Up to 80% of the total project development cost account for changes to the original design. Moreover, we know that design errors cause significant extra costs in a project. Consequently, we have developed DDS-CAD so that design changes are as simple and error free as possible, which improves project productivity. We also aim to really amaze you with the efficiency of our software when submitting your project updates to other design partners, making the process almost effortless and without any loss of information. Re-entry of data is one of the most common causes of error, and DDS-CAD aims to reduce this to a minimum. It is through listening to our partners, who have been asking for improved data transfer, that we have implemented the buildingSMART/IFC data exchange format as a supported standard in the software, and adopted the “BIM” (Building Information Modeling) concept at a very early stage. DDS-CAD was the first MEP application to introduce IFC support as standard, and has been a market leader in buildingSMART implementation and innovation. What this means in practice is that designing with DDS-CAD goes far beyond simple 2D CAD drafting. With DDS-CAD you develop an intelligent model of the building’s MEP services, and thus the basis of a complete building simulation.
Continuous development of DDS-CAD is undertaken to keep the software up to date with new technologies and future developments in the industry. For designers in the construction industry, for example, a challenge they face is the economical transfer of existing building plans, only available in paper form, into intelligent digital models. This is particularly important, as planned renovations to the enormous existing building stock are now required, or will be in the near future. This represents a huge potential for new business for planners and designers. For this reason, DDS-CAD is already equipped with the ability to convert scanned building plans to intelligent building model files in an efficient and productive manner. On this basis, building models developed in DDS-CAD can then be used to plan the renovations of existing buildings in an efficient and cost effective manner. These examples indicate: We are closely keeping an eye on the developments affecting the industry, and respond quickly to a foreseeable need. When this finally occurs, it is already provided by DDS-CAD.
Roll-out without interruptions: The DDS implementation Smooth integration into your design processes, ensuring high level of approval
In our experience, an average working week of 60 hours or more is not unusual for planners and designers. The introduction of software such as DDS-CAD is always done so in order to simplify planning processes and optimize them to exploit new opportunities, ultimately saving time and therefore reducing costs. This is how we have designed the software. But that is not enough, since experience shows that users welcome and accept new software, if the introduction and implementation of the software is successful. In most engineering companies in which DDS-CAD is introduced, the software is replacing an existing planning program. Our consultants plan such changes carefully, ensuring there is a direct cost-benefit from the introduction of DDS-CAD. In our experience, the implementation of our software in your project work can be done in such a way that ensures that the projects will not be delayed in any way or worse still, stopped. We support our partners step-by-step during the impotant integration of DDS-CAD into your existing daily processes. In this way, the transition from a traditional drafting software to the DDS-CAD BIM solution happens quickly, safely and smoothly. In practice, we frequently take two different approaches. In many offices, a preliminary outline design is done by the engineer, which is then created by a CAD operator before calculations are made. Then the dimensions are assigned and the necessary calculations are carried out by the engineer. The results are then incorporated into.
Only a planning solution, which is focused on future requirements, can give you a competitive advantage and investment protection as a user. For that reason the DDS-CAD development team has had the same target for years – not only to meet the current needs of users, but also integrate new technologies into the software. In this way, DDS-CAD users at all times have a software solution available for CAD and BIM design for buildings from a pioneer and innovation leader. This ensures that you use a tool, which is always equal to the demands of practice. To respond quickly to new technologies and changing demands, DDS-CAD has from the beginning been conceived as a standalone solution. In this way, it has its own powerful 3D CAD core and does not rely on a thirdparty CAD engine as a base application. This saves costs and update overheads – with full power and flexibility. A fully integrated DXF/DWG interface provides effortless read/write access to these important traditional document formats. An intelligent and independent DDS-CAD core is equipped with numerous features that are, in principle, available in all the programs. So whether you are an electrical engineer on a electrical module, or use it as a mechanical designer with modules for plumbing, heating, air conditioning and ventilation: the discipline specific features and functions of your software are based on a comprehensive foundation, which alone already offers numerous benefits. In this DDS-CAD core functionality, genuine value is added. Despite its high performance, DDS-CAD requires only minimal demands on your hardware resources. With a standard modern Windows based computer system, and a decent graphics card, you are ideally equipped for DDS-CAD.
Your benefit Use of modern and flexible design software from only one company, no extra costs or double update overhead, simple processing of existing plans and information through appropriate interfaces (DWG/DXF, PDF and IFC). Additional expensive hardware investments are not required to use DDS-CAD.
hat’s why DDS-CAD!
- Quality
Plan, calculate, simulate and document building related mechanical, electrical and plumbing systems at the highest quality level.
- Process Optimization
Software that integrates seamlessly and optimizes your workflow. We assure a smooth implementation without disruptions to your daily processes.
- Compatibility
Secure full compatibility with all popular CAD/BIM applications used by architects, structural engineers and contractors.
- Save Time
Achieve an unprecedented project turn-around speed. Intelligent and automated features provide more efficiency, obtaining results faster.
- Independence
Use an independent, stand-alone solution; additional third party CAD programs (such as AutoCAD or Revit) are not required. Resulting in no duplicate purchases, training, update and maintenance costs.
- BIM
Create intelligent systems within an interactive building model, using smart components and objects. Benefit directly from extensive experience of DDS as one of the pioneers in BIM development.
- In Control
Profit from integrated multi-disciplinary control functions such as collision detection, model validity checks, correct object connections, etc. In Control Profit from integrated multi-disciplinary control functions such as collision detection, model validity checks, correct object connections, etc.
- Integrated Calculations
Optimize your system designs by making use of integrated calculations. The intelligent building model provides the requirements and the software will assure your designs will perform accordingly.
- Minimize Liability
Enhance the quality of your deliverables by making use of the integrated expertise on all levels. Avoid planning errors and minimize your liability risks.