The huge increase in convenience and productivity provided by multiple displays is well worth the small additional cost.
The computer should also be able to support a minimum of two monitors. You should always purchase a minimum of 8 GB of RAM, and the best video card your budget allows. While there are specialist CAD computers, for the relatively simple drawings you will produce, a good rule of thumb is to look for computers that considered “gaming” machines. Most modern desktops and higher end laptops are capable of running CAD software. The better packages allow “signature stamps” to be applied, and this means that the output quality of your drawings is not compromised by printing, applying signature approval then scanning back into the computer. Converting high quality PDF files to a CAD format can save hours of drafting (or tracing) time and result in a more accurate plan.Ī good PDF print driver should be installed as many drawings can be output to PDF format directly and emailed to the client. Not essential, but useful is a PDF conversion program. An investment in an “office” program is therefore recommended. Many requirements of a lift plan such as simple rigging calculations can be automated using a spreadsheet program. There are cheaper CAD products available, but which ever you select they should be able to open and edit. To ensure compatibility and access to pre-drawn CAD “Blocks” we recommend AutoDesk Products.
In this article, we are going to look at the software, hardware and personnel requirement required to set up a small drafting office, fully equipped to import and output 2 or 3D Lift plans.
While it is quite possible to prepare a fully detailed and comprehensive plan with a word processor and hand drawn sketches, the apparent precision and professionalism of drawings prepared using CAD cannot be understated. The first impression most clients have of their vendors is the paperwork they receive at time of bidding and the subsequent documents that are submitted as part of a lift plan or other prequalification documents. The largest and most respected crane, rigging and transportation companies achieve their reputation through their great people, their wide variety of well-maintained equipment and their ability to project a safe, competent and professional image to their clients. CAD version of the same lift plan (click to enlarge)
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