HiCAD at a Glance

HiCAD is a universal "two-in-one" CAD system that allows a working with 2-D and 3-D objects in one file ("associativity"). It provides the user with innovative functions, integrated industry solutions and a PDM component.

State-of-the-art technologies and numerous automatic procedures help you streamline your routine tasks while simulation and analysis functions enable you to identify and remove potential collisions or misfits in your product models during the construction phases. HiCAD's modular structure makes it suitable for both introductory and highly automated, complex construction processes.

Performance characteristics

• Microsoft Windows standard features
• GUI with Multifunctional Toolbar ("Ribbon")
• Combined working in 2-D and 3-D
• From 2-D to 3-D using conversion technique
• Part-oriented construction
• Information + Communication Navigator (ICN)
• Automatic object snap and context menus
• Access to extensive symbol and standard part libraries - also online
• Simulations
• Freeform surface technique
• Part referencing 
• Part-related feature technology
• Material Editor and lighting models
• Integrated product data management with HELiOS
• Data transfer from other systems (CATIA, ME10, STEP, DXF, DWG etc.)
• Automatic BOM creation, links to ERP systems, data transfer to NC programs
• Powerful industry solutions
• Modular construction unit structure