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The Challenges Manufacturing Companies Face with Viewing & Sharing 3D Models

Written by Samuel Kuwano | Feb 25, 2025 2:00:00 PM

In the manufacturing industry, companies like Intel, Apple, Procter & Gamble, and 3M rely on 3D models for product design, prototyping, and production. However, managing and sharing these models across teams and departments presents significant challenges.

Traditional CAD software often requires expensive licenses and specialized hardware, making collaboration between engineers, designers, and stakeholders cumbersome. Additionally, file compatibility issues between different software solutions can lead to inefficiencies and miscommunications, delaying production timelines.

The echo3D Solution: A Cloud-Based 3D Digital Asset Management Platform

echo3D provides a cutting-edge 3D Digital Asset Management (DAM) solution that streamlines the import, viewing, and sharing of 3D files across manufacturing enterprises. By leveraging a cloud-based infrastructure, echo3D offers:

Seamless CAD & 3D File Support

Manufacturers work with a variety of 3D file formats, including CAD (STEP, IGES, STL), FBX, OBJ, and GLTF. echo3D’s platform supports these formats, allowing engineers and designers to upload, convert, and access their files from any device. This eliminates the need for expensive desktop-based software and simplifies collaboration between departments and global teams.

Instant Cloud-Based Viewing & Collaboration

Instead of requiring specialized software to open and review files, echo3D enables instant viewing of 3D models in a web-based environment. Engineers, product managers, and executives can view designs in real-time, annotate models, and provide feedback, improving communication and accelerating decision-making.

Easy Sharing with Secure Access Control

Manufacturing teams often need to share 3D assets with vendors, clients, or internal stakeholders. echo3D’s platform allows for secure, permission-based sharing via web links, ensuring that only authorized personnel have access. This feature eliminates the need for cumbersome file transfers via email or FTP, reducing security risks and ensuring version control.

Cross-Platform and Remote Access

With echo3D, teams can access their 3D assets from anywhere, whether they are working on desktops, tablets, or mobile devices. This is especially beneficial for remote teams, factory floor workers, and executives who need real-time access to design updates and prototypes.

Scalability and Integration

Large enterprises require scalable solutions that integrate with their existing tech stack. echo3D seamlessly integrates with major CAD software, PLM (Product Lifecycle Management) systems, and cloud storage platforms, ensuring a frictionless workflow.

Transforming Manufacturing Workflows with echo3D

By adopting echo3D’s cloud-based DAM solution, manufacturing giants like Intel, Apple, Procter & Gamble, and 3M can overcome the common roadblocks of traditional 3D file management. The platform’s ability to import, view, and share CAD files, along with other 3D formats, enhances collaboration, improves efficiency, and accelerates product development.

As digital transformation continues to reshape the manufacturing industry, echo3D stands at the forefront, providing a robust and scalable solution for managing 3D assets seamlessly. Ready to streamline your manufacturing workflows? Explore echo3D today and revolutionize the way your teams handle 3D files.

Book a meeting below or schedule a call with us today at www.echo3D.com.