In the rapidly evolving world of retail design, sustainability is no longer a buzzword—it’s a necessity. As design engineers, the challenge lies in creating spaces that are not only visually appealing and functional but also kind to our planet. Here, we delve into three pivotal areas: the use of recycled materials, energy efficiency, and the integration of green spaces. Each element plays a crucial role in shaping the future of eco-friendly retail environments.
Are you looking to elevate your design and manufacturing processes with Woodwork for Inventor? We offer a suite of powerful APIs that allow third parties to create highly personalized applications using our Woodwork for Inventor functionality. These APIs provide unparalleled flexibility and control, enabling you to tailor solutions to your unique needs. Let’s explore the exciting capabilities: Continue reading…
In the world of woodworking, creativity is the cornerstone of innovation and artistry. Traditional methods have served craftsmen well for centuries, but as technology advances, so do the tools available to expand creative boundaries. Autodesk Inventor, a powerful CAD (Computer-Aided Design) software, offers woodworkers a unique opportunity to enhance their creativity and bring complex designs to life that would be challenging, if not impossible, to achieve manually. In this post, we’ll explore how Autodesk Inventor can elevate your woodworking projects through features like parametric design and 3D modeling. Continue reading…
In the woodworking industry, traditional methods and familiar tools often dominate the landscape. Many woodworkers rely on software specifically marketed for their craft, often overlooking tools like Autodesk Inventor. This oversight can be attributed to several misconceptions. However, these misunderstandings can prevent woodworkers from experiencing the numerous advantages that Autodesk Inventor can offer. Let’s explore why people might not see Autodesk Inventor as a solution for woodworking and why this perspective is mistaken. Continue reading…
We are excited to announce the release of Woodwork for Inventor V15! This latest version introduces a range of powerful new features and enhancements designed to elevate your woodworking design and manufacturing processes.
In this post, we’ll dive into the key improvements and new capabilities of V15, such as advanced CAM milling styles, enhanced AutoPlot features, a new BOM App, and much more. To provide a comprehensive overview, we have also included a detailed video that showcases these exciting updates in action.
Read on to discover what’s new in Woodwork for Inventor V15 and how these innovations can benefit your projects! Continue reading…
Time flies, and another year has passed. As every spring, we are releasing a new version of Woodwork for Inventor (free 45 days trial available HERE), now at version 15. This year, our biggest challenge was adapting to Autodesk Inventor’s transition to .NET 8 from .NET Framework. To ensure compatibility with Inventor 2025, we also had to migrate Woodwork to .NET 8.0. This required numerous internal changes and significant effort. While we achieved this, we can’t completely abandon the old .NET version yet, as Woodwork supports the current and two previous Inventor versions. Therefore, we’ll maintain both .NET versions for a few more years.
Despite the challenges, the new framework offers advantages. First, it improves Woodwork’s performance. Second, it simplifies the programmers’ work, increasing development speed. Continue reading…
Production relies heavily on information (see S3). This information not only needs to be delivered promptly but also in a format that is easily digestible, minimizing the effort required on the shop floor to comprehend and utilize it. Information intended for production must be both comprehensive and unambiguous, ensuring its usability. Continue reading…
For a manufacturing company to effectively operate its core production and supporting processes, including warehousing, logistics, and accounting, it relies on a robust information management system. In addition to the physical production flow that transforms raw materials into final products, there exists an essential information flow that supplies all the necessary data to oversee and regulate the primary flow, keeping it on track and under control. Continue reading…
It is safe to say that design changes are an integral part of the furniture construction process. On one hand, this is due to the nature of the process, which is particularly evident in the design of more complex furniture. Before the design can fully align with the designer’s ultimate vision, it is often necessary to implement various modifications and create multiple design iterations. Continue reading…
The work undertaken by the Design Unito can be divided into two distinct components: crafting the furniture model and assembling the requisite production information. Crafting a piece of furniture is a creative endeavor, the duration of which is directly contingent upon the intricacy of the piece. On the other hand, preparing information entails the mechanical task of extracting essential data from the designed furniture model, including drawings, Bill of Materials (BOMs), and, in certain cases, the development of CNC programs by the design unit. Continue reading…
