What is meant by Position and distribution lists?
Position and distribution lists in the CAD context are important tools for organizing and managing parts, components, and their information within a design project. They enable efficient structuring, identification, and distribution of data in complex technical drawings and 3D models.
Typical software functions in the area of "Position and Distribution Lists" in CAD systems:
- Automatic Generation: Creation of position numbers and lists based on CAD models.
- Bill of Materials Management: Creating, editing, and updating bills of materials and parts lists.
- Filtering and Sorting: Organizing components according to various criteria such as material, size, or function.
- Linking with 3D Models: Interactive connection between list entries and corresponding 3D objects.
- Data Export: Output of lists in various formats for manufacturing, procurement, or other departments.
- Change Management: Tracking and updating changes in models and lists.
- Integration: Connection to other systems such as ERP, PLM, or CAM for continuous data flow.
- Visualization: Graphical representation of component relationships and structures.
Examples of "Position and Distribution Lists" in the CAD field:
- Parts List: Detailed listing of all components of a product with position numbers.
- Material List: List of all required materials for a design project.
- Assembly Sequence List: Listing of parts in the order of their assembly.
- Welding Position List: Specific list of all welding joints in a construction.
- Distribution List for Manufacturing Departments: Allocation of CAD data to various production areas.
- Component Hierarchy: Structured representation of part relationships in complex assemblies.