CADfix Implementation Case Study for Glacier Vandervell

This case study discusses the implementation of CADfix at Glacier Vandervell, focusing on its application in bearing analysis. The document outlines the role of CADfix in improving the interoperability of engineering data, enabling the Advanced Bearing Technology team to efficiently analyze and optimize bearing designs. It describes the process of using CADfix to facilitate the import and repair of CAD models, which is essential for conducting elasto-hydrodynamic analyses with the Sabre-EHL software. The case study also details the challenges faced by Glacier Vandervell in translating customer CAD data and how CADfix has significantly reduced the time spent on data reworking. The findings indicate that the adoption of CADfix has led to considerable time savings, with model rework decreased by approximately 90 percent and total setup time reduced by about 50 percent. The results illustrate the value of using CADfix in streamlining engineering processes and enhancing productivity within the company.