Automated CAD Drawing Creation Using Excel

Overview
Streamlined the process of creating 2D CAD drawings by leveraging Excel macros to automate repetitive design tasks. This innovation significantly reduced the time required to generate General Drawings for Busducts, enhancing productivity and accuracy.

Key Features

• Developed an advanced Excel macro to input measurement values and automatically generate CAD drawings in AutoCAD.
• Enabled seamless integration between Excel and AutoCAD, reducing manual intervention and errors.
• Achieved automation of the General Drawing creation process, transforming a 20-minute task into a 2–3-minute workflow.

Technologies Used

• Microsoft Excel (Macros)
• AutoCAD

Impact

• Time Efficiency: Reduced drawing creation time by nearly 85%, saving hours of effort in daily operations.
• Accuracy: Minimized human errors in measurements and drawing generation.
• Scalability: Created a solution that can be adapted for other product designs, enhancing overall design workflow.