Construction data, such as drawings, assemblies and parts are related, links define their connection. Sending and receiving data requires a lot of time to verify if the file sets are complete, if all linked objects are included. For huge data structure this is a timely and costly procedure, causing a lot of unnecessary communication.
XFileV5 guides the file based data exchange between different design and data management environments. While sending data it ensures that the container is complete, receiving data it lists embedded and missing data. An user interface guides users through the interactive mode, the batch mode is suitable for an automated data exchange integration.
Sending:
- User selects one root document
- All required documents are zipped into one container file
- A XML-file describing the structure is added
Receiving:
- Verify if incoming data is complete
- Root documents, linked and missing documents are listed
- User can load in CATIA right away or load to disc
XFileV5 is developed by Transcat Software. The product is supported by the German automotive OEM’s and Dassault Systèmes.


