We help manufacturers increase CAD and 3D modeling capacity without overloading internal engineering teams.
External CAD support for custom projects, parametric modeling, shop-ready drawings, and approval-ready visuals.
CAD Capacity for manufacturers.
We help manufacturers expand engineering capacity, update legacy CAD, and create decision-ready visual assets - without increasing headcount.
Plus Design Solutions partners with industrial product teams that need ongoing support to scale their product design and documentation capacity-delivering 3D modeling, shop drawings, parametric product structures, technical documentation, and high-quality renderings that accelerate approvals and strengthen sales efforts. This allows internal engineering teams to stay focused on core product development, and other high-priority technical work.
Why manufacturers trust PDS
- 10+ years supporting a U.S. manufacturer
- Proven support capacity for high-volume recurring CAD workloads
- Parametric template systems for repeatable variants
- Shop-ready drawing packages and clean BOM workflows
With 10+ years of consistent delivery, PDS provides the speed, precision, and reliability manufacturers need to keep projects moving.
From design to production, we help your team move faster without stretching internal engineering resources.
Why manufacturers trust PDS
- 10+ years supporting a U.S. manufacturer
- Proven support capacity for high-volume recurring CAD workloads
- Parametric template systems for repeatable variants
- Shop-ready drawing packages and clean BOM workflows
What We Do
Three core services that improve CAD efficiency and speed up product development.
CAD Capacity Extension
For companies that need ongoing CAD support.
We work as an extension of your engineering or product development team, helping you increase output and maintain momentum without adding internal headcount.
Learn more about how we can support your team.Typical scope
- 3D product modeling
- Shop drawings for manufacturing
- Product updates and engineering revisions
- Parametric 3D CAD models and product families
- Installation documentation
- Production and shop-floor documentation
- BOM support and cleanup
- CNC-ready files
- Production release support
Legacy CAD Modernization
For companies with outdated, inconsistent, or non-reusable CAD files.
We transform legacy CAD into clean, reusable, parametric 3D models that improve consistency, simplify future updates, and create a stronger foundation for manufacturing, documentation, and product line growth.
Learn more about how we can support your team.Typical scope
- Legacy CAD rebuilds
- Parametric product architecture
- Product family standardization
- Library cleanup and updates
- Configuration cleanup
- New parametric family creation
- Structured model rebuilds
- Concept-to-production design support
Visual Decision Assets
For teams that need clear product renderings to accelerate approvals, presentations, and sales conversations.
We create visual assets that help internal teams, clients, and decision-makers understand products faster and move forward with more confidence.
Learn more about how we can support your team.Typical scope
- Product renderings
- Layout renderings
- Finish and material variations
- Approval images
- Client presentation visuals
- Product launch imagery
- Image editing for textures and material options
Benefits of hiring us:
- Add CAD capacity without hiring
- Protect internal bandwidth for IP-critical work
- Turn legacy CAD into parametric models ready for automation
- Scale securely with confidential, production-ready workflows. Your designs stay yours. Your timeline stays on track.
- Collaboration work methodology built for ongoing or peak-demand support
- Reliable execution for repeatable technical work
We are a strong fit for:
- Contract furniture manufacturers
- OEM product teams
- Lab and technical furniture manufacturers
- Architectural millwork shops
- Modular product companies
- Manufacturers with recurring CAD, shop-drawing, and documentation workloads
"As a trusted partner for over a decade, PDS has always delivered the high-quality work we depend on. They are consistent, accurate, highly reliable, and their flexibility has supported our growth over the years. I highly recommend PDS to any manufacturer looking for reliable outsourced services."
Tezra Berner
Engineering Ops Manager, FORMASPACE LP
10 years partnership
Featured Projects
See how we've helped manufacturers streamline their CAD workflows and accelerate product development.
Software Expertise
- Autodesk Inventor / SolidWorks — 3D modeling, iLogic, parameterization, and technical drawings
- KeyShot and AI-assisted visualization tools — product visuals, animations, and approval assets
How We Engage
Depending on the need, we can support clients through:
- Ongoing monthly capacity support
- Structured CAD modernization projects
- Per-project visual asset for sales and production
Ready to Add CAD Capacity Without Adding Headcount?
Get reliable 3D modeling, legacy CAD modernization, shop-ready drawings, and technical documentation support from a team built for manufacturers.
How we start:
We review your scope, files, and production needs, then recommend the most efficient way to begin — whether that is a pilot, a defined project, or ongoing support.