Using Adobe Acrobat 3D Version 8 software, you can convert virtually any CAD file, as well as all of your project data, into Adobe 3D PDF files. This widely used format helps drive collaborative product development across your extended team by enabling you to share critical project data more quickly, securely, and cost-effectively. Proven, time-tested Adobe PDF files are highly compressed, yet they can contain precise 3D CAD geometry, product structure data, and product manufacturing information1 (PMI) such as dimensioning, tolerancing, and annotations. Because these PDF files can be accessed using the free, ubiquitous Adobe Reader software2, any authorized individual can view, cross section, measure 3D designs, or mark up the product design—no dedicated, proprietary CAD application required. To subscribe to the Better Process Podcast in iTunes, click the Better Process Podcast link above and click on the iTunes logo. The show will automatically show up in iTunes when a new one is released.

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