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PDM Publisher

automating publishing of CAD and office documents

Automate your engineering deliverables directly from SOLIDWORKS PDM. Generate PDFs, DXFs, STEP files, flat patterns, merged packages, and more using rules, workflows, and vault metadata.

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Blue Byte Systems Services

Automation, migration, and integration services for SOLIDWORKS and PDM teams

We help engineering and manufacturing teams customize SOLIDWORKS, automate SOLIDWORKS PDM, migrate engineering data, connect business systems, and train teams to build better tools.

Consulting and development

Custom VBA macros, add-ins, PDM tools, and engineering system connectors

From quick SOLIDWORKS macros to production-ready PDM add-ins and ERP integrations, Blue Byte Systems designs practical software around the way your engineering team already works.

API-driven SOLIDWORKS and PDM automation Production tools built for engineering workflows Implementation, support, and team enablement
Certified SOLIDWORKS Solution Partner

Certified SOLIDWORKS Solution Partner

Our certified partner product, PDMPublisher, extends SOLIDWORKS PDM Professional with automated document publishing, PDF merging, exports, and release package generation.

  • Automated PDFs, STEP files, DXFs, and release packages
  • Controlled outputs from PDM workflows and transitions
  • Configurable publishing rules for production vaults

Services built around real engineering data

Each engagement can start small, then grow into a supported internal tool, workflow add-in, migration utility, or connected automation platform.

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SOLIDWORKS Customization

VBA macros, add-ins, task panes, batch tools, drawing automation, and API-driven CAD utilities that remove repetitive model and drawing work.

  • Drawing creation, note updates, property population, and export automation
  • Custom task panes, command tabs, batch processors, and design table tools
  • Model checks, naming rules, metadata cleanup, and release preparation
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PDM/PLM Integration

Connect SOLIDWORKS PDM with ERP, PLM, CRM, databases, web APIs, dashboards, and internal systems without forcing engineers into duplicate entry.

  • Workflow transition add-ins and vault event automation
  • ERP item, BOM, revision, and document synchronization
  • SQL reporting, REST API connectors, dashboards, and status monitors
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PDM Data Migration

Move legacy CAD files, references, metadata, revisions, and folders into a clean SOLIDWORKS PDM vault with repeatable validation.

  • Legacy folder analysis, file reference repair, and duplicate detection
  • Variable mapping, revision import, lifecycle setup, and vault loading
  • Dry runs, exception reports, and migration scripts your team can trust
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Training & Enablement

Online and in-person training for SOLIDWORKS automation, PDM API development, VBA, and C# add-ins, with practical examples your team can extend.

  • PDM API fundamentals, add-in structure, event handling, and debugging
  • VBA macro training for SOLIDWORKS models, drawings, and metadata
  • Custom workshops built around your vault, workflows, and standards
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Microsoft Development

WPF desktop apps, Office plugins, web APIs, SQL tools, and Microsoft-based engineering software that connects CAD, PDM, documents, and business data.

  • C# desktop tools, installers, background services, and admin utilities
  • Office automation, Excel reporting, document generation, and data checks
  • SQL Server, Azure, REST APIs, authentication, and internal web services
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A practical delivery process

The work is scoped around your vault, CAD standards, business systems, and team capacity so the final tool fits the environment it will run in.

Step 01

Discovery

Review workflows, pain points, vault structure, file types, data sources, and the business outcome the tool needs to support.

Step 02

Prototype

Build a focused proof of concept against representative files, variables, workflows, or system endpoints before broad rollout.

Step 03

Implement

Develop the macro, add-in, migration script, connector, or application with clear configuration and deployment paths.

Step 04

Support

Train users and administrators, document the workflow, and refine the tool as production edge cases appear.

Engineering data sources
SOLIDWORKS PDM Professional
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Less manual engineering work

Automate repeatable drawing, metadata, export, publishing, and approval tasks that slow down release cycles.

Cleaner connected data

Keep CAD, PDM, ERP, PLM, and reporting data aligned with fewer copy-paste errors and fewer hidden spreadsheets.

Tools your team can own

Deliver practical utilities with documentation, configuration, and training so internal teams can keep improving them.

Need training instead of consulting?

Explore SOLIDWORKS PDM API courses for VBA, C#, add-ins, automation, and practical engineering workflows.

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Frequent Asked Questions

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What does Blue Byte Systems Inc. do?

Blue Byte Systems develops automation and integration tools for SOLIDWORKS and SOLIDWORKS PDM, helping engineering teams eliminate manual steps, standardize workflows, and scale their data management systems.

Yes. Blue Byte Systems Inc. is a SOLIDWORKS Solution Partner, trusted by resellers and enterprise customers worldwide.

We offer a suite of PDM automation tools including:

  • PDMPublisher — Automates exports (PDF, DXF, STEP, etc.) from SOLIDWORKS and PDM.

  • PDMShell — A scripting environment for advanced PDM automation.

Yes. We host intensive 3-day PDM API Bootcamps focused on add-ins, task automation, and real-world API development as well as online self-paced courses.

Yes. We provide full-service API consulting, custom automation, and PDM integration across the entire SOLIDWORKS ecosystem.

This often involves:

  • Developing custom add-ins and task scripts to automate engineering or release processes.

  • Integrating PDM data with systems such as Epicor, SAP, Arena PLM, Aras Innovator, and Monday.com.

  • Designing data migration strategies for legacy systems or Workgroup PDM to PDM Professional transitions.

  • Implementing revision synchronization, batch export tools, and BOM automation.

  • Creating bespoke dashboards, REST APIs, and connectors that expose engineering data to downstream systems (manufacturing, purchasing, or quality).

How is licensing managed?
Licenses can be per seat, per vault, or enterprise — depending on your team size and deployment needs. Subscription and perpetual options are available.

What’s included with support?
All licenses include email support, bug fixes, and minor version updates. Premium support plans offer faster response and feature customization options.

Can I transfer my license to another machine or user?
Yes, licenses can be deactivated on one machine and reactivated on another at any time.

Do you offer volume or reseller pricing?
Yes, we have partner and reseller programs with discounted tiers and referral bonuses.

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