PDMPublisher for SOLIDWORKS: Automate Your Drawing Exports Like Never Before
- Authored by Amen Jlili
- Updated May 20, 2025
- Published
- Topics covered: pdmpublisher
For engineering teams, preparing deliverables from SOLIDWORKS drawings is often a manual, repetitive process. Exporting PDFs, saving DXFs for manufacturing, organizing files, and adding production notes can consume hours of valuable time. PDMPublisher for SOLIDWORKS changes that — making drawing exports seamless, automated, and error-free.
From PDM Success to SOLIDWORKS Integration
PDMPublisher started as a task add-in for SOLIDWORKS PDM Professional, where it quickly gained traction among manufacturers who needed to publish clean, production-ready documents automatically during workflow transitions.
Due to growing demand, we’ve now brought the same powerful automation to SOLIDWORKS as an add-in — no PDM required. Whether you’re working inside SOLIDWORKS or within a vault-managed environment, PDMPublisher gives you complete control over how your documents are exported, merged, and delivered.
What Does PDMPublisher for SOLIDWORKS Do?
PDMPublisher automates the generation and publishing of drawing deliverables. With a single click, you can export your SOLIDWORKS drawings to PDF, STEP, DXF, and other formats while inserting the data, notes, and quantities your production team needs.
It also supports:
- Master PDF merging for combining related sheets into a single file
- Title block stamping with custom notes and production quantities
- Batch processing of multiple files or configurations
- Smart file naming based on metadata and rules
Integration Highlights
PDMPublisher for SOLIDWORKS doesn’t just automate export — it connects to your workflow:
- SOLIDWORKS PDM Professional – Trigger publishing automatically on state change
- Microsoft SharePoint – Publish to document libraries for wider access
- Windows File Servers – Route files to folders for manufacturing, quality, or purchasing
This flexibility ensures your deliverables land exactly where they’re needed — formatted correctly, and on time.
Who Is It For?
PDMPublisher is built for:
- Engineering teams that generate high volumes of drawing outputs
- SOLIDWORKS users needing DXF and STEP files for manufacturing
- Organizations looking to automate and standardize deliverable publishing
- PDM users looking for seamless integration into workflows
Thousands of drawings are exported every day using PDMPublisher. Whether you’re an individual designer or part of a large engineering team, PDMPublisher helps you save time, reduce mistakes, and improve delivery consistency.
Get PDMPublisher
Pricing
| License Type | Price (USD) | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Perpetual License | Contact us | One-time fee, unlimited use |
| Subscription – 1 user | $1,499 / year | For individuals |
| Subscription – 2–3 users | $999 / year per user | Use coupon code: professional |
| Subscription – 4+ users | $799 / year per user | Use coupon code: premium |
| Free Version | Free | Limited features: up to 5 documents, basic export |
About BLUE BYTE SYSTEMS INC.
Blue Byte Systems Inc. is a software company based in Vancouver, Canada, specializing in SOLIDWORKS and PDM automation. Our tools help engineering teams optimize their workflows, eliminate repetitive tasks, and scale their operations through smart automation.
