E3d Design Software May 2026

| Format | Direction | Use Case | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | | Import/Export | Background drawings, site survey data | | IFC (Industry Foundation Classes) | Export | BIM coordination with non-AVEVA tools | | STL/OBJ | Export | 3D printing of plant sections | | AVEVA ERM/Engineering | Native | Direct integration with datasheets and P&IDs | 6. Comparison with Legacy Systems (E3D vs. PDMS) Many users transition from AVEVA PDMS (Plant Design Management System) to E3D. Key improvements: