How We Chose the Best Electrical Design Software
When designing integrated electrical systems, it’s about visualizing the entire system and mitigating the risk of errors. When users are able to put components in their place before the live event, it gives them a chance to reduce the failure risk by calculating all that’s needed for installation, performance, and maintenance. When choosing the best electrical design software (ECD), we took a look at three features: electrical design features, integrations, and reporting capabilities.
Electrical Design Features
We recommend software that offers a variety of electrical design features, such as 2D and 3D drafting and modeling capabilities, depending on business requirements. Other must-have features include CAD and programming logical controller, PLC, and tools to handle more complex designs, as well as a parts and supplies catalog.
Integrations
Some programs offer pre-built connectors and open protocols that organizations can configure. ECD software integrations include connecting to data sources and ERPs so it’s easy to import and export data and designs.
Reports
Reports help users check their work and even improve their designs through insights. There are also cost savings components, as they can get a list of required materials.