RapidManual for Teamcenter

RapidManual for Teamcenter is a tool for fast and easy production of 3D interactive technical manuals and assembly work instructions in integration with Siemens DISW PLM system Teamcenter and its modules. The tool speeds up product documentation authoring by reusing existing product lifecycle data from Teamcenter.

RapidManual for Teamcenter uses animated 3D simulations to communicate complex mechanical procedures. Users can play and pause simulations, rotate, zoom and view assemblies and parts from different angles. 3D product documentation improves information retention, minimizes translation issues, and saves time and money in manufacturing, servicing, and repairs.

RapidManual for Teamcenter is a component of the RapidAuthor for Teamcenter. You can receive comprehensive sales information on the Siemens DISW website.

Key features

• Smooth integration with Teamcenter PLM
• Integration with Teamcenter Content Management System
• Integration with Teamcenter Active Workspace
• Use templates compliant with ATA2200, S1000D, DITA, SCORM
• Create 3D animations, 2D illustrations, and descriptions for the procedure steps in a single application integrated with Teamcenter
• Attach an existing SGML/XML document that complies with S1000D, DITA, or ATA standards. Automatically create the structure of the procedure based on the existing manual.
• Add interactive notes, warnings, and cautions to procedure steps
• Automatically generate 2D illustrations from 3D modules
• Automatically generate relevant text based on the 3D model and chosen actions
• Synchronize the step description with the corresponding animation step
• Invert procedure, for example, automatically create an assembly procedure from an existing disassembly procedure
• Create 3D and 2D magnifiers
• Create and animate cross-sections
• Update 3D geometry, metadata, generated 2D graphics, and procedures when engineering or PLM data change
• Preview manuals and work instructions as PDF or HTML publication in Teamcenter
• The user interface is available in English, German, French, Chinese, Japanese, Korean, Russian, and Italian

Benefits

• Concurrent product and documentation development speed time to market
• Better manuals increase revenue opportunities and customer loyalty
• Reusing existing resources cuts costs massively
• Share outputs and reuse the content in downstream processes
• Embed interactive manuals into your web or mobile applications
• Achieve compliance and safety

Services

• Maintenance and support
• Customization
• Consultancy
• Training