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File Organization and Naming Standards for SolidWorks PDM

When using SolidWorks PDM, it is important to consider file organization and assembly creation as to minimize confusion and increase clarity for all users. The structure below should be utilized for all of PDM usage, regardless of subsystem.

Organization

Note: PDM is stored in a file of your choice during installation, that is the starting point for accessing PDM as described here.


Naming

  1. Custom-Made Parts 

    • File Name: [Part Name] - [System Name] 

    • Example: DRIVER LINK - HINGE 

  1. Drawing Files 

    • File Name: [Part Name] - [System Name] DWG 

    • Example: DRIVER LINK - HINGE DWG 


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Example Folder Structure 

Auxiliary 


  • HINGE 

  • HINGE ASSY 

  • GROUND LINK - HINGE  

  • DRIVER LINK - HINGE  

  • HINGE ASSY 

  • HINGE OTS 

  • Some Bolt 101224 

  • Some Nut 163549  

  • HINGE INSTL  

  • HINGE DWGs 

  • GROUND LINK - HINGE DWG 

  • DRIVER LINK - HINGE DWG 


 

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These guidelines are effective January 2025 in order to ensure the Auxiliary Team can ensure consistency and efficiency when managing files on SolidWorks PDM. If you have any questions or require clarification, please reach out to the team lead. 

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