23.03.2026: PlantLinker has purchased a license to the C3D Converter module to develop PlantLinker, a domestic plant design CAD solution. C3D Converter is part of C3D Toolkit, a software development kit (SDK) to create, edit, visualize, and convert geometric models.
PlantLinker and C3D Labs first met in 2024. The meeting led to testing the C3D Converter to compare it with other solutions available on the domestic market. The multi-stage tests showed that the C3D Labs product was a versatile and reliable tool that fit the task perfectly.
Today, many design companies rely on geometric models from third-party sources. For example, manufacturers provide equipment models. The overwhelming majority of such models come from mechanical engineering CADs. The vendor needed a dedicated solution to create consistent, correctly structured models. C3D Converter is the most versatile data exchange tool. It can be customized for each specific system.
The C3D Converter integration was a multi-step process:
- 1. Component capability tests. The test results were extremely positive: the tool could solve the tasks.
- 2. Basic license purchase. This is the best fit for PlantLinker, as its users and potential customers extensively use SAT, STEP, and JT formats.
- 3. C# wrapper introduction. This was necessary to seamlessly integrate with the established toolset of the PlantLinker development environment.
- 4. C3D Converter integration into PlantLinker. This was a pilot operation with real-life projects.
As a result of all these stages, C3D Converter, integrated into the PlantLinker environment, can now convert and preview geometric models in the formats covered by the basic license, handle metadata, and attributes. These capabilities provide for consistent and seamless handling of imported geometry for the basic design and catalog generation phases.
Andrey Sladkovsky, Head of Product Development, PlantLinker:
“Our partnership with C3D Labs is an important step for our company and our PlantLinker technology. In the era of import substitution and switching to domestic software solutions, our key objective is not merely offering an alternative to Western systems but creating a versatile, independent product that supports seamless data migration from various sources. The choice of C3D Converter as a mechanical engineering format converter matches both the immediate tasks and our development strategy. The robust mathematical core of C3D Labs’ products meets this complex challenge head-on. High conversion accuracy and flexible configuration demonstrate the ability of Russian engineers to deliver world-class solutions. We are pleased to work side by side with a leading geometric kernel technology provider as we continue to develop PlantLinker.”
Oleg Zykov, CEO, C3D Labs:
“PlantLinker is the leader in the Russian market of plant design-class CADs. We are happy to contribute to this product, recognizing the PlantLinker team’s strong expertise, engineering-driven approach, and the system’s strong potential to support designers in their work. Interoperability is becoming increasingly essential for advanced plant design systems. Bridging the technology gap between MCAD systems and plant design solutions is the next step in integrating data across diverse CAD environments. C3D Converter serves as this bridge, connecting PlantLinker with mechanical engineering CAD systems.”
About PlantLinker
PlantLinker creates cutting-edge 3D CAD software that empowers engineers to tackle the most complex plant design challenges and beyond. Our flagship product is the PlantLinker technology.
For more information, please visit www.plantlinker.ru.
To learn more about C3D Labs, go here.
