


What is CoLab?
CoLab is a cloud-based design review platform built for engineering teams working on complex products. It shares CAD models with anyone regardless of software, captures feedback directly on 3D models, and automates issue tracking to help mechanical engineering teams complete design reviews twice as fast while catching more errors before production.
What sets CoLab apart?
CoLab differentiates itself through multi-CAD environment support, enabling mechanical engineering teams to collaborate regardless of which CAD systems they or their external partners use. This compatibility with over 30 file types and major PLM systems like Windchill and Teamcenter makes it valuable for cross-functional teams spread across different locations and organizations. CoLab stands apart in the engineering collaboration space by bridging communication gaps between design, manufacturing, and quality teams throughout the entire product development lifecycle.
CoLab Use Cases
- Engineering design reviews
- Supplier collaboration
- Documentation automation
- CAD file sharing
- Quality assurance tracking
Who uses CoLab?
Features and Benefits
- Review CAD models with multiple stakeholders simultaneously, allowing everyone to manipulate the model independently or follow along with another reviewer.
Real-time 3D model collaboration
- Pin comments directly to specific areas of a 3D model or drawing, creating saved view states that provide clear context for design discussions.
Contextualized design feedback
- Capture and organize design feedback automatically as reviews happen, eliminating manual documentation work in spreadsheets or emails.
Automatic issue tracking
- Connect seamlessly with major PLM systems like Windchill, Teamcenter, and 3DXPERIENCE while supporting 30+ CAD file formats for cross-system compatibility.
PLM and CAD integration
- Share design files with suppliers, customers, and partners through secure web links without requiring specialized software or CAD licenses.
Secure external collaboration