FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
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How do we get started?
The first step to get started is to send:
How do we communicate?
The bulk of communication is done via e-mail which is the fastest and easiest way. However,
you can always call, or chat online to clear up things.
On site drafting?
I am willing to travel to local sites to survey a project or meet in person. Use the Contact ECS
form to make arrangements or request more information.
What software do you use?
AutoCAD 2010, Adobe, Microsoft Office 2007
In what format should I send the scanned files?
The files can be sent in .doc, .pdf, .dwg, or .dwf format.
What kind of turnaround time is expected?
The turnaround time could be within 24 hours or weeks. The time depends solely on the type
of work being done and your requested time frame. Contact ECS for a free estimate.
Do you follow your own CAD standards or those which we prescribe?
I set up CAD standards as furnished by the client. However in absence of prescribed
standards I use a default standard.
How are payments made?
PayPal, or a company check.
Do you Except Work From Outside the United States?
Yes! Contact E-CAD Specialist for more information.
WHAT ARE:
Redlines?
Mark ups or suggestions needing to be incorporated into a sheet, plan or drawing.
I take a PDF, TIFF, or JPEG of your scanned redlines and incorporate them into an
AutoCAD drawing (DWG format).
Detail Drawings?
Detail drawings are a close up of a specific component or arrangement of components.
Example:
Elevation Drawings?
A drawing of a property from the front, rear, or side that illustrates how the planned or existing
structure is situated topographically.
Dynamic Blocks?
Creates a block with the ability to: add attributes such as circuit numbers, amps, voltages, the
ability to rotate, stretch, align with, array or make certain parts invisible or visible when
selected.
This eliminates the usage of having too many blocks in a tool bar which takes up your monitor
design space.
Here are some possible scenarios for using Dynamic Blocks:
You can make any existing block dynamic by adding dynamic features to it.
One Line Diagram?
A flow chart of electrical components, using electrical symbols.
(Can be created as in-depth or as basic as needed.)
Example:
The first step to get started is to send:
- An email (or call) explaining the drafting or design work you need done.
- The project drawing(s)
- Documents or change orders pertaining to the work or project.
- Your expected turnaround time
How do we communicate?
The bulk of communication is done via e-mail which is the fastest and easiest way. However,
you can always call, or chat online to clear up things.
On site drafting?
I am willing to travel to local sites to survey a project or meet in person. Use the Contact ECS
form to make arrangements or request more information.
What software do you use?
AutoCAD 2010, Adobe, Microsoft Office 2007
In what format should I send the scanned files?
The files can be sent in .doc, .pdf, .dwg, or .dwf format.
What kind of turnaround time is expected?
The turnaround time could be within 24 hours or weeks. The time depends solely on the type
of work being done and your requested time frame. Contact ECS for a free estimate.
Do you follow your own CAD standards or those which we prescribe?
I set up CAD standards as furnished by the client. However in absence of prescribed
standards I use a default standard.
How are payments made?
PayPal, or a company check.
Do you Except Work From Outside the United States?
Yes! Contact E-CAD Specialist for more information.
WHAT ARE:
Redlines?
Mark ups or suggestions needing to be incorporated into a sheet, plan or drawing.
I take a PDF, TIFF, or JPEG of your scanned redlines and incorporate them into an
AutoCAD drawing (DWG format).
Detail Drawings?
Detail drawings are a close up of a specific component or arrangement of components.
Example:
- Grounding bars
- Light fixtures and installation practice (hanging or inset)
Elevation Drawings?
A drawing of a property from the front, rear, or side that illustrates how the planned or existing
structure is situated topographically.
Dynamic Blocks?
Creates a block with the ability to: add attributes such as circuit numbers, amps, voltages, the
ability to rotate, stretch, align with, array or make certain parts invisible or visible when
selected.
This eliminates the usage of having too many blocks in a tool bar which takes up your monitor
design space.
Here are some possible scenarios for using Dynamic Blocks:
- A door that can be maneuvered left, right, forward and backward by clicking an arrow.
- A power outlet that can have regular, duplex or special receptacle choices all in one.
- A light fixture that can go back and forth from a 2 x 2 to a 2 x 4, regular and
emergency, that is chosen from a drop-down list. - A rectangular metal plate with a centered hole that stays centered as the plate is
stretched
You can make any existing block dynamic by adding dynamic features to it.
One Line Diagram?
A flow chart of electrical components, using electrical symbols.
(Can be created as in-depth or as basic as needed.)
Example:
- Start with a Main Distribution Panel and branch out to show how all other panels are
connected back to this point and where they are located within the building.
