October 16, 2005 -- H. A. Guden Co., Inc. has introduced downloadable 3D CAD drawing and model functionality to their Web platform. Guden is one the largest suppliers of hinges and associated lid & door hardware in the country, and with this offering, engineers and buyers will have means of faster component integration design solutions.

The ability to download existing component CAD drawings and models into manufacturer’s plans saves considerable time in the design process. For this reason Guden is offering 2D CAD drawings and 3D CAD models for most of their major product lines including continuous hinges, slip and butt hinges, gas springs, dampers, and associated brackets and accessories.

The high detail 2D CAD drawings and 3D models were created for Guden by VirtualCAD, a leader in 3D CAD modeling support for mechanical product manufacturers. VirtualCAD's CAD models are easily imported into all major CAD systems such as such as Autodesk's AutoCAD, SolidWorks, Alibre Design, Catia, I-Deas, Unigraphics, Pro-Engineer, Solid Edge, KeyCreator (CAD-Key), IronCAD and Think3.

To access Guden’s CAD drawings, visit www.guden.com, navigate to the CAD model links page, locate the products of interest, and in seconds users can download component CAD models into their CAD design. As time goes on, more and more of Guden’s products will be offered as 3D CAD drawings through their website.

Established in 1920, Guden is an ISO 9000:2000 Registered Company supplying hinges, gas springs, handles, latches and other industrial hardware.

For more information, contact H. A. Guden Co., Inc., 99 Raynor Avenue, Ronkonkoma, NY 11779-6634, 800-344-6437 or Fax 631-737-2933, www.guden.com.