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We specify and develop computer software for analysis, design and production applications in the mechanical and electrical engineering industries. ADE Ltd. was formed in 1978 and is, therefore, one of the longest established specialists in this field.

For 30 years ADE comprised three chartered engineers; David, Peter and Roger. Now David has retired and we have been joined by Ken. We have practical experience in design and production engineering which enables us to rapidly gain an understanding of a customer's engineering procedures and to specify and implement appropriate software solutions. We have a long, proven track record of developing computer aided engineering (CAE) software within time and cost budgets.

Most of our software produces graphical output, ranging from simple schematic drawings to fully detailed engineering drawings and realistic 3D visualisations. In recent years we have been developing software mainly to run on Microsoft Windows or Unix using Visual Basic or FORTRAN. Where possible we interface our software with systems such as AutoCAD, Medusa and Visio to avoid reinventing the wheel and to provide more flexible solutions. We have also developed 3D modellers and draughting systems specifically tailored to particular applications where this was necessary for reasons of performance or cost.

ADE Ltd. is located in the United Kingdom and most of our customers are UK based. However, there are more than 2,000 engineers in over 40 countries around the world using our software to help with analysis, design, product selection, draughting, 3D visualisation, parts listing, cost estimating, tooling design, etc.

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