Getting Started

This section gives you a list of steps on how to setup and access ProModel AutoCAD® Edition, as well as some initial instructions on how to get started with the software.

System Requirements System Requirements

Please ensure that your system meets the necessary requirements before attempting to install. The ProModel AutoCAD® Edition (PMAD) system requirements are as follows:

Server Hardware and Software

Minimum Required Recommended
Dual Core Processor Quad Core - 2.4 GHz or faster
2 GB Available HD Space 30 GB Available HD Space
Windows 10 or higher Windows Server 10
AutoCAD Architecture or Mechanical 2020 or 2021 AutoCAD Architecture or Mechanical 2020 or 2021

Installation Installation

Before you can begin using ProModel AutoCAD® Edition, you must first ensure the program is installed correctly.

The ProModel AutoCAD® Edition (PMAD) is a standalone software that provides a plugin for Autodesks AutoCAD® Architecture and Mechanical 2020 and 2021 and leveraging Factory Design Utility.

A subscription to ProModel AutoCAD® Edition is purchasable in the ProModel online store. After purchasing the software, follow the instructions given by the installer to finishing installing ProModel AutoCAD® Edition on your device. Installation adds the ProModel ribbon to the AutoCAD®.

To view the ProModel AutoCAD® Edition License Agreement, use the following link.

License Agreement

Learning ProModel AutoCAD Edition

The following list contains the basic steps involved in creating and simulating your model. Select an option to learn more. See the Videos page for training videos.

  1. Log in to ProModel AutoCAD Edition
  2. Use Simulation Browser to create Locations, Entities, Conveyors, Flows, Resources and Path Networks
  3. Use Simulation Properties to define information about the items in your model
  4. Use Model Elements to define Attributes, Variables and Macros
  5. Learn how to use Routing Rules
  6. Learn how to use Distribution Intervals
  7. Learn how to use Logic
  8. Use Simulation Tools to have complete control of your simulation
  9. Learn how to interpret Simulation Results
  10. Learn to use additional helpful tools
  11. Learn about our 3D add-on, ProModel 3D Animator for Inventor

If you have any questions throughout your learning experience with ProModel AutoCAD® Edition, contact the technical support team.