CADENAS PARTsolutions-Powered CoSPEC eCatalog and 3D Configurator Saves Time, Simplifies Design Process

Expanded Tool Now Offers 3-D Models in Aveva Plant PDMS and AutoDesk Revit Formats

Cincinnati, OH – Oct 21 2013 – PARTsolutions, LLC, a global provider of online 3-D parts, eCatalogs and 3D configurators, and Eaton’s B-Line business, today announced the expansion of the popular CoSPEC™ online computer-aided drafting (CAD) catalog and product configurator. Powered by PARTsolutions, the updated CoSPEC platform now provides on-demand content in Aveva Plant Design Management Software (PDMS), as well as AutoDesk Revit Building Information Modeling (BIM), for all of the B-Line division’s cable tray products.

“The CoSPEC CAD catalog has been a great addition to the B-Line division and a valuable resource for engineering and design professionals,” said Tim Fox, product line manager, Eaton’s B-Line division. “With these additions, we can deliver a service that will help reduce engineering time and increase quality of design, ultimately helping save our customers significant time and money.”

Launched in 2011, CoSPEC enables customers to select, view and download products from Eaton’s B-Line business. The program’s high-quality product data is available online in nearly 100 different CAD, BIM, PDMS and graphic formats and can be accessed and downloaded at the user’s convenience. All content is available in both 2-D and 3-D non-proprietary formats, as well as native, proprietary formats for trouble-free integration into nearly all design platforms. This flexibility enables engineers, designers and drafters to incorporate the B-Line division’s products into designs quickly and accurately.

“Eaton’s B-Line division is dedicated to using the best technology available in order to better serve its customers,” said Jay Hopper, president, PARTsolutions. “By hosting its entire 3D configurator catalog online, the B-Line division has made it easier to find and incorporate products directly into customers’ designs in an instant.”

Products available for use through the CoSPEC 3D configurator include:

• Strut and Cable Management Systems
• Cabinets, Electronic Enclosures and Wireways
• Communications and Data Equipment Supports
• Ruff-IN Pre-Fab Components
• Pipe Hangers and Mechanical Supports
• Safety Grating
• Seismic Bracing Systems

For more information on the new CoSPEC tool from Eaton’s B-Line business, visit https://www.cooperbline.com/CoSPEC

Eaton’s B-Line division offers a broad range of support systems, seismic bracing solutions, electrical enclosures and wireways designed to save time and lower total installed cost. The B-Line business serves customers in the commercial construction, oil and gas, mining, solar, communications and data centers, and other markets.

Eaton’s Electrical Sector is a global leader with expertise in power distribution and circuit protection; backup power protection; control and automation; lighting and security; structural solutions and wiring devices; solutions for harsh and hazardous environments; and engineering services. Eaton is positioned through its global solutions to answer today’s most critical electrical power management challenges.

Eaton is a power management company providing energy-efficient solutions that help our customers effectively manage electrical, hydraulic and mechanical power. A global technology leader, Eaton acquired Cooper Industries plc in November 2012. The 2012 revenue of the combined companies was $21.8 billion on a pro forma basis. Eaton has approximately 102,000 employees and sells products to customers in more than 175 countries. For more information, visit www.eaton.com

About CADENAS PARTsolutions

CADENAS PARTsolutions is a leading provider of next generation 3D part catalog management and sales configuration solutions. For large manufacturers, CADENAS PARTsolutions provides centralized 3D standard parts catalogs, making it easy for global design teams to find, reuse, and control standard and proprietary parts. For component manufacturers, CADENAS PARTsolutions provides 3D product catalogs with CAD download technology to increase sales lead generation and to ensure that components get “designed in” to OEM products.