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Computer Aided Design (CAD)
Your Guide to BES Group's precise electrical CAD services
Harnessing the synergy of cutting-edge technology and decades of expertise, our team of specialist electrical engineers can provide a transformative solution that simplifies your work. Our innovative CAD software empowers your team to redefine workflows, fostering efficiency and precision in every project. Whether you’re conceptualising architectural designs, engineering solutions, or intricate product prototypes, our CAD service provides a user-friendly platform for seamless collaboration.
Your guide to CAD services
Planning your next electrical project shouldn't feel like navigating a tangled web of wires. Enter BES Group's Computer Aided Design (CAD) services, your blueprint for accuracy, efficiency, and peace of mind.
Say goodbye to:
- Tedious hand-drawn schematics: Embrace the future with our cutting-edge CAD software, eliminating errors and boosting efficiency.
- Information gaps: Get the complete picture. Our detailed 3D models reveal every electrical component, from the main circuit to the last light switch.
- Worrying about compliance: Rest assured. Our ISO-accredited engineers work to the highest standards, ensuring your design adheres to all regulations.
What we offer:
- Expert Guidance: We collaborate with you to understand your unique needs and tailor our services accordingly. No project is too big or too small.
- Accuracy in Every Dimension: Our 3D models provide a crystal-clear picture of your electrical system, eliminating guesswork and potential errors.
- Streamlined Workflows: CAD software allows for rapid design modifications and updates, saving you valuable time and resources.
- Comprehensive Documentation: We generate detailed wiring diagrams, schematics, and layout plans – essential for installation, maintenance, and future troubleshooting.
Ready to experience the power of precise electrical design?
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Our step-by-step approach
- Understanding your vision: We begin by gathering your project details, from goals and desired functionalities to specific equipment components.
- Building a digital twin: Our CAD professionals then translate your vision into a precise 3D model, visualising your entire electrical system with meticulous detail.
- Rigorous testing & refinement: The model undergoes thorough simulations to identify and address any potential issues before reaching the real world.
- Generating clear & precise drawings: From wiring diagrams to layout plans, we generate comprehensive visual guides for smooth installation and future reference.
- Your seal of approval: We collaborate with you to review and refine the drawings, ensuring they perfectly match your project requirements.
- Bringing your vision to life: With the blueprints finalised, our skilled engineers flawlessly translate the CAD model into a tangible electrical system.
How our CAD service can benefit you!
Expert insight
Our Computer Aided Design Services can be utilised to create comprehensive documentation for electrical systems. This documentation can be used for training, maintenance, and troubleshooting. CAD software allows you to create accurate drawings that are free of errors, which is even more important for electrical design, as even the smallest mistakes can have serious consequences.
Efficiency
Our CAD software means your electrical design work can be even more efficient and accurate. Our team of CAD experts can create and modify drawings quickly and easily, meaning you have one less thing to worry about for your electrical design project.
Documentation
As part of our complete offering, our CAD Services can be used to create comprehensive documentation for electrical systems. This documentation can be used for training, maintenance, and troubleshooting.
Expert insight
Our Computer Aided Design Services can be utilised to create comprehensive documentation for electrical systems. This documentation can be used for training, maintenance, and troubleshooting. CAD software allows you to create accurate drawings that are free of errors, which is even more important for electrical design, as even the smallest mistakes can have serious consequences.
Efficiency
Our CAD software means your electrical design work can be even more efficient and accurate. Our team of CAD experts can create and modify drawings quickly and easily, meaning you have one less thing to worry about for your electrical design project.
Documentation
As part of our complete offering, our CAD Services can be used to create comprehensive documentation for electrical systems. This documentation can be used for training, maintenance, and troubleshooting.
Hear what our customers have to say
We care about the journey we take our customers on, but it’s not our word you should be taking, see what our customers think of the service we provided!
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At Sanctuary Group, one of the largest Housing Associations in the UK, with sites located across England and Scotland, our aim is to ensure our compliances are up to date in a timely fashion. BES Group have not disappointed. Communication is positive, quick, professional and with clarity.
I would highly recommend them as a contractor, communication and understanding of the work requested is integral to my position within National Compliance.
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Charlotte Hampton
National Compliance Administration Officer
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BES is a really disruptive force in the market, they are able to provide a variety of necessary services to their customers and none of the other big players are able to provide that breadth of services.
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Industry competitor
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Some of the other international players don’t even have nationwide coverage. BES was able to offer us local resources across the country for our complex operations, there is no other provider that could give us that.
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FAQs
What are the different types of electrical drawings?
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Single-line diagrams – are the most basic type of electrical drawing. They show all the main electrical components of a system, such as the power source, the distribution panels, and the major circuits.
Wiring diagrams – show the details of how the electrical components are wired together. They are used to troubleshoot electrical problems and to plan new electrical installations.
Schematic diagrams – illustrate the electrical components of a system in more detail than single-line diagrams. They show the symbols for the electrical components, as well as the connections between them.
Pictorial diagrams – present the electrical components of a system in a three-dimensional view. They are often used to show the installation of electrical components in a building.
Layout diagrams – highlight the location of electrical installations in a building and are used to plan the installation of electrical components and troubleshoot electrical problems.
Do my electrical drawings need to be compliant with any standards?
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Yes, there are multiple UK standards that electrical drawings need to be compliant with, including:
BS 7671:2018 – Requirements for electrical installations. This standard sets out the requirements for the design, installation, and maintenance of electrical systems in the UK.
BS EN 61082-1 – Symbols for electrical installations. This standard specifies the symbols that should be used in electrical drawings.
BS EN 60617-1 – Graphical symbols for use in electrical diagrams. This standard specifies the graphical symbols that should be used in electrical drawings.
As well as these standards, electrical drawings may also need to be compliant with local regulations, for example, the UK Building Regulations. These regulations set out requirements for the electrical safety of buildings.
At the BES Group, our team of specialists can tell you which of the specific standards and regulations apply to your site, ensuring your electrical drawings are compliant with them.
What is the difference between wiring and electrical schematic drawings?
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Wiring and electrical schematic drawings are both tools key to electrical design, but they’re used for different purposes.
Wiring diagrams show the physical layout of an electrical system, including the location of all the electrical components and the connections between them. They are used to troubleshoot electrical problems and to plan new electrical installations.
Electrical schematic diagrams show the electrical components of a system in more detail than wiring diagrams. They show the symbols for the electrical components, as well as the connections between them. They are used to understand how an electrical system works and to troubleshoot electrical problems.
If you have any questions on our Computer Aided Design Services, our people have the answers. Get in touch with one of our CAD experts, who’ll be able to supply all the information you need.
How is CAD software used in electrical design?
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CAD software is used in electrical design to create accurate and detailed drawings of electrical systems, with the added benefit of enhanced accuracy and ease.
What is the best CAD software for me and my design project?
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The best CAD software for you will depend on your specific needs and requirements. If you are not sure which CAD software is right for you, get in touch with one of our CAD professionals, who will ensure the right software is used when delivering on your electrical design project.
Why choose us?
Quality Service
With our own innovative training centre, our engineers are consistently kept up to date with the latest changes to the wiring industry regulations. This means that as our customer, you can rest assured that you’ll receive the highest quality service.
Nationwide Services
Our team of specialist electrical engineers are spread across the UK and are 100% responsible to customer needs. So, no matter where your site is located, we'll be there for you.
Accredited Team
Our electrical engineers are ISO accredited and well equipped to carry out our complete electrical service offering, including our CAD service.
35,000 satisfied customers
We've built a strong reputation for providing exceptional service to over 35,000 satisfied customers from diverse industries. Our unwavering commitment to customer satisfaction has resulted in long-standing partnerships and unwavering trust.
800+ expert engineers
Our team of over 800 skilled engineers possesses a wealth of knowledge and expertise in a range of disciplines. Their deep understanding of your equipment and operating conditions ensures that they deliver proactive solutions that optimise asset performance and minimise downtime
A legacy of 160+ years of experience
With over 160 years of experience in the industry, we've witnessed the evolution of industry practices and have adapted our approach to meet the ever-changing needs of our customers. Our deep understanding of asset management, compliance and predictive technologies enables us to deliver cutting-edge solutions that drive operational excellence.
Did you know...
70%
of design time could be saved by utilising CAD, according to a study by the Manufacturing Enterprise Solutions Association (MESA).
95%
improvement in design accuracy can be achieved by using CAD, found by the Society of Manufacturing Engineers (SME).
50%
cost reduction in manufacturing could be accomplished by using CAD, according to a study by the National Association of Manufacturers (NAM).
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CPD
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ECA
BES Electrical Ltd.
NICEIC
BES Group Electrical Ltd. - British Engineering Services Limited
Safe Electric
BES Group Electrical Ltd.
ISO Accreditation Citation 14001
BES Group Electrical Ltd.
ISO Accreditation Citation 45001
BES Group Electrical Ltd.
ISO Accreditation Citation 9001
BES Group Electrical Ltd.
Achilles
British Engineering Services Limited
Reset
BES Group Electrical Ltd.
Constructionline
BES Group Electrical Ltd - British Engineering Services Ltd - Inspired Access Ltd - Inspire Structures Ltd
Facilitiesline
BES Group Electrical Ltd.
CHAS
British Engineering Services Limited - BES Group Testing Ltd. - BES Group Electrical Ltd.
Acclaim
BES Group Electrical Ltd.
Avetta
British Engineering Services Asset Reliability Ltd. - BES Group Electrical Ltd.
SafeContractor Approved
BES Group Electrical Ltd. - XEIAD - British Engineering Service Limited
Construction Isle of Man
BES Group Electrical Ltd
IWFM
BES Group Electrical Ltd.
Trustpilot
BES Group Electrical Ltd.
CPD
BES Group Electrical Ltd.
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