Anyone who designs ventilation systems for process air contaminated with chemicals spends a significant portion of their working time not only on the design itself, but also on gathering the necessary background information. Searching for technical data sheets, contacting manufacturers, manually reconstructing geometries, and clarifying queries. And this process must be repeated for every single component.
Beck is now making all design data for its product range available in a central download area. The goal: a comprehensive CAD library for ventilation technology that gives designers, system integrators, and operators direct access to all necessary data.
Why missing CAD data costs so much time in HVAC design
When designing process air systems, the individual components are rarely the problem. The problem arises when precise design data is missing or is available in a format that cannot be used directly. This triggers a chain of inquiries, manual adjustments, and coordination loops that waste time and create opportunities for errors.
Especially in complex systems, such as those commonly found in electroplating, the chemical industry, pharmaceutical production, or battery manufacturing, dozens of components come together: bends, reductions, check valves, volume flow controllers, silencers, sleeves, saddle pieces, … Each of these must be accurately represented in the planning phase with precise connection geometries, correct external dimensions, and consistent transitions.
Anyone who has to rely on incomplete or inaccurate data here risks conflicts with other trades, rework on the construction site, and, in the worst case, delays in commissioning.
The new Beck CAD download area: A one-stop shop
Accurate design data from the very beginning is therefore not just a nice-to-have, but a fundamental basis for planning. And this is exactly where Beck’s new download section comes in. Starting now, all available design data for our product range is available here for direct download. It’s quickly accessible, organized by product group, and can be integrated directly into your planning software thanks to the correct file format.
What we are building with this section on our website is, at its core, a CAD library for ventilation components used in the field of chemically contaminated process air. In other words, a central location where all necessary data is available in a consistent, up-to-date, and uniform quality.
Currently, you can find CAD data for these product groups in our download section:
- Bends
- Sockets and end caps
- Flanges
- Dampers and check valves
- Reductions
- T-pieces and Y-pieces
- Sleeves
- Volume flow controllers
- Roof hoods
- Saddle connections and saddle pieces
- Silencers
Save data quickly and easily and get instant access. Click here to visit our CAD library:
The section is constantly being expanded, and the long-term goal is clear: to make the appropriate CAD data available for every Beck product.
How CAD data makes the design of process air systems easier in practice
The benefits of precise CAD data are evident throughout the entire planning and construction process. Not just at the beginning, but at every stage where changes are made, trades need to be coordinated, or decisions need to be documented.
In the design phase
Even in the early design planning stages, it helps to have actual component geometries available. Piping can be routed based on real dimensions, clearances to other trades can be checked early on, and space requirements can be planned correctly. Having saddle pieces, butterfly valves, or silencers already included in the model with accurate dimensions at this stage helps avoid design conflicts that can become costly later on.
In the construction planning
phase The accuracy requirements increase even further during construction planning. Connection geometries must be correct, transitions between components must fit, and any deviation between the plan and the actual component can lead to rework. CAD data that corresponds 1:1 to the actual Beck product creates the foundation here for a smooth handover to the installation phase.
During assembly and commissioning
A clean data foundation also pays off for system integrators and installers. When the components shown in the plan correspond exactly to what is delivered, there are no surprises on the construction site. This makes a noticeable difference, especially in confined spaces, such as under hall ceilings, in ductwork areas, or in existing systems.
In retrofitting and documentation
Anyone expanding or modernizing an existing ventilation system relies on a reliable data foundation. With Beck CAD data, retrofits—such as integrating new saddle connectors or adding damper valves—can be accurately planned and documented. This is particularly relevant for operators with in-house engineering and maintenance teams who further develop their systems internally.
Who is the CAD download section intended for?
The download section is intended for anyone who designs or works with Beck components. This typically includes the following groups:
Building services planners and engineering firms benefit from direct access to complete geometric data without having to contact the manufacturer or enter dimensions themselves. This saves time and improves data quality in complex projects. And yet, Beck supports every planning phase and, of course, does not relinquish responsibility.
Plant manufacturers and contractors can integrate design data directly into their installation processes. Clear dimensions and connection geometries mean fewer follow-up inquiries and less on-site adjustment work. And should any uncertainties or questions arise, our experts are always there for you.
Operators with in-house design or maintenance teams use the data as a basis for expansions, modifications, and the ongoing documentation of their systems. A well-maintained, reliable CAD library for ventilation is a real advantage, especially when frequent adjustments are made in production or laboratory settings.
The download area is intended as more than just a self-service offering, but it is not a substitute for personal consultation. Anyone with a project that has special requirements, needs custom components, or wants to compile individual CAD data packages for a complex system can contact the Beck design team directly at any time. It is often precisely these discussions that lead to the best solutions.
Access: Fast, easy, comprehensive
To access the CAD download area, simply enter your contact information on the page. You will then have immediate access to the complete CAD database—without long wait times or complicated registration processes.
For individual inquiries or if a specific component is not yet available in the download area, the Beck design team is available to assist you directly:
konstruktion@beckplastic.com
Tel: +49 (0)69 380353 0
The industry is growing—and Beck is growing with it
The current version of the CAD download section already covers the most important product groups. Beck is constantly working to expand the CAD library for ventilation components—with the clear goal of making the appropriate design data available for every product in the long term.
Anyone who needs a product that is not yet available in the section can receive a customized solution upon request. This ensures that no project fails due to a lack of planning data. For Beck, providing CAD data represents a broader commitment: not just supplying customers with products, but with everything needed for professional planning and implementation. In addition to CAD data, this includes technical documentation, flow calculations, and personal consultation from experienced experts.
FAQ – Key Information at a Glance
1. What is the Beck CAD library for ventilation components?
The Beck CAD download area provides design data for a large portion of our product range—organized by product group and ready for direct integration into planning software. Currently available items include elbows, dampers, saddle fittings, airflow controllers, and silencers.
2. Who can use the CAD data?
The section is intended for MEP designers, engineering firms, plant manufacturers, and operators with in-house engineering teams who design or work with Beck components for chemically contaminated process air. However, in theory, anyone who submits their contact information and requests access can download the data.
3. How do I get access?
Access is granted by submitting your contact information on the download page. After that, the complete CAD data library is immediately available.
4. What if a component isn’t available yet?
Beck is constantly working to expand the library. For products not yet available in the download section, the design team offers a custom solution via konstruktion@beckplastic.com.
5. In which formats is the CAD data available?
The CAD data is available for download as STEP files—a standardized format that can be imported into all common CAD systems. If you have questions about specific formats or individual requirements, the Beck design team is happy to assist at konstruktion@beckplastic.com.
Download CAD data now
Are you planning a new process air system, expanding an existing one, or looking for design data for an ongoing tender? In the Beck CAD download area, you’ll find all currently available data—organized, easily accessible, and ready for use in your planning.
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