DraftAid

About

DraftAid is an AI-powered CAD drawing automation platform based in Toronto, Canada. Founded in 2023, the company emerged from Y Combinator's Winter 2024 cohort. DraftAid specializes in converting 3D models into detailed 2D fabrication drawings, significantly reducing the time engineers spend on this task. The platform allows users to generate manufacturing-ready 2D drawings with minimal manual intervention. Key features include single-click generation of multiple drawings, automated annotation and dimensioning, and compatibility with various output formats like DWG, DXF, and PDF. DraftAid integrates seamlessly with popular CAD software such as Autodesk Inventor and SolidWorks, and the generated drawings are fully editable for further adjustments. DraftAid has demonstrated impressive efficiency, enabling teams to reduce drawing time by up to 80-90%. The platform is currently expanding its reach, serving engineering and manufacturing teams across multiple sectors worldwide, with plans to launch a public version in early 2026.