Print CAD

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3D preview

Print CAD generates a 3D packaging model from an existing dieline and supports folding and unfolding animations.printnow.com · read 8 Oct 2026

Dieline import

The product page says users can import dielines and identifies ArtiosCAD, Engview Systems, and Packdora as sources for designs or templates.printnow.com · read 8 Oct 2026

Encryption

The pricing page states that data is encrypted at rest with AES-256 and in transit with TLS 1.2 and 1.3.printnow.com · read 8 Oct 2026

Hosting and security

PrintNow says its hosted platform runs on Microsoft Azure and provides SSL/TLS, DDoS and bot protection, and vulnerability scanning; its security page states it maintains PCI DSS Level 2 compliance.printnow.com · read 8 Oct 2026

Integrations

The pricing page lists imports from ArtiosCAD and Engview, and enterprise API integrations with systems including Esko Automation Engine, Enfocus Switch, and HP Siteflow.printnow.com · read 8 Oct 2026

Intended customers

PrintNow describes its platform as serving print providers, including digital, wide-format, and packaging businesses.printnow.com · read 8 Oct 2026

Parametric design

Designers can add constraints, dimensions, variables, and expressions to create parametric packaging structures.printnow.com · read 8 Oct 2026

Pricing workflow

PrintNow’s dynamic calculators support standard and custom sizes, configurable materials and options, and instant dieline downloads.printnow.com · read 8 Oct 2026

Production output

Print CAD can export spot-color PDF files for cutting samples and print-ready production checks.printnow.com · read 8 Oct 2026

Publishing

Variables and parameters from Print CAD can be configured in PrintNow Unified Admin and published for customers to adjust online.printnow.com · read 8 Oct 2026

Purpose

Print CAD is packaging CAD software for structural design of folded packaging, including corrugated boxes, folding cartons, flexible packaging, and labels.printnow.com · read 8 Oct 2026

Support

The pricing page lists support response targets of 8 hours for Starter, 1–8 hours for Growth, and 15 minutes–4 hours for Enterprise.printnow.com · read 8 Oct 2026

Testing

Its resolver and sandbox let users test variables, sizes, formulas, flute calculations, bleed, masks, and glue areas.printnow.com · read 8 Oct 2026

Trial

PrintNow states that an approved request starts a 14-day Growth trial without a credit card; Enterprise trials require contacting Sales.printnow.com · read 8 Oct 2026

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