Introducing Invisu Altus:
Bringing CAD to Life

1. Why documentation needs to evolve

Manufacturing, logistics and automation firms today face increasing complexity. Equipment is more advanced, maintenance requirements more demanding, and the cost of unplanned downtime is steep.

Yet many organisations still rely on traditional documentation: PDFs, long manuals, static drawings and spreadsheets. This often leads to confusion, delays, maintenance errors and ultimately, increased downtime.

Over time, it becomes clear: the problem isn’t lack of effort, but lack of a documentation system that matches the reality of modern equipment and maintenance needs.

2. What the challenges look like in practice

When documentation is fragmented or outdated:

• Technicians waste time trying to locate the correct drawings, part numbers, or instructions
• Documentation may be misinterpreted, leading to mistakes or safety risks
• Onboarding new staff takes longer because learning requires understanding dense static documents
• Companies struggle to keep manuals up to date, especially after modifications or retrofits

These issues are common across industries. They slow down maintenance, create unnecessary risk, and reduce overall operational efficiency.

3. Introducing Invisu Altus

Invisu Altus, our new automated service, transforms how you handle documentation, maintenance, parts and training. By converting CAD data or existing documentation into interactive 3D visualisations — including digital versions of manuals, exploded-view parts catalogues, interactive maintenance and repair procedures, and optional 360° virtual walkthroughs — we give teams a more intuitive and reliable way to understand, maintain and operate complex equipment.

This is not just about prettied-up images. It’s about clear, accurate, accessible information - anytime, anywhere - designed for real-world industrial use.

4. What Invisu Altus gives you

When you use Invisu Altus, you get:

• Interactive 3D maintenance guides:  parts, sub-assemblies, and step-by-step procedures.
• An interactive parts catalogue linked to sub-assemblies making it quick to find the right part without guesswork.
• Digital documentation replacing static manuals — operation manuals, maintenance guides, safety documents — all centralised and version-controlled.
• Optional 360° scans and virtual walkthroughs: useful for complex equipment, large facilities, or remote teams to visualise the environment before site visits.
• Faster onboarding and training:  new technicians can use interactive visual guides rather than deciphering complex PDFs, improving understanding and reducing errors.

5. A realistic scenario: before and after

Before:
A maintenance technician receives a breakdown call. The manual is a 60-page PDF. The technician spends time hunting drawings, cross-referencing part numbers, and trying to visualise assemblies in their head. By the time they figure it out, downtime has already cost valuable production hours.

After using Invisu Altus:
The technician opens the relevant equipment’s Altus file on a tablet, selects the affected sub-assembly, sees exploded views, part names, hierarchical structures, and a step-by-step procedure. They order or locate the correct part instantly, follow the 3D instructions safely, and complete maintenance far quicker, reducing downtime and avoiding costly mistakes.

6. Who benefits the most

This service is ideal for:

• Manufacturing, automation, and industrial firms using complex machinery
• Companies with large maintenance teams or frequent maintenance cycles
• Organisations looking to digitise asset documentation, reduce downtime, and improve clarity
• Operations with turnover or frequent onboarding — where easy-to-follow training and documentation save time
• Facilities seeking better control over maintenance, parts ordering, and version-controlled documentation

7. Common questions you might have

What exactly do you need from us to get started?
We work from your existing CAD data or equipment drawings. From there, we create interactive 3D documentation, parts catalogues and maintenance procedures with no extra burden on your team.

Can this work alongside existing systems?
Yes; the service can complement or replace static documentation, integrating into your existing workflows to improve clarity and reduce reliance on paper or PDFs.

How quickly can we see value?
Once the 3D documentation is created, maintenance teams can start using it immediately so less time spent searching for instructions, clearer part identification, and fewer mistakes from day one.

Is it just for maintenance?
Not at all. It supports build, installation, commissioning, training, parts ordering — wherever clarity and accurate documentation matter.

8. Final thoughts

In today’s fast-moving industrial world, traditional documentation isn’t enough. You need clarity, precision, and a system that keeps up with your equipment and your team.

With Invisu Altus you get a documentation system built for modern operations. Invisu Altus simplifies maintenance, improves safety, supports training, and saves time.

If you’d like to explore whether it’s right for your organisation, our team would be happy to talk or you can upload your documents to us today and we’ll get started:
https://invisu.uk/cad-to-interactive-3d/