For a successful OEM outdoor furniture project, clear and precise design file exchange is crucial. We prefer to receive designs in widely compatible and information-rich CAD formats. Our primary preference is for native 3D CAD files, such as STEP (.stp/.step) and IGES (.igs/.iges), as they preserve solid model geometry and are excellent for engineering analysis and tooling preparation. For detailed 2D technical drawings, PDFs with embedded vector graphics are essential for dimensioning, tolerances, and material specs. While we can work with common 3D formats like OBJ or 3DS for initial visual concepts, high-resolution renderings (JPEG/PNG) alongside the technical files are valuable for marketing alignment. Providing files in these formats from the outset streamlines prototyping, minimizes errors, and accelerates the path to production, ensuring your design vision is accurately translated into durable, high-quality outdoor furniture.