dragon.PDF · Dragon PDF/A Converter
Convert PDFs.
Archive documents.
Automate workflows.
The Dragon PDF/A Converter automatically transforms standard PDFs into long-term archival PDF/A files—with a single REST call. Integrate conversion directly into your Oracle workflows and enhance your Apex Office Print output.
Discover features- Simple REST API.
- Native Oracle integration.
- PDF/A-1, -2 & -3.
From standard PDF to archive file.
Your documents. Your workflow.
Integrate easily.
Convert automatically.
Incorporate PDF/A conversion into existing workflows. The REST API, direct Oracle access, and support for various PDF/A variants form the foundation for automated archiving processes.
Convert with a single call
Integrate a simple POST request into your workflow and trigger conversion automatically.
Process BLOBs directly
Read and write BLOB data directly in Oracle. Manual downloads and intermediate file caching are eliminated.
Select specific PDF/A variants
Convert documents to PDF/A-1, PDF/A-2, or PDF/A-3 for long-term archiving.
Deploy services flexibly
Run the converter as a systemd service on Linux or as a Windows service. Detailed logging and monitoring ensure requests are traceable.
01 / Apex Office Print
Extend AOP output.
Integrate archiving.
Extend your Apex Office Print (AOP) output with PDF/A-2 and PDF/A-3 support. The converter processes standard PDFs into PDF/A-2b or PDF/A-3b directly within your Oracle APEX workflow.
The conversion supports your archiving and electronic invoicing processes. Whether the PDF originates from AOP or another Oracle-based workflow, Dragon handles the conversion.
02 / Three-step conversion
Send request.
Receive result.
A REST call connects your workflow to the PDF/A conversion. Processing takes place directly using the documents stored in Oracle.
Send POST request
Pass the record’s primary key and the desired PDF/A variant to your Dragon endpoint.
Convert BLOB
Dragon retrieves the BLOB from Oracle, converts it using industry-standard engines, and writes the new file back—either as an update or a new entry, as specified.
Evaluate JSON response
You receive a JSON response containing a success confirmation, file size, and status codes for further processing in your workflow.
03 / Configuration & Operations
Reliable operation.
Traceable requests.
Designed for Oracle workflows.Configurable deployment and detailed logs.
- 01 / Deployment
Configure host and port
Configure the host and port for deployment behind a reverse proxy or API gateway.
- 02 / Availability
Automatic restart
systemd supports automatic restarts and service self-healing, even under heavy load.
- 03 / Performance
Connection pooling
Efficient Oracle sessions support low latency and high throughput.
- 04 / Security
Access management
A wallet-enabled credential store, rate-limiting hooks, and role-based access patterns support a security-focused design.
- 05 / Tracking
Logging and monitoring
Detailed logs make requests traceable and support development teams as well as processing audits.
04 / Industry Expertise
Preserve documents.
Support processes.
Leverage PDF/A conversion for document workflows across various industries—from orders and invoices to technical documentation.
Archive orders
Archiving orders and invoices for e-commerce.
Preserve financial documents
Long-term storage of sensitive financial documents in PDF/A format.
Long-term preservation of records
Archiving patient records and laboratory reports.
Connecting document workflows
Support for document workflows in production, supply chains, and quality management.
Outlook / Roadmap
Modular design.
Built for expansion.
Planned developments.The following features are part of the roadmap.
- 01 / Integration
Cloud and SQL
Plans include connecting to common cloud databases and analytics platforms without fundamentally restructuring your stack.
- 02 / Signatures
Digital signatures and e-seals
Future plans allow for digital signatures and e-seals to be added directly during the conversion process.
- 03 / Automation
Workflows and custom rules
Plans include conversion, routing, and notifications based on metadata or business events.
- 04 / Formats
Attachments and metadata
The roadmap includes a …extended format support for PDF/A-2 and PDF/A-3 with embedded attachments and extensive metadata.
- 05 / Plug-ins
Windows and macOS
Cross-platform plug-in support is planned for upcoming Windows and macOS versions.
Your next step
Automate PDF conversion.
Experience it live.
Want to integrate PDF/A conversion into your Oracle workflows? Schedule a live demo and see how Dragon automates manual PDF conversion.
Get a consultation on dragon.PDFSchertlinstr. 39
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