Have you heard of CAD/CAM in the machinery industry? Designers use CAD software to create precise digital models, but transforming those designs into actual products requires a skilled engineer to write machining programs, input them into the machine, and operate high-end equipment to produce the final workpiece.
The structural steel industry has also embraced this digital transformation. Designers commonly use Tekla Structures software to create complex and detailed beam frameworks, specifying dimensions, hole placements, and more. However, implementing these designs onto modern processing machines like a CNC beam drilling machine or an automatic bandsaw machine traditionally requires specialized programming by engineers or skilled technicians.
With over 30 years of experience, Guanda International Machinery (GDM) recognizes these challenges. We not only offer high-quality equipment like beam drilling machines and steel band saws but also provide a powerful software solution—SFM. By uploading a TEKLA design file to the system, SFM automatically converts it into the machining programs needed for execution on advanced machinery.
For enhanced precision and ease of use, SFM allows operators to view designs in 3D, making it simpler to inspect and modify the project. This comprehensive approach supports effective steel fabrication management and streamlines the entire beam fabrication process.
If you’re interested in learning more, feel free to contact us. We’re happy to demonstrate how GDM’s technology can transform your structural steel operations.