The easy way to unfold sheet metal
Complex calculations? Many parameters that need to be considered? Time-consuming reworking of flat patterns?
Our software will do it for you!
SPI SheetMetal Solutions
A streamlined process chain from the idea to the finished product:
- Shorter construction time
- Manufacturing-ready unfolding
- Less pre-production work
Improved sheet metal design
Specialised commands and exact calculations
Automatic corner reliefs
Consideration of relevant bending radii
Unfolding parts with inaccuracies
Trouble-free and production-ready
Manufacturability checks
Time savings thanks to less reworking
Manufacturable unfolding
With all required manufacturing data
Improved work with assemblies
All flat patterns in a single work step
Easy transfer to CAM and CNC programs
For TRUMPF, LVD, Bystronic and more
Numerous export options
e.g., DXF, GEO, STEP, and XML
3-2-1 ready for production
SPI SheetMetal software extends the sheet metal functionality of the base CAD software with proven features that save time, reduce errors, and optimally link design and fabrication.
Simplified sheet metal design
Reduce errors and save as much as 80% of the design time.
SheetMetalWorks provides automatic corner reliefs, numerous formulas for calculating shortening in the bending zones, optimal handling of multi-body parts, editable material and tool management, and more.
Manufacturing-ready flat patterns
100% ready for production. No reworking, no practice parts.
The superior SPI unfolding algorithm considers not only the material and sheet thickness but also your laser, punching, and bending machines. Accurately unfold even freeform surfaces, curved surfaces, and other complex parts.
Easy data transfer to CAM and CNC
Seamlessly connect your design and fabrication.
Manufacturing interfaces and corresponding output formats for a wide range of CAM applications and CNC machines. Precise, error-free, fast, and cost-effective.
Built-in cost calculation
Calculate the cost of your product in real-time.
Define your rule-sets including everything from material and labor to overhead costs and explore alternatives based on the estimation. Export the results to ERP and production systems.
It’s process-orientated, consistent, and, above all, error-free. Thanks to the integration of the SPI add-ins for the output formats we can transfer the data from design directly to production. A big step forward and a real gain in terms of automation and consistency of our processes.
The acquisition of the software paid off quickly. We can use the time we save to invest in new projects. An integrated process from the sketch to the detailing to the finished assembly, all in 3D: just a few years ago it was a dream of the future. Now it is standard in the design department at Contour.
We have brought strong and dynamic partners on board. We have optimized our processes and can continue to meet the increasing demands of our customers. In SPI we have found a development partner who understands our processes and turns their expertise into powerful software solutions.
FAQ
Several thousand users worldwide rely on SPI SheetMetal to digitize their sheet metal process chain.
Which CAD systems are supported?
SPI software is available for Solidworks and Autodesk Inventor.
Can I receive training to help me to get started?
When you purchase our software, we offer you online or in-person training that is custom-tailored to your needs. We will show you how to make the most out of our software in your sheet metal process chain.
Is software support available?
Our support customers enjoy email and phone support in English and German, as well as remote maintenance via TeamViewer.
Can I import my own shortening values?
Yes, you can. We offer data import from TruTops Classic and TruTops Boost as well as Excel-based import from other software.
Are you ready to get started?
Order your free trial version of SPI SheetMetal software!
Request Free Trial
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Please note: Our software is currently only available for B2B customers. You will not receive a direct download link. Your request will be reviewed and our technical representative will be in touch with you shortly.
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