Leading by

Design.
The benefits of FRAMECAD
Cold Formed Steel Construction

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 “
Good buildings come from good
people, and all problems are solved
by good design.
Stephen Gardiner,
Architect, Teacher, Writer.

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 Introduction.
As a professional in the building industry,
you know that construction is a balancing
act, particularly when it comes to
translating architectural intent into safe,
compliant, constructible buildings, and
when time and mistakes cost money.
With the increasing global demand for
high quality, quick-to-construct buildings,
traditional methods of construction
are becoming obsolete as new, faster,
technology-enabled building processes tick
all the boxes.
So it stands to reason that modern methods
of construction, such as Cold Formed Steel
(CFS) construction, are proving to meet
the needs of the industry. Why? Because
software enabled, design-led methods
shift the skill of construction up-stream,
producing more accurate designs that need
less skilled labor at the construction end of
the process.
and engineering is enabled. This reduces
the reliance on highly skilled, expensive
engineering resource, speeds up the
specification and compliance process and
optimizes the building design.
The results? More accurate, lower cost,
faster-to construct, quality buildings. And
the opportunity to create highly scalable
construction businesses that generate far
faster ROI than traditional methods.
In this guide we explore the concept of
design-led construction, and specifically,
how the CFS construction process varies
compared to traditional methods. As
FRAMECAD is leading the way with
innovative software in CFS design and
construction, we explain the specific
benefits of the FRAMECAD design and
engineering process, and the advantages
of using FRAMECAD software over other
industry alternatives.

And, with the right design and engineering,

such as FRAMECAD’s CFS software,
computer aided automation of CFS design

Cold Formed Steel or CFS is also known as Light Gauge Steel or LGS.
CFS buildings are designed using specialist computer aided design and
engineering software and manufactured by rolling or pressing steel into semifinished
or finished goods at an ambient temperature.

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 CHAPTER 1
What is design-led
construction?

CHAPTER 2
Benefits of FRAMECAD’s
CFS design-led
construction process.

CHAPTER 3
About FRAMECAD’s
CFS Software.

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CHAPTER 1

What is design-led Design-led construction methods use software

and manufacturing technology to produce
building components with a high degree of

construction? accuracy. This approach reduces the input

required from engineers and the need for
skilled construction labor, which in turn,
significantly reduces on-site errors and
material wastage.

These methods typically feature sophisticated,

integrated software platforms that automate
the design, engineering, manufacturing and
construction processes of a project - meaning
the majority of the skill of the project lies in
the design and detailing phases of work.

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 How does design-led construction
differ from traditional methods?
With traditional construction methods, much of the decision-making
happens on site, relying on the skill of the builder on the job. Using a
design-led construction process, the skill moves upstream; decision-
making responsibilities are transferred to the designers, and are no
longer the domain of on-site laborers.

Therefore, the size and skill of the on-site construction labor force
needed for design-led methods is much less than with traditional
building methods.

So, how is this possible?

The fundamental difference between traditional methods

and design-led construction methods is the integration of
sophisticated software, which streamlines and connects every
step of the design and build process.

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 Traditional methods
A comparison between traditional construction Architectural packages e.g. CAD design
methods and CFS design-led construction. the building as a concept with no practical
and integrated engineered data on how to
put the building together to make it safe,
Design compliant and liveable.
Phase
Project owner then works with an engineer,
who translates the architectural drawings
into an engineered plan and a buildable
detailed design, which can then be
submitted for building authority approval.
Specification [Time and cost increase]
Phase
If issues identified, then project owner must
rework designs and engineered plans and
resubmit. [Time and cost increase]
Engineer
sign off
The engineered design is then reviewed by
the local authority, who provides approval
that the design meets the building code
requirements and that all the calculations are
Local adequate for constructing with the selected
authority materials, in the given environment.
COST
approval
Depending on the method, other third party
software may generate a material take off
sheet but not workshop drawings, making
the fabrication and erection more complex
Workshop and longer. [Time and cost increase]
drawings
Most traditional applications do not generate
a complete BOM. This is done independently
Bill of using separate software. [Time and cost
materials increase]
(BOM)
Traditional methods such as timber, concrete
and brick construction have limited or no off-
site manufacturing component, leaving the
production and assembly of components to
the skilled on-site labour force.
Manufacture
Traditional methods require skilled on-site
labor (e.g. carpenters, concrete layers, brick
layers), heavy lifting equipment, storage and
expensive tools. [Time and cost increase]
TIME Assemble
Traditional Method Design Lead Interactions
This diagram is general in nature to illustrate an approximate comparison between methods.
Watch our video to learn more about
design-led construction processes.
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Design-led methods such as CFS
Designs can either be created in CAD and imported
or drafted in the engineering software itself. [Time
and cost decrease]
Design software with advanced engineering
capabilities like FRAMECAD Structure software
can be used to perform automated engineering
calculations and reports on building components.
Code compliance calculations occur in real-time,
allowing for immediate design correction without
the need for engineer input.
Engineered plans unlikely to be rejected. If
changes are requested, they can quickly be made
in real time without costly delays. [Time and cost
decrease].
Engineered design unlikely to be rejected by local
authority. [Time and cost decrease]
The software produces a detailed set of workshop
and assembly drawings that allow for easy
fabrication and erection which cuts down on errors
and rework. [Time and cost decrease]
The software generates a complete BOM
report plus a detailed design file that orders the
production of the components so that the build
can be completed in the most efficient manner
possible. [Time and cost decrease]
Depending on the construction method, design
software will integrate with manufacturing, to
produce building components (e.g. frames and
trusses) to the BOM, optimising the material use
with virtually zero waste.
Depending on the method and building
components involved, pre-assembled components
can be transported to site (in some cases, on-site
manufacturing can occur) and erection can occur
quickly and accurately using local, less-skilled labor
and basic tools. [Time and cost decrease]
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CHAPTER 2

Benefits of
CFS construction is a relatively new
construction method when compared to
traditional methods such as timber frame,

FRAMECAD’s concrete or block builds. Early CFS projects

were developed from edited designs originally

CFS design-led
drawn up for these traditional construction
processes, but today, CFS design has evolved
dramatically with the use of bespoke, cutting-

construction process. edge design and manufacturing technology.

With the rapid rise in popularity of CFS

construction, a number of specialist CFS
providers have entered the industry. As
one of the pioneers in the CFS industry,
FRAMECAD continues to lead innovation
with game-changing software and advanced
manufacturing technology.

In this section we explore the benefits of

FRAMECAD’s design-led CFS construction
system and how innovations at every step in
the building process have a direct impact on
the efficiency and ROI of building projects.

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 DESIGN:
Flexibility and speed

In any construction project, the architect
and project owner will engage in a
consultation process to get architectural
drawings to a point where they can be
submitted to the building authority. They
work with an engineer, who translates the
architectural drawings into an engineered
plan and a buildable detailed design,
which can then be submitted for building
authority engineering approval.
With FRAMECAD’s design-led construction
process, this process is sped up through
the use of real-time Computer-Aided
Engineering design. Software with
advanced engineering capabilities
(FRAMECAD Structure software) performs
automated engineering calculations as
designs are created.

What is driving the shift

towards alternative methods An important point to note is that because of the advanced

of construction such as CFS?

capabilities of engineering design software like FRAMECAD
Structure, it doesn’t have to be used by an engineer. A detailer or
trained designer can engineer the building - reducing engineering
Find out by downloading our guide: How the need for the design time and saving on costly engineering fees.
rapid construction of quality buildings is defining the future of
construction: The case for building with Cold Formed Steel.

FRAMECAD CFS software packages As the name suggests, FRAMECAD is

integrate with the preferred architectural CAD-based, so the design-files created in

Download now software already being used by design

teams. Alternatively, all frame and truss
design can occur within the FRAMECAD
Structure software itself.
Revit, Chief Architect, AutoCAD – all of
the big names in architectural software
are compatible with FRAMECAD software.
other CAD-based programs are imported
easily. Even if the software used by the
architect isn’t CAD-based and isn’t initially
compatible with FRAMECAD Structure, the
FRAMECAD team will take steps to create
compatibility.

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 ENGINEERING:
Real-time calculations reduce
costly engineer hours
Taking a design from the architectural design stage through pre-engineering and
the drafting stage to the engineering stage is where the special capabilities of
FRAMECAD’s CFS software become evident. This part of the process is often the
resource. get a pass under the criteria in question.
most time-consuming and expensive, thanks to frequent delays and revisions, but
FRAMECAD software significantly reduces delays and revisions.
Fast and easy to use, FRAMECAD The engineer’s expert eye is only required
Structure analyzes loads, deflections and at a point where the user is already
other forces, making it an easy process confident that the plans are up to the
When using FRAMECAD Structure, it’s easy to reconfigure designs to check for compliant engineering. necessary standard.
if things change during the approval process. This keeps the cost of FRAMECAD Structure will flag certain
making changes low and ensures that projects comply with code – elements of the design that do not fall
without holding up the project timeline. within the designated settings, and
prompts the user to change the design to

Following the final architectural

iterations, architectural drawings are
transitioned into workshop drawings
(‘detailing’) and a bill of materials
(‘BOM’).
Traditionally, an engineer will need to
be deeply involved with this process
– checking everything from wind load
to seismic suitability. Because of the
frequent feedback loops between
authorities, developers and architects,
engineers may need to keep reconfiguring
their changes on the basis of changes
made in other parts of the design chain.
This adds up – in terms of both time and
money.
FRAMECAD has revolutionized this
process by enabling the different
members of the design chain to easily
collaborate and make changes through
fully integrated software.
Changes from authorities, the developer,
or architect don’t force engineers to
fully reconfigure the engineered designs.
Instead, any engineer can step in and
integrate changes without having to
start from scratch – saving engineering
time and reducing the costs that come
along with using qualified engineering
A unique and significant advantage of the FRAMECAD
System is its integration with industry standard BIM
platforms (including Revit, Tekla).
FRAMECAD Structure integrates with And to complete the engineering
BIM software. In addition, FRAMECAD process, FRAMECAD Structure is
software automates the process of available with design codes for most
producing a bill of materials (BOM), global jurisdictions. This ensures that
indicating the precise quantities of buildings are designed and constructed
materials that will be required for in compliance with local code for each
construction. This element of the region, speeding up the compliance
program allows for better pricing process.
estimates, minimized waste, and
significant cost savings.

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 MANUFACTURING:
Integrated software speeds Additionally, the flexibility provided by the FRAMECAD system

up the process
Getting the manufacturing stage right
can be challenging in a traditional build
– BOMs may not be entirely accurate,
wastage is common, and, depending
on materials, production can be slow.
With FRAMECAD’s CFS process, the
manufacturing stage is fully integrated
with the design and engineering process,
eliminating errors and speeding up
production.
is particularly useful for builds of different sizes. For projects
on a small site, frames and trusses can be produced off-site and
brought in. For those looking to decrease the cost of transport
During the CFS process, CFS machinery
(both financial and environmental) or ensure the quickest possible
and software work together to ensure that
build, frames and trusses can be produced directly on-site by local,
only what is needed is manufactured – the
design files ‘talk’ to the machinery and unskilled labor and used for construction immediately.
tell it what is needed. This truly efficient
process is achieved though integrated
software and hardware.

The FRAMECAD manufacturing system simplifies the design and build

process. Our integrated machinery and accompanying software is
developed under the same roof, which ensures that everything is
compatible and you are able to access support for the entire process
from one company – reducing wasted time and resources.

Find out more about

Following the development of design
and shop drawings in FRAMECAD
Structure and Detailer, these get sent to
FRAMECAD Factory 2, the software that
operates the FRAMECAD manufacturing
system. Manufacture can begin
immediately, and the system produces
precisely what is needed.
However, as with all FRAMECAD products,
the ability to change aspects of the
project easily without delaying the project
is still an important feature.
FRAMECAD’s unique solution
FRAMECAD Factory 2 possesses production
order capability and basic drawing for rapid deployment, on-site
functionality – so if an extra component
is needed, it can usually be done without construction solution – the
requiring the involvement of other systems.
Project owners and builders are used to FRAMECAD Mobile Factory
having to plan for everything that could
possibly be needed, and often face frequent
delays from changes or unexpected issues;
with integrated software and machinery,
they see significant savings in both time Find out more
and cost.

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 PRODUCTION:
Real-time data allows you to
make real-time business decisions

FRAMECAD software doesn’t stop at the factory floor. In addition to the

streamlined system of design and manufacturing programs that drive the
construction process, FRAMECAD also integrates all its software with an online
analytics and customer support portal – MyFRAMECAD, which enables scalable
business automation.

MyFRAMECAD is a unique customer portal, connecting you to

the FRAMECAD support team and giving you a clear overview
of all your projects and of the manufacturing system
production in real time.

It features a variety of useful tools
including an overview of production
efficiency, active software licences
and renewal dates, customer support
capabilities, production calendars with
reporting on production performance,
interactive design tools and more.
Integrated with the entire FRAMECAD
system, it provides you with real-
time data at any point throughout the
manufacturing process.
you to order what you need, before you
need it. MyFRAMECAD helps prevent
delays and provides an easy channel
to get the support you need to fix any
unavoidable issues as they emerge.
With real-time data and comprehensive
tools at your disposal, everyone from
project owner to builder is able to make
fully informed decisions in real time.

MyFRAMECAD helps you keep an eye on

the level of your materials and enables

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 CONSTRUCTION:
Simple construction reduces the
need for skilled labor, simplifies
logistics and virtually eliminates
material wastage
When it comes to construction, design-led CFS construction has several benefits over
traditional construction methods.
Reduced skilled labor costs
On a traditional building site, the
builder is the key decision maker and
success relies largely on his/her skill.
With a design-led construction process,
decision-making is no longer the main
responsibility of on-site laborers –
instead, most of the building parameters
and factors affecting the construction
process are taken into account during
the design process. Little decision-
making regarding design is needed by
those on-site.
This means that local labor can be used
without the need for extensive training.
Since CFS is designed to be used in all
kinds of locations across the world, this
can provide incredible opportunities for
developers and locals alike.
Additionally, the number of people
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required for a design-led CFS build is
reduced from that of a traditional timber
or block build. CFS is intrinsically light,
without compromising on strength. A
frame built from traditional materials
may require multiple workers and lifting
equipment to carry and erect. When
crafted from CFS it can typically be
handled by just one or two workers.
And, with the FRAMECAD manufacturing
system, each component is uniquely
labelled, meaning workers on-site
can easily put together framework at
an unprecedented speed – with basic
training.
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Improved logistics and lower costs
When it comes to construction, size
matters. With traditional methods,
the more material you need, the more
storage space you typically require. And
you need to factor in complex logistics
to get all the components to site at the
right time. All of this has a direct effect
on the budget and impacts your bottom
line. With CFS construction, storage
requirements are virtually eliminated and
logistics can be significantly reduced.
Minimised material costs and wastage
With traditional building projects,
wastage is considered to be a normal
part of the process – with many project
owners factoring in up to 20% of
the cost of materials as wastage in
project tenders. For every 5 buildings
constructed that equates to 1 building
wasted!
With design-led CFS construction, the
amount of framing and the materials
BOM is created with a high degree of
accuracy for the project. The integrated
CFS frames and other materials can be
assembled either on or off-site, allowing
more accurate planning for ‘just in time’
production. Even if there’s not space on-
site for production, the speed at which
frames can be produced ensures that large
storage spaces aren’t needed for a long
time, meaning efficiency of space and
reduced warehousing costs.
And because CFS frames are light,
requirements for on-site cranes are
minimized or eliminated.
FRAMECAD System determines how to
produce all the materials needed with
the lowest possible amount of waste
(usually less than 1% of materials),
communicating that information
throughout the process, from design to
manufacture.
And, any waste that is created is steel.
Steel is recyclable and in high demand –
and is a far more environmentally friendly
alternative to the site wastage created
by traditional methods. Specialists will
even pay to take steel away to recycle and
reuse it for other purposes.
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 Finding skilled construction labor can you to bring on local labor and train them
be challenging and time-consuming, quickly using basic tools. FRAMECAD will
TRAINING AND SUPPORT: especially in more remote areas. With provide on-site training and your labor

FRAMECAD provides support the FRAMECAD system, the design-

led process removes the skill from the
force will quickly become competent at the
erection of CFS buildings with no need for
at every step of the process erection phase of construction, enabling further training.

With any construction method training and support is vital. However,

unlike traditional construction processes, CFS construction doesn’t require
a uniquely, highly skilled labor force. With the FRAMECAD System, training Through the MyFRAMECAD customer portal, support is accessible
and support is provided at every step in the design, manufacture and
at any time. Every member of your team can improve their
erection process to allow you to utilise the skills of your existing designers,
manufacturers and laborers.
knowledge and have queries answered quickly by experts in the
system. Our worldwide team prides themselves on the level of
customer service and support that enables the design-led CFS
construction process to run smoothly and on time.
For those already familiar with AutoCAD or other CAD-based
programmes, FRAMECAD design and engineering software is
simple to understand and use.

Any stakeholder in the process Following the initial training, FRAMECAD

can easily understand and use the provides ongoing support. Your design
FRAMECAD system. team will be guided through further
learning opportunities as they get to
FRAMECAD provide a combination of: know the software. Additional basic,
• seminars, intermediate and advanced training
• on-site training, academies are also available for your
• online training. design teams.

Creating optimal engineering outcomes through efficient use of

design will become second nature very quickly.

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Benefits of the FRAMECAD
CFS System at a glance:
Speed
One of the biggest advantages
of design-led CFS construction
is the way in which it can
significantly speed up the
construction process.
• FRAMECAD Structure can typically
reduce engineering costs by up to 80%
per ton and save up to 30% on design,
engineering, and resource costs
• The compliance process is sped up due
to FRAMECAD Structure taking into
consideration local design standards
• Resource consent issues don’t hold
up the process – any changes can be
integrated without having to start
from scratch, saving engineering
time and reducing the costs of using
qualified engineering resource
• By following pre-determined shop
drawings and guiding markings on
frames and other materials, erection
on-site is sped up considerably.
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Make the best use
of people
Taking a design-led approach to
construction revolutionizes your
approach to human resources,
changing the roles and tasks
that specific people undertake
dramatically.
• Designers can be easily trained and
are fully supported by FRAMECAD to
use the design process and software
• Highly specialized engineers aren’t
needed for significant portions of
the process, cutting down on costly
consultant resource
• As the decision-making is moved to
the design stage, the design process
is less reliant on having many highly
skilled builders on-site
• Local, unskilled labor can be used
to better effect – local labor forces
can be easily trained to use the
FRAMECAD System and to erect
framing on-site, creating local job
opportunities and reducing human
resource costs.
Compliance
made easy
With CFS construction,
compliance is no longer such
an immense pain point – CFS
systems like FRAMECAD make
the compliance process easy.
• All commonly followed building codes
are included instead of prebuilt into
FRAMECAD Structure, with the ability
to add other codes as necessary
• Ensuring your project is designed to
standard simply means choosing the
correct code from a dropdown menu
and making sure you look out for any
flagged issues
• Engineers only need to be brought in
after the team is confident that the
project is up to standard
• Engineering plans are unlikely to be
rejected, but changes can be made
easily and quickly if needed, avoiding
costly project delays.
Material wastage
reduced
Reducing waste has both
financial and environmental
implications and CFS
construction is extremely
effective in doing so.
• Waste can make up 20% of material
on a traditional construction project –
the equivalent of wasting one building
out of every five constructed
• With the FRAMECAD system, waste
is reduced to less than 1% of the
materials used, reducing costs and the
environmental impact
• Construction uses only what is needed
– every part is used, and every frame
is designed in the most efficient way
possible
• Because the unused materials
are steel, wastage can be sold to
specialists to be melted down and
used elsewhere.
ROI maximised
In all aspects of construction,
maximizing ROI is key. With
CFS construction, time, human,
and material resources are
all reduced, improving ROI
significantly.
• Engineering time and costs reduce,
while still ensuring a quality output,
thanks to FRAMECAD Software’s
capabilities
• Human resources are used more
efficiently, including the utilization of
unskilled, local labour
• Every aspect is planned in advance,
resulting in the manufacture of only
what’s needed and reduced wastage
costs
• Changes are integrated quickly at low
cost, ensuring projects remain on time
and under budget
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CHAPTER 3

About FRAMECAD’s
CFS Software.
The true advantage of the FRAMECAD
System is speed and cost savings that can be
gained through the intelligent integration
of innovative software at every step of the
CFS design, engineering and manufacturing
process.

In this section we describe the key features

and benefits of the software platforms that
underpin each stage.

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FRAMECAD Structure
FRAMECAD Structure is a powerful Computer-Aided Engineering
(C.A.E) package that speeds up your design and saves you money.
It does this by automating real-time engineering calculations which
otherwise would have to be done manually.
The FRAMECAD System is the world’s most certified CFS system.
So what makes FRAMECAD Structure so extraordinary?
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Fast
Typically doing over 25,000 calculations per square
meter of roof and walls in seconds; a task which
would take days, or potentially weeks, if done
manually
Accurate
Producing accurate calculations automatically,
eliminating errors that may occur during manual
calculations
Reduces engineering costs
Providing real-time engineering as the building is
designed; this reduces the engineering input and means
that external engineering costs are greatly reduced
Straightforward
Doing a lot of the hard work for you; non-engineering
designers can do more of the design work
Reduces material costs
Using material as efficiently as possible and reducing
wastage. The material savings from using FRAMECAD
Structure can be as much as 30% on roof truss designs
by optimizing, and value engineering
Compliant
Making real-time engineering calculations as the
designs are created, analysing loads, deflections and
other forces, and making it an easy process to check
for compliant engineering.
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FRAMECAD Detailer
When it comes to the detailing process, FRAMECAD Detailer is a
game-changing software package. Designed with ease of use in
mind, speed doesn’t need to be abandoned in pursuit of quality
and affordability any longer. The software is the link from design to
automated production.
So what makes FRAMECAD Detailer so useful?
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Optimizes your design &
prepares them for manufacture
Enabling users to review the engineered design files
in order to improve manufacturing details and on-
site constructability. Producing a manufacturing file
that can be read by the CFS machine’s system. Once
a file has gone through FRAMECAD Detailer, it is
ready for manufacture
Helps you visualise
The 3D view means the framing can be shown in a
virtual walk-through format to help customers visualize
the design and allow designers to check for design
errors, thus eliminating on-site correction time
Improves the construction process
The software covers the detailing of the component
parts, as well as the generation of workshop drawings.
With these drawings brought up on a screen or printed
out, the production team can carry out the initial phase
of fabrication and construction with ease
Enables the use of unskilled labor
By ensuring that what is produced is easy to put together,
local unskilled labour can be trained up quickly to support
you on-site and ensure you deliver projects quickly
Eliminates on-site correction time
The framing can be shown in a virtual walk-through
format to help customers visualise the design and
eliminate design errors prior to erection.
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 It integrates perfectly
Designed to partner precisely with FRAMECAD
manufacturing equipment, a file will pass through
FRAMECAD Structure, then FRAMECAD Detailer,
then feed into FRAMECAD Factory 2 either via a
wireless connection, mobile data or through USB

Responsible for production

It enables users to automatically transfer design
information from architectural detail into framing
layout, then on to production

Easy to use
Designed with ease of user ability in mind, simply enter
the dimensions and type of frame you require and
FRAMECAD Detailer will convert the information into
detailed framing production

Production ordering
Enables simple production order changes. Provides
valuable machine operation data and diagnostic
information accessible on MyFRAMECAD

FRAMECAD Factory 2
Enables quick testing
FRAMECAD Factory 2 is where plans become reality. This production
software is an integral part of the FRAMECAD System, taking the plans Allowing you to quickly produce additional pieces
from FRAMECAD Structure and FRAMECAD Detailer and pushing them for testing.
into production.

So why is it such an integral part of the process?

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 It stays up to date
By communicating directly with FRAMECAD Factory
2 on the machine, MyFRAMECAD keeps running
information regarding productivity, job status,
scheduling, tool count, and machine maintenance

Keeps you prepared and equipped

You can use MyFRAMECAD to ensure that your project is
well-stocked with material requirements and be aware of
any shortages or issues in advance, enabling you to solve
problems before they come up and keep the project on track

Acts as a secure internal system

Any information on MyFRAMECAD can be sent through to
FRAMECAD if necessary for project or equipment diagnostics
support, but otherwise the information is secure for the
company in question

Helps FRAMECAD provide better service

If any issues arise, both your support staff and the team at
FRAMECAD can extract manufacturing equipment information
from MyFRAMECAD to provide real-time service

Stays connected
Unless you’re in an extremely remote location with no
Wi-Fi, on mobile data you can access MyFRAMECAD (and it
can access your machine)
MyFRAMECAD
Gives you the support you need
Having your finger on the pulse of how your business is operating
Staff on-site can find what they need quickly and easily and
is made infinitely easier through use of the MyFRAMECAD customer
know exactly where to go for support
portal, with training and support available anytime, anywhere.

So what are the highlights of MyFRAMECAD? Gives you peace of mind

Providing you with the certainty that comes with knowing your
project has exactly what it needs to finish on time and within
budget; not to mention the peace of mind that comes from
knowing you are fully supported should anything go wrong.

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Summary
We hope this guide has helped you understand the
benefits of CFS construction.

If you’re considering constructing your next project in CFS or

are interested in establishing a CFS business, we’d be happy
to offer you a consultation with one of our CFS experts.

Leading the building industry

by leading with design

Balancing the creation of high quality, safe buildings within budget and on time
with the high costs that come from the engineering process can be challenging,
particularly when changes need to be made to comply with local codes or specific
project requirements.

Hiring engineering consultants is expensive, and the uncertainty around knowing

when engineering approvals will come through can make it difficult to get the
right skilled labor at the right time to deliver a project on time.

Design-led construction enables you to smooth-over the process, making changes

quickly and easily without the need for additional engineering time, and helping
you ensure your project complies with local code along the way.

With intuitive software and real collaboration between the design, engineering,
and construction processes, FRAMECAD’s design-led CFS construction process
enables you to efficiently deliver projects. The challenge of finding skilled labor
is reduced, with local labor able to learn how the FRAMECAD System works
easily and quickly, significantly reducing manpower costs and benefiting the
communities in which you work.

And because the design, engineering and manufacturing software is so accurate,

wastage is reduced – a positive result not just for your budget, but for the Share with a colleague
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environment as well.

Please note that the information provided in this guide is of a general nature and should
FRAMECAD’s design-led CFS construction process is not just faster than
not be construed, or relied on as suitable for your specific situation.
traditional methods, it also offers a better ROI due to the efficient use of people © 2017 FRAMECAD Ltd.
and material resources through the innovative use of technology.
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With FRAMECAD as your partner, you can truly lead by design.

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