- creator: DBS
- version: 1.8
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description 🔗
Metal Fab 🔗
🔗 SketchUp steel structure plugin
This is a free download, but to use it, you need a license.
You can obtain 14-day trial access or purchase a license from the website (link available in the extension).
Create Precise Steel Constructions with Ease
Metal Fab is a powerful SketchUp extension designed for professionals working with steel construction. This tool simplifies the design process by providing advanced features for creating, editing, and managing steel profiles. Whether you’re designing pipelines, rectangular tubes, or custom profiles, Metal Fab offers you unparalleled flexibility and efficiency.
Key Features 🔗
1. Profile Library 🔗
- Build your own library of steel profiles for quick access.
- Add dimensions, materials, and unique identifiers for efficient organization.
- Search functionality for faster navigation through your profiles.
2. Drawing Tools 🔗
- Draw profiles with exact dimensions using simple input options.
- Snap to center or align profiles with precision.
- Customize placement positions and rotate profiles as needed.
3. Editing Capabilities 🔗
- Modify length, dimensions, or materials of multiple profiles simultaneously.
- Change existing profiles without losing key attributes like cuts or connections.
- Add custom profiles, including complex shapes, with ease.
4. Advanced Cut and Join Options 🔗
- Apply mitre cuts, profile cuts, and extrusions for seamless connections.
- Automate the cutting process across multiple profiles.
- Preview and adjust cuts for perfect alignment.
5. Material Integration 🔗
- Assign materials to profiles directly from SketchUp’s in-model library.
- Supports multi-material designs, grouping, and organization.
6. Bill of Materials (BOM) 🔗
- Generate detailed BOM reports with lengths, materials, and profile data.
- Nesting and cutting optimization helps calculate material usage and reduce waste.
- Export and organize your projects for manufacturing or client presentations.
7. Compatibility with OpenCutList 🔗
- Seamlessly integrate with OpenCutList for enhanced BOM creation and management.
- Access more advanced reporting and material breakdowns.
Future Enhancements 🔗
Metal Fab is continuously evolving with features like predefined libraries, import/export options, and advanced profile operations planned for future updates.
Whether you’re a steel construction expert or a SketchUp enthusiast looking for efficient tools, Metal Fab is built to elevate your workflow. Download now from the Extension Warehouse and unlock a new level of precision in your steel design projects!