INNOVATION LAB

Research & Development

Advancing steel detailing technology through continuous innovation in SDS2, Tekla, and automated material takeoff systems

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SDS2 & TEKLA ANALYSIS

Comprehensive software evaluation and optimization for superior steel detailing

SDS/2

Deep analysis of modeling capabilities, connection design automation, and shop drawing generation

API Integration Custom Macros Automation

Tekla Structures

Advanced BIM capabilities, multi-material coordination, and cloud-based collaboration analysis

Open API Grasshopper BIM Integration

SDS2 OPTIMIZATION

Connection Design Automation

Our R&D team has developed custom macros for SDS2 that automate complex connection designs, reducing modeling time by 35% while maintaining full AISC compliance.

Automated moment connections
Parametric base plates
Custom bolt patterns

TEKLA DEVELOPMENT

BIM Workflow Enhancement

Through extensive Tekla API analysis, we've created plugins that streamline the transfer of structural models to fabrication, ensuring data integrity throughout the process.

Automated clash detection
IFC optimization
Fabrication data export

INNOVATION SPOTLIGHT

Advanced Material Takeoff Development

Revolutionizing quantity surveying through automated extraction and analysis

Automated Quantity Extraction

Developed algorithms that automatically extract and categorize material quantities from 3D models with 98% accuracy, eliminating manual takeoff errors.

Waste Optimization Algorithms

Machine learning models that analyze cutting patterns and optimize material usage, reducing waste by up to 15% on complex projects.

Automated BOM Generation

Smart BOM generation that adapts to fabricator requirements, automatically formatting output to match specific shop standards and procurement systems.

Material Takeoff Automation Metrics

98%

Accuracy

75%

Time Saved

15%

Waste Reduction

Steel Detailing Process Innovation

Continuous improvement in detailing workflows and quality assurance

WORKFLOW

Automated QA/QC Protocols

Developed automated checking routines that validate drawings against AISC standards, flagging potential issues before they reach fabrication.

95% error reduction
Real-time validation
Standard compliance

COLLABORATION

Cloud-Based Review Platform

Custom platform for real-time collaboration between detailers, engineers, and fabricators, reducing RFI response time by 60%.

Instant markups
Version control
Mobile access

DATA

Standardized Data Exchange

Developed standardized data formats for seamless transfer between SDS2, Tekla, and fabricator ERP systems.

CNC integration
ERP compatibility
Automated BOM sync

R&D Technology Stack

Tools and technologies powering our innovation

Python

API Development

C#

Tekla API

Machine Learning

Pattern Recognition

Cloud Computing

AWS/Azure

Data Analytics

Optimization

SQL/NoSQL

Data Management

OUR TEAM

Dedicated R&D Professionals

A team of software engineers, structural engineers, and detailing experts working together to push the boundaries of what's possible in steel detailing.

Structural Engineers

4 Specialists

Software Developers

3 Engineers

Senior Detailers

5 Experts

Data Scientists

2 Analysts

Current Research Projects

AI-based connection optimization
Automated shop detailing
Automated steel Material takeoff based on pdf
Blockchain for drawing verification

Company Address

Flexi Steel Structures
1st Floor, 51, Nalvar Layout,
Saravanampatti, Coimbatore, Tamilnadu,
India 641035

Contact Us

Email: sales@flexisteelstructures.com
Phone: +971 523504542