In the world of steel detailing and drafting, choosing the right software can mean the difference between seamless project execution and costly delays. While SolidWorks is a well-known 3D CAD software for mechanical and product design, it is not optimized for steel detailing and structural workflows. Tekla Structures, on the other hand, is purpose-built for structural engineering, making it the superior choice for steel detailing, BIM modelling, and fabrication-ready deliverables.
If you’re in the construction or fabrication industry, here’s why Tekla should be your go-to software instead of SolidWorks—and how SoftStudios can help you maximize its potential.
🔹 Tekla Structures: Specifically developed for steel detailing, fabrication, and BIM modelling, Tekla includes tools for automated shop drawings, material takeoffs, and steel connections—crucial for steel fabrication and construction.
🔹 SolidWorks: Primarily used for mechanical and product design, SolidWorks lacks structural detailing tools and does not integrate well with BIM workflows. While it can model steel components, it is not optimized for large-scale steel structures.
✅ Winner: Tekla – Purpose-built for steel detailing, making it more efficient for structural projects.
🔹 Tekla Structures: Tekla automates shop drawing generation, including:
✔ Fabrication-ready drawings for beams, columns, and assemblies.
✔ Automated steel connection detailing (bolts, welds, and plates).
✔ Material reports and CNC outputs for seamless manufacturing.
🔹 SolidWorks: While SolidWorks can create 2D drawings, it does not provide automated steel detailing tools, making the process manual and time-consuming.
✅ Winner: Tekla – It eliminates human errors and speeds up shop drawing creation.
🔹 Tekla Structures: Built for Building Information Modelling (BIM), Tekla allows users to:
✔ Work with intelligent 3D models that update automatically.
✔ Detect and resolve clashes before fabrication.
✔ Integrate smoothly with IFC, Revit, AutoCAD, and CNC fabrication tools.
🔹 SolidWorks: Since it is not a BIM software, it requires manual conversions to work with other BIM platforms, which can lead to data loss and inefficiencies.
✅ Winner: Tekla – Its BIM-first approach ensures smoother collaboration and fewer design errors.
🔹 Tekla Structures: Tekla is designed for large-scale projects like:
✔ Bridges, stadiums, and industrial buildings
✔ High-rise steel structures
✔ Prefabricated and modular construction
🔹 SolidWorks: While SolidWorks excels in small metal fabrication and product design, it struggles with large structural models and can become slow or unstable.
✅ Winner: Tekla – It’s built for high-performance steel detailing.
🔹 Tekla Structures: Tekla directly exports fabrication-ready data, including:
✔ CNC files for automated manufacturing
✔ Material lists & cut lists
✔ Steel erection plans & assembly drawings
🔹 SolidWorks: Does not provide direct CNC output for structural steel, requiring additional processing steps.
✅ Winner: Tekla – Reduces errors and speeds up fabrication.
At SoftStudios, we specialize in Tekla-based steel detailing, drafting, and BIM modelling to help you streamline your workflow, reduce errors, and optimize project execution.
✔ Expert Tekla Modelling & Drafting – We create precise 3D Tekla models with detailed steel connections.
✔ High-Quality Shop Drawings – Fabrication-ready drawings for beams, columns, staircases, and more.
✔ BIM Collaboration & Clash Detection – Ensuring your project is error-free before fabrication begins.
✔ Customized Solutions to Fit Your Budget – We adapt to your project needs, offering cost-effective solutions.
Tekla Structures is the ultimate solution for steel detailing and drafting, while SolidWorks is best suited for mechanical design. With Tekla, you get:
✅ Automated shop drawings & steel connections
✅ Seamless BIM integration & clash detection
✅ Fabrication-ready deliverables for CNC manufacturing
✅ The ability to handle large, complex steel structures
If you're looking to maximize Tekla’s potential, SoftStudios is here to help! Let us handle your steel detailing needs with precision, efficiency, and cost-effectiveness.
📩 Let’s discuss your next project! Contact us today.
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