Summary
¦ Software packages are increasing production capacity.
¦ Curved staircases are made easy with 3D design software.
¦ Improved accuracy reduces waste.
The design and creation of engineered timber building systems requires a high level of precision to ensure that all parts are manufactured according to very accurate design plans, created as such to help minimise material waste while delivering a solution that fits together perfectly. Software designed for this very purpose can be especially useful in terms of creating a bespoke timber building solution, whilst making design and manufacturing processes as simple as possible.
Historically, timber finishes incorporated into homes, such as elaborate staircases and second fix joinery components, would have been manufactured by hand. As projects become bigger and the demand for low cost housing increases, manufacturers are looking at the ways in which technological advances can help to reduce the time spent during the design and production process.
By incorporating a software package created specifically to meet these needs, manufacturers are able to increase their production load to allow for the development of large engineered timber structures in addition to smaller scale, yet intricately designed, interior finishes.
Meeting precise needs
Using a timber frame software package, for example, professionals can enter very specific measurement data to create a system that will meet the precise needs of the installation site. Designed to allow for the simple creation of a timber solution, software of this nature can simply design and, if linked to CNC machinery, can also cut all of the components required to build the framework of the house.
Providing a swift visual interpretation of the finished product, framing software will create a 3D image on screen, allowing the manufacturer to carefully view the model, tweaking the design if necessary, before proceeding with the production process. From the design created, the software can, depending on the desired manufacturing process, cut all parts automatically via CNC-linked machinery or, if required, can create a cutting list for each individual component, allowing the manufacturer to process the parts manually at a later date.
Interior components
Alternative software packages are also available to help make the production of interior components easier too. Curved, twisting staircases can be particularly difficult to design, let alone manufacture. Using a software tool developed for this purpose, manufacturers can quickly create a stair run that meets the specific requirements of the building in question. Again, if connected to CNC machinery, a solid piece of timber can be placed in the machine and worked into the parts required for the final product.
Incorporating software design systems of this nature, manufacturers can be sure that products are designed and produced accurately as there is no margin for error. By simply entering the relevant data required, plans can be created almost instantly, significantly reducing the time required during the designing stages alone. As a result, manufacturers can be sure that the software will deliver a precise product that will help reduce material waste during production due to the complete accuracy achieved by using a specialist product of this nature.
