Steel Detailing
SDS2 2026 is designed to help you work faster and with greater design flexibility than ever before. This release introduces new features, enhanced automation, and more control over your detailing and design workflows supporting smarter work and opening the door to new project opportunities.
Avoid conflicts and accelerate project timelines
From design to fabrication, SDS2 connects with your existing software and machines, streamlining workflows, boosting efficiency, and ensuring precision at every stage:
SDS2 Basic
2D drafting and code-compliant drawings without 3D modeling
SDS2 Drafting
For detailers focused on precision 2D drafting and code-compliant drawings without 3D modeling.
SDS2 Modeling
For teams focused on BIM modeling and connection design without drafting deliverables
SDS2 Ultimate
For detailers needing the all-in-one solution for advanced steel detailing and fabrication-ready drawings.
Do more with SDS2 2026
From design through to fabrication, SDS2 integrates with your existing software and machinery to streamline workflows, improve efficiency, and maintain accuracy at every stage.
With support for BIM integration, CNC machines, and ERP systems, SDS2 delivers a connected, end-to-end environment powered by advanced automation and reliable connectivity.
Steel Detailers, Fabricators and Engineers Use SDS2 to Deliver Projects Faster, Reduce Risk and Maximize ROI
SDS2 Basic
- Simplified 2D and 3D review and markup for seamless collaboration.
- Efficient project coordination with real-time model updates and status tracking.
- Perfect for stakeholders focused on model review and validation without requiring full modeling capabilities
SDS2 Drafting
- Advanced Drafting Tools: Generate accurate shop and field drawings with ease.
- Automated Drawing Creation: Speed up drawing generation for faster project turnaround.
- Tailored for Drafting Teams: Ideal for teams focused solely on drafting and drawing creation.
SDS2 Modeling
- Fully Connected Models: Automate connection design for more accurate, constructible models.
- Improved Pre-Construction Planning: Optimize planning and estimating with BIM integration and estimodeling features.
- Streamlined Collaboration: Work seamlessly across teams for faster, more efficient project execution.
SDS2 Ultimate
- Automated Connection Design: Reduce manual work with automated, code-compliant connection calculations.
- 3D Modeling: Visualize and coordinate your projects with comprehensive, real-time 3D models.
- Fabrication-Ready Drawings: Generate accurate shop and field drawings with ease.
- BIM Integration: Seamlessly integrate with BIM platforms for enhanced collaboration.
- CNC Integration: Streamline production with automated CNC data for fabrication.
Industries
Structural Steel Fabricators
Steel Detailers
EPCs with steel divisions
Mining Infrastructure
Warehousing & Industrial building contractors
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