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Steel detailing and fabrication documentation
- Fabrication-ready steel models
- Detailed fabrication, assembly and part drawings
- Material and cut lists
- NC/DSTV and plate DXF production outputs
- Quality control, documentation and NDT coordination
WHO WE WORK WITH
Fabnera takes on detailing and technical documentation for steel fabricators. We turn architectural and engineering projects into fabrication-ready steel models and detailed fabrication drawings, and prepare production outputs such as assembly drawings, part drawings, material and cut lists, NC/DSTV and plate DXF files. Where the project requires it, we also support coordination of quality control, documentation and NDT processes.
Independently of steel construction, Fabnera also provides SolidWorks-based mechanical design and manufacturing drawing services. We prepare 3D modelling and production-ready technical documentation for CNC parts, machine components, welded constructions, sheet-metal parts, moulds and special manufacturing equipment.
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DELIVERY PROMISE
We do not only produce “nice drawings”. Every package is prepared so the shop knows what to produce and the site knows what to erect. Files are delivered with clear naming and revision status.
Part sizes, holes, welds, marks and materials organised for shop production.
Assembly sequence, connections and site drawings prepared for the erection team.
GA, shop, assembly, BOM, NC/DXF — separated, traceable and on current revision.
We take engineer-approved information, model it in Tekla and turn it into documentation ready for the fabricator and the site.
— INPUT
— FABNERA
— OUTPUT
WHAT WE DELIVER
From model to technical drawing, from cut data to CNC production files — we prepare the documentation manufacturing needs.
TEKLA STRUCTURES
We detail approved engineering and architectural project data in Tekla Structures and prepare the production documentation required for the shop and erection.
| Work item | Software | Deliverable |
|---|---|---|
| 3D steel modelling | Tekla Structures | Fabrication Model |
| GA drawings | Tekla Structures | PDF / DWG |
| Assembly drawings | Tekla Structures | PDF / DWG |
| Single-part drawings | Tekla Structures | PDF / DWG |
| Erection drawings | Tekla Structures | PDF / DWG |
| Material lists | Tekla Structures | BOM / Reports |
| Profile production data | Tekla Structures | NC1 / DSTV |
| Plate production files | Tekla Structures | DXF |
| Bolt / connection lists | Tekla Structures | Reports |
| Revision documentation | Tekla Structures | Controlled Drawing Package |
INPUT
PDF · DWG · IFC · Design model · Calculated project · Project specification
OUTPUT
Model · GA · Assembly · Single Part · BOM · NC1 · DSTV · DXF
SOLIDWORKS
We prepare SolidWorks-based 3D modelling and production documentation for machine parts, custom components, weldments and mechanical parts to be manufactured.
| Work item | Software | Deliverable |
|---|---|---|
| 3D part modelling | SolidWorks | SLDPRT / STEP |
| Assembly modelling | SolidWorks | SLDASM / STEP |
| Manufacturing drawing | SolidWorks | PDF / DWG |
| CNC part geometry | SolidWorks | STEP / Parasolid |
| Sheet metal modelling | SolidWorks | SLDPRT |
| Flat Pattern | SolidWorks | DXF |
| Weldments | SolidWorks Weldments | Model / Drawing |
| Assembly drawings | SolidWorks | PDF / DWG |
| Exploded view | SolidWorks | Drawing / PDF |
| Parts lists | SolidWorks | BOM |
| Revision-controlled drawings | SolidWorks | Controlled Drawing Package |
MASTERCAM
We prepare production-ready 3D part geometry for CNC machining and, on suitable projects, provide technical services for toolpaths, operation planning and CAM data — without implying Fabnera operates the machine unless arranged separately.
| Work item | Software | Deliverable |
|---|---|---|
| CAD model check | SolidWorks / Mastercam | Manufacturing Geometry |
| Machining geometry prep | Mastercam | CAM Ready Model |
| Setup planning | Mastercam | Setup Definition |
| Operation sequencing | Mastercam | Operation Plan |
| Toolpath preparation | Mastercam | Toolpath |
| 2.5D milling | Mastercam | CAM Operations |
| 3-axis milling | Mastercam | CAM Operations |
| Drilling operations | Mastercam | Drilling Operations |
| Pocket / slot operations | Mastercam | Milling Operations |
| CAM simulation | Mastercam | Simulation / Verification |
| Setup documentation | Mastercam | Setup Sheet |
| NC program output | Mastercam | Machine-Specific NC* |
* NC program output depends on the target machine, controller and validated post-processor. Machine-specific code must not be treated as universally interchangeable.
SOLIDWORKS SHEET METAL
We model sheet-metal parts for the production method and prepare manufacturing drawings and flat-pattern files usable for laser cutting, plasma cutting and press-brake bending.
| Work item | Software | Deliverable |
|---|---|---|
| Sheet part modelling | SolidWorks | 3D Model |
| Sheet Metal definition | SolidWorks | Sheet Metal Part |
| Bend definitions | SolidWorks | Bend Data |
| Flat Pattern | SolidWorks | Flat Pattern |
| Laser cut geometry | SolidWorks | DXF |
| Plasma cut geometry | SolidWorks | DXF |
| Manufacturing drawing | SolidWorks | PDF / DWG |
| Bend drawing | SolidWorks | PDF / DWG |
| Hole / slot geometry | SolidWorks | DXF / Drawing |
| Parts list | SolidWorks | BOM |
| Revision control | SolidWorks | Controlled Drawing Package |
PROJECT INTAKE
Before detailing begins, all project documentation, standards and fabrication requirements are reviewed and recorded. Missing information generates an RFI — not an assumption.
STAGE-GATE DELIVERY
QUALITY SYSTEM
Every fabrication package passes a structured checking sequence before final issue. Quality is built into procedure, not dependent solely on individual performance.
REVISION CONTROL
Every revision is tracked. Superseded documentation is clearly separated from current fabrication information.
QC CHECKLIST PREVIEW
RFI PROCESS
When engineering information is incomplete or conflicting, Fabnera raises a formal Request for Information rather than making undocumented assumptions.
Every RFI is logged, tracked and resolved before affected work proceeds. This protects the fabricator, the engineer and the project.
PILOT PROGRAMME
Evaluate Fabnera's detailing quality, communication and delivery process with a defined small package before committing to larger volumes. Same QC procedure. Reduced commercial risk.
NEXT STEP
Share your drawings and expectations. We define a clear Tekla package for fabrication and erection.