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# Metalworking

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## [![](https://blog.isdgroup.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Blog%20mei%202025%20Tumbnail.png?width=520&height=293&name=Blog%20mei%202025%20Tumbnail.png) Roof and wall cladding, Sheet metal processing, Facade engineering, Facade cladding, Metalworking Digital Design Package HiCAD Prevents Disappointments During Execution In Leeuwarden, the new construction of Goedhart Bakery Kitchen was recently completed. The building, mostly closed in design, stands out thanks to its strikingly shaped curtain wall, which adds variation to the overall architecture. Façade builder Slump-Fictorie fully engineered the curtain wall.. read more](https://blog.isdgroup.com/en/digital-design-package-hicad-prevents-disappointments-during-execution)

## [![The Benefits of Industry-Specific CAD Extensions for Manufacturing](https://blog.isdgroup.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Naamloos-1-1.jpg?width=520&height=293&name=Naamloos-1-1.jpg) CAD-Software HiCAD, Blog, Steel engineering, Sheet metal processing, Facade engineering, Special Machine Construction, Metalworking, Trends and Innovation The Benefits of Industry-Specific CAD Extensions for Manufacturing In the manufacturing industry, efficiency is key. Any delay, error, or extra step can lead to higher costs and/or longer lead times. Yet, many companies still use CAD software without industry-specific extensions. While these programs are versatile, they often fall short of meeting the specific.. read more](https://blog.isdgroup.com/en/the-benefits-of-industry-specific-cad-extensions-for-manufacturing)

## [![Staircase and balustrade configurator](https://blog.isdgroup.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Treppenkonfigurator.png?width=520&height=293&name=Treppenkonfigurator.png) CAD-Software HiCAD, Blog, Steel engineering, Metalworking Staircase and balustrade configurator | HiCAD Do you want to configure your exclusive staircase or banister quickly and precisely and are looking for a time-saving solution to make your daily work easier? read more](https://blog.isdgroup.com/en/staircase-and-balustrade-configurator)

## [![4 tips voor procesoptimalisatie in de metaalbewerking](https://blog.isdgroup.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Blog%205%20-%20procesoptimalisatie%20Metaalbewerking.png?width=520&height=293&name=Blog%205%20-%20procesoptimalisatie%20Metaalbewerking.png) Blog, Metalworking 4 tips for process optimisation in the metal engineering The right bending, avoiding waste. These are both examples of aspects that can often be improved in metal engineering. Unlike other industries, metalworkers often do not have the option of outsourcing. So what you get must be good. These are 4 tips for process optimisation in the metal engineering.. read more](https://blog.isdgroup.com/en/4-tips-for-process-optimisation-in-the-metal-engineering)

## [![](https://blog.isdgroup.com/hs-fs/hubfs/DSC02578.jpg?width=520&height=293&name=DSC02578.jpg) CAD-Software HiCAD, Metalworking Steel plate processor makes digital turnaround For decades, Joop van Zanten Staalservice has been a total supplier in the processing and treatment of steel sheets. The company from Veenendaal is in the process of a digital revolution and is investing heavily in the digitisation and automation of (business) processes. HiCAD from ISD Group is an.. read more](https://blog.isdgroup.com/en/steel-plate-processor-makes-digital-turnaround)

## [![](https://blog.isdgroup.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Blog%203%20-%20ISD.jpeg?width=520&height=293&name=Blog%203%20-%20ISD.jpeg) CAD-Software HiCAD, Metalworking High time pressure in metalworking: work more efficiently with these CAD software features Time pressure is very clearly a thing of the present day. Also - or perhaps especially - in the construction industry. With all the government's construction plans, the pressure of time will not diminish. CAD software can help with stress management. What are the main causes of time pressure and.. read more](https://blog.isdgroup.com/en/high-time-pressure-in-metalworking-work-more-efficiently-with-these-cad-software-features)

## [![](https://blog.isdgroup.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Steel%20engineering%20campaign/%C2%A9Josef%20Meyer%20Academy_Lernender%20mit%20HiCAD%203D%20CAD.jpeg?width=520&height=293&name=%C2%A9Josef%20Meyer%20Academy_Lernender%20mit%20HiCAD%203D%20CAD.jpeg) CAD-Software HiCAD, Steel engineering, Facade engineering, Metalworking Fit for the future with HiCAD: Trainees learn designing in 3D » Early practice is the key to becoming a master «, says Wilhelm Tell in Schiller‘s drama of the same name. “They should learn everything. Whoever wants to do well in life must be equipped for protection and defence.” This refers to the young sons of the Swiss national hero, who play with a small.. read more](https://blog.isdgroup.com/en/fit-for-the-future-with-hicad-trainees-learn-designing-in-3d)

## [![](https://blog.isdgroup.com/hs-fs/hubfs/2021-10-26%2010_00_40-Joop%20van%20Zanten%20automatiseert%20productieproces%20met%20CAD%20software.png?width=520&height=293&name=2021-10-26%2010_00_40-Joop%20van%20Zanten%20automatiseert%20productieproces%20met%20CAD%20software.png) CAD-Software HiCAD, Metalworking Joop van Zanten automates production process with CAD software from ISD Group Proud! We are proud to show how we have been part of optimising and automating the production (engineering) process at Joop van Zanten. read more](https://blog.isdgroup.com/en/joop-van-zanten-automates-production-process-with-cad-software-from-isd-group)

## [![](https://blog.isdgroup.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Metalworking%20campaign%20-%20Feature%20images%20blogs/5.jpg?width=520&height=293&name=5.jpg) CAD-Software HiCAD, Metalworking, Design Tips and Everyday Questions The 5 great advantages of HiCAD for metalworking Do you still work with several drawing programmes to be able to load the right files into the software of your machining centres? HiCAD includes relevant functionalities for metalworkers, which save you the trouble of constantly switching between programs. Both 2D and 3D models are easily generated.. read more](https://blog.isdgroup.com/en/the-5-great-advantages-of-hicad-for-metalworking)

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