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Van Belzen B.V. - fietsbrug haarlemmertrekvaart](https://blog.isdgroup.com/hs-fs/hubfs/thumbnail%20picture.jpg?width=520&height=293&name=thumbnail%20picture.jpg) CAD-Software HiCAD, Blog, Steel engineering, Sheet metal processing, Trends and Innovation From Point Cloud to Sheet Metal: HiCAD Modules Make Bicycle Bridge a Reality Complex designs call for smart solutions. Thanks to the industry-specific tools in HiCAD, J. van Belzen was able to flawlessly engineer a technically challenging bicycle bridge. A powerful example of how CAD software can be perfectly aligned with the unique demands of the steel construction.. read more](https://blog.isdgroup.com/en/from-point-cloud-to-sheet-metal-hicad-modules-make-bicycle-bridge-a-reality) ## [![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) ## [![More efficient engineering and visualisation with HiCAD](https://blog.isdgroup.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Railtechniek-blog-1.png?width=520&height=293&name=Railtechniek-blog-1.png) CAD-Software HiCAD, Blog, Steel engineering More efficient engineering and visualisation with HiCAD Railtechniek van Herwijnen has been using HiCAD for many years. The specialist in drawing and building conveyor track systems has even had a customisation function developed to enable even more efficient engineering. But the 3D software also helps them visualise the design much better for the.. read more](https://blog.isdgroup.com/en/more-efficient-engineering-and-visualisation-with-hicad) ## [![HiCAD: strong in profiles and sheet metal](https://blog.isdgroup.com/hs-fs/hubfs/ISD-blog-1.png?width=520&height=293&name=ISD-blog-1.png) CAD-Software HiCAD, Blog, Steel engineering HiCAD: strong in profiles and sheet metal Did you know that with HiCAD you can model profiles and sheet metal (typesetting) in one drawing and effortlessly control production? Ideal for including stair treads and/or kick edges in the drawing, for example. Very efficient and time-saving. But HiCAD also offers numerous other smart features.. read more](https://blog.isdgroup.com/en/hicad-strong-in-profiles-and-sheet-metal) ## [![CAD software with a twist increases productivity](https://blog.isdgroup.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Straatman-blog-1.png?width=520&height=293&name=Straatman-blog-1.png) CAD-Software HiCAD, Blog, Steel engineering CAD software with a twist increases productivity As a manufacturer of stairs, railings, fences, gates, canopies and privacy screens, no day is the same at Straatman | building smart connections. Indeed, no product is identical. That is why the Netherlands-based company has relied on HiCAD and HELiOS since 2013. Together with the supplier of the.. read more](https://blog.isdgroup.com/en/cad-software-with-a-twist-increases-productivity) ## [![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) ## [![Automation in steel construction. This is how Railtechniek van Herwijnen gets to production faster](https://blog.isdgroup.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Railtechniek%20Herwijnen%20-%20staalbouw%20-%20def.png?width=520&height=293&name=Railtechniek%20Herwijnen%20-%20staalbouw%20-%20def.png) CAD-Software HiCAD, Blog, Steel engineering Automation in steel construction. This is how Railtechniek van Herwijnen gets to production faster Sometimes just one stroke of automation results in huge savings. This is exactly the case at Railtechniek van Herwijnen. The Dutch company is active in steel construction, among others, and has had a customised function developed that saves five to 10 minutes of time each time. "Per project, we.. read more](https://blog.isdgroup.com/en/automation-in-steel-construction-this-is-how-railtechniek-van-herwijnen-gets-to-production-faster) ## [![tekenkamer Meyland](https://blog.isdgroup.com/hs-fs/hubfs/IMG_0295.jpg?width=520&height=293&name=IMG_0295.jpg) CAD-Software HiCAD, Steel engineering Belgian customer Meyland satisfied with HiCAD's total solution The name Meyland comes from Antoine De Meyere and Richard Roeland. They set up a shed in 1968, in Adegem Belgium, to maintain and repair machinery, in the grain and animal feed industry. Whereas the family business started out modestly in 1968, it has seen uninterrupted growth ever since. In 1973,.. read more](https://blog.isdgroup.com/en/belgian-customer-meyland-satisfied-with-hicads-total-solution) ## [![](https://blog.isdgroup.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Blog%203%20-%20procesoptimalisatie%20Staalbouw.png?width=520&height=293&name=Blog%203%20-%20procesoptimalisatie%20Staalbouw.png) Blog, Steel engineering 5 tips for process optimisation in steel engineering If you work in steel engineering, there are plenty of opportunities to optimise business processes. The sector is ideal for working just that little bit smarter with the help of digitalisation. 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