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About Us

Our Story
Dedicated to innovating, and reframing, how the world builds for over 35 years.
Why Steel Framing
Known as cold-formed or light gauge, steel is a modern framing solution to build fast and built to last.
Careers

Interested in joining a team that’s shaping the future of construction?

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Applications

Mid-rise Buildings
Our systems support a wide range of medium-rise applications, including residential apartments and commercial buildings.

Modular Construction
Whether it’s offsite construction, volumetric builds, bathroom pods, tiny homes, or ADUs, our systems streamline your modular projects.

Disaster Relief
Provide rapid construction capabilities directly to disaster-affected areas to quickly erect safe, durable structures.
Residential Housing
From single-family homes to multi-unit developments and build-to-rent housing, our solutions provide the versatility you need.

Interior Drywall Framing
Perfect for internal fit-outs, our solutions ensure precision and speed in drywall framing.
Commercial Structures

For retail outlets, office buildings, quick-service restaurants (QSR), or mixed-use developments, we offer tailored systems to meet your needs.


Facades and Curtain Walls

Our solutions combine stunning aesthetics with robust durability, making your project stand out and last.

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Products

Design & Engineering
Steel framing software, offering precise detailing, real-time engineering analysis, and easy tool integration.

Production Management
Gain complete visibility and control of your operations with real-time data, quality control, and capacity management.
Roll Forming Equipment
Whether single-profile or multi-profile, our machines offer you the versatility and world-class reputation you need to deliver your projects.

Building Components
Your one-stop shop for everything you need: connectors, fasteners, and steel coils to get your projects rolling.
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Support 

Customer Success
Fast-track your steel framing journey with our education, services, and support.
Communities
Your central portal for all business needs. Access support, Nexa, the Knowledge Center, shop, and training videos in one place.
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Resources

Blog
Get the latest insights and updates on steel framing, construction trends, and industry news.

Case Studies
See steel framing in action with real-world examples from our customers. 

eBooks
Access guides and in-depth resources on steel framing and its benefits for various construction projects.
Videos
Watch informative videos, including product demos, educational content, and expert interviews.

Events
Join our local steel framing events or come visit us at one of our global tradeshows.

FRAMECAD Connect
Looking for steel frames? FRAMECAD Connect partners are specialists in designing, manufacturing, and building with the FRAMECAD System.
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Steel Framing Software

Our steel framing software transforms how you design, engineer, and manufacture cold-formed steel structures. It combines precise detailing, real-time analysis, and easy integration with other design tools.

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Streamline Steel Framing Construction

From precise detailing to optimized manufacturing, our integrated suite streamlines every stage - boosting efficiency, ensuring code compliance, and accelerating production. Effortlessly connect with your existing design packages and achieve unmatched accuracy, efficiency, and flexibility in your projects.
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Steel Framing Software

FRAMECAD Steelwise transforms how you design, engineer, and manufacture cold-formed steel structures. It combines precise detailing, real-time analysis, and easy integration with other design tools.

Introducing FRAMECAD Steelwise™

FRAMECAD Steelwise provides detailers, engineers, and steel framing manufacturers with the tools to:
Detail Faster
Produce accurate layouts, panel sheets, and connections with ease using purpose-built steel detailing software.
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Engineer Confidently
Perform real-time analysis with integrated structural engineering software features and meet code requirements with ease.
Streamline Manufacturing
Create production-ready designs and visualize tooling operations tailored for cold-formed steel construction.
Boost Profitability
Reduce waste and improve efficiency with value engineering techniques optimized for light gauge steel workflows.
Integrate Seamlessly
Work with familiar CAD tools and connect with existing software in your steel framing software ecosystem.
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Architectural Design
Receive architectural plans or design files from the preferred design software.
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Structural Detailing
Integrate detailed structural components and framing elements, ensuring the design is fully prepared for engineering analysis.
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Engineering & Compliance
Utilize structural analysis to ensure compliance with local building codes, and value engineering to optimize efficiency and reduce costs.
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Prepare for Production
Transform your design into precise machine instructions, handling the complexity of advanced programming so you don’t have to.
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Manage Production
Send the instructions to your machines or let FRAMECAD Nexa handle the entire production process, ensuring everything runs smoothly from start to finish.

World-leading Steel Frame Detailing

We offer the world's preferred detailing package focused exclusively on cold formed steel frame construction. Our software automates model preparation for manufacturing and produces accurate shop drawings, transforming structural designs into reality.

Our steel detailing software ensures high accuracy throughout the construction process and streamlines the flow from architectural designs to production. 

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Engineering Built In

Our software improves engineering time by up to 80% while enabling real-time analysis and reporting in accordance with local building codes. By analyzing loads, deflections, and other forces as you design, projects are optimized for profitability, while ensuring code compliance, making it easy to deliver the best value engineering practices.

Built in local building codes

Manufacturing Preparation

Our construction software streamlines the progression from design to manufacturing. Detailed 2D and 3D models feed automated production processes. Our software accelerates the manufacturing process, converting designs into highly accurate built structures.

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Streamline Steel Framing Construction

From precise detailing to optimized manufacturing, our integrated suite streamlines every stage - boosting efficiency, ensuring code compliance, and accelerating production. Effortlessly connect with your existing design packages and achieve unmatched accuracy, efficiency, and flexibility in your projects.
Architectural Design
Structural Detailing
Engineering & Compliance
Prepare for Production
Manage Production
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Architectural Design

Start your project within Steelwise or effortlessly import designs from other leading architectural software.

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Structural Detailing

Perform detailed structural layouts to create optimized and manufacturable steel frame designs with unmatched accuracy.

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Engineering & Compliance

Conduct real-time engineering analysis to validate designs against local codes and ensure compliance with global standards using our integrated structural engineering software.

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Prepare for Production

Automatically generate panel detail sheets and tooling data for streamlined production preparation using FRAMECAD’s steel detailing software.

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Manage Production

Deliver prepared designs to FRAMECAD Nexa to manage production workflows and logistics seamlessly.

Real-Time Engineering Insights

Perform instant engineering analysis and generate detailed reports to ensure that every design meets structural and code requirements.

Built in local building codes

Clear 3D Visualization

Create detailed 3D renders of your structures, offering accurate and compelling visualizations for stakeholders.

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Seamless Integration

Import and export designs effortlessly between Steelwise and other leading design tools, ensuring flexibility and compatibility.

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Optimized Profitability

Apply value engineering principles throughout the cold-formed steel process to optimize material usage, reduce waste, and increase project profitability.

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Features at a Glance

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Global Standards Support
Design to meet the requirements
of over a dozen global construction
standards.
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Manufacturable Designs
Create standards-compliant
designs that are ready for
production.
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Familiar CAD Interface
Shortened learning curve for
CAD users.
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Roof and Floor Truss Engineering
Engineer roof and floor trusses
with precision and efficiency.
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Engineering Reports
Generate detailed reports for
regulatory reviews and permit
submissions.
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Panel Detail Sheets
Automatically create panel
detail sheets to streamline
production workflows.
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Inter-Panel Connections
Specify inter-panel connections
automatically to save detailing
time.
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Recessed Floor Truss Design
Design recessed floor trusses
for added flexibility and
efficiency.
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Tooling Visualization
Visualize tooling operations
live to simplify manufacturing
preparation.
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Tooling Engine
Leverage an advanced tooling
engine that works seamlessly
with FRAMECAD systems.

Bring Your Own Design

Our software fits into your design process with the ability to import and export designs easily between FRAMECAD Steelwise and other design packages, ensuring flexibility and compatibility.

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30 Day Trial

Ready to increase efficiency and accuracy with the world's most powerful steel framing software?  Try our software for 30 days.

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How-to Videos

Practical tips and tricks about how to get the most from FRAMECAD Steelwise software.

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Mullion Option

Discover how to use the Mullion Option in FRAMECAD Steelwise software in this how-to video.

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Exporting Production Files

Discover how to export files for production in FRAMECAD Steelwise software in this how-to video.

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Command Bar

Learn how to display the Command bar in FRAMECAD Steelwise software in this how-to video.

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Section and Elevation Line Command

Learn how to use the section and elevation line command in FRAMECAD Steelwise software in this how-to video.

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Floor Joist Design

Learn how to model an opening inside a floor joist layout using FRAMECAD Steelwise software in this how-to video.

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Rake Panels

See how easy it is to create Rake Panels in FRAMECAD Steelwise software in this how-to video.

Hip-end Corner Girder Jack Option
Hip-end Corner Girder Jack Option

Explore the Hip-end Corner Girder Jack option in FRAMECAD Steelwise software in this how-to video.

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Detail Check Command

Learn how to use the Detail Check Command in FRAMECAD Steelwise software in this how-to video.

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Member Extend Command

Learn how to use the member extend command in FRAMECAD Steelwise software in this how-to video.

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Truss Direction Options

Explore the Truss Direction options for the Deep Axis LC System, in FRAMECAD Steelwise software, in this how-to video.

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Bottom Chord Restraint Spacing

Learn how to use Bottom Chord Restraint Spacing in FRAMECAD Steelwise software in this how-to video.

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Panel Stacks

Learn how to create Panel Stacks in FRAMECAD Steelwise software in this how-to video.

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Beam Feature

Learn how to use the Beam feature in FRAMECAD Steelwise software in this how-to video.

Learn how to use the Truss Spacing options in this FRAMECAD Steelwise Software how-to video
Truss Spacing Options

Learn how to use the Truss Spacing options in FRAMECAD Steelwise software in this how-to video.

Learn how to use the Hip-end Panel Jack option in this Framecad Steelwise Software how-to video
Hip-end Panel Jack

Learn how to use the Hip-end Panel Jack option in FRAMECAD Steelwise software in this how-to video.

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Custom Entities

Learn how to visualize the orientation and direction of the members in FRAMECAD Steelwise software in this how-to video.

Explore how to set up Eave options using FRAMECAD Steelwise software in this how-to video
Eave Options

Explore how to set up Eave options using FRAMECAD Steelwise software in this how-to video.

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Truss Orientations

Explore truss orientation settings in FRAMECAD Steelwise software in this how-to video.

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Get a Free Demo of Steelwise

See how Steelwise streamlines steel framing design, engineering, and manufacturing. In your demo, you'll explore how to:

  • Detail faster – Generate accurate layouts, panel sheets, and connections effortlessly.
  • Engineer confidently – Conduct real-time structural analysis and ensure code compliance.
  • Streamline manufacturing – Create production-ready designs and optimize tooling operations.
  • Boost profitability – Minimize waste and maximize efficiency with value engineering.
  • Integrate seamlessly – Work with familiar CAD tools and connect with your existing software.