Design and Drafting
Whether you need drafting from a hand-drawn "mud map" or 3D design validation, the experienced estimating team at Express Metal Products will find a cost effective solution. With the latest technology, the most complex part of the manufacturing journey is handled with ease.
A key difference at Express Metal Products is that every quote is managed and prepared by an experienced estimator. Each part is validated for cutting and bending right at the start of the quote. Unlike some of our competitors, every member of our team has a CAD, CAM and ERP licence, which means a better customer experience.
Quotes are prepared in conjunction with our CAM. Actual cutting times, gas usage, and sheet yield are used for every quote. The same process that is used to prepare a laser cutting program, is used to prepare your quote. This allows us to be more confident in our pricing, prevents 'padding' of quotes, and results in a tighter quote. By the time you receive your quote we have simulated the cutting of your part, prepared the tech and code required to cut the part, and are ready to export the production package directly to the laser.
Our software
We prefer the Autodesk suite, with AutoCAD a staple. For 3D development, Autodesk Inventor is our tool of choice.
We use TRUMPF TruTops Boost to bring machine learning into the nesting and press programming workflow, so you get the benefit of maximum sheet yield and efficient press brake times.
Our bespoke integrations with our OPTO ERP round out the main manufacturing stack.
Download example PDF drawings
Manufacturing parts to your specification starts with communicating your requirements. Clear, easy to read drawings are the start of a cost efficient product.
Download example drawingsTruTops Boost TecZone Bend: folding simulation
TruTops Boost Cut generating NC code (slowed down)
Simulating bending in TruTops Boost is critical to consistent cost effective parts 
The CAD modules in TruTops Boost allow on-the-fly part updates 
Traditional tools and formats are accepted at Express including programmatic or parametric iteration
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The team at Express Metal Products is available Monday to Friday, 7:30am to 4pm.
