{"id":373835,"date":"2026-07-15T11:14:28","date_gmt":"2026-07-15T09:14:28","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/datasolid.com\/?p=373835"},"modified":"2026-07-15T11:14:31","modified_gmt":"2026-07-15T09:14:31","slug":"proper-sheet-metal-construction-for-increased-productivity","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/datasolid.com\/en\/richtige-blechkonstruktion-mehr-produktivitaet\/","title":{"rendered":"Productivity in Sheet Metal Manufacturing: Is the Decisive Leverage Already in the Design Phase?"},"content":{"rendered":"<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Migrating CAD to Solid Edge: Utilizing Existing CAD Models and Streamlining Sheet Metal Design<\/strong>.<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Material prices fluctuate, energy costs remain high, and customers expect shorter delivery times with smaller batch sizes. Added to this are increasing variety, short-notice changes in requirements, and the challenge of efficiently deploying qualified skilled workers. For companies in the sheet metal industry, the question is therefore not just how to produce faster. What is crucial is:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>How can shorter lead times, higher production reliability, and increased productivity be achieved with existing machinery, employees, and available design data?<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A key lever for this already lies in engineering. This is because the quality and availability of the design data form the basis for optimally utilizing modern laser systems, press brakes, and welding robots.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Productivity begins in construction<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The economic viability of a sheet metal part is already influenced during the development phase. During the design process, factors such as geometry, material usage, bending radii, bend allowances, manufacturability, and unfolding are determined, among others.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Efficient change management is therefore an important factor for short lead times and stable production processes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Drawings can be updated selectively.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Settlements and manufacturing data can be quickly adjusted.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Approvals and votes remain transparent.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Uniform data statuses support secure processes.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"654\" src=\"https:\/\/datasolid.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/Blechfertigung-3-2-1024x654.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-373866\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/datasolid.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/Blechfertigung-3-2-1024x654.webp 1024w, https:\/\/datasolid.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/Blechfertigung-3-2-300x192.webp 300w, https:\/\/datasolid.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/Blechfertigung-3-2-768x490.webp 768w, https:\/\/datasolid.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/Blechfertigung-3-2-1536x981.webp 1536w, https:\/\/datasolid.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/Blechfertigung-3-2-18x12.webp 18w, https:\/\/datasolid.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/Blechfertigung-3-2.webp 1569w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"168\" height=\"112\" src=\"https:\/\/datasolid.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/Blechfertigung-1.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-373841\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/datasolid.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/Blechfertigung-1.webp 168w, https:\/\/datasolid.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/Blechfertigung-1-18x12.webp 18w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 168px) 100vw, 168px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The faster and more reliably changes can be implemented, the lower the coordination effort and rework.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This is exactly where <strong>Designcenter X with Solid Edge from Siemens<\/strong> The solution combines powerful 3D design with cloud-based data management, creating a seamless working environment for development and manufacturing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">As an experienced system partner, we support companies in analyzing existing CAD processes, taking over design data, and optimally integrating Designcenter X Solid Edge into their existing system and manufacturing landscape.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Continuous sheet metal construction without media interruptions<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Solid Edge offers a fully integrated environment for sheet metal part development. The entire process can be mapped within one system:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>2D sketch \u2192 3D sheet metal model \u2192 flat pattern \u2192 drawing \u2192 CAM output<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The sheet metal environment supports, among other things, base, contour, and polyline flanges, joggled flanges, hems, stiffeners, cutouts, embossments, as well as drawn and formed cutouts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Manufacturing-relevant properties are taken into account during the design phase. Based on defined material and bending parameters, the appropriate flat pattern is automatically generated.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Solid Edge supports common calculation methods for this, such as:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>K-factor<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Bend allowance<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Bending allowance<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Material, sheet thickness, inner radius, tooling, and other parameters can be individually taken into account. The generated flat patterns can then be exported as DXF or DWG files for laser, punch, and CNC machines.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1250\" height=\"316\" src=\"https:\/\/datasolid.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/Eckverbindungen.webp\" alt=\"Sheet metal corner joints\" class=\"wp-image-373855\" style=\"aspect-ratio:2.7480072271229674;width:808px;height:auto\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/datasolid.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/Eckverbindungen.webp 1250w, https:\/\/datasolid.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/Eckverbindungen-300x76.webp 300w, https:\/\/datasolid.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/Eckverbindungen-1024x259.webp 1024w, https:\/\/datasolid.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/Eckverbindungen-768x194.webp 768w, https:\/\/datasolid.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/Eckverbindungen-18x5.webp 18w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1250px) 100vw, 1250px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>CAD Migration: Securely Continue Using Existing Design Data<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Many companies have extensive design data from various CAD systems. Therefore, when modernizing the CAD landscape, the focus is on the secure transfer and further development of existing models.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Designcenter X Solid Edge enables the direct further processing of imported models from CAD systems such as <strong>CADdy, AutoCAD, SOLIDWORKS, or Autodesk Inventor<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This allows existing designs to be transferred to the new work environment step-by-step and existing design knowledge to continue to be used.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This offers a key advantage, especially for suppliers and contract manufacturers who regularly receive data from various customer systems: existing CAD data remains usable and can be efficiently further developed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Implement changes faster and more flexibly<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Short-term customer changes are part of everyday life in sheet metal fabrication. A housing becomes wider, a flange needs to be moved, or a hole pattern needs to be adjusted.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">With Synchronous Technology, geometries can be edited directly without completely rebuilding the model. For example, users can:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Lengthen or shorten sheets<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Shift flanges<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Change excerpts<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Adjust drill images<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Update assemblies<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This allows for faster implementation of changes and reduced development times.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Increase manufacturing safety during the design phase<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The earlier constructive requirements and manufacturing conditions are considered, the more reliably processes can be planned and implemented.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Solid Edge therefore supports, among other things, during the design process:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Collision checks<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Check of minimum distances<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Tool Accessibility Evaluation<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Assembly Validation<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>FEM Analysis<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Additionally, Solid Edge Inspector can be used to automatically create inspection characteristics and make them available for downstream quality assurance processes.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"667\" src=\"https:\/\/datasolid.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/Blexhfertigung-5.webp\" alt=\"Optimal design in sheet metal fabrication \" class=\"wp-image-373844\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/datasolid.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/Blexhfertigung-5.webp 1000w, https:\/\/datasolid.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/Blexhfertigung-5-300x200.webp 300w, https:\/\/datasolid.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/Blexhfertigung-5-768x512.webp 768w, https:\/\/datasolid.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/Blexhfertigung-5-18x12.webp 18w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Shared database for all stakeholders<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Designcenter X complements construction with cloud-based data management and collaboration.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Shared versions, current drawings, revision statuses, comments, and 3D markups are available centrally. This allows design, production planning, manufacturing, customers, and suppliers to work from a traceable data basis.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This creates transparent processes, reduces coordination effort, and supports fast approval processes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">As a SaaS solution, Designcenter X also offers cloud-based licenses and automatic updates. This reduces the effort required for local installations and manual updates.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/datasolid.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/blechfertigung-solid-edge-1024x576.webp\" alt=\"Consulting Designcenter X Solid Edge\" class=\"wp-image-373864\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/datasolid.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/blechfertigung-solid-edge-1024x576.webp 1024w, https:\/\/datasolid.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/blechfertigung-solid-edge-300x169.webp 300w, https:\/\/datasolid.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/blechfertigung-solid-edge-768x432.webp 768w, https:\/\/datasolid.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/blechfertigung-solid-edge-1536x864.webp 1536w, https:\/\/datasolid.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/blechfertigung-solid-edge-18x10.webp 18w, https:\/\/datasolid.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/blechfertigung-solid-edge.webp 1672w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Get to know Designcenter X Solid Edge<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Do you want to further develop your existing CAD environment or take the next step towards Solid Edge?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In one <a href=\"https:\/\/datasolid.com\/en\/contact\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/datasolid.com\/kontakt\/\">personal conversation<\/a> Let's analyze your current CAD environment together and show you how to solve typical sheet metal design tasks more efficiently with Designcenter X Solid Edge.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Additionally, we will show how models from CAD systems can be seamlessly imported and processed directly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Schedule a free consultation or a personalized live demo now.<\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>CAD-Migration zu Solid Edge: Bestehende CAD-Modelle \u00fcbernehmen und die Blechkonstruktion effizienter gestalten. Materialpreise schwanken, Energiekosten bleiben hoch und Kunden erwarten k\u00fcrzere Lieferzeiten bei gleichzeitig kleineren Losgr\u00f6\u00dfen. Hinzu kommen steigende Variantenvielfalt, kurzfristige \u00c4nderungsw\u00fcnsche und die Herausforderung, qualifizierte Fachkr\u00e4fte effizient einzusetzen. F\u00fcr Unternehmen der Blechindustrie stellt sich deshalb nicht nur die Frage, wie schneller produziert werden kann. 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