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Future-proof BricsCAD® Enhances Design Capabilities at Nippon Steel Texeng

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Applicable Industries	Cement Metals
Applicable Functions	Maintenance Product Research & Development
Use Cases	Construction Management Virtual Prototyping & Product Testing
Challenge	Nippon Steel Texeng Co., Ltd., an engineering company specializing in steel plant construction, faced a significant challenge following a merger with multiple companies. Each of these companies used different CAD software packages, resulting in a lack of standardization across the newly formed entity. In 2014, eight companies were integrated into NS-Texeng, leading to the use of six different types of software for 2D CAD. The company recognized the need to unify its CAD software and began a comparison study to identify the most suitable product. Additionally, the 2D CAD software that had been widely used within the company switched to subscription-only licensing, which was expected to significantly increase the budget required to maintain the company’s CAD licenses. Read More
About Customer	Nippon Steel Texeng Co., Ltd. is a design-build firm specializing in steel plant construction. The company covers all phases of the process, from plant design and construction to operation management and maintenance. NS-Texeng is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Nippon Steel Corporation, a renowned Japanese steel fabrication company. The company was formed in 2014 through the merger of eight companies, resulting in a diverse mix of CAD software packages. NS-Texeng is headquartered in Chiyoda, Tokyo, Japan, and employs over 11,000 people as of 2019. Read More
Solution	After a thorough comparison study, NS-Texeng chose BricsCAD as their preferred CAD software. The decision was based on several key factors. Firstly, BricsCAD facilitated an easy transition from other CAD software, ensuring a smooth integration process. Secondly, BricsCAD offered a comprehensive solution with 2D, 3D, and BIM capabilities, all within a single software product. This feature was a significant advantage for NS-Texeng, as it allowed the company to use all three dimensions in their design process. Lastly, BricsCAD's ongoing development of software that imports 3D laser scans aligned with NS-Texeng's future plans, making it a future-proof solution. The company felt that both entities were looking in the same direction, further solidifying BricsCAD as the ideal choice. Read More Log in to view content
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Applicable Industries

Cement

Metals

Applicable Functions

Maintenance

Product Research & Development

Use Cases

Construction Management

Virtual Prototyping & Product Testing

Challenge

Nippon Steel Texeng Co., Ltd., an engineering company specializing in steel plant construction, faced a significant challenge following a merger with multiple companies. Each of these companies used different CAD software packages, resulting in a lack of standardization across the newly formed entity. In 2014, eight companies were integrated into NS-Texeng, leading to the use of six different types of software for 2D CAD. The company recognized the need to unify its CAD software and began a comparison study to identify the most suitable product. Additionally, the 2D CAD software that had been widely used within the company switched to subscription-only licensing, which was expected to significantly increase the budget required to maintain the company’s CAD licenses.

About Customer

Nippon Steel Texeng Co., Ltd. is a design-build firm specializing in steel plant construction. The company covers all phases of the process, from plant design and construction to operation management and maintenance. NS-Texeng is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Nippon Steel Corporation, a renowned Japanese steel fabrication company. The company was formed in 2014 through the merger of eight companies, resulting in a diverse mix of CAD software packages. NS-Texeng is headquartered in Chiyoda, Tokyo, Japan, and employs over 11,000 people as of 2019.

Solution

After a thorough comparison study, NS-Texeng chose BricsCAD as their preferred CAD software. The decision was based on several key factors. Firstly, BricsCAD facilitated an easy transition from other CAD software, ensuring a smooth integration process. Secondly, BricsCAD offered a comprehensive solution with 2D, 3D, and BIM capabilities, all within a single software product. This feature was a significant advantage for NS-Texeng, as it allowed the company to use all three dimensions in their design process. Lastly, BricsCAD's ongoing development of software that imports 3D laser scans aligned with NS-Texeng's future plans, making it a future-proof solution. The company felt that both entities were looking in the same direction, further solidifying BricsCAD as the ideal choice.

Impact #1	The adoption of BricsCAD by NS-Texeng resulted in several operational benefits. The software's compatibility with other CAD software ensured a smooth transition, minimizing disruption to the company's operations. The ability to use 2D, 3D, and BIM within a single software product streamlined the design process, enhancing efficiency and productivity. Furthermore, the company's alignment with BricsCAD's future development plans, particularly in the area of 3D laser scans, positioned NS-Texeng to stay at the forefront of technological advancements in the industry.

Impact #1

The adoption of BricsCAD by NS-Texeng resulted in several operational benefits. The software's compatibility with other CAD software ensured a smooth transition, minimizing disruption to the company's operations. The ability to use 2D, 3D, and BIM within a single software product streamlined the design process, enhancing efficiency and productivity. Furthermore, the company's alignment with BricsCAD's future development plans, particularly in the area of 3D laser scans, positioned NS-Texeng to stay at the forefront of technological advancements in the industry.

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Future-proof BricsCAD® Enhances Design Capabilities at Nippon Steel Texeng

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