With the attraction of electronic transfer of 3D information to the fabricator reducing lead-in time and streamlining quality assurance, Consteel successfully used Xsteel 3D modeling system on the 10,000 ton structural steelwork for Opryland Hotel, Convention Centre and Atriums.

"The purchase of Xsteel products is not seen simply as a requirement to procure computerised detailing software to fall in line with the general trend. We view it rather as an investment that has complemented our range of in-house design skills, which in turn has resulted in improved productivity and the generation of smart, high-quality presentation drawings. Xsteel and its links with the design software products, coupled with its quantity scheduling software, has especially proved to be invaluable in turning around complicated projects on time and with a high degree of accuracy

Modeling of our projects using Xsteel has provided genuine benefits to our drawing productivity in a short period of time. In addition, with the easy transfer of information between both design software and fabrication packages, further advantages have been apparent throughout the project duration. Design team and client feedback has been enthusiastic with a better understanding of the structure resulting from the full building model and three dimensional views."

We now use Xsteel as our preferred method for structural modelling, as it is easy to use and flexible enough to cater for both steelwork and concrete. We have particularly benefited from the parametric facilities available in Xsteel as designs often change with reduced time frames to modify the drawings. We now produce structural models quicker than it would take to produce 2D drawings.