Future-proof BricsCAD® Enhances Design Capabilities at Nippon Steel Texeng
Applicable Industries
- Cement
- Metals
Applicable Functions
- Maintenance
- Product Research & Development
Use Cases
- Construction Management
- Virtual Prototyping & Product Testing
About The 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.
The 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.
The 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.
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