6 Benefits of Designing with FRAMES: An Aluminum Extrusion Software

Published on
October 31, 2023

5 min read

In today’s fast-paced digital landscape, the role of design has never been more crucial.

Whether you’re a graphic designer, architect, engineer, or artist, the right design software can be a game-changer, propelling your creative endeavors to new heights.

For engineers working on design-builds, MISUMI has launched an Aluminum Extrusion Design tool that helps you go from idea to full 3D model and bill of materials (BOM) in a fraction of the time.

Here are the top benefits of using MISUMI’s FRAMES design software.

1. Prototype Design Ideas

The FRAMES software provides many options for creating your ideas, modifying, swapping or changing components.

You are able to select all or part of your design and stretch, rotate, copy, move, swap parts or add alterations which just a few clicks.

Expand:

MISUMI FRAMES Software selecting the Expand feature.
Expand Feature
MISUMI FRAMES Software using the expand feature to extend the height.
Expanding the Height

Rotate:

MISUMI FRAMES Software selecting the rotate feature.
Rotate Feature
MISUMI FRAMES Software selecting the rotate feature.
Rotate Feature

Swap Parts:

MISUMI FRAMES Software selecting the swap parts feature.
Swap Product Feature
MISUMI FRAMES Software using the swap parts feature to select a new part.
Changing Fasteners
MISUMI FRAMES Software using the swap parts feature showing the list of product options.
Product Options

As the design requirements change, so can your model to keep up with the demand. This allows necessary changes to be updated automatically, allowing you to spend more time on the more critical aspects of your work.

2. Allows for More Precision and Accuracy

Traditionally, adding brackets and fasteners was tedious and time-consuming, and it also resulted in more errors that required fixing. This method was also costly.

The FRAMES software takes the guesswork out and automatically adds brackets and joints, plus alterations to your components, which increases design accuracy, saving you valuable time and resources.

Click and drag to add your connections:

Click and drag option connecting extrustions.
Extrusions automatically connected

The software automatically adds the bracket or joint of your choosing and adds the appropriate alterations when necessary.

Click and drag option connecting extrustions and automatically adding a joint fastener.
Joint added automatically

Then the BOM gets automatically generated and updated with any changes that you make.

FRAMES Software Bill of Materials
FRAMES Bill of Material

3. Streamline the Workflow

Efficiency is the backbone of any successful project, and designing software excels in this aspect. The ability to create, edit, and manipulate your designs digitally accelerates the entire creative process.

This streamlining of workflow enhances productivity, enabling projects to move forward at a much faster pace.

4. Better Visualization with 3D Modeling

For engineers, 3D modeling is a transformative feature offered by advanced designing software.

It enables you to construct intricate three-dimensional representations of your ideas, which aids in better visualization, identifying potential flaws, and making informed decisions before the physical implementation.

This capability significantly reduces costs and prevents rework, making 3D modeling an invaluable asset.

The software enables you to create the design and visualize the application, allowing you to understand how everything will fit together before you purchase a single component.

You are able to add guide shapes and measure distances so that you know exactly if you have enough clearance or if you need to make any adjustments to the design.

3D Model feature for visualization
3D Model for design adjustments as needed

5. Accessibility and Convenience

The FRAMES software can be downloaded instantly and it’s free to use. This allows you to easily access the software whenever needed.

The beauty of designing software lies in its accessibility. From amateurs to professionals, these tools are designed to cater to a wide range of users.

This ensures that your design and development can be easily approached and also accessible to all users within your organization.

6. Saves Time and Cost

Using the FRAMES software is a cost-effective choice in the long run. The reduction in manual labor, material wastage, and the ability to catch errors early in the process all contribute to substantial cost savings.

Additionally, the diverse range of tools within the software eliminates the need for purchasing multiple physical tools or resources, further optimizing your budget.

Download FRAMES

The FRAMES software is currently available for download and can be used right away to get started planning, designing and developing your next project. MISUMI offers many extrusion and bracket options.

Click here to download for free.

About the Author

Armando Salome

Armando Salome has been working at MISUMI since 2015 primarily on Aluminum Extrusions. This role was his first job out of college and has now transitioned into managing the Aluminum Extrusion and Structural components that MISUMI has to offer and unrolling and supporting the new software, FRAMES.

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