Case study | Sheet Metal Design Services – 30% Efficiency Boost, 35% Cost Reduction

The client, a leading company in Japan specializing in sheet metal fabrication and high-quality industrial products, was seeking a solution to improve drawing execution efficiency while reducing time pressure and costs. To meet this need, they partnered with IDEA to implement Sheet Metal Design Services using Topsolid software for accurate and efficient drawing development.

Challenges

• High workload: The client needed to process a large volume of technical drawings for production projects within tight deadlines, requiring high precision and adherence to custom standards.
• Strict technical requirements: All drawings had to comply with Japanese engineering standards and be optimized for sheet metal fabrication.
• Limited internal resources: The client’s engineering team struggled to balance ongoing projects with expanding production demands.

IDEA’s Sheet Metal Design Services

• Experienced engineers: IDEA provided a highly skilled engineer proficient in AutoCAD and trained in Topsolid software, as required by the client.
• Standardized workflow: IDEA collaborated with the client to establish an optimized workflow—from receiving requests to drawing execution and quality checks before delivery.
• Compliance with Japanese standards: IDEA’s engineer was trained to meet the client’s technical standards and quality expectations.
• Fast turnaround: With an efficient process, IDEA ensured quick delivery of drawings without compromising quality.

Results

• 30% increase in productivity: IDEA’s Sheet Metal Design Services enabled the client to handle large orders quickly without expanding internal resources.
• 35% cost savings: Compared to in-house processing or outsourcing in Japan, the client significantly reduced drawing execution costs.
• Guaranteed quality: All drawings delivered by IDEA passed rigorous inspections, ensuring accuracy and manufacturability.

Conclusion

IDEA’s Sheet Metal Design Services helped the client optimize their production workflow and achieve business goals. With a highly skilled team, professional processes, and a strong commitment to quality, IDEA continues to be a trusted partner for Japanese companies in the sheet metal fabrication industry.