Machinery manufacturing develops and changes in parallel with developing technologies. In 2024, the software used industrially in machine production and manufacturing has diversified with industry 4.0. As SBFM, we closely follow the developments in machine production and manufacturing stages and take care to use popular software. In this article, we will provide information about the best software tools that are popularly used. Information about these software and tools, which will cover all sectors from small production workshops to large industrial manufacturers, will be a guide to your business in machine production and manufacturing stages. Here are the technologies used before and after industrial machinery production:

1. CAD (Computer Aided Design) Software

They are the software used in all material processing machines regardless of the raw material, from sheet metals to plastic products. These software are preferred for the preparation of two-dimensional drawings and three-dimensional models. As SBFM Machinery, we have included the two most popular computer-aided software below:

AutoCAD

• Used for concept designs and prototype development.
• It allows 2D and 3D designs to be made.
• It has a user-friendly interface

SolidWorks

• It is included in 3D CAD.
• It provides mechanical design, product data management and simulation features.
• It addresses common users and usage areas.

2. CAM (Computer Aided Manufacturing) Software

These software types offer features such as speed and efficiency in industrial machine production. As SBFM Machinery, these software and some information about them are given below:

Mastercam

• Offers advanced machining strategies.
• Useful for 2D and 3D CNC operations.
• Offers fast and efficient programming.

Fusion 360

• It provides all CAD, CAM and CAE features at the same time.
• It has a large data storage capacity with its cloud-based operating system.
• It offers customized solutions for small businesses and individual users.

3. CAE (Computer Aided Engineering) Software

In particular, Siemens NX offers a very useful field in engineering. CAE software are as follows:

ANSYS

• It offers the opportunity to use highly advanced simulation and analysis tools.
• Suitable for structural, thermal and fluid dynamic analysis.
• It is recognized as the industry standard for engineering solutions.

Siemens NX

• It is the most widely used software in engineering that can offer integrated CAD, CAM and CAE solutions.
• It makes accurate engineering analysis with minimum error.
• It is useful for large-scale projects.

4. PLM (Product Lifecycle Management) Software

It is a useful tool for product development. These software are as follows:

Teamcenter

• It is a type of PLM software developed by Siemens.
• It provides automation in the management and processes of product data. 
• Large-scale manufacturers use this software frequently.

Windchill

• It is a PLM solution developed by PTC.
• It manages all stages of the product development process.
• It stands out with its fast integration feature.

5. ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning) Software

ERP software is often preferred in large factories. This software allows business processes to progress completely mechanically and technologically from the beginning to the last stage. As SBFM, we have discussed the software tools included in ERP software for you below:

SAP ERP

• It is a comprehensive system used to manage corporate business processes from start to finish.
• It includes finance, human resources, supply chain and more.
• It is mostly used by large-scale enterprises.

Oracle ERP Cloud

• It is a cloud-based software that cares about data security.
• It has a flexible and scalable structure.
• It is useful for small and medium-sized businesses.

6. IoT (Internet of Things) and IIoT-Industry 4.0 (Industrial Internet of Things) Tools

Industry 4.0, which has become quite popular today, is frequently used in manufacturing factories, especially in China. This technology has been developed over time and has taken its place in the field of industrial manufacturing in companies of large states such as America, Germany and Russia. As SBFM Machinery, the tools included in these software are as follows:

ThingWorx

• It is an IoT platform developed by PTC.
• It provides the ability to monitor and manage industrial devices. 
• It offers advanced data analytics and artificial intelligence support.

Siemens MindSphere

• Industrial mechanics is an IoT platform.
• It is used to digitalize production processes and optimize business processes. 
• It is scalable as it can produce a flexible and secure solution with its cloud-based structure.

7. Additive Manufacturing Software

These commonly used tools for 3D designs are as follows:

Ultimaker Cura

• Open source slicing systems used for 3D printing.
• It has a user-friendly interface and powerful features.
• Compatible with a wide range of 3D printers.

Materialise Magics

• They are software that prepares and optimizes 3D printing in industrial planning.
• It has features such as model repair, support structure creation and fragmentation.
• Ideal for advanced printing projects.

Result

In 2024, the software and tools used in machine manufacturing have been and will continue to be developed to provide solutions to the needs of the industry. Choosing the right software and tools in machine production increases efficiency in business processes and offers the opportunity to compete in the market. These software and tools, which SBFM Machinery includes in its article, contain information that is useful for a business that manufactures machinery or starts to do so. However, having in-depth knowledge is based on technique and experience as well as reading. With this knowledge, SBFM Machinery aims to meet the needs of the sector with its machines produced to meet the needs of the metal industry such as sheet metal bending, metal crimping, flanging, pressing and crowning. It contributes to the production of sectors such as automotive, construction and health with SBFM Machinery solutions in the shaping of many raw materials such as iron, steel and aluminum.