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About Steel Building Design Software

Steel building design software is available online for consumers and professional builders to use. Most design software must be purchased and downloaded, but there are a few, free steel building design systems available.
  1. Downloading

    • Verify that your computer fulfills system requirements before purchasing software.

      To download steel building design software, your computer must meet certain requirements, depending on the software. Typical requirements include operating system requirements, such as Microsoft Windows XP, Vista or 7.

    Purpose

    • Steel building design software is meant to help designers and consumers choose the right steel building and get a price quote. Advanced systems also work with your construction time line and location, ensuring your project meets building local codes.

    Comparison

    • The costs and end result created with design software varies, depending on the software you choose. When selecting your software, evaluate your needs, then compare the features of several different design software vendors before making your purchase. If possible, talk to current users of the product to be sure you can receive drawings without extra processing and make sure the output comes in your preferred format.