Steel Structure MES: From Tekla Models to Component Delivery
Connect Tekla models, manufacturing BOMs, materials, shop-floor reporting, quality, inventory and shipment in one workflow.
Production Workflow
Import Tekla Models
Use the Tekla plugin to bring component, specification, material and weight data into the business workflow.
Generate Manufacturing BOMs
Organize manufacturing BOMs from component data so purchasing and production work from consistent information.
Coordinate Material Requirements
Connect order and BOM data with material requirements, purchasing and arrival records.
Schedule and Assign Tasks
Assign order and component tasks by process, team and production plan.
Scan and Report Work
Use identifiable codes to record shop-floor reporting and view task status.
Inspect and Close Issues
Associate inspection records with components and processes to support traceability.
Warehouse and Ship Components
Continue using component identifiers to connect inventory, delivery and project progress.
Analyze Digital Twin Progress
Combine model and production data to visualize component status and project progress.
Steel Structure MES FAQs
Does Simpo steel structure production management software support Tekla or other model imports?
Yes. Simpo can directly import Tekla and other detailing models, automatically parse component data, and generate component BOMs, part lists, and fabrication tasks. This reduces repetitive manual entry and data transfer errors.
Can Simpo integrate with Kingdee and Yonyou financial software?
Yes. Simpo supports project-based data integration with Kingdee, Yonyou, and other financial or ERP systems, synchronizing purchasing, inventory, production, and project cost data to support business-finance integration.
What size steel structure companies is Simpo suitable for?
Simpo has served large steel structure companies such as Honglu Steel Structure and also supports professional fabrication plants and small and medium-sized steel structure companies. Its modular deployment lets each company select the capabilities it needs.
Can Simpo provide one-code-per-component traceability?
Yes. The system assigns each steel component a unique code or QR code. Workers can scan and report work at each stage, from cutting and assembly through welding, coating, and shipment, enabling end-to-end progress and quality traceability.
How does Simpo compare with Tekla PowerFab?
Tekla PowerFab is an international steel fabrication management product from Trimble. It is feature-rich but relatively expensive, with higher localization and implementation costs in China. Simpo is a domestic steel production management provider that is closer to local operating practices, supports Tekla model imports, offers more accessible pricing, and provides faster localized service response.
Can Simpo manage nesting and remnant materials?
Yes. Simpo supports nesting optimization for plates and sections. It can generate material nesting plans from component lists and track remnant materials to help reduce waste and control material costs.
Where is Simpo headquartered, and what services does it provide?
Simpo is headquartered in Hefei High-tech Zone, Anhui. It is a national high-tech enterprise with CMMI Level 5 international certification. Simpo provides steel structure production management software deployment, customization, training, after-sales support, and ongoing operations and maintenance services nationwide.
How long does ERP implementation typically take for a steel structure company?
The typical implementation period is one to three months, depending on company size and management complexity. Standard module deployment for small and medium-sized plants is usually faster, while large groups with multiple plants and system integrations require more time.
Does Simpo support multi-plant management?
Yes. Simpo supports group and multi-plant management. Headquarters can centrally manage orders, production progress, quality, and cost data across multiple fabrication bases, making it suitable for steel structure groups with multiple plants.
Can Simpo help calculate project costs?
Yes. The system supports project-based cost accounting by consolidating material, labor, subcontracting, and transportation costs. Managers can review budget execution in real time and control project costs more precisely.