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About

SDS2 is an all-in-one steel detailing and connection-design software platform built to help detailers, fabricators, and structural engineers deliver accurate, fabrication-ready steel models and drawings with speed, automation, and integration. It supports modular packages, from basic 2D drafting to full 3D modeling plus shop-drawing generation, enabling users to create precise shop drawings, erection drawings, or full BIM models depending on their needs. SDS2 features automated connection design calibrated to framing conditions and fabrication preferences, intelligent clash detection, and live multi-user modeling so teams can collaborate in real time without conflicting data. It produces high-quality, code-compliant documentation and delivers production-ready output that can feed fabrication equipment or support CNC/automated workflows. SDS2 also interoperates with major BIM and fabrication-management systems via standard file formats.

About

SteelTally is Windows software for structural steel takeoff and estimating, designed for fabricators, estimators and detailers. It reads PDF and DXF drawings, scans member schedules to find beam and column marks on framing plans, and flags marks missing from plans. Measurement tools record straight, curved and polyline beam lengths. Column diagrams support welded cap, connection and base plates; truss tools break assemblies into chords, verticals and diagonals. Estimators can apply their steel, galvanizing and paint rates, create stock-length cut lists using offcuts first, and check crane reach. Revision comparison places drawing versions side by side and identifies new, removed, renamed or resized members. Member lists, cut lists and revision summaries export to Excel or PDF. SteelTally includes Australian section sizes and weights and runs locally on Windows, including offline, without drawing uploads or cloud AI. A 30-day full-feature trial requires no credit card.

Platforms Supported

Windows Not Supported
Mac Not Supported
Linux Not Supported
Cloud Supported
On-Premises Not Supported
iPhone Not Supported
iPad Not Supported
Android Not Supported
Chromebook Not Supported

Platforms Supported

Windows Supported
Mac Not Supported
Linux Not Supported
Cloud Not Supported
On-Premises Not Supported
iPhone Not Supported
iPad Not Supported
Android Not Supported
Chromebook Not Supported

Audience

Structural steel detailers, fabricators, engineers, and construction firms looking for a tool to automate connection design, generate fabrication-ready drawings and models, and streamline collaboration from design to shop floor

Audience

Structural steel fabricators, estimators and detailers.

Support

Phone Support Not Supported
24/7 Live Support Not Supported
Online Supported

Support

Phone Support Not Supported
24/7 Live Support Not Supported
Online Supported

API

Offers API Not Supported

API

Offers API Not Supported

Screenshots and Videos

Screenshots and Videos

Pricing

No information available.
Free Version Not Supported
Free Trial Not Supported

Pricing

AU$29/month
A monthly plan costs AU$29. A free 30-day trial is offered with no credit card required.
Free Version Not Supported
Free Trial Supported

Reviews/Ratings

Overall 0.0 / 5
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Overall 0.0 / 5
ease 0.0 / 5
features 0.0 / 5
design 0.0 / 5
support 0.0 / 5

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Training

Documentation Supported
Webinars Supported
Live Online Supported
In Person Not Supported

Training

Documentation Supported
Webinars Not Supported
Live Online Not Supported
In Person Not Supported

Company Information

SDS2
Founded: 1981
United States
sds2.com

Company Information

SteelTally
Founded: 2026
Australia
steeltally.com.au

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Categories

Metal Fabrication Supported
Metal Finishing Supported

Categories

Takeoff Supported

Integrations

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Integrations

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