Audience
MEP contractors, fabrication shops, and construction teams needing to digitize, automate, and connect design, fabrication, and field execution workflows for greater efficiency
About Stratus
Stratus is a cloud-based construction workflow and fabrication management platform built specifically for mechanical, electrical, and plumbing contractors that unifies design, fabrication, shop production, and field operations into a single connected system, eliminating disconnected paper and PDF workflows while boosting efficiency, accuracy, and collaboration across teams. It integrates directly with industry CAD and BIM software such as Revit, AutoCAD, and Autodesk Fabrication tools so contractors can convert digital models into fabricable work packages, generate cut lists, BOMs, and automated labels, and send data directly to shop equipment without manual translation, reducing errors and rework while improving speed and precision on the shop floor. Stratus centralizes project planning, custom work package creation, real-time tracking, material management, and status reporting so teams have visibility into productivity and progress.
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Stratus
Founded: 2010
United States
www.stratus.build/stratus
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Stratus Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What kinds of users and organization types does Stratus work with?
Stratus works with these users and organization types: Mid Size Business, Small Business, Enterprise, Freelance, Nonprofit, Government, and Startup.
Q: What languages does Stratus support in their product?
Stratus supports these languages: English.
Q: What kind of support options does Stratus offer?
Stratus offers support via online.
Q: What other applications or services does Stratus integrate with?
Stratus integrates with: AutoCAD, Fabrication ESTmep, and Revit.
Q: What type of training does Stratus provide?
Stratus provides training in the form of documentation, live online, and videos.
