FASTBLANK

Unfold any complex 3D shape for metallic or non-metallic applications.

Blank prediction software 

FASTBLANK enables cost engineers to develop quotations and estimates for piece part costing by creating precise blank shape developments and establishing target costs for sheet metal components. 

FASTBLANK

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Overcoming your cost estimating challenges

Studies have shown that 70% of the costs of a component come from the cost of the raw material. Material cost is of the utmost importance to determine early and accurately. To determine the material cost, you first must calculate the correct blank size (shape of the component in the flat state) to estimate the material required. 

Blank size is the foundation for quotations, piece price, target costing, and material utilisation. 

Our Solution: FASTBLANK

FASTBLANK provides users with a fast and accurate method for developing optimal blank shapes. It accounts for material stretch and deformation and is specifically designed for estimators, design engineers, account managers, and tool and die makers/designers.

  • Substantially improves formability and product quality
  • Reduces material costs and number of trials in the prove out stage
  • Accurately identifies material thinning and gathering conditions
  • Automatically generates a report for accurate quoting and estimating.

Blank development for all automotive sheet metal components

  • Accurate blank development
  • Thinning result
  • Cut-off die nesting
Automotive

Flat pattern development with precise hole locations

  • Highly accurate flat pattern development
  • Rivet holes accurately developed on flat pattern
Aerospace

Accurate initial blank development allows:

  • Fewer iterations to the conditioned blank
  • Early strip/process design
Electronics

Develop blank shapes and analyze material thinning and gathering conditions for consumer goods

Consumer Goods stove top

Unfold any complex 3D shape regardless of material

  • Boat and ship hulls
  • Glass and plastic windshields
  • Vinyl, leather, cloth and textiles fabrics
  • Furniture upholstery and car seats
  • Carpet layout for automotive interiors
  • Acoustic insulation for interiors
  • Thermoforming applications
  • Flexible printed circuit boards, etc.
Non-Metallic Application

Your benefits with FASTBLANK

  • Establish target cost for piece price for quoting.
  • Cost engineers gain self-assurance in quoting and estimating sheet metal components through a consistent and repeatable method for estimating material costs with detailed reports that connect to any system.
  • A scientific physics-based approach to cost estimating validated by OEMs and Tier 1 suppliers worldwide.
  • Improves quote accuracy to better position your company.
  • Evaluate part manufacturability concerns.
  • Promotes confidence and trust with your customers/suppliers.

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