That’s me, Rufus – a trained joiner with 30 years of CAD experience, 23 years of which are with SolidWorks® 3D. In 2001 whilst working closely with a stair builder building high-end curved staircases, I realised the true value of being able to generate accurate 3 Dimensional layouts which could then be deconstructed, flattened and even outsourced. For this, I chose SolidWorks®, adapting its myriads of features for our projects. Aside from lasers and tape measures, it is my primary tool which accompanies me from site survey to the last CNC cut part.
Whilst installing a recent bespoke stair project, the architect was quite impressed at the accuracy of the slip-fit, bolted-together metal components. Although envisioning lots of parts on the shop floor laboriusly being fitting, drilled and threaded, it was explained that there was no shop assembly/fitting, but that this was essentially the first time the components were being introduced.
Experience and ingenuity – your best assurance, your best value.
