MetalBizz
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CAD Plugins & Add-Ins

Integrate MetalBizz quoting directly into your CAD environment. Upload parts, get instant pricing, and receive DFM feedback without leaving your design tool.

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Supported CAD Platforms

SolidWorks

2019 – 2025

The industry standard for mechanical design. Our add-in integrates directly into the SolidWorks task pane, allowing you to upload your model, select materials and processes, and receive an instant quote without leaving your design environment.

Features

  • One-click model upload from within SolidWorks
  • Automatic material and process recommendations based on geometry
  • Real-time pricing with DFM feedback on each feature
  • Thread detection and automatic tolerance assignment
  • Supports part and assembly files (.sldprt, .sldasm)

Installation

Download the .msi installer, double-click to install, then enable via Tools → Add-Ins in SolidWorks.

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Fusion 360

Latest (cloud-updated)

Available directly from the Autodesk App Store. Our Fusion 360 add-in analyzes your parametric timeline and body features to generate accurate quotes with design-for-manufacturability suggestions — perfect for rapid prototyping workflows.

Features

  • Native Autodesk App Store integration — one-click install
  • Reads parametric history for automatic feature recognition
  • Live DFM feedback as you modify dimensions
  • Material and finish selection with visual previews
  • Supports .f3d and exported STEP from Fusion

Installation

Open Fusion 360 → Tools → Add-Ins → search "MetalBizz" → click Install.

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Autodesk Inventor

2021 – 2025

Native Inventor add-in for professional mechanical design workflows. Upload parts and assemblies directly from Inventor and receive instant quotes with full manufacturing analysis.

Features

  • Model analysis via Inventor API with automatic feature extraction
  • Multi-body part support with per-body material assignment
  • Assembly-level quoting with BOM breakdown
  • iProperty and iFeature recognition for automated processing
  • Supports .ipt and .iam files natively

Installation

Download the add-in installer, run as Administrator, then activate via Inventor → Tools → Add-Ins.

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Onshape

Cloud-native (always latest)

Fully cloud-native integration. Our Onshape add-in works entirely in your browser — no installation required. Simply connect your Onshape account and start quoting directly from any document, on any device.

Features

  • Zero-installation browser-based integration
  • Direct access to Onshape Part Studios and Assemblies
  • Automatic version tracking — quote against any version
  • Collaborative: share quotes with your team in real time
  • Export STEP directly from Onshape for quoting

Installation

Search "MetalBizz" in the Onshape App Store → click "Connect" → authorize your account.

Connect in Onshape App Store

AutoCAD

2019 – 2025

For 2D and 3D AutoCAD users, our plugin extracts geometry from your drawings and prepares them for sheet metal fabrication quoting.

Features

  • Extract 2D profiles for laser cutting and stamping quotes
  • Auto-recognition of standard sheet metal features
  • DXF/DWG export optimization for manufacturing
  • Layer-based process assignment (cut, etch, mark)
  • Batch processing: quote multiple parts from one drawing

Installation

Load via AutoCAD → App Manager → Browse → select the .bundle folder.

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STEP/IGES Upload

Universel (Tous les systèmes de CAO)

No plugin? No problem. Export STEP or IGES from any CAD system and upload directly to our web portal.

Features

  • Works with any CAD software — no add-in required
  • Automatic geometry analysis and feature extraction
  • Instant DFM feedback on uploaded files
  • Batch upload: quote multiple parts simultaneously
  • Supported: STEP (.stp/.step), IGES (.igs/.iges), X_T, STL

Installation

No installation needed — export STEP from your CAD system and upload at /rfq.

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How Add-In Quoting Works

Three simple steps from your CAD design to a manufactured part.

1

Install & Open

Install the add-in from your CAD marketplace and open it within your design environment.

2

Select & Analyze

Select the solid body or surface, choose material and finish. DFM analysis runs automatically.

3

Quote & Order

Review pricing instantly. Accept the quote and place your order — all from within your CAD tool.

File Format Reference

All major CAD formats are supported. For best results, we recommend solid models over surface or mesh formats.

STEP (.stp/.step)
Best

Neutral 3D format — preserves solid geometry, assemblies, and product structure. Preferred for all platforms.

IGES (.igs/.iges)
Good

Widely compatible surface format. Loses some parametric data but works for geometry-only quoting.

Parasolid (.x_t/.x_b)
Best

High-fidelity solid model format used by NX, SolidWorks, and Solid Edge. Excellent geometry preservation.

STL (.stl)
Limited

Mesh format — loses feature recognition. Use only for visual reference or 3D-printed parts. STEP preferred.

Export Tips for Best Results

  • • Always export in solid body mode, not surface — surface exports may fail feature recognition.
  • • Set export units to millimeters — our system auto-detects units, but mm is most reliable.
  • • For assemblies, export as a single STEP file with assembly structure preserved.
  • • Suppress cosmetic threads — export the hole diameter only; our system will detect thread specs from your drawing.
  • • Remove proprietary or internal-only features before exporting — export only the manufacturable geometry.

Need Help with CAD Integration?

Our engineering team can help you set up your CAD environment and optimize your designs for manufacturability before you submit your first order.

Contact Engineering Support