WoodTools
WoodTools is a SOLIDWORKS add-in developed by Althima specifically for the wood and furniture industry. It automates the generation of technical drawings, production reports, and quotes for assembly components, replacing a process that is typically manual and time-consuming with a single click. It boosts efficiency and agility in furniture projects, from design to production.
Who WoodTools Is For
- Residential and office furniture manufacturers.
- Industrial woodworking and carpentry shops.
- Interior design and contract furnishing companies (hospitality, retail).
- Design firms working in SOLIDWORKS for the woodworking sector.
How WoodTools Works
Model
Model the furniture set in SOLIDWORKS as usual.
Configure
Activate WoodTools and set the raw material and finishing parameters.
Create
Automatically generate all technical drawings for the components with a single click.
Export
Export ready-to-use production reports: quotations, bills of materials, and manufacturing operations.
WoodTools Features
Furniture Design and Optimization
100% focused on wooden furniture and 100% production-oriented, with parameterization specific to the sector's dimensional and cutting constraints.
Automated Reports for the Industry
Easy-to-use interface for generating customizable, industry-specific reports—such as lists of raw materials, finishes, manufacturing operations, and quotes—for assembly components with just a single click.
Library of Accessories and 3D Models
Extensive library of accessories (hinges, slides, handles, mounting systems), textures, and ready-to-use 3D models to reduce product development time.
Reduction of Errors and Rework
Automating the generation of technical drawings eliminates manual transcription errors and ensures consistency between the 3D model and production documentation.
Compatibility
Compatible with the latest versions of SOLIDWORKS.
Confirm the minimum supported version before publishing.
FAQ
What software is required to use WoodTools?
WoodTools is an add-in for SOLIDWORKS, so you need to have SOLIDWORKS installed to use it.
Is WoodTools only for furniture, or does it also cover other wood products?
WoodTools was developed specifically for the wood and furniture industry, but it can be applied to any wood component or assembly modeled in SOLIDWORKS.
Does WoodTools replace manual technical drawing?
Yes, for assembly components: instead of manually drawing each part, WoodTools automatically generates complete technical drawings with a single click.
Is it possible to customize the generated reports?
Yes, the reports are customizable and industry-specific, adapting to each company's data on raw materials, finishing, and manufacturing operations.
Does WoodTools have a separate license cost from SOLIDWORKS?
Yes, WoodTools is an add-in sold separately by Althima. Contact us for a quote tailored to your company.
How can I test WoodTools before buying?
You can request a free assessment via the Althima contact form.