Efficient work preparation at the welding table: How to use Siegmund STEP data and the Siegmund Configurator for your designs

Anyone looking to work precisely and cost-effectively in metal processing knows that excellent preparation is half the battle. A high-quality welding table forms the foundation of any professional workshop. However, efficiency often begins long before the first weld seam — right at the computer in your 3D CAD software.

Siegmund offers designers and welders two powerful digital tools for this: free downloads of STEP data for your own CAD system and the intuitive Siegmund 3D Configurator.

In this article, you will learn how to make the most of these tools to virtually clamp your components on the welding table.

Option 1: Maximum Flexibility Through Siegmund STEP Data Downloads

For designers who work daily with professional CAD software (such as SolidWorks, Autodesk Inventor, Fusion 360, or CATIA), we offer a first-class service: matching STEP files are available for free download on our website for almost every product and accessory.

How Does the STEP Data Workflow Work?

1. Select Product: Navigate on our website to your desired welding table (e.g., System 16, System 22, or System 28) or the appropriate clamping devices (clamps, bolts, squares).
2. Download CAD Data: Download the standardized .step file directly to your computer.
3. Assemble in Your Own 3D Program: Import the welding table and accessories into your own assembly. You can now place your custom-designed components to scale on the table and build virtual fixtures.

Pro Expert Tip: By pre-clamping in your CAD software, you instantly see whether you have enough space, which accessories you need, and if all weld seams remain freely accessible. This saves valuable working time in the shop.

Option 2: The Siegmund Configurator – The Digital Workshop in Your Browser

Don't have a CAD program at hand, or want to plan a fixture quickly and effortlessly? The Siegmund Configurator is the perfect solution. It brings the entire Siegmund product portfolio directly to your screen—either as a browser version or as an app for your tablet (Note: Not available for smartphones).

With access to over 1,500 table variants, more than 1,900 accessory parts, and over 400 ready-to-use project templates, there are no limits to your ideas.

Top Features of the Configurator at a Glance:

• Import Your Own 3D Models: Easily upload your own components (up to max. 20 MB) in common formats such as .step, .obj, or .stl into the configurator.
• Intuitive Positioning: Position and clamp your components directly on the chosen welding table using original Siegmund accessories.
• Automatic Bill of Materials (BOM) Export: After successful planning, export the complete list of used Siegmund products. This makes ordering extremely simple.
• Save & Share: Save your projects locally, in the cloud, or share the designs with colleagues and clients.
• Augmented Reality (AR): Present your design live on site in the actual workshop via tablet.

Conclusion: Digital Work Preparation Secures Your Competitive Advantage

Whether you take the traditional route by downloading STEP data into your own system or leverage the flexibility of the Siegmund Configurator: digital planning on the welding table minimizes setup times and prevents costly planning errors.

Get started now: Choose the Configurator or download the right 3D models for your next project. Helpful video tutorials (on navigating the viewport or placing products) are available directly within the Configurator to help you get started.

Note for Authorized Dealers: Following successful dealer verification, the Configurator unlocks exclusive features for digital quotation generation, including 2D bills of materials.