What FRAMECAD does

FRAMECAD is a New Zealand-headquartered, privately held company that has built and operated end-to-end cold-formed steel (CFS) framing systems for over 35 years. Its core offering is an integrated stack comprising FRAMECAD Steelwise (proprietary design and engineering software producing code-compliant steel framing designs), a family of roll-forming machines (F325iT, F325iT-L, F450iT, TF550H, ST825iT, ST925iT, ST950H) capable of producing profiles up to 12-gauge at line speeds up to 5,400 ft/hr, FRAMECAD Nexa (a production management platform launched October 2024, purpose-built for steel framing and now sold via tiered subscriptions), FRAMECAD Building Components (connectors, fasteners, steel coils), and the FRAMECAD Mobile Factory (a containerized deployable manufacturing solution used in disaster relief). FRAMECAD holds ICC-ESR 2361, CE Marking, Intertek CCRR-0130, and supports UL fire-rated fabricator status, providing regulatory entry barriers in major construction markets.

The company's revenue model spans one-time capital equipment sales (roll-forming machines sold via quote-based Americas and Rest-of-World T&Cs), recurring Nexa SaaS subscriptions ($1,000–$3,000 per manufacturing line per year plus a free tier), software licensing (Steelwise under a formal Software License Agreement), recurring component and steel coil sales, professional services and training, and downstream retail via Frame Up Now on HomeDepot.com. Go-to-market combines direct enterprise field sales with regional sales directors, the FRAMECAD Connect channel partner network of 30+ specialists in the US plus international reach across 100+ countries, event-driven demand generation at major tradeshows (Big 5, Offsite Expo, COLAB), and community-led content marketing through the Steel Framing Connections podcast and a 20,000+ subscriber newsletter.

FRAMECAD serves a diversified set of customer segments: steel framing manufacturers, general contractors and modular builders (Intellisteel, Douglass Colony, Volstrukt, SteelBiltt, Frame Up Now), residential and commercial developers, data center contractors (C.J. Coakley), disaster relief and humanitarian organizations (Red Cross), DIY/self-build homeowners via Frame Up Now and Home Depot, and sustainable development organizations (Tiguri GmbH, Royal Systems). Customer outcomes cited include up to 50% faster construction, ~20% annual general property insurance savings, ~50% builders' risk insurance reduction, 30–60% lighter framing than wood, and 0% waste to landfill — positioning FRAMECAD as the incumbent systems provider in an industry it has shaped for over three decades.

Name

FRAMECAD

Legal name

FRAMECAD Limited

Website

https://framecad.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1990

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

FRAMECAD provides end-to-end cold-formed steel building systems combining proprietary design software (Steelwise), automated roll-forming equipment, and the Nexa production management platform. The company serves steel framing manufacturers, general contractors, developers, and modular builders across 100+ countries.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Cold-Formed Steel Framing Equipment and Systems

NAICS

Fabricated Structural Metal Manufacturing (332312), Architectural and Structural Metals Manufacturing (3323)

SIC

Fabricated Structural Metal Products (3440), Prefabricated Metal Buildings & Components (3448)

akta.pro primary industry

Cold-Formed Steel Framing & Studs (IMADACAF)

akta.pro secondary industries

Steel Joists, Joist Girders & Decking (IMADACAC), Structural Steel Fabrication (IMADACAA)

Keywords

• Cold-formed steel framing
• Roll-forming equipment
• Steel framing software
• Construction manufacturing systems
• Modular building solutions

Headquarters

HQ city

Auckland

HQ country

New Zealand

HQ region

Oceania

Offices4 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Operations, Supply Chain, Technology or R&D, Personnel, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Roll-Forming Equipment Sales: One-time capital equipment sales of FRAMECAD roll-forming machines (F325iT, F325iT-L, F450iT, TF550H, ST825iT, ST925iT, ST950H) to manufacturers and developers. Distinct Americas vs Rest of World terms & conditions indicate regional pricing/sales structure. Mobile Factory variants also sold for disaster relief and remote deployment.
2. FRAMECAD Nexa SaaS Subscriptions: Recurring annual subscriptions per manufacturing line for FRAMECAD Nexa production management platform: Nexa Base (free), Nexa Builder ($1,000/yr/line), Nexa Podium ($2,000/yr/line), Nexa Enterprise ($3,000/yr/line). Tiered feature differentiation including quality control, coil management, mobile app, project tracking, panel status updates, and logistical planning.
3. Design & Engineering Software Licensing: Software license sales/agreements for FRAMECAD Steelwise design and engineering software (Version 4.0 finalized March 2025), including a formal Software License Agreement. Bundled or sold alongside hardware to enable code-compliant CFS design.
4. Building Components & Steel Coils: One-stop shop for components: connectors, fasteners, steel coils, and other accessories certified to work with the FRAMECAD system. Recurring consumable revenue tied to customer production volumes.
5. Customer Success, Training & Professional Services: Education, services, and support offerings including expert-led training across all aspects of the FRAMECAD System, global 24/7 support, and a customer Learning Hub (customer-framecad.talentlms.com). Includes onboarding, ICC-ES Listee support, and ongoing engineering/design assistance.
6. Frame Up Now DIY Kit Distribution (via Home Depot): End-consumer kit sales of FRAMECAD-enabled cold-formed steel house framing kits via Frame Up Now on HomeDepot.com, providing a downstream retail/e-commerce distribution stream for the residential DIY segment.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion5 records

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

FRAMECAD provides an end-to-end cold-formed steel (CFS) building system that combines proprietary design and engineering software (FRAMECAD Steelwise), automated roll-forming equipment (F325iT, F325iT-L, F450iT, TF550H, ST825iT, ST925iT, ST950H), a cloud-based production management platform (FRAMECAD Nexa), certified building components, and a deployable Mobile Factory. The integrated system enables manufacturers, developers, and contractors to design, engineer, and produce code-compliant steel framing for residential, commercial, modular, mid-rise, disaster relief, and data center applications across more than 100 countries.

Product overview

FRAMECAD operates a single integrated end-to-end platform for cold-formed steel (CFS) framing, sold as a system of interoperable products rather than as standalone items. The platform is anchored by FRAMECAD Steelwise (design and engineering software for code-compliant steel framing), FRAMECAD Nexa (the production management platform that orchestrates jobs from design to installation), and a family of roll-forming machines (FRAMECAD F325iT, F325iT-L, F450iT, TF550H, ST825iT, ST925iT, and ST950H) that manufacture the framing components on-site or in factory settings. Supporting these are FRAMECAD Building Components (connectors, fasteners, steel coils), the FRAMECAD Mobile Factory (deployable manufacturing solution for remote and disaster zones), the FRAMECAD Connect partner network, and the FRAMECAD Communities customer portal that ties together support, Nexa, the Knowledge Center, shop and training.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• FRAMECAD Nexa: The first end-to-end production management platform purpose-built for steel framing, offering real-time data, quality control, and capacity management.
• FRAMECAD Steelwise
• FRAMECAD Connect
• FRAMECAD Mobile Factory

Products and services

• FRAMECAD Steelwise Steel framing design and engineering software providing precise detailing, real-time engineering analysis, code-compliant design to the International Building Code (IBC), and integration with BIM design packages such as Tekla, Vertex, and Strucsoft. Generates structural documentation suitable for permitting and feeds directly into FRAMECAD roll-forming equipment. Sold to engineers, designers, and manufacturers.
• FRAMECAD Nexa End-to-end cloud-based production management platform purpose-built for steel framing manufacturers. Provides quality control, capacity management, real-time project data, AI-powered coil inventory import, panel status tracking from design to installation, mobile app, and integration with third-party design software. Winner of Innovative Product of the Year at World of Modular 2025.
• FRAMECAD F325iT Dedicated single-profile steel framing roll-forming machine for single-family home and small-scale residential framing. Produces components such as 3-1/2" and 5-1/2" profiles with simplified operation that reduces training requirements, minimizes downtime, and lowers inventory needs. Used by Frame Up Now for the Altadena fire-resistant home rebuild.
• FRAMECAD F325iT-L Variant of the F325iT dedicated-profile steel framing roll-forming machine within the FRAMECAD System, listed in the site's product footer navigation as a separate SKU.
• FRAMECAD F450iT Dedicated-profile roll-forming machine suited to single-family home and small-scale residential cold-formed steel framing, producing all necessary framing components for residential builds using 3-1/2" and 5-1/2" profiles.
• FRAMECAD TF550H Versatile multi-purpose roll-forming system for light commercial projects. Features 14 roll forming stations, 12 hydraulic and punching functions, an intuitive gauging system for 0.95-2.0mm steel thicknesses, and custom tooling options for higher production speeds and profile quality.
• FRAMECAD ST825iT Multi-profile roll-forming system for mid-rise residential and light commercial buildings, offering up to four profiles for flexible building options. Features auto-gauging system (0.75-1.6 mm), up to 20 hydraulic and punching functions, hot-climate hydraulic cooling system, and cloud-based real-time data reporting.
• FRAMECAD ST925iT Multi-profile roll-forming system for large-scale mid-rise commercial and residential buildings using FRAMECAD patented technology. Produces 20-14 gauge (0.95-2.0 mm) steel for wall frames, roof trusses, and floor joists at up to 1,680 m/hr. Includes 10 advanced punching functions, rapid profile changes via automated raft, and cloud-based smart connectivity.
• FRAMECAD ST950H Comprehensive multi-profile manufacturing system for large-scale mid-rise, commercial, industrial, and residential construction. Heavy-duty gauge capacity up to 97 mils (2.5mm / 12 gauge), industry-leading line speed up to 5,400 ft/hr (1,680 m/hr), 15 precision punching functions, quick gauge change, servo-driven automated profile adjustments, and specialist floor joist tooling with extruded service holes for HVAC, plumbing, and electrical.
• FRAMECAD Mobile Factory Complete, secure, self-contained mobile manufacturing facility deployable to remote areas and disaster zones with little or no infrastructure. Uses containerized roll-forming systems to deliver an on-site 'factory in a container' for rapid construction. Deployed with Red Cross to rebuild Vunikaikaloa Arya School in Fiji after Cyclone Winston in only 10 days.
• FRAMECAD Building Components One-stop shop of certified accessories and consumables for FRAMECAD cold-formed steel construction, including connectors, fasteners, steel coils, flooring, roofing, membranes, and bracing. All tools and products are certified to work with the FRAMECAD system for any project type from residential to industrial/commercial.

Quantifiable outcome

• Up to 50% faster construction vs traditional methods
• +11 more outcomes

Named customers16 records

Segments7 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration4 records

AI capability5 records

Feature10 records

Partnerships

19 partnerships are on record, tiered flagship, core and minor.

• Douglass ColonyflagshipChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorFRAMECAD Connect specialist in steel framing design, manufacturing, and building. Featured on the FRAMECAD homepage logo wall. Joe Doxey of Douglass Colony is a featured FRAMECAD spokesperson on the Build it Better Podcast, citing McDonald's commercial construction savings with FRAMECAD systems.
• IntellisteelflagshipChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorFRAMECAD Connect partner offering turnkey modular solutions and on-site applications. Constructed the Sage Park assisted living facility (110,000 sq ft, 7,699 panels in 14 weeks). Listed on FRAMECAD homepage and customer success section.
• VolstruktflagshipChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorFRAMECAD Connect specialist partner listed on homepage logo wall as one of the most prominent FRAMECAD-aligned manufacturers/builders in North America.
• SteelBilttcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorFRAMECAD Connect partner. Featured case study on 'How SteelBiltt Streamlines Operations with FRAMECAD Nexa' (September 2025), indicating deep product integration with FRAMECAD's production management platform.
• Frame Up NowflagshipChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorFirst-to-market supplier of FRAMECAD-enabled cold-formed steel framing kits for DIY/self-build homeowners. Products available directly from Frame Up Now or via HomeDepot.com. Manufactured the structural package for the Altadena fire-resistant home rebuild (GA Design Build) using the FRAMECAD F325iT. CEO Rodger Ford is a published spokesperson for FRAMECAD-enabled rebuild approaches.
• Home Depot (HomeDepot.com)flagshipChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorNational retail distribution channel for FRAMECAD-enabled DIY house framing kits via Frame Up Now's storefront on HomeDepot.com. Extends FRAMECAD's reach into the consumer/DIY market segment.
• GA Design BuildflagshipStrategic or Co-development PartnerLed by CEO Gabe Alvarez. Partnered with Frame Up Now on the first cold-formed steel fire-resistant residential rebuild in Altadena, California after the 2025 Eaton wildfire. Demonstrates FRAMECAD-enabled accelerated rebuild methodology for wildfire-prone regions, establishing a new pathway for fire-resistant homes at scale.
• 3S Structural Steel Solutions (Blocks Group)flagshipChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorKey Saudi Arabian customer/partner since 2021 using FRAMECAD F325iT roll-forming system. Construction Director Yousef Sbeity has worked with FRAMECAD for 20+ years in KSA. Delivered Boulevard World China Zone in 55 days using FRAMECAD-enabled mobile factory methodology. 2M+ meters of 89mm profile produced; 1,600+ tons of steel delivered.
• SelacoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerSaudi entertainment and development company that commissioned Boulevard World Riyadh and awarded 3S Structural Steel Solutions (a FRAMECAD customer) the Chinese pavilion build in 55 days. FRAMECAD's LGS system was the approved methodology for the project.
• Royal Systems & Services LtdcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerGhanaian telecommunications and engineering company partnering with Tiguri GmbH on the Takoradi Green Campus project using FRAMECAD LGS technology to deliver a 3,000-bed student village for the Takoradi Technical University over a 20-year period.
• Tiguri GmbHcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerSwiss-based sustainable development company using FRAMECAD LGS technology for Green Villages in target markets. Co-developing the Takoradi Green Campus (3,000-bed student accommodation) with Royal Systems & Services Ltd. Vision to play a significant role in fighting extreme poverty by 2030.
• ICC-ES (International Code Council Evaluation Service)flagshipOthersFRAMECAD holds ICC-ESR 2361 evaluation report covering all profile ranges. Enables FRAMECAD Connect partners to become Listees in less than 2 months, saving tens of thousands of dollars vs independent application. Widely recognized gold standard for building code approvals in the US.
• IntertekcoreOthersFRAMECAD holds Intertek CCRR-0130 certification mark for product quality and safety. Enables FRAMECAD Connect partners to be listed as certified fabricators for Intertek webbed joist fire-rated assemblies.
• UL (Underwriters Laboratories)coreOthersFRAMECAD Listees can become UL certified fabricators of FRAMECAD fire-rated truss assemblies. UL mark is the single most accepted certification mark across the US.
• Red CrossflagshipStrategic or Co-development PartnerHumanitarian partner that deployed FRAMECAD's Mobile Factory solution to rebuild the Vunikaikaloa Arya School in Fiji after Cyclone Winston in only 10 days. Demonstrates FRAMECAD's disaster-relief construction capabilities in remote/affected areas.
• FRAMECAD Connect Network (Taynr, Raymond, F.L. Crane & Sons, Wies Offsite, Orange Coast College, Reliance Interiors, Rhodes USA, Ready Frame Systems, Integrated Steel, Steel Tek Framing, Forge, MetaLigna, AJ Wells, BILDTEK Steel Framing, Intellistructure, B&T Manufacturing, eCo Super Structures, LL Metal Works, Mythic Engineering, Excel Engineering, Accurate Steel Fab (ASF), DFS Construction, JD Metals, MartinMartin, Monoache Prefab, PDM Constructors, Wall-Panel Prefab, Steel Panel Truss, Network Framing Solutions, New Beginnings Engineering)coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAggregate channel partner network. FRAMECAD Connect specialists design, manufacture, and build with the FRAMECAD System across the US, with some acting as educational institutions (Orange Coast College) or DIY kit suppliers. Each operates as a local/regional FRAMECAD-aligned fabricator or builder, extending geographic and segment reach.
• C.J. CoakleyminorImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerGeneral contractor featured in FRAMECAD's data center construction content. Senior Project Manager David Huff cited as a customer and thought partner on the use of CFS for hyperscale and enterprise data center exterior façades and interior wall systems.
• Cold-Formed Steel Engineers Institute (CFSEI)coreImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerIndustry body whose directory of experienced CFS engineers is referenced by FRAMECAD as a resource for customers seeking CFS building design support beyond FRAMECAD's own global certified engineering consultant network.
• Tekla / Vertex / StrucsoftcoreTechnology or IntegrationThird-party BIM/CAD design software platforms integrated with the FRAMECAD system via FRAMECAD Nexa's open-access features. Customers can connect any design software to the FRAMECAD system without file conversion headaches, enabling seamless engineering-to-production workflows.

Scale indicators11 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights7 records

Others

• Voortman Steel Machinery: Manufacturer of steel processing and fabrication machinery including roll-forming-adjacent equipment; serves overlapping fabricator customers but in broader structural steel rather than CFS specialization.

Direct peers

• Scottsdale Construction Systems: Manufacturer of cold-formed steel framing systems and roll-forming equipment, offering integrated end-to-end solutions comparable to FRAMECAD's hardware/software stack for residential and commercial builders.
• Howick Steel Manufacturing: New Zealand-based manufacturer of roll-forming equipment for cold-formed steel framing. Closest direct competitor with similar technology, equipment categories, and end-market focus on light gauge steel framing.
• Pinnacle Steel Framing Systems: Producer of roll-forming equipment and integrated steel framing systems for residential and light commercial construction, with comparable product breadth and customer base.

Emerging players

• BONE Structure: Light steel frame home construction technology company targeting the residential segment where FRAMECAD competes via Frame Up Now; smaller and more design-led.
• Arkitech Advanced Construction Technologies: Light gauge steel framing design software and roll-forming equipment provider with a comparable end-to-end offering; smaller scale and narrower geographic footprint than FRAMECAD.

Broad incumbents

• Aegis Metal Framing: Supplier of cold-formed steel framing systems, including panelization and trusses, serving US commercial and residential markets with overlapping customer base to FRAMECAD's partner network.
• CEMCO (California Expanded Metal Products): Major manufacturer of cold-formed steel framing products and components serving the same contractor and fabricator customers as FRAMECAD, though focused on components rather than integrated equipment systems.
• TrusSteel (MiTek Industries): Cold-formed steel truss solutions brand within MiTek's broader construction-technology portfolio; serves overlapping CFS markets but as part of a much larger incumbent framing hardware platform.
• ADTEK Metal Framing: Manufacturer and supplier of cold-formed steel framing systems and components serving commercial and residential builders; overlapping end customers but broader product portfolio rather than integrated equipment focus.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat6 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/FRAMECAD

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles9 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds5 records

Investors1 record

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

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