SDS/2 Design Data V2017.3 Built on a solid foundation, SDS/2 software provides sophisticated and complete solutions covering the entire construction cycle. Our products automate detailing, ordering, and communicating with shop equipment — reducing the time required to finish the job on time and under budget. Put simply, our core strengths of connection design calculations, detailing, automated fabrication and site planning can help improve your bottom line. SDS/2 Detailing offers the highest level of automation and intelligence available in 3D steel detailing. With unparalleled connection design intelligence and high-quality drawing production, SDS/2 gives you the power to get the job done. Connection Design Uniquely intelligent approach to connection design considers framing conditions and erectability, automatically performing clash prevention. Cost Savings SDS/2 Detailing value engineers connections on a project, designing the most economical connections to fabricate and erect. Unmatched Drawing Quality Only SDS/2 automatically generates details, submaterial drawings and erection drawings with unmatched drawing quality, saving detailers time and money. SDS/2 Engineering combines connection design with 3D frame analysis and member design, all neatly packaged for use as an accurate BIM model. No other engineering product can offer the same model accuracy and time savings.