To advance their fabrication processes, Bassett Mechanical adopted MSUITE’s FAB and BIM software, dramatically improving production output. “MSUITE has completely changed the manufacturing game for us,” said Tyler Peterson, vice president of manufacturing at Bassett Mechanical. “By digitizing our workflows and automating key processes, we’ve achieved levels of efficiency and accuracy that were previously unimaginable. It’s a transformative tool that has truly elevated our operations.” MSUITE is part of the DEWALT® Construction Technology suite; DEWALT is a benefactor of MCAA26.
Increasingly Complex Demands
As fabrication demands grew more complex, Bassett Mechanical needed a solution to increase shop efficiency, reduce errors, and provide real-time visibility into their fabrication workflows. Their goal was to streamline operations from design through production, ensuring projects stayed on schedule and within budget while maintaining their high quality standards.
MSUITE FAB enabled seamless coordination between design and fabrication, enhancing Bassett Mechanical’s ability to deliver precise, constructible models directly to the shop floor. MSUITE BIM streamlined shop management, providing a centralized platform for tracking production progress, material status, and labor productivity involved with fabrication and throughput.
“By going digital with MSUITE FAB, we’ve reduced the manual processes of administering work—less printing, copying, scanning, and moving documents around the shop,” said Peterson. “We now have real-time visibility into project status, welder IDs, and heat numbers.”
Impact on Output, Quality
Since implementing MSUITE, Bassett Mechanical has seen substantial gains in production output. By automating previously manual processes and delivering real-time data to the shop floor, the team can focus more on building and less on administrative coordination. These improvements have allowed Bassett to take on more complex projects with confidence, knowing they have the tools to deliver on time and at a high level of quality.
MSUITE’s connected BIM and FAB solutions contributed to measurable gains across Bassett Mechanical’s operation, showcasing the power of integrating technology into every stage of fabrication. Transitioning from manual workflows to MSUITE’s modern digital platform has been a game-changer for Bassett. Tasks that once required extensive paperwork, duplicate data entry, and manual tracking are now handled efficiently in real time. This shift has streamlined communication between teams, reduced bottlenecks, and allowed for a more proactive approach to managing shop operations.
The CNC angle clipper, CNC structural profiler, CNC pipe profiler, and back gauge on Marvel saw—integrated with cutting software such as ProCAM and PypeServer—allow for direct export of cutting files from design files, automating cutting, punching, and layout tasks that were once programmed manually. Peterson pointed out, “MSUITE FAB has allowed us to get all our projects into one system, giving us the ability to track performance and analyze throughput by drawing, package, and workflow.”
From drawings and schedules to timecards and quality control documentation, the entire workflow is now digital, reducing errors and increasing efficiency. By centralizing drawings, material lists, and change orders within a digital platform, the software ensures that everyone—from engineers to shop floor staff—works from the most current set of plans. As a result, Bassett Mechanical has minimized confusion, reduced costly errors from outdated documents, and improved collaboration across departments. The enhanced transparency and traceability have streamlined audits and compliance reporting, saving time and increasing customer confidence.
Read MSUITE’s blog post, “How BIM Automation Reduces Rework and Improves Shop Performance”: https://www.msuite.com/how-bim-automation-reduces-rework-and-improves-shop-performance/
MSUITE BIM, a plugin to design software Revit and SpoolFab, generates spool drawings that integrate seamlessly with MSUITE FAB and CNC cutting software. On the vessel side, SolidWorks models are exported to isometric spool drawing software SpoolFab, eliminating manual take-offs, and can be directly imported to MSUITE FAB fabrication tracking software. “For our VDC [virtual design and construction] team, the tools make the transition from design to spooling incredibly efficient. MSUITE BIM has given our shop and field associates a better product,” Peterson noted.
The Future of Fabrication
Since adopting MSUITE solutions, Bassett Mechanical has achieved measurable improvements:
- Increased efficiency: Real-time updates and streamlined workflows have led to faster fabrication timelines.
- Reduced errors: Enhanced coordination between design and fabrication has minimized costly mistakes and rework.
- Enhanced visibility: Shop floor teams and project managers now have access to live data, enhancing decision-making and overall productivity.
Peterson credits MSUITE with helping Bassett Mechanical move into the future of fabrication. “MSUITE has transformed how we manage the shop. We continue to push the boundaries of what’s possible in fabrication by leveraging MSUITE’s innovative technology,” he said.
For more information, visit www.msuite.com. MCAA thanks DEWALT Industrial Tool Company for being a benefactor of MCAA26, sponsoring the hotel room key cards and beverage break.
