TechDesign Training

Empowering fabricators with faster, smarter and more accurate aluminium building project processing

TechDesign, developed and maintained by Hydro Building Systems, is the trusted software platform used across our fabrication network to streamline the full project workflow - from first estimate to fabrication. Designed with efficiency and accuracy at its core, TechDesign enables customers to configure, cost and deliver TECHNAL aluminium window, door and facade solutions with confidence.

Our two-day TechDesign training programme supports fabricators, estimators and project teams in getting the very best from the software. The course provides hands-on guidance through core functions, helping users work more efficiently and improve project accuracy at every stage.

Why choose TechDesign?

TechDesign is created for professionals who need clarity, speed and reliability in their day-to-day processes. The software enables users to:

Generate accurate job and project cost estimates
Produce complete material and glass orders
Generate cutting, machining and manufacturing information
Connect directly to ComAlu
Integrate CNC production through ALUCAM

Together, this functionality allows teams to reduce manual work, minimise risk and accelerate project delivery.

What the two-day training includes

The training programme gives users a comprehensive understanding of the TechDesign software - ideal for new starters and teams looking to refresh or extend their skills.

Project Setup & Management

- Creating jobs and project phases - Defining job defaults such as glazing types, surface finishes and connection methods - Using the Default Calculation Table to set material discounts - Creating the customer groups and project contacts

Design & Configuration Tools

- Building windows, doors and curtain wall constructions - Working with user-defined default constructions - Simple cross-sections - Automated drawing generation

Outputs & Reporting

- Producing parts lists - Job cost reports - Offers and estimates - Material and glass orders - Cutting lists and manufacturing information - U-value reports - Project-specific EPD reports

Outputs & Reporting

- Aligning users with customer calculation tables - Setting personal defaults to streamline day-to-day tasks

Benefits of completing the training

Faster project turnaround

Your team gain the skills to configure systems, generate offers and provide manufacturing data more quickly - helping your business respond to enquiries and keep production moving efficiently

Reduced errors and improved accuracy

Structured configuration tools and automated calculations remove manual steps, reducing the risk of pricing or fabrication mistakes

Better alignment with TECHNAL systems

The TechDesign training ensures users understand how the software mirrors TECHNAL's product ranges and performance requirements

Stronger commercial performance

Clear pricing, optimisation calculations and reliable material ordering support better cost control and stronger project margins

Ready for sustainable specification

With U-value reporting and Environmental Product Declarations (EPDs) outputs built in, users can support clients who prioritise low-carbon design and environmental transparency

Who Should Attend?

This course is ideally suited to:

Estimators and project cost planners
Fabricators and production teams
Designers and technical staff
New system users within the fabrication business
Anyone looking to improve project efficiency and accuracy

Who Should Attend?

TechDesign training helps fabricators unlock the full potential of the software, enabling smoother workflows, more accurate reporting and stronger commercial performance.

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Have a question, need technical guidance, or want to discuss a specific build? Our team of experts is here to help. Reach out today and discover how TECHNAL can bring added value to your commercial or residential aluminium building project.