SEMA Company Brochure english

BUILDING
THE FUTURE
TOGETHER
3D-CAD/CAM Software solutions
for Timber Construction and Stair
Design as well as for Sheet Metal
Work

WE FIND
OUR
INSPIRATION
IN NATURE

SEMA PHILOSOPHY
BUILDING RESPONSIBLY
Preserving time-honoured traditions while
forging new paths. Building on our own
strengths while continuing to develop
them. Here at SEMA, we don't believe in
“either/or”. We think and act according to
the principle of “both/and”. That's why we
also combine apparent contrasts. The
result: Solutions that work in terms of
implementation, efficiency and sustainability.
That way, both people and nature
benefit.

UPHOLDING TRADITION
SHAPING THE FUTURE
COMPETENCE
IS THE BASIS
THE PLANNING PROCESS THEN:
LABORIOUS AND TIME-CONSUMING
MANUAL WORK
We are experts and we love what we do. That's why we have been
so successful in everything we have achieved since we were
founded in 1984. As a leading developer and provider of software
solutions and additional services in timber construction, stair
design and sheet metal work, we know exactly what matters to our
customers. That's why we make every single project a personal
priority and only rest when our customer is fully satisfied.

SEMA PHILOSOPHY
THE PLANNING PROCESS NOW:
EXECUTE AND VISUALISE
ANYTHING AT ANY TIME, THANKS
TO THE LATEST SOFTWARE
INNOVATION PROVIDES
LONG-TERM SECURITY
Customers in 54 countries trust in our 3D CAD/CAM software,
available in 11 languages. Among them are crafts and trades,
industrial companies and planning offices, as well as associations
and educational institutions. And because innovation is in our
DNA, we invest around 15% of our annual turnover in the further
development of our SEMA software, to make the lives of
customers around the world easier.

ONE SOFTWARE
FOR ALL APPLICATIONS
MANY FACETS
MANY BENEFITS
FACADE &
METAL CLADDING
STAIR DESIGN
Interdisciplinary work is easier than ever. Whether it's timber
construction, stair design or facade & metal cladding: The intuitive
2D/3D software from SEMA is the ideal design and construction
tool for all your building projects.
TIMBER CONSTRUCTION
Where previously, there was a lack of project overview and
complex processes needed to be laboriously managed, today
everything interlocks seamlessly. As a result, every detail can be
individually designed and transparently displayed. This ensures
maximum security, speed and efficiency throughout the design
process.
We are constantly developing our software further to keep up with
the growing needs of our customers. That's why we release an
update twice a year. There is no safer investment.

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EASY
PLANNING
FROM SMALL
TO LARGE
EVEN BETTER
TOGETHER
ALL THE BENEFITS
AT A GLANCE
The visualisation and program layout are
based on the work methods of craftsmen.
A pre-defined master data system guarantees
efficient planning processes and can
be individually adjusted by the user. All
designs automatically take place in 2D and
3D – saving plenty of time, especially when
making changes.
Whether it's a one-man business or a prefabricated
housing company: Thanks to its
module structure and integrated master
data system technology, SEMA software
perfectly adapts to special requirements.
As a result, simple solutions are just as
easily possible as the management of
complex process chains or connection to
all conventional CNC machines on the
market.
Strong partnerships guarantee simple and
open exchange of data with other
programs for structural analysis and
building services, or with theodolites/3D
laser scanners during digital measuring.
Unique features: The 3D point clouds
generated with a 3D laser scanner can be
directly input into the software and further
processed.
U Interdisciplinary complete
solution
U Intuitive multi-floor development
process from 2D to 3D
U Modular structure and
individual scalability
U Entire planning process covered
from start to finish
U Cross-platform interfaces for
easy exchange of data

»ON THE CONSTRUCTION
SITE AND IN THE OFFICE:
GOOD RESULTS NEED
GOOD TOOLS.«
CLEVER IDEAS,
RAPIDLY IMPLEMENTED
A construction site in the south-west.
Carpenter Dylan Williams talks to the
client about making changes to a complex
roof construction. The experienced
tradesman suddenly had an idea, which he
sketches on the spot. The client is
impressed: “Yes, that's exactly what I want!
How long would it take?” Where in the
past, a lot of time would have been
needed for the survey, planning and
construction, as well as determining the
materials and costs, today Dylan Williams
can do all that in an instant.
The digitalisation of the data in connection
with simple and efficient software tools
reliably and transparently shows every
single process step. And when everything
has been planned according to customer
preferences, it can progress immediately
to the professional implementation. The
benefits are not only tangible for carpentry
businesses, but also for the prefabricated
housing industry, and service providers like
planning offices and joinery workshops,
as well as schools and educational
institutions.
TIMBER
CONSTRUCTION
FURTHER INFO
www.sema-soft.com/timber-construction

SEMA SOFTWARE TIMBER CONSTRUCTION
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PLANNING AND
CONSTRUCTION
PLANS
AND LISTS
MACHINE
DATA
ALL THE BENEFITS
AT A GLANCE
Using SEMA software, all kind of ground
plans and roof designs can be planned,
visualised and constructively implemented
in any material. An input wizard,
adjustable master data, material and
fastener databases, as well as a practiceorientated
operating concept guarantee
quick and professional results.
Accurately dimensioned plans are
generated from selected cross-sections or
views of the three-dimensional building
model. The same applies for individual
components and entire element plans.
The SEMA software calculates all the
relevant measuring data and material
quantities to create a quotation and order
at the touch of a button.
The transfer of data to CNC-controlled
machines is another key feature. As the
developer of the first control to a
Hundegger joinery machine and jointfounder
of the CMP data interface, SEMA
knows what counts. To meet the constantly
growing needs of our customers, the
SEMA software can control the machines
of all the relevant manufacturers on the
market.
U The entire process chain
in one software
U Data input wizard
U Free design in 2D and 3D
U Individually adjustable master
system data
U Auto-dimensioned plans
U Comprehensive evaluations
and lists
U Supply of production data
for production

NOTHING
LEFT TO CHANCE
ONE GOAL
ONE SYSTEM
With an intelligent software solution, even complex tasks are easy
to manage. From planning to production, everything is integrated
in a single software solution. The result: A continuous workflow.
The entire process chain can easily be controlled and managed by
anyone from small carpentry and joinery workshops, all the way
through to manufacturers of prefabricated houses.
Our modern software not only enables the creation of highprecision
construction sketches; it also accurately measures all the
project data and ensures the correct execution of the order and
the flexible implementation of any necessary changes. Speaking
of which: If requirements change, the individual modules can be
quickly and easily extended.
TIMBER
CONSTRUCTION
FURTHER INFO
www.sema-soft.com/timber-construction

SEMA SOFTWARE TIMBER CONSTRUCTION
ONE SOFTWARE
NO LIMITS
TIMBER CONSTRUCTION
IN ALL ITS DIVERSITY
All conventional timber constructions are easily and reliably
covered by the corresponding module equipment. This applies
to both new builds in a timber frame and log construction, as well
as to roof or storey elevations and extensions. Timber builders
could not be better prepared for the future.
CARPENTRY-LIKE
JOINERY
The quickest way to the finished roof is via the profile and building
wizard. Dialogue-prompted input of all roof components,
predefined dormers and the complete roof structure are
automatically converted into plans, lists and machine data.
SEMA master system data opens up the
entire bandwidth of traditional and
modern timber construction to the user.
Individual parts libraries and powerful
automated systems come together to
provide flexibility with high efficiency,
down to the last detail.
This includes the following areas:
U Timber Frame Construction
U Log Construction
U Solid Wood Construction (CLT, SIP)
U Framework
U Skeleton Construction
U Modular Construction
U Hybrid Construction

»PRECISE
PLANNING FOR
PRECISE EXECUTION.«
A DREAM AND ITS REALISATION
STAIR DESIGN
Mr Smith has bought a house and wants to
replace its old staircase. He asks stair
builder, Thomas King, for a consultation.
Thomas King designs several different
staircase types in the form of a 3D model
on his laptop at Mr Smith's kitchen table.
In a few easy steps, different wood and
railing designs are adapted to the
customer's preference and visualised in
the software. The Smiths are impressed
and place an order. The next step is the
accurate laser measurement of the
existing structure with automatic data
transfer to the software. After that, the
project is planned in detail.
For the production, Thomas King instantly
supplies the data to a CNC machine, or
plots all the components for manual
production using automated 1:1 templates.
Either way: The Smith family are
looking forward to the imminent installation
date.
Both small joinery workshops and large
industrial companies benefit from our
single-source solution. Whether it's an
artistic, one-off design or industrial production,
a renovation or a new construction:
everything is possible.
FURTHER INFO
www.sema-soft.com/stair-design

SEMA SOFTWARE STAIR DESIGN
PLANNING
Any stair design or construction is possible
– whether it's in wood, steel, glass or
stone. The construction can take place
based on existing CAD plans or polylines.
A direct survey with 3D laser measurement
makes subsequent editing on the
computer significantly easier. Together
with free drawing in CAD and the
construction in both 2D and 3D, with
individually adjustable master data,
everything is quick to be completed.
VISUALISATION
Eprofessional visualisation has always
played an important role at SEMA –
starting with a standard view, all the way
through to a visualised 3D view in the
browser. Different component views and
overall views can be generated to assist
with planning control and drawing.
Whether it's photorealistic illustrations,
cross-sections, exploded drawings or
plans – anything can be created in an
instant.
Production
As well as generating 1:1 production-ready
plans and lists, the fully automated CNC
production of staircases with SEMA
connect is a real multitalent. The program
can be connected to any CNC machine.
The spectrum ranges from multi-sided
machining to interpolating 5-axis milling.
While doing so, the 3D CNC simulation
ensures maximum reliability of the
production process, and can influence the
automatically generated NC programs at
any time.
ALL THE BENEFITS
AT A GLANCE
U From planning to production:
The entire process chain in
one software
U Data input wizard
U Free design in 2D/3D
U Comprehensive fastener and
master data libraries
U Comprehensive evaluations in
lists and plans
U Maximum production reliability
with SEMA connect

»FLEXIBLE AND
MALLEABLE: SUCCESS
IS MADE OF METAL.«
IF YOU CAN DREAM IT, YOU CAN DO IT
The management board of an international
company decides: A new company
headquarters will be built in central Berlin.
Confident, functional, modern. The
facade has to signal a passion for innovation
from afar. The basis is an old factory
building. A large, established metalworking
company is invited to a preliminary
meeting. The experienced team
immediately develops the first ideas
regarding possible materials, shapes and
colours. Various 3D models are projected
onto the wall with a projector to show what
the final facade of the building might look
like. The management board is impressed,
and commissions the metalworking
company with the design and
execution of an innovative building
envelope. The latest technology, in the
form of a laser measurement system, is
used to carry out the survey. Thanks to the
high-precision measurement, concrete
detail planning can start in only a few
days.
FACADE & METAL
CLADDING
FURTHER INFO
www.sema-soft.com/facade+metal-cladding

SEMA SOFTWARE FACADE&METAL CLADDING
PLANNING
A professional 2D/3D design saves a lot of
time and resources. The required materials
are quickly determined via automatically
generated parts and order lists, all of
which are available immediately on
demand. In addition, a higher degree of
prefabrication is possible, which enables
shorter assembly times on the property.
VISUALISATION
It is proven that a realistic visualisation at
the quotation stage makes a professional
first impression. Cross-sections views or
exploded drawings to show details are
quick and easy to create. In summary: With
a realistic visualisation, you will leave
competitors in the dust, impress customers
and architects, and easily generate orders.
INTERFACES
The optional export of data to MS Office
programme offers decisive benefits. For
example, the further processing of data for
calculations and quotations. The BIMcompatibility
of SEMA enables the
exchange of data with other CAD programme
based on commonplace 3D file
formats. In addition, it offers interfaces to
numerous machine and software manufacturers
in the metalworking industry.
ALL THE BENEFITS
AT A GLANCE
U Reduce errors through CAD
on a 1:1 scale
U Enjoy competitive benefits
through 3D visualisation
U Save time through projects via
IFC or exchange of SEMA projects
with other disciplines
U Automatic surface division
and component processing
U Paperless design

FROM 3D LASER
MEASUREMENT
TO A CAD MODEL
INVENTORY OF THE BUILDING STRUCTURE MADE EASY
SEMA introduces new standards in the
processing of digital 3D data and its
implementation in CAD software. The 3D
images created with a laser scanner are
imported directly into the SEMA software
as a point cloud. The 3D models form the
perfect basis for renovation plans or work
on existing structures. Vertical/horizontal
sections can be created immediately in
the programme and all relevant survey
points can be identified quickly and easily.
By using point clouds directly in the SEMA
programme, a high level of planning
accuracy is achieved. The result is a digital
survey of the entire construction site, i.e.
the entire existing building fabric, which is
available as a millimetre-accurate 3D
model for planning purposes. This type of
surveying on the construction site means
that no dimensions are forgotten and
there are no nasty surprises, as in the past,
during assembly on the construction site!
FURTHER INFO
www.sema-soft.com/point-clouds

SEMA SOFTWARE PLANNING PROCESS & INTERFACES
BIM: PERFECT
EXCHANGE OF INFORMATION
OPEN
BIM
CLOSED
BIM
BIDIRECTIONAL
INTEGRATION
The SEMA programme features a wide
range of interfaces for importing and
exporting. Particularly the IFC model
which is suitable for intelligent data
exchange with further specialised software
products for heating and ventilation
technology, plumbing and electrical
planning, and much more.
U Benefit: Various special programme
compile information in a 3D model
Even today many cross-discipline planning
processes are embedded in the SEMA
software and can be implemented without
any external data exchange. From the
initial draft plan to machine control - SEMA
has incorporated the fields "Timber
Construction", "Stair Design" and
“Facade & Metal Cladding" into a unique
software suite.
U Benefit: No interface – no data loss
Office organisation and calculations or
Structural Analysis are only two examples
of how data exchange already goes far
beyond the term “interface”. The data of
the individual software components are
directly coupled.
U Benefit: Bidirectional data exchange
without interface losses

SEMA FACTS & FIGURES
OUR PHILOSOPHY
THINK GLOBAL,
ACT LOCAL
ONE SOFTWARE
FOUR CONTINENTS
54 COUNTRIES
We professionally support our customers
around the world with assistance and
advice. This calls for local branches with
experts who understand the exact requirements
of the respective market and can
respond accordingly. And, not least, short
communication paths that ensure rapid
assistance. Our software is now used
successfully in 61 countries – and growing.
Headquarters of the corporate group
Other SEMA locations
External sales offices of the SEMA group
SEMA sales partners

83 PERMANENT
EMPLOYEES
61COUNTRIES
11PROGRAMME LANGUAGES
12 SALES
PARTNERS WORLDWIDE
20SEMA OFFICES
11.000 CUSTOMERS
SEMA: A SUCCESS STORY
2022
The new e-learning platform
"SEMA College" with numerous
training videos and course
materials was set up
2020
Relocation of SEMA to a new,
state-of-the-art office building
with an area of 1800 m²
2019
SEMA celebrates its 35th
anniversary and builds a new
company headquarters
2015
Launch of the new SEMA
software for Facade & Metal
Cladding
2011
Further expansion of
international activities
2009
Construction of a company
building in Château-Gontier,
France
2007
Establishment of SEMA
Italia srl.
2001
Establishment of company
SEMA France SARL
2000
First 32-bit version SEMA V8
1997
New build of development and
training centre
1995
Launch of the new SEMA
software for Stair Design
1993
Move to the new office building
1988
Extension of the SEMA software
in the fields of Timber Framing /
Prefabricated Houses
1987
Worldwide first data transfer to a
joinery machine directly from
the computer
1984
Establishment of the company
by Roman Mayr and Johannes
Sekulla

SEMA SERVICES
PROFESSIONAL SUPPORT AND
CUSTOMER PROXIMITY FOR MORE SUCCESS
SEMA stands for intelligent software,
diverse applications and continuous
further development. We also offer
comprehensive seminar programmes, as
well as high quality customer service. In
everything we do, our customers are the
top priority.
Our services at a glance:
„ E-Learning platform SEMA College
„ Telephone assistance
„ Remote support
„ Seminars and Workshops
„ Customer-specific training courses
„ Instructions and Tutorials
SERVICE &
SUPPORT
Our professional and experienced
specialists assist our customers with all
technical questions. Thanks to remote
maintenance, our hotline always has the
right solution at hand.
E-LEARNING
SEMA COLLEGE
The SEMA College on our website
comprises the entire school, training and
further education for the SEMA software.
Here you can find training videos and
course material for SEMA customers and
students as well as special training
material for teachers and trainers.
TRAINING &
INDIVIDUAL COURSES
The training courses are precisely tailored
to the preferences and work processes of
our customers. Our instructors will focus
on all questions and requirements in
detail on site. Be it preparatory steps or
machine connection: The content is
specific to the needs of the customer.

SEMA NETWORK
PARTNERSHIPS
CREATE ADDED VALUE
Working with skilled partners creates
synergy and provides more potential for
mutual benefit. This provides an extra
boost of added value. Because intelligent
connections yield valuable, complete
solutions. In other words: A strong network
always keeps up with the times and helps
all involved achieve their goals quicker.
Why experiment where it's not needed?

SEMA OUTLOOK
WE SHAPE CHANGE
When our company was founded in 1984, no one could have
dreamed that this small company from Allgäu, would one day
become a globally successful corporate group. Our software
solutions and additional services for the timber construction, stair
design and metalworking industry have long been established as
the benchmark for these industries. Nevertheless, we don't rest
on our laurels, but promise to remain true to our philosophy: To
give our best at all times, so our customers can realise their
construction ideas quickly and efficiently.

THE FUTURE
BELONGS TO THOSE
WHO COMBINE
TRADITION
WITH VISION

COMPANY HEADQUARTERS:
SEMA GMBH – COMPUTER SOFTWARE
UND HARDWARE-VERTRIEB
87499 WILDPOLDSRIED
GERMANY
WWW.SEMA-SOFT.COM
PHONE 0049 - 8304 - 939 0
INFO@SEMA-SOFT.COM