TEDICAD GmbH · Digital thinking for staircase construction
Compass staircase software

From design
to manufacturing.

Compass Software GmbH develops the CAD/CAM solution. TEDICAD is a regional contact for questions about selection, use and services.

Modules to match your requirements

The functions described belong to different base modules and options. Availability depends on the specific software configuration and machine integration.

Stair construction in Compass
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01 / Design

Develop staircases digitally

Compass supports the design of different stair types, including stringer, cut-string, spiral, folded-plate and bolted stairs. Depending on the configuration, railings, component details and spatial constraints can be included. Presets support recurring designs.

Manufacturer's design information Discuss your configuration
3D view of a curved timber staircase in Compass
Images: Compass Software
02 / 3D presentation

Show the design in space

3D visualisation shows a design from different viewpoints. Views, materials and spatial relationships support discussion before manufacturing. Compass provides presentation features and further options for this purpose.

Manufacturer's 3D presentation information Discuss your configuration
Drawings and parts list from Compass
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03 / Manufacturing

Reuse the design data

The design can produce parts lists and, with the appropriate configuration, full-size templates for manual processing. Suitable machine interfaces and postprocessors are used for CNC manufacturing. The actual machine and desired workflow must be taken into account.

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Preview of the official Compass staircase configurator
COMPASS SOFTWARE / ONLINE

Your staircase. In your browser.

Compare stair types and plan interactively in 3D with the official Compass staircase configurator.

Plan a staircase online

Product views from Compass Software: Original views illustrate software functions; they are not TEDICAD customer references.

COMPASS / CAM · CNC

Compass connects your machine fleet.

Compass offers CNC integration for all major manufacturers, including older equipment and specialist machines. Documented examples include:

  • Biesse
  • Busellato
  • Felder / FORMAT4
  • HOLZ-HER
  • HOMAG
  • Krüsi
  • MAKA
  • Masterwood
  • MMB
  • MKM / Fraxinus
  • Reichenbacher
  • SCM

Your manufacturer or model is not listed? Discuss the right Compass integration for your machine and controller with us.

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