ShouldCost DEEP

Your all-in-one solution for Design, Engineering, Estimating, and Production in manufacturing.

1. Load Your File

2. Set Your Process

3. Get Accurate Costs

Speed Without Compromise

ShouldCost DEEP combines powerful automation with user-friendly interfaces to dramatically reduce your quoting time without sacrificing accuracy.

Key Features

  • Integrated Solidworks OEM for powerful CAD capabilities
  • CAMWorks integration for comprehensive CAM functionality
  • Advanced costing and automation packages included
  • Seamless workflow from design to production
  • Integration with Micro Estimating for precise cost estimation

Benefits

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End-to-End Integration

Streamline your entire manufacturing process from design to production with a single, cohesive platform.

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Enhanced Accuracy

Improve precision in design, engineering, and costing, leading to optimized production and reduced errors.

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Accelerated Time-to-Market

Reduce development cycles and bring products to market faster with integrated workflows and automated processes.

Real-World Impact

“In the competitive marketplace for contract manufacturing, particularly for complex mid to high-volume parts and assemblies, Teton Machine Company relies heavily on Micro Estimating. Our investment in advanced machine tools and skilled human resources is complemented by Micro Estimating’s software, which we tailor to our shop’s specific capabilities. This allows us to quickly and accurately quote for a variety of CNC machines and mills, enabling us to win more jobs and drive our company’s growth.”
– Jim F., Teton Machine Company

How It Works

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Load Your File

Open any Solidworks compatible CAD file, from SLDPRT to STEP.

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Set Your Process

Choose from Milling, Turning, or both with Turn Milling.

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Get Accurate Costs

Click Start and watch the advanced algorithms pick out the part features, generate toolpaths, and calculate costs.

Why Choose Micro Estimating?

At Micro Estimating, we know that you want to be a confident decision-maker in your manufacturing operations.

In order to do that, you need accurate and efficient estimating and quoting processes.

The problem is the difficulty in precisely estimating costs and timelines for manufacturing projects, which makes you feel uncertain and stressed about the potential inaccuracies in your quotes.

We believe it’s unjust for diligent businesses to suffer from inefficiency and inaccuracies that could be avoided. We understand the pressures you face to deliver fast, reliable, and competitive quotes, which is why we lead with precision-enhancing and speed-oriented solutions backed by over 40 years of industry expertise.

Here’s how we do it:

1. Select Your Method — Select your manufacturing processes (CNC Mill, CNC Lathe, Fabrication, Screw Machines).

2. Set Your Tools — Choose your machines and tools from our included database to tailor the software for your needs..

3. Get Accurate Estimates — Follow our easy guides and video tutorials and start achieving more accurate cost estimates and quotes.

So, schedule your free consultation today. And in the meantime, download our free guide or join a webinar so you can stop losing revenue due to operational inefficiencies and increased error rates, and instead enjoy increased profit margins, enhanced efficiency, and a higher competitive edge.

Ready to Revolutionize Your Manufacturing Process?

Don’t let fragmented systems hold your business back. Experience the power of an integrated Design, Engineering, Estimating, and Production solution today.

Improve Your Quoting Accuracy Today!

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