The FDE V2 SDS2 Plugin from Sherwin-Williams allows for precise fire protection thickness and volume calculations, offering accurate estimates across a wide array of structural steel members. This is part of an ongoing effort to develop complex fire protection design software and integration tools that align with industry standards. This dedicated plugin integrates FIRETEX Design Estimator (FDE V2) with the SDS2 platform, enabling seamless data synchronization between the SDS2 and the FDE suite. This integration allows customers to leverage Sherwin-Williams FIRETEX® product data within their 3D models and production workflows.

Key features of the FDE V2 SDS2 plugin include:

• Synchronized communication of calculated FIRETEX® attributes such as project volume required in U.S. gallons, wet film thickness, dry film thickness, and environmental product declaration carbon equivalence CO2e values between FDE V2 and the SDS2 platform
• Multiple color filters/representations to highlight various scenarios for optimal decision-making.
• Documentation and communication of fire protection requirements through fabrication drawing features, minimizing risk and human error opportunities.