⌁PROTECTED TESTER TOOL
Profile Studio
Sketch a 2D cross-section from built-in templates, edit individual points in millimetres and export the result as DXF or SVG.
Sign in to previewFABRICATION SOFTWARE, REIMAGINED
From an idea
to a proper profile.
Powerful sheet-metal tools shouldn't be difficult to use. Meet Norman 2.0 — a growing collection of practical tools for fabricators, estimators and sales teams.
Desktop roadmap updated Approved testers only DXF preview in testing
Profile StudioDESIGN WORKSPACE / PREVIEW
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SCALE 1:2
EXPORT FORMATAutoCAD DXF
✓BUILT FOR THE REAL WORKFABRICATION✦ESTIMATING✦SALES TEAMS✦DESIGN
310starting templates130 existing + 180 added; excluding your saved profiles
237automated tests passed171 desktop application + 66 UI/library tests · Stage 2 candidate
3 / 6current UI stageDesign workspace: 2D, 3D and flat pattern
MEET THE WORKSPACE
Technical tools. Human simplicity.
Start with a sketch, refine it with exact dimensions and turn it into a file you can work with.
⊞IN DEVELOPMENT
Smarter workflows
Norman's longer-term vision connects drawing, dimensioning and fabrication decisions in one understandable workspace.
⌘IN DEVELOPMENT
Shop-floor thinking
Machine-aware tools and production planning are part of the desktop Norman 2.0 project, not claims about this web preview.
BUILDING FOR EASE OF USE
A simpler place to start.
Precise enough to explore.
Approved testers can open the browser-based profile sketcher without an installation. The tool is not a verified flat-pattern or bend calculator.
Open tester preview ↗01↗
Pick a starting profile
Begin with an L, U, Z, hat or flat profile.
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Make it your own
Drag sketch points or type exact X/Y positions in millimetres.
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Save and export
Keep sketches on your device and export DXF, SVG or project JSON.
OFFICIAL DESKTOP DEVELOPMENT ROADMAP · 12 OCT 2026
Six stages. One Windows application.
Stages below reflect the current development handover, not a released or production-certified installation.
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Professional interface
Modern navy-and-cyan workspace, clearer navigation, shortcuts and safer view switching.
- 180 additional editable section profiles
- 130 original presets retained
- Improved drawing workspace and controls
Visual product selection
Searchable illustrated product selection and a smoother route into Norman's existing editor.
- Gutters, downpipes, outlets and custom profiles
- Saved-job protection and switch confirmation
- 237 development tests passed
Professional design workspace
The current work concentrates on easier modelling and clearer real fabrication information.
- 2D drawing and dimension editing
- 3D interaction and visualisation
- Flat-pattern and bend-information clarity
Next development stage
Detailed scope and acceptance criteria will be published when agreed with the desktop team.
Next development stage
Planned in the six-stage programme; functionality has not yet been formally announced.
Final programme stage
Completion of a UI stage alone will not replace Windows acceptance and fabrication validation.
Important release distinction
Verification details ↗Source features and automated test passes are evidence of development progress — not proof that the installed Windows release or every DXF and flat pattern is approved for manufacture.
SEPARATE / BROWSER EXPERIENCE
Norman Online roadmap
The online prototype uses its own simplified browser sketcher. It does not replace or reuse unverified desktop geometry.
Profile Studio
Editable 2D sketches, local device saves and basic DXF / SVG / JSON exports.
● Prototype · restricted accessBetter editing and checks
Stronger drawing controls and import/export verification when test requirements are defined.
○ PlannedApproved engineering tools
Any desktop geometry integration must first pass independent validation and a defined interface.
○ Not approved for web releaseLATEST DESKTOP HANDOVER · 12 OCTOBER 2026
Real progress. Clear release status.
Everything below refers to the supplied desktop handover and the separate experimental web prototype.
DESKTOP · STAGE 3 IN PROGRESS
Design workspace improvements
Development has moved to the actual 2D editor, 3D viewer and flat-pattern workspace. The aim is smoother navigation and dimension editing while keeping the existing fabrication tools intact.
DESKTOP · STAGES 1 & 2 CANDIDATESInterface and product library
The Stage 2 integrated candidate retained the original 130 presets and added 180 editable section profiles. Its 237 automated checks passed in the development environment: 171 application and 66 UI/library tests.
Not yet approved: the latest candidate has not replaced the working Windows installation. Python 3.12 acceptance testing, saved-job regression testing and fabrication geometry validation remain outstanding.
Full development notes ↗
Already present in the desktop source
Gutters, corners, downpipes, outlets, transitions, custom drawing, saved jobs and DXF export. Preservation of existing geometry and exporter code is reported by the desktop team.
Verification still required
One consolidated Windows installation, Python 3.12 acceptance, saved jobs and accurate flat patterns/DXF output across representative parts. No public installer or production certification is claimed.
Implemented Code or feature is present in development sourceTested candidate Automated checks passed, installation not approvedPlanned Not available as a released feature
PART OF A BIGGER VISION
More things being built.
Independent projects, each with its own purpose.
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Nigel AIPersonal AI assistant & development automation project
SEPARATE PROJECTB
Bend PlannerPress-brake bend sequencing & planning project
SEPARATE PROJECTT
AI Trading LabExperimental trading research & simulation project
SEPARATE PROJECTYour next profile starts here.
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