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A cross bend feature should also be represented in the 3D model's geometry. Not just by cosmetic lines.
It is a source errors, and a risk to time plans in the manufacturing of parts.
The problem:
If the cross bend can not be represented on the 3D model, the sheet metal part manufacturer might miss it entirely. This is because manufacturers often use the .STP to plan the bends, on which the cross bend can not be seen currently.
We have had drawings sent out with cross bends correctly specified on the drawings, but the manufacturer missed it because it was not included in the .STP file.
Additional reasoning:
It was the manufacturers fault, they corrected it, but it still cost us time!
Some could argue that the manufacturer should only have have received the drawing. If we were to do that, we would be missing out on significiant time and cost potential.
It's a competition parameter where SolidWorks currently wins. Particularly important in companies where sheet metal parts are popular.
