ActCAD BIM Features

Design your project in 3D

Produce 3D visualizations without any integrating hardware.

Ability to create 2D and 3D drawings of your structure.

Ability to edit designs with a WYSIWYG editor

Create and animate the sequences of steps, materials and building crews needed to construct your building.

Allows users to create relationships between objects so design changes are dynamically updated

Create three-dimensional models of civil engineering projects

Place your model in a fully-realized 3D environment.

As reported in 12 ActCAD BIM reviews. Create linework with a variety of different tools.

Based on 12 ActCAD BIM reviews. Edit your design with functions like erase, trim, undo and more.

Access to basic tools for drawing, such as line, cirlce and polygon. 24 reviewers of ActCAD BIM have provided feedback on this feature.

Based on 15 ActCAD BIM reviews. Create realistic 3D models of your design

Design your structure in 3D. This feature was mentioned in 18 ActCAD BIM reviews.

Based on 15 ActCAD BIM reviews. Produce 3D visualizations without any integrating hardware.

Access to basic tools for drawing, such as line, cirlce and polygon.

Allows users to save and share work in one project

Ability to import and export 2D and 3D files to the platform so your team can update designs and collaborate as needed.

Add keynotes, tags, dimensions and more to your document.

Store various types of documents within this platform.

As reported in 19 ActCAD BIM reviews. Annotate your designs with various notes and tags.

Based on 17 ActCAD BIM reviews. Generate 2D drawings of your 3D models.

Based on 16 ActCAD BIM reviews. Extract information from objects, such as attributes and properties.

Ability to create models of various systems that need to be integrated into the structure.

Add reinforcement to vital points in the model of your structure.

Ability to detect clashing elements, such as electrical conduit or ductwork that run into a beam.

Allows users to utilize grading tools to design finished ground surfaces

Allows users to calculate cut and fill earthwork quantities between two surfaces.

Ability to create models of various systems that need to be integrated into the structure.

Add reinforcement to vital points in the model of your structure.

Ability to detect clashing elements, such as electrical conduit or ductwork that run into a beam.

Allows users to utilize grading tools to design finished ground surfaces

Allows users to calculate cut and fill earthwork quantities between two surfaces.

Generate plans for your production process. This feature was mentioned in 12 ActCAD BIM reviews.

Create and animate steps, materials, and crews needed to build your project

Add intelligent labels to any design you create This feature was mentioned in 11 ActCAD BIM reviews.

Ability for multiple users to collaborate on one design.

As reported in 23 ActCAD BIM reviews. Import and export files in a number of different formats.

Based on 17 ActCAD BIM reviews. Ability to push or pull the surface of your model in order to get the desired shape.

Based on 21 ActCAD BIM reviews. View your model from any angle while you design and edit.

Tools that enable users to reshape, move or manipulate geometry. 20 reviewers of ActCAD BIM have provided feedback on this feature.

Ability to categorize CAD models by use, supplier, or product.

Allows users to search by category, supplier, or product.

Identify duplicate parts or components and remove them to avoid misuse.

Users can rate CAD models and post comments.

Include multiple types of CAD models such as MCAD, ECAD, CAE, and BIM.

Support 2D and 3D models, as well as drawings.

Provide compatibility with major CAD software products.

Integrate with 3D parts catalogs systems.

Integrate with 3D CAD and PLM software products.

Integrate with ERP systems.

Ability to apply standard dimensioning tools to add accurate information to Drawing design.

Change between standard Drawing units applied to measurement and dimensioning only.

Ability to modify 3D primitives (parametric editing tools, free-form editing tools, symmetrical editing process, etc.)

Support for a number of file formats for import

Support for a number of file formats for export

Ability to view 2D files

Ability to view 3D files

Ability to convert a bunch of DWG files to an older or current version available.

Support for a range of file sizes without degrading the user experience

Ability to make designs for fluid control circuitry.

Ability to make designs for water drainage, and water distribution

Ability to make designs for roads, highways, and transportation systems

Ability to design structures and conduct structural analysis.

Allows users to generate text based on a text prompt.

Condenses long documents or text into a brief summary.

Provides the ability to generate 3D renderings from a text prompt.

Provide role/permission controls for secure collaboration across project teams

Store, manage, and share all design, documentation, and project data in one unified environment

Track and forecast costs across the building lifecycle, from design to construction and beyond

Generate accurate material takeoffs, project cost estimates, and budgeting reports

Detect and resolve conflicts between electrical systems and other building components

Provide tools for designing and modeling electrical systems (power distribution, wiring, panels)

Support seamless integration of electrical systems with mechanical and plumbing (MEP) designs

Offer simulation tools for electrical load analysis, capacity planning, and fault detection

Integrate electrical models with BIM and CAD platforms for holistic project collaboration

Enable integration with circuit design tools for detailed schematics and layout coordination