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.

Create linework with a variety of different tools.

Edit your design with functions like erase, trim, undo and more.

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

Create realistic 3D models of your design

Design your structure in 3D.

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.

Securely stores data to prevent data loss or breaches

Annotate your designs with various notes and tags.

Generate 2D drawings of your 3D models.

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.

Computer aided design to create precision drawings or technical illustrations

Provides a channel for team members to share media files, communicate, and work together

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.

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

Add intelligent labels to any design you create

Ability for multiple users to collaborate on one design.

Import and export files in a number of different formats.

Ability to push or pull the surface of your model in order to get the desired shape.

View your model from any angle while you design and edit.

Tools that enable users to reshape, move or manipulate geometry.

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.

Use AI to generate content in the form of text, images, videos, etc.

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 monitor efficient handling of all changes/transitions

Track information, qualifications, and contact details of subcontractors

Plan and coordinate all the resources, costs and time needed to execute assignments

Create, manage and track all task activities and progression

Share bid details, archive bids, and create bid requests to assist in bid solicitation and quote comparison

Create, design and manage workflows for repetitive tasks

Ability of websites, web applications, or mobile applications to function without an active internet connection

Access software remotely via mobile devices

Track, store, and access client contracts or licenses

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

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

Record and follow the progress of every issue

Detects conflicts in the latest version when multiple users are editing a file at the same time

Monitor the progress of projects from start to finish

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

Set up connections to third-party platforms to improve business processes

Helps create, plan and design construction models for AEC businesses

Define levels of authorization for access to specific files or systems

Plan availability and assign specific time slots for tasks and resources

A record of all activities within the system, including user access, changes made, etc.

Search and filter data across systems to locate required information by entering keywords or certain criteria

A virtual assistant that uses AI to pursue goals and complete tasks on behalf of users

Pre-designed layouts that can be customized to match preferences and requirements

Application programming interface that allows for integration with other systems/databases

Primarily serving architecture, engineering, and construction industry professionals

Manage and track financials on a project-to-project basis

Track revisions and updates made to files and navigate between different versions

Dashboard to view the status of ongoing processes, identify current incidents and track past activities

Estimate expected cost based on various factors before a project begins

Collection, analysis, and representation of numerical data and generation of reports to understand various patterns

Receive system updates as soon as any changes are made

Notifications that are delivered to users as soon as an event occurs

Graphical representation of data

Representation of any object in 3D

Application programming interface that allows for integration with other systems/databases

Edit, touch up, and convert images for publishing

Dashboard to view the status of ongoing processes, identify current incidents and track past activities

Ability to insert animations/transitions

Securely stores data to prevent data loss or breaches

Set up connections to third-party platforms to improve business processes

Identify component attributes like servers, hardware, software, and manage relationships across all services

Highlight content and/or make notations about parts of content

Assemble applications and processes by dragging over and arranging pre-built components

Synchronizing data between two or more devices/systems and automatically updating changes to maintain consistency

Designed for 3D printing purposes

Pre-designed layouts that can be customized to match preferences and requirements

Using physical, mathematical, or logical models as a basis for simulations to generate data for managerial or technical decision-making

Intended to be used by manufacturers

Includes a variety of messaging formats including industry-specific (EDIFACT, HL7, X12)

Create, design and manage workflows for repetitive tasks

Track revisions and updates made to files and navigate between different versions

Store, manage, and track all electronic documents in a centralized location

Create, draw, and annotate graphical content directly within the software application

Ability to handle several projects simultaneously

Intended to be used by architects

Centralized repository to store content and assets

Provides a channel for team members to share media files, communicate, and work together

Collaborate on creating a product by sharing and adjusting designs through a shared portal

Automates and streamlines business processes by creating a sequence of predefined rules and actions that govern the flow of work

View and track pertinent metrics to find patterns and gain insights from data

Graphical representation of data

Use AI to generate content in the form of text, images, videos, etc.

Import, collect, and capture data from multiple sources

Estimate or forecast of a future scenario based on the study of present trends

A virtual assistant that uses AI to pursue goals and complete tasks on behalf of users

Custom forms to streamline repetitious aspects of a document

Database of components and materials used in design templates

Track and manage adherence to policies for any service, product, process, or supplier

Add customized logos and colors to align with company branding

Create, save, and store files

Receive system updates as soon as any changes are made

Configure existing workflows to meet your organization's needs

For mechanical engineering

Monitor and manage manufacturing and production processes.

Define levels of authorization for access to specific files or systems

Capture, organize and track product-specific data and information in a centralized location

Configure existing workflows to meet your organization's needs

Access to a library of manufacturing parts, models, and specs

Provides a channel for team members to share media files, communicate, and work together

Representation of any object in 3D

Import and export data to and from software applications

For civil engineering

Customize data fields to support various needs and use cases

Import, collect, and capture data from multiple sources

Collaborate on creating a product by sharing and adjusting designs through a shared portal

Track revisions and updates made to files and navigate between different versions

Share and present designs

Identify component attributes like servers, hardware, software, and manage relationships across all services

Custom forms to streamline repetitious aspects of a document

Track and manage adherence to policies for any service, product, process, or supplier

Track and monitor efficient handling of all changes/transitions

For electrical engineering

Integration of electrical and mechanical engineering to create hybrid systems

Plan and coordinate all the resources, costs and time needed to execute assignments

A virtual assistant that uses AI to pursue goals and complete tasks on behalf of users

Simulate physical behavior for a design or structure

Computer aided design to create precision drawings or technical illustrations

Store, manage, and track all electronic documents in a centralized location

Material list of manufacturing parts and associated costs

Use AI to generate content in the form of text, images, videos, etc.

Interact with data visualization elements, such as charts and graphs, to drill down into data

Graphical representation of data

Create, save, and store files

View and track pertinent metrics to find patterns and gain insights from data

Pre-designed project plans that can be customized

Centralized repository to store content and assets