ZWCAD Features
Plan (4)
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Documentation
Generate plans for your production process.
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Sequence
Create and animate steps, materials, and crews needed to build your project
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Annotate
Add intelligent labels to any design you create
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Collaborate
Ability for multiple users to collaborate on one design.
Design (8)
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3D Modeling
Create three-dimensional models of civil engineering projects
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3D Rendering
Place your model in a fully-realized 3D environment.
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Drawing
Create linework with a variety of different tools.
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Editing
Edit your design with functions like erase, trim, undo and more.
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Drawing
Access to basic tools for drawing, such as line, cirlce and polygon.
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Modeling
Create realistic 3D models of your design
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Visualize
Design your structure in 3D.
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Rendering
Produce 3D visualizations without any integrating hardware.
Construction (5)
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Fabrication
Ability to create models of various systems that need to be integrated into the structure.
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Reinforcement
Add reinforcement to vital points in the model of your structure.
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Clash Detection
Ability to detect clashing elements, such as electrical conduit or ductwork that run into a beam.
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Grading
Allows users to utilize grading tools to design finished ground surfaces
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Earthwork
Allows users to calculate cut and fill earthwork quantities between two surfaces.
Edit (4)
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File Import
Import and export files in a number of different formats.
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Push/Pull
Ability to push or pull the surface of your model in order to get the desired shape.
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Views
View your model from any angle while you design and edit.
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Grips
Tools that enable users to reshape, move or manipulate geometry.
Collaboration (3)
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Annotate
Annotate your designs with various notes and tags.
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Documentation
Generate 2D drawings of your 3D models.
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Data Extract
Extract information from objects, such as attributes and properties.
Engineering (4)
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Hydraulic engineering
Ability to make designs for fluid control circuitry.
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Hydrologic engineering
Ability to make designs for water drainage, and water distribution
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Transportation engineering
Ability to make designs for roads, highways, and transportation systems
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Structural engineering
Ability to design structures and conduct structural analysis.
Additional Functionality (75)
API
Application programming interface that allows for integration with other systems/databases
Image Editing
Edit, touch up, and convert images for publishing
Activity Dashboard
Dashboard to view the status of ongoing processes, identify current incidents and track past activities
Animation
Ability to insert animations/transitions
Reference Management
Secure Data Storage
Securely stores data to prevent data loss or breaches
Third-Party Integrations
Set up connections to third-party platforms to improve business processes
Configuration Management
Identify component attributes like servers, hardware, software, and manage relationships across all services
Annotations
Highlight content and/or make notations about parts of content
Drag & Drop
Assemble applications and processes by dragging over and arranging pre-built components
Data Synchronization
Synchronizing data between two or more devices/systems and automatically updating changes to maintain consistency
For 3D Printing
Designed for 3D printing purposes
Customizable Templates
Pre-designed layouts that can be customized to match preferences and requirements
Modeling & Simulation
Using physical, mathematical, or logical models as a basis for simulations to generate data for managerial or technical decision-making
For Manufacturers
Intended to be used by manufacturers
Multiple Format Support
Includes a variety of messaging formats including industry-specific (EDIFACT, HL7, X12)
Workflow Management
Create, design and manage workflows for repetitive tasks
Version Control
Track revisions and updates made to files and navigate between different versions
Document Management
Store, manage, and track all electronic documents in a centralized location
Sketching and Annotation Tools
Create, draw, and annotate graphical content directly within the software application
Multiple Projects
Ability to handle several projects simultaneously
For Architects
Intended to be used by architects
Content Library
Centralized repository to store content and assets
Bill of Materials Management
Collaboration Tools
Provides a channel for team members to share media files, communicate, and work together
Design Management
Collaborate on creating a product by sharing and adjusting designs through a shared portal
Rules-Based Workflow
Automates and streamlines business processes by creating a sequence of predefined rules and actions that govern the flow of work
Reporting/Analytics
View and track pertinent metrics to find patterns and gain insights from data
Data Visualization
Graphical representation of data
Generative AI
Use AI to generate content in the form of text, images, videos, etc.
Data Capture and Transfer
Import, collect, and capture data from multiple sources
Projections
Estimate or forecast of a future scenario based on the study of present trends
AI Copilot
A virtual assistant that uses AI to pursue goals and complete tasks on behalf of users
Real Time Comparisons
Document Generation
Custom forms to streamline repetitious aspects of a document
Component Library
Database of components and materials used in design templates
Compliance Management
Track and manage adherence to policies for any service, product, process, or supplier
Customizable Branding
Add customized logos and colors to align with company branding
File Management
Create, save, and store files
Real-Time Updates
Receive system updates as soon as any changes are made
Configurable Workflow
Configure existing workflows to meet your organization's needs
Mechanical
For mechanical engineering
Process Control
Monitor and manage manufacturing and production processes.
Access Controls/Permissions
Define levels of authorization for access to specific files or systems
Product Data Management
Capture, organize and track product-specific data and information in a centralized location
Configurable Workflow
Configure existing workflows to meet your organization's needs
Manufacturing Design Data
Access to a library of manufacturing parts, models, and specs
Collaboration Tools
Provides a channel for team members to share media files, communicate, and work together
3D Imaging
Representation of any object in 3D
Data Import/Export
Import and export data to and from software applications
Civil
For civil engineering
Customizable Fields
Customize data fields to support various needs and use cases
Data Capture and Transfer
Import, collect, and capture data from multiple sources
Design Management
Collaborate on creating a product by sharing and adjusting designs through a shared portal
Version Control
Track revisions and updates made to files and navigate between different versions
Presentation Tools
Share and present designs
Configuration Management
Identify component attributes like servers, hardware, software, and manage relationships across all services
Document Generation
Custom forms to streamline repetitious aspects of a document
Compliance Management
Track and manage adherence to policies for any service, product, process, or supplier
Change Management
Track and monitor efficient handling of all changes/transitions
Electrical
For electrical engineering
Mechatronics
Integration of electrical and mechanical engineering to create hybrid systems
Project Management
Plan and coordinate all the resources, costs and time needed to execute assignments
AI Copilot
A virtual assistant that uses AI to pursue goals and complete tasks on behalf of users
Design Analysis
Simulate physical behavior for a design or structure
CAD Tools
Computer aided design to create precision drawings or technical illustrations
Document Management
Store, manage, and track all electronic documents in a centralized location
Bills of Material
Material list of manufacturing parts and associated costs
Generative AI
Use AI to generate content in the form of text, images, videos, etc.
Visual Analytics
Interact with data visualization elements, such as charts and graphs, to drill down into data
Data Visualization
Graphical representation of data
File Management
Create, save, and store files
Reporting/Analytics
View and track pertinent metrics to find patterns and gain insights from data
Project Templates
Pre-designed project plans that can be customized
Content Library
Centralized repository to store content and assets
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