PlanForm

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Planform is a lightweight and fast pdf solution for construction,measure,mark up,and manage pdf drawings.has a wide range of applications in engineering cost management (budgeting and cost control), Below are its core use cases and advantages: 1. Quantity Takeoff and Measurement ① easy to measure and tabulate： Measure length, area, and quantity in a variety of ways on PDF drawings to quickly tabulate material quantities (e.g., concrete, rebar, piping, etc.). Use the Auto Fill Tool to automatically calculate repetitive quantities such as paving areas and wall finishes. ② Category: Categorize markups to efficiently summarize quantities for different trades (civil, MEP, finishes) for further consolidation. Supports data export to Excel. 2. Drawing Comparison & Version Control Multi-version Drawing Comparison: Overlay different versions of construction drawings (e.g., initial vs. revised) and highlight differences in distinct colors to avoid missing cost impacts from changes. Identify the effect of design changes on costs (e.g., wall position adjustments, material substitutions). 3. Cost Estimation & Quoting Markup & Annotation: Directly annotate material unit prices, labor rates, and other cost details on drawings, linking measurements to generate preliminary quotes. 4. Progress Tracking & Cost Monitoring Progress Marking: Mark completed areas on construction drawings (e.g., "1F Rebar Completed") and compare actual costs against the budget. Use image insertion to document on-site changes as evidence for claims or final accounts.