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Average Ratings 1 Rating

Total
ease
features
design
support

Description

AutoCAD includes the 2022 Plant 3D toolset, which allows users to design and modify P&IDs, build 3D models, and generate piping orthographics and isometrics using specialized tools tailored for plant design. This toolset facilitates collaboration among project teams, ensuring compliance with industry standards while operating within a cloud-based common data environment. Standard symbol libraries, such as PIP, ISA, ISO/DIN, and JIS, are readily available in the tool palettes for efficient usage. Users can easily detect potential errors by analyzing P&IDs for data consistency based on customizable rules. Moreover, the tool enables rapid creation of 3D plant models utilizing parametric equipment modeling, structural steel libraries, and project-specific piping specifications derived from established piping catalogs. As the 3D model evolves, users can directly extract and update piping orthographic drawings, ensuring that all representations remain accurate. Additionally, collaboration with different industry disciplines is essential for generating comprehensive BIM models for plant projects, enhancing overall project efficiency and accuracy.

Description

Newforma provides specialized project information management software designed to improve collaboration and efficiency for professionals in the AECO industry. Its flagship products—Newforma Konekt, Project Center, and Constructex—offer tools for BIM coordination, real-time project communication, document control, and submittal management. Newforma Konekt’s 2D/3D viewer allows users to view multiple IFC models with a single click, facilitating enhanced BIM collaboration. The platform integrates email management directly into project workflows, helping teams eliminate email chaos and improve accountability. Newforma’s cloud-hosted and on-premise options allow firms to manage data securely while accelerating project delivery times and reducing risk. Widely adopted by the world’s largest firms, Newforma supports millions of projects and billions of emails, demonstrating its scalability and reliability. Customer testimonials highlight significant time and cost savings achieved through streamlined workflows. Overall, Newforma fosters improved communication, organization, and risk mitigation for construction projects.

API Access

Has API No 

API Access

Has API Yes 

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Integrations

AutoCAD Architecture No 
AutoCAD MEP No 
BIM 360 No 
Bluebeam Revu No 
BricsCAD No 
CMAP No 
Cintoo Cloud No 
Enscape No 
Microsoft Outlook No 
Microsoft Power BI No 
Microsoft SharePoint No 
Newforma Yes 
Newforma ConstructEx No 
Newforma Konekt No 
Pelles AI No 
ProjectWise No 
Revit No 
Solibri Office No 
eProject No 

Integrations

AutoCAD Architecture Yes 
AutoCAD MEP Yes 
BIM 360 Yes 
Bluebeam Revu Yes 
BricsCAD Yes 
CMAP Yes 
Cintoo Cloud Yes 
Enscape Yes 
Microsoft Outlook Yes 
Microsoft Power BI Yes 
Microsoft SharePoint Yes 
Newforma No 
Newforma ConstructEx Yes 
Newforma Konekt Yes 
Pelles AI Yes 
ProjectWise Yes 
Revit Yes 
Solibri Office Yes 
eProject Yes 

Pricing Details

No price information available.
Free Trial Yes 
Free Version No 

Pricing Details

Please website for custom quote.
Free Trial Yes 
Free Version No 

Deployment

Web-Based Yes 
On-Premises No 
iPhone App Yes 
iPad App Yes 
Android App Yes 
Windows Yes 
Mac No 
Linux No 
Chromebook No 

Deployment

Web-Based Yes 
On-Premises Yes 
iPhone App Yes 
iPad App Yes 
Android App Yes 
Windows Yes 
Mac No 
Linux No 
Chromebook No 

Customer Support

Business Hours Yes 
Live Rep (24/7) No 
Online Support Yes 

Customer Support

Business Hours Yes 
Live Rep (24/7) Yes 
Online Support Yes 

Types of Training

Training Docs Yes 
Webinars No 
Live Training (Online) Yes 
In Person No 

Types of Training

Training Docs Yes 
Webinars Yes 
Live Training (Online) Yes 
In Person Yes 

Vendor Details

Company Name

Autodesk

Founded

1982

Country

United States

Website

autocad.com

Vendor Details

Company Name

Newforma

Founded

2003

Country

United States

Website

newforma.com

Product Features

3D Modeling

2D Drawing No 
Animation No 
Annotations No 
Bill of Materials No 
Character Modeling No 
Collaboration Tools No 
Component Library No 
Data Import / Export No 
For 3D Printing No 
For Architects No 
For Manufacturers No 
Reference Management No 
Simulation No 

BIM

2D Drawing No 
3D Modeling No 
Change Management No 
Collaboration No 
Conflict Tracking No 
Design Modeling No 
Document Management No 
For Facility Management No 
Mobile Access No 
Scheduling No 

Computer-Aided Engineering (CAE)

CAD/CAM Compatibility No 
Finite Element Analysis No 
Fluid Dynamics No 
Import / Export Files No 
Integrated 3D Modeling No 
Manufacturing Process Simulation No 
Mechanical Event Simulation No 
Multibody Dynamics No 
Thermal Analysis No 

Product Features

Architecture

2D Drawing No 
3D Modeling No 
BIM Modeling Yes 
Bills of material No 
Building Information Modeling Yes 
Client Management No 
Contact Management No 
Contract Management Yes 
Document Management Yes 
Drafting No 
Manufacturing Design Data No 
Presentation Tools No 
Project Management Yes 
Proposal Management No 
Quotes/Proposals No 
Visualization / Presentation Yes 

BIM

2D Drawing No 
3D Modeling No 
Change Management No 
Collaboration Yes 
Conflict Tracking Yes 
Design Modeling No 
Document Management Yes 
For Facility Management No 
Mobile Access No 
Scheduling No 

Construction Management

Accounting Integration No 
Budget Tracking/Job Costing No 
CRM No 
Change Orders Yes 
Commercial Yes 
Contract Management Yes 
Contractors No 
Equipment Tracking No 
Estimating No 
Incident Reporting Yes 
Mobile Access Yes 
Offline Access Yes 
RFI & Submittals Yes 
Residential No 
Subcontractor Management No 
Timesheets No 

Engineering

2D Drawing No 
3D Modeling No 
Chemical Engineering Yes 
Civil Engineering Yes 
Collaboration Yes 
Design Analysis No 
Design Export No 
Document Management Yes 
Electrical Engineering Yes 
Mechanical Engineering Yes 
Mechatronics No 
Presentation Tools Yes 
Structural Engineering Yes 

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