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While earlier versions relied on basic rendering engines, Nemetschek Allplan 2013 began to integrate more sophisticated visualization tools. The inclusion of high-performance rendering engines allowed architects to generate photorealistic images directly within the software.
Dynamic sections and views that update automatically when the 3D model changes. 🌐 Collaboration and Interoperability Nemetschek allplan 2013
Project phasing was overhauled. Users could define demolition, existing, and new construction phases within a single file. The visualization engine automatically color-coded phases, making it easy to present renovation projects to clients. The clash detection, while not as fast as Navisworks, was integrated directly into the model space.
Moving from 2D to 3D can be intimidating. Nemetschek Allplan 2013 addressed this with a user interface designed for logical progression. The "Palette" system allowed users to access tools contextually. If a user was working on a stairwell, the relevant tools for railings and steps would be readily accessible. Have a specific question about recovering data from
BIM is not just about 3D geometry; it is about data. Allplan 2013 excelled in extracting data from the model. The quantity takeoff features were streamlined, allowing architects to calculate material volumes (concrete, steel, glass) with a high degree of accuracy. This integration of design and cost estimation provided a significant return on investment for firms, as it reduced the time spent on manual counting and measuring.
: This integrated tool streamlined documentation management, making it easier to create, distribute, and track drawing layouts across project teams. For structural engineers
For structural engineers, the rebar module was a revelation. Allplan 2013 introduced "Free Reinforcement Placement"—you could draw a polyline across a slab, and the software would calculate the required bar lengths, hooks, and spacing, respecting concrete cover rules. The 3D rebar visualization was GPU-accelerated, allowing users to orbit around a complex foundation with thousands of rebars without crashing.