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Description

ElumTools® stands out as the first and only fully integrated lighting calculation add-in specifically designed for Autodesk® Revit®. This innovative tool allows for precise point-by-point illuminance calculations on any surface or workplane by leveraging existing lighting fixture families and surface geometry within the Revit model. Operating entirely within Revit, ElumTools features its own ribbon toolbar, which facilitates swift access to analytical tools tailored for Revit Rooms, Spaces, Regions, and Views. The calculation process generates an interactive Radiosity-based visualization, enabling designers to conduct immersive walk-throughs that enhance their comprehension of how light interacts with surfaces. User-friendly and straightforward, ElumTools simplifies the process of performing lighting computations regularly. By streamlining the workflow, ElumTools significantly reduces the time and effort previously spent exporting geometry to external software and reconciling results with Revit sheets, thereby enhancing overall productivity. This tool not only boosts efficiency but also empowers designers to create more informed lighting designs.

Description

Users of Autodesk Revit can seamlessly transfer data between Revit and Microsoft Excel by utilizing Ideate BIMLink. This tool extracts information from Revit for modifications in Excel and subsequently imports comprehensive, accurate BIM data back into the Revit environment. By connecting Revit with Excel through Ideate BIMLink, the process of exporting data becomes more efficient, significantly cutting down the time required for data management tasks. Furthermore, importing Excel data into Revit ensures that any modifications are instantly reflected in the models, enhancing their accuracy and reliability. Ideate BIMLink serves as a robust and innovative solution that allows users to tap into the parametric database of their Revit models, making it easy to review and edit data in Excel before returning the revised information to the Revit model with remarkable speed and precision. This integration helps to minimize manual errors, eliminate potential on-site delays, and reduce the likelihood of rework caused by inaccuracies by facilitating a straightforward editing process between the two platforms. Ultimately, this tool not only improves efficiency but also enhances the overall quality of BIM project outcomes.

API Access

Has API No 

API Access

Has API No 

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Integrations

Revit Yes 
Microsoft Excel No 

Integrations

Revit Yes 
Microsoft Excel Yes 

Pricing Details

$94 per user per month
Free Trial Yes 
Free Version No 

Pricing Details

No price information available.
Free Trial Yes 
Free Version No 

Deployment

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

Deployment

Web-Based Yes 
On-Premises No 
iPhone App No 
iPad App No 
Android App No 
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) No 
Online Support Yes 

Types of Training

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

Types of Training

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

Vendor Details

Company Name

Lighting Analysts

Country

United States

Website

lightinganalysts.com/software-products/elumtools/overview/

Vendor Details

Company Name

Ideate Software

Country

United States

Website

ideatesoftware.com/ideatebimlink

Product Features

Product Features

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 

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