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Description

We are both an imaging and an envisioning company, dedicated to creating a more insightful and capable world through advanced 3D digital technologies and measurement solutions. Since our inception, we have empowered our clients to make quicker and more accurate decisions than anyone else in the market. Undetected errors and issues with non-conformance lead to wasted resources, rework, and dissatisfied customers. In scenarios where timing is crucial, the appropriate inspection technologies prove invaluable. Challenges related to alignment and part placement hinder production efficiency, and in such cases, precision measurement tools become essential. Even the most groundbreaking designs can lose their appeal if they cannot be produced effectively. To maintain a competitive advantage, 3D modeling solutions are key. For instance, a bearings manufacturer invested in a Gage FaroArm to enhance inspection speed while maintaining high measurement accuracy. This strategic decision not only streamlined their processes but also ensured their products met the highest standards of quality. By leveraging innovative tools, they can now focus on design and production without compromising on precision.

Description

IDEA Architecture provides sophisticated 3D BIM modeling while maintaining an interface similar to AutoCAD, allowing users to utilize basic 2D commands such as polylines, entity snaps, and copy functions to effortlessly create 3D models with our extensive library of 3D BIM objects. By simply drafting floor plans with the intuitive and parametric objects found in our AutoBLD menu, IDEA Architecture automatically generates the corresponding 3D representation. With a quick double-click, users can access and modify properties of any object with ease. Differentiating itself from other BIM software, IDEA Architecture utilizes DWG as its core file format and offers functionality to convert 3D BIM objects into straightforward vectors, which can be easily viewed and altered in AutoCAD®. This compatibility makes it simple to share both 2D and 3D files with a wide range of CAD users. Additionally, our Architectural Software incorporates all the capabilities of 4MCAD, which serves as a viable alternative to AutoCAD®, ensuring a versatile and comprehensive design experience. By combining user-friendly commands with powerful features, IDEA Architecture streamlines the transition from 2D to 3D design.

API Access

Has API No 

API Access

Has API No 

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Integrations

AutoCAD No 
CAQ.Net Yes 
FAMOS Yes 

Integrations

AutoCAD Yes 
CAQ.Net No 
FAMOS No 

Pricing Details

No price information available.
Free Trial No 
Free Version No 

Pricing Details

$1,395 one-time payment
Free Trial Yes 
Free Version No 

Deployment

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

Customer Support

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

Customer Support

Business Hours No 
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) Yes 
In Person Yes 

Vendor Details

Company Name

FARO Technologies UK

Founded

1981

Country

United States

Website

www.faro.com/en

Vendor Details

Company Name

4M

Founded

1986

Country

Greece

Website

www.4msa.com

Product Features

3D Architecture

2D Drawing No 
Animation No 
BIM Modeling No 
Component Library No 
Data Import / Export No 
Landscape Design No 
Virtual Tour No 

Product Features

3D Architecture

2D Drawing No 
Animation No 
BIM Modeling Yes 
Component Library Yes 
Data Import / Export No 
Landscape Design No 
Virtual Tour No 

Architectural CAD

2D Drawing Yes 
3D Modeling Yes 
Architectural Symbol Library Yes 
Automatic Formatting No 
BIM Modeling Yes 
Comparison View No 
Design Templates No 
Drafting Yes 

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