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Description

FastEST Mechanical Estimating Software provides a complete solution for takeoff and estimating from beginning to end. All programs include a comprehensive pricing and material catalog, as well as an on-screen takeoff. All programs are easy-to-learn and generate reports & quotes in seconds. We can get you up and running in under 15 minutes so that you can start estimating better today. FastPIPE is the industry-leading plumbing and mechanical estimating software for industrial contractors. FastPIPE is the industry-leading software for estimating plumbing, HVAC, and industrial process piping. It provides all of your takeoff & reporting tools to create a timely and accurate quote. FastDUCT is ready to use HVAC and duct estimating software. It meets the needs for commercial and industrial sheet metal contractors. Contractors who do HVAC installation and duct fabrication can use the on-screen takeoff. FastWRAP is great for mechanical insulation estimation. FastPIPE/FastDUCT can import takeoffs.

Description

MagiCAD stands out as the premier BIM solution for Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing (MEP) design, utilized by countless firms across more than 80 countries globally. This innovative software streamlines the creation of BIM models, enhancing speed, precision, and ease of use. Seamlessly integrated into both Autodesk’s Revit and AutoCAD platforms, MagiCAD provides a robust array of modeling capabilities tailored for each MEP discipline, alongside the ability to perform comprehensive system calculations. Users benefit from access to over 1,000,000 intelligent, manufacturer-verified BIM objects from top MEP brands. Furthermore, MagiCAD accommodates a variety of local standards and symbols, making it a truly versatile and international tool. Real-time and on-demand Clash Detection features significantly enhance project accuracy. Additionally, MagiCAD can automatically generate builderswork based on the spatial needs surrounding ducts, pipes, cable trays, fire dampers, and more, including necessary insulation. This level of automation not only saves valuable time but also minimizes the potential for errors during the design process.

API Access

Has API No 

API Access

Has API No 

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Integrations

AutoCAD No 
AutoCAD LT No 
BIMcollab No 
Newforma No 
Revit No 

Integrations

AutoCAD Yes 
AutoCAD LT Yes 
BIMcollab Yes 
Newforma Yes 
Revit Yes 

Pricing Details

$225/month
Lease: $225/month
-- non-binding, per user --
Additional systems are half price.

Purchase Price: $4995
--one-time, per user--
Additional systems are half price.

60-day money back guarantee on all purchases

Maintenance is included on all leases for duration of the lease and for 1 year with purchase price.
$1,100 for first program, $200 for additional programs
**Maintenance is not required for continued use of the program. **
Free Trial No 
Free Version No 

Pricing Details

No price information available.
Free Trial No 
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 No 
Mac No 
Linux No 
Chromebook No 

Customer Support

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

Customer Support

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

Types of Training

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

Types of Training

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

Vendor Details

Company Name

FastEST, Inc.

Founded

1994

Country

United States

Website

fastest-inc.com

Vendor Details

Company Name

MagiCAD

Founded

1983

Country

Finland

Website

www.magicad.com/en/what-is-magicad-for-mep/

Product Features

Construction Estimating

Accounting Integration No 
Audit Trail No 
Bid Management Yes 
Billing & Invoicing No 
Building Product Database Yes 
Calculators Yes 
Change Orders No 
Contract Management No 
Cost Database Yes 
Customer Management No 
Customizable Templates No 
Electrical Estimating No 
HVAC Estimating Yes 
Historical Database No 
Job Costing No 
Plumbing Estimating Yes 
Price Data / Price Books No 
Project Management No 
Quote Management Yes 
Reporting/Analytics Yes 
Scheduling No 
Subcontractor Management No 
Takeoff Yes 
What-if Analysis No 

HVAC

Billing & Invoicing No 
Customer Database No 
Dispatch Management No 
Inventory Control No 
Job Management No 
Maintenance Scheduling No 
Mobile Access No 
Quotes / Estimates Yes 
Routing No 
Scheduling No 
Service History Tracking No 
Technician Management No 
Work Order Management No 

HVAC Estimating

Billing & Invoicing No 
Commercial/Industrial Yes 
Cost Database Yes 
Data Import / Export Yes 
Equipment Maintenance No 
Financing Management No 
Labor Rates Yes 
Quotes/Proposals Yes 
Scheduling No 
Takeoff Yes 

Plumbing

Billing & Invoicing No 
Customer Database No 
Dispatch Management No 
Inventory Control No 
Job Management No 
Mobile Access No 
Quotes / Estimates Yes 
Routing No 
Scheduling No 
Service History Tracking No 
Technician Management No 
Work Order Management No 

Plumbing Estimating

Change Orders Yes 
Commercial / Industrial Yes 
Cost Database Yes 
Data Import / Export Yes 
Fitting Management Yes 
For General Contractor No 
Overhead Costs Estimating Yes 
Prebuilt Assembly Yes 
Quotes / Proposals Yes 
Takeoff Yes 

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 

MEP

3D Design No 
3D Spooling No 
Costing and Reporting No 
Design Feedback No 
Documentation Tools No 
Drafting Automation No 
HVAC Design No 
MEP Fabrication No 
Project Communication No 
Service Validation / Clash Detection No 

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