Exactal offers a fully functional trial of their latest version (not 6.8, but current). The trial includes:
How to get it: Visit the official Exactal website → Products → CostX → Request a trial.
CostX 6.8 does not come with live data feeds by default. You will need to import historical data:
1. Enhanced BIM Model Support Version 6.8 introduces updated IFC plugins, allowing for smoother imports of Revit and ArchiCAD files. It improves the accuracy of automatic quantity extraction from 3D models, reducing the need for manual corrections.
2. Smart 2D Takeoff The measurement engine has been fine-tuned. Users can now enjoy faster rendering of high-resolution PDFs and improved OCR (Optical Character Recognition) capabilities for smarter counting and spacing.
3. Improved Workbook Integration The link between your dimensions and the spreadsheet workbook is tighter than ever. Changes in the drawing area update instantly in your cost plan, ensuring your estimates remain synchronized.
4. "Live" Linking Features CostX 6.8 enhances the "Live" linking feature, allowing users to link dimensions to external rate libraries more efficiently, making rate application a breeze.
Exactal offers a fully functional trial of their latest version (not 6.8, but current). The trial includes:
How to get it: Visit the official Exactal website → Products → CostX → Request a trial.
CostX 6.8 does not come with live data feeds by default. You will need to import historical data:
1. Enhanced BIM Model Support Version 6.8 introduces updated IFC plugins, allowing for smoother imports of Revit and ArchiCAD files. It improves the accuracy of automatic quantity extraction from 3D models, reducing the need for manual corrections.
2. Smart 2D Takeoff The measurement engine has been fine-tuned. Users can now enjoy faster rendering of high-resolution PDFs and improved OCR (Optical Character Recognition) capabilities for smarter counting and spacing.
3. Improved Workbook Integration The link between your dimensions and the spreadsheet workbook is tighter than ever. Changes in the drawing area update instantly in your cost plan, ensuring your estimates remain synchronized.
4. "Live" Linking Features CostX 6.8 enhances the "Live" linking feature, allowing users to link dimensions to external rate libraries more efficiently, making rate application a breeze.