Integrating structural reinforcement details directly into a Building Information Modeling (BIM) workflow has historically been a challenge for structural engineers and architects. General BIM tools often require tedious manual modeling for complex rebar layouts. The newly updated bridges this gap, providing a highly automated, precise solution for detailing concrete structures within the native Archicad environment.

Users can now indicate different text content in floor plan labels for both rebars and mesh elements. Additionally, the cutting list for mesh has been made more accurate, and slab and wall edge reinforcement can now be listed by components. An automatic update indicator helps track changes throughout the design process.

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Feedback on EPTAR Reinforcement for ArchiCAD 27 has been overwhelmingly positive, though some limitations remain.

Traditionally, architects design the shell in Archicad, and structural engineers detail reinforcement in separate 2D CAD platforms. Éptár Reinforcement allows both teams to work within a unified BIM model. This minimizes data loss and miscommunication. Accelerates Documentation

When structural elements change size, updating the rebar layouts and regeneration of the cutting list takes minutes instead of hours.

The tool palette has been completely overhauled for improved usability and workflow efficiency. The new design aligns with ArchiCAD's modern interface standards, making it more intuitive for both new and experienced users.

The latest updated version of EPTAR Reinforcement Archicad 27 is part of the Reinforcement 7

The add-on supports both imperial and metric units, with unit settings automatically following ArchiCAD's project preferences. When switching between unit systems, already placed objects are converted, though users may need to refresh object settings to complete the conversion. A word of caution: the conversion from metric to imperial does not automatically adjust to standard imperial sizes; users should create custom value sets in the global settings for accurate imperial dimensions.

The update shows significant improvement in , thanks to Archicad 27’s new resource handling.

Rebar objects instantly map to Archicad’s building materials, pen sets, and layer combinations.

Éptár's roadmap for Reinforcement 7 through 2025 includes exciting developments:

by clicking the appropriate button in the Reinforcement menu. This launches the freely movable floating palette that serves as your primary interface for reinforcement modeling.