StructaThe answer
Evaluate StructaCAD against the drawings you actually need: plans, elevations, sections and reinforcement details. Use the same model and drawing scope as your ProtaDetails workflow, then open the exported DXF. The useful comparison is the time and adjustments needed to reach a drawing set your team can review.
Put it into practice
Compare the model sources supported by each workflow.
Generate the same set of beam, column, slab, wall, and frame drawings.
Review reinforcement editability and the clarity of generated annotations.
Compare the final DXF/CAD cleanup effort, not only generation speed.
An example of the output
Explore the drawing ↗Example output from StructaCAD. Your drawings will depend on the model and the options you choose.
Before you export
- Use the same model and deliverable list for each trial.
- Record the remaining import, reinforcement and drawing adjustments.
- Check plans, compatibility and support against your office's requirements.
Continue with the complete workflow
Compare the available drawing types with your delivery requirements and inspect a full-size example.
Structural drawings: plans, elevations and detailsA little more detail
Where should I start if I am new to StructaCAD?
Open StructaCAD and start with a small model you know. Check the stories and sections, generate one view and review it in CAD. You can enter without signing in; check the plans for export terms.
What happens when my model changes?
Bring in the updated information and regenerate the affected drawings. Compare versions before issue. Review any edits made to the DXF in AutoCAD separately when replacing an export.