From planning to ongoing operation
pitCAD ULTIMATE/CLASSIC
With pitCAD Ultimate, you use CAD and BIM software that combines planning and operation. In a familiar DWG environment, you can model plans, integrate IFC models and work seamlessly in pitEcoSystem+.
pitCAD stands for more than 30 years of experience in CAD and BIM for building services engineering, architecture and facility management. With pitCAD Ultimate, you get a powerful solution that combines planning and building operation in a single environment. Thanks to the integrated CAD core, you can start modeling directly without installing additional software. Based on open standards such as IFC and CAFM Connect, pitCAD is fully integrated into the openBIM process and the pitEcoSystem+, creating a seamless connection between planning, construction and operation.
The integrated CAD and BIM solution
pitCAD ULTIMATE/CLASSIC
CAD PLANNING
pitCAD Ultimate offers a familiar DWG environment with powerful 2D and 3D tools. Modules for heating, air conditioning, ventilation, plumbing and electrical as well as the connection to SOLAR COMPUTER ensure precise and efficient planning.
openBIM MODELING
The software supports open standards such as IFC and BCF and enables smooth collaboration throughout the entire project. Architecture and TGA modules as well as the integration of point clouds ensure a consistent connection in pitEcoSystem+
LICENSE MODEL
pitCAD Ultimate has a modular structure, requires no additional CAD base and offers flexible single-user or network licenses at a one-off cost.
2D/3D TGA planning with pitCAD Ultimate
- Classic 2D/3D planning and 3D BIM modeling
- Working in a familiar DWG environment
- Smart, AI-based BIM modeling features
- Consistent operating concept for all trades (HVAC, electrical)
Intuitive input concept with pitKlick - Intelligent connection of the SOLAR-COMPUTER calculation software
- Area conversion tool for heating/cooling load calculation and GEG (Building Energy Act)
- Fully integrated into the pitEcoSystem+ (plan, build, operate)
openBIM modeling with pitCAD Ultimate
- BIM modeling in familiar DWG environment
- Smart, AI-based BIM modeling features
- Complete IFC interoperability (IFC2x3, IFC4)
- Import of Revit models
- Collaboration on the basis of BCF
- High-performance model processing thanks to a lean data model
- Model preparation and drawing derivation
- Fully integrated into the pitEcoSystem+ (plan, build, operate)
BIM4FM with pitCAD Ultimate
- Smart mapping functionalities for object linking
- Support of classification systems (IFC, CAFM-Connect etc.)
- Model preparation and integration for pitFM
- Modeling tool for conversions in operation (construction in existing buildings)
- Support for IFC2x3 and IFC4
- Preparation of 3D scan data (point clouds)
- Automatic projectile detection
- Derivation of 2D floor plans (area recognition, polygonization)
Modules at a glance
Basis, building construction and FM
FM Basic
The high-performance CAD basis for your 2D/3D planning tasks. Everything in a familiar DWG environment.
BIM
3D BIM modeling with AI-based features for efficient work in your openBIM project. Supports IFC and BCF and includes a variety of modeling tools. From planning in the BIM project to Scan2BIM for your inventory, always everything „inside“.
BIM4FM
Seamless integration of the BIM model (geometry and alphanumerics) in pitFM Smart Mapping features and support of openBIM standards such as IFC and CAFM-Connect.
Communicator
Import and export of 3D CAD files from common CAD applications. (Seamlessly imports geometry and PMI files)
Import:
STEP: .step, .stp, .stpz
STL: .stl
Autodesk Inventor: .iam, .ipt
Export:
3D-PDF: .pdf
STEP: .step, .stp
ACIS: .asab, .asat, .sab, .sat
Building technology
Heating and plumbing
Smart features for heating and sanitary planning. Supports schematic, floor plan, 2D/3D piping etc.
Ventilation
Smart features for TGA ventilation planning. Schematics, floor plans, 2D/3D system design, sections and perspectives are supported.
Electric
Smart features for TGA electrical planning. Supports 2D/3D installation diagrams and circuit diagrams.
SOLAR interface
Smart integration of the SOLAR-COMPUTER calculation software. Among other things, the heating and cooling load calculation is supported.
For a climate-neutral building stock
pitCAD Ultimate & SOLAR-COMPUTER
Create energy efficiency certificates in accordance with the Building Energy Act (GEG) or carry out a life cycle assessment in accordance with the Quality Seal for Sustainable Buildings (QNG) with the software solutions pitCAD Ultimate and SOLAR-COMPUTER.
Building master data
- Preparation and integration of existing CAD/BIM as-built plans (DWG, IFC)
- Digitization of planning documents (PDF, TIFF etc.)
- Preparation of point clouds into a 3D model
GEG verification
- Calculating, testing and verifying energy efficiency
- Creation of energy certificates and energy reports
- Profitability calculation
Life cycle assessment
- Calculation of characteristic values for QNG
- Balancing of primary energy demand
- Life cycle assessment verification for the „PLUS“ and „PREMIUM“ seal variants“
Using BIM data intelligently
BIM4FM WITH pitCAD
A valid database for digital and sustainable real estate operations. With BIM4FM, you lay the foundation for sustainable data management. Integrate the FM-relevant data from the BIM model into our CAFM solution pitFM. You tell us how you work and we will provide you with the right BIM4FM tool.
openBIM4FM
BIM4FM with pitCAD Ultimate
Manufacturer-neutral openBIM4FM process based on IFC and CAFM-Connect. This allows you to transfer standardized content from the construction phase to pitFM using pitCAD Ultimate. Regardless of which authoring tool was used to capture and model the data in the construction phase.
pitFM REVIT interface
Closed BIM4FM with pitFM Revit interface
The closedBIM interface enables the loss-free exchange of BIM data from Revit to pitFM. Intelligent mapping functions automatically link room, area and object data with the pitFM data model and seamlessly continue it there.
CAD4FM with pitFM
Direct link between CAD and facility management
Your building stock is already available digitally, but not as a BIM model, but as a 2D floor plan in DWG format. Your CAD data is quickly and precisely integrated into pitFM via the powerful DWG interface. Once integrated, they are available in the integrated CAD viewer for visualization and further use in facility management.
Areas of application of pitCAD Ultimate
SUCCESS STORIES
Numerous companies successfully use pitCAD Ultimate in their projects and use it to optimize their planning and operational processes. The success stories show how users make efficient use of data, improve processes and successfully implement projects.
PB P. Berchtold Engineering Office for Energy & Building Services
The engineering office PB P. Berchtold, based in Sarnen, is an experienced planning office for ...
Frequently asked questions
FAQ
What is pitCAD Ultimate and what is it used for?
pitCAD Ultimate is an integrated CAD and BIM solution for building construction, technical building services and facility management. It enables efficient planning in 2D and 3D, supports openBIM modeling and accompanies the entire life cycle of a property. The software is fully integrated into the pitEcoSystem+ and works without an additional CAD basis.
What are the main features of pitCAD Ultimate?
The central functions include 2D and 3D planning in a DWG environment, BIM modeling with intelligent functions, a uniform operating concept for all trades and the connection to the Solar Computer calculation software. The software offers full IFC compatibility, collaboration via the BIM Collaboration Format, powerful model editing and close integration into the pitEcoSystem+. pitCAD Ultimate supports all trades such as heating, ventilation, plumbing, electrical and architecture.
What is BIM4FM and how does pitCAD Ultimate support this approach?
BIM4FM describes the connection of BIM models with facility management. pitCAD Ultimate supports this approach through structured data capture, verified quality and seamless transfer to pitFM. Open standards such as IFC and CAFM Connect ensure a continuous flow of information between planning, construction and operation.
What does full IFC interoperability mean?
Full IFC interoperability means that pitCAD Ultimate is fully compatible with IFC standards 2×3 and 4, making it easier to exchange and collaborate with other BIM software solutions.
How is the license and module concept of pitCAD Ultimate structured?
pitCAD Ultimate is based on a modular concept in which only the modules actually required are purchased. A separate CAD base is not required. The software is available as a single user or network license and offers specialized modules for structural engineering, building services engineering, facility management as well as heating, plumbing, ventilation and electrical engineering.