Allplan 2018 May 2026

In the fast-paced world of AEC software, three years can feel like a generation. While we are now several versions ahead of Allplan 2018, it is worth taking a moment to revisit this specific release.

Why? Because Allplan 2018 represented a pivotal moment. It was the version where the lines between "pure drafting" and "Building Information Modeling" finally became indistinguishable for many users.

Here is our retrospective on what made Allplan 2018 a workhorse for engineers and architects.

One of the standout features in 2018 was the refinement of Reference Views. This allowed teams to break down massive models (stadiums, hospitals, high-rises) into manageable chunks.

Allplan 2018 introduced important BIM-focused improvements for its time; users working on legacy projects or in firms standardized on that release will find it capable for architecture and structural workflows, though newer Allplan releases add further BIM, cloud-collaboration, and performance enhancements.

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This guide provides a foundational overview of Allplan 2018 , focusing on initial setup, core design workflows, and BIM-compliant structural organization. 1. Project Initialization & Setup

Starting a project correctly ensures all subsequent model data remains consistent and structured. Create a New Project : Open Allplan and use the Welcome Screen or project menu to start a new file. Define Building Structure Building Structure

manager to establish levels (e.g., ground floor, first floor). You can manually modify existing structures to fit specific designs. Coordinate Systems

: Ensure your project coordinates are set; this is critical when transitioning from 2D drafting to 3D modeling to ensure elements align correctly. 2. The User Interface: Actionbar & Palettes allplan 2018

The 2018 version introduced significant UI updates, primarily the , which groups tools by task roles. Actionbar Customization

: Tools are organized by roles (e.g., "Draft" for 2D, "Design" for 3D). You can import custom Actionbar templates from older versions or create new roles via the Actionbar Configurator Properties Palette

: Use this to modify selected elements. For example, to group multiple elements together, assign them the same Group Number in the palette. 3. Core Design Workflows

Allplan 2018 supports a hybrid workflow, allowing you to build a 3D model while generating 2D documentation. 2D Drafting : Use basic functions like under the "Draft" role to create outlines. 3D Modeling 3D Elements : Create shapes like pyramids or prisms using the 3D Objects Reference Points

: Use existing 2D lines as references for 3D points. Use the Tabulator key to input delta values for vertical extensions (Z-axis). Architectural Components In the fast-paced world of AEC software, three

: Build walls, slabs, and columns. These components automatically contain data for quantity takeoffs and cost analysis, which is TÜV SÜD certified in the 2018 version. 4. Documentation & Output

Once the model is built, you can extract sections and layouts for final delivery.

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"Design is not just how it looks; it's how it works." Allplan 2018 embodied this philosophy. Prior to this version, many firms struggled with the "Level of Detail" required for construction documents. Allplan 2018 bridged this gap by: