Top for Industrial Production
While Allplan has always dominated the precast market, 2018 introduced Smart Parts logic. This meant that a wall panel wasn't just a 3D block; it knew it was a wall. It automatically generated reinforcement, lifting anchors, and sandwich panel insulation. allplan+2018+top
Key upgrade: Direct CNC export. The 2018 version streamlined the code generation for automated production lines (like Vollert or Weckenmann). Users reported a 30% reduction in data preparation time between "approval drawing" and "factory machine." Top for Industrial Production While Allplan has always
For structural engineers, this was the headline act. Allplan 2018 Top automated the placement of rebar in complex concrete structures. The Parametric Rebar Shape Manager allowed users to store national standards (DIN, ACI, BS) and apply them to any 3D geometry. You could generate bending schedules automatically, link them to CNC bending machines, and visualize every rebar intersection in 3D—preventing on-site clashes before they happened. Key upgrade: Direct CNC export
Since you are installing a 2018 version, you do not need a 2025 supercomputer. However, for smooth operation of the "Top" features (especially Cineware rendering and large IFC models), you needed:
You might be wondering: If newer versions exist, why write an article about a 2018 release?
When Nemetschek launched this build in late 2017 for the 2018 market, the focus was on "bridging the gap between CAD and BIM." Here are the headline features that made this version a top contender.