As a major professional software suite, Allplan 2018 operated on a premium perpetual licensing model. Pricing in 2018 was tiered based on the feature set required by the professional:
For structural engineers, Allplan 2018 introduces automated tools that dramatically cut down the time required to detail concrete structures. allplan+2018+top
: The Actionbar groups tools based on specific professional roles, such as Architecture, Engineering, Terrain, or Construction. Switching roles contextually reveals only the tools required for that specific phase of work. As a major professional software suite, Allplan 2018
The 2018-1 update brought significant performance enhancements, ensuring that even the most detailed models could be manipulated, edited, and rendered quickly, keeping workflows fluid. Switching roles contextually reveals only the tools required
One of the most significant "top" features of Allplan 2018 was its emphasis on . In previous years, the AEC industry struggled with data silos, where different software platforms could not communicate effectively. Allplan 2018 addressed this by optimizing the exchange of data via the IFC (Industry Foundation Classes) format. The software introduced what the developers termed a "formwork" view, allowing users to filter and view specific elements of a BIM model without loading unnecessary data. This focus on open standards meant that architects and engineers could collaborate more seamlessly, reducing the risk of data loss and misinterpretation that often plagues multi-disciplinary projects. By prioritizing data quality in exchanges, Allplan 2018 positioned itself as a central hub for collaborative design.