Ali-Beam: The Ultimate Bar Bending Schedule (BBS) Automation Tool

Transform your drafting workflow with Ali-Beam, a powerful plugin designed to automate the creation of Bar Bending Schedules and reinforcement detailing within your CAD environment. Whether you are working on complex structural projects or simple residential units, Ali-Beam helps you generate accurate BBS tables in seconds, eliminating manual calculation errors and saving valuable drafting time.

Overview: Ali-Beam streamlines the detailing process for reinforced concrete elements. It allows engineers and draftsmen to draw, label, and schedule reinforcement bars for Footings, Columns, Beams, Slabs, and other structural elements with ease. The tool seamlessly bridges the gap between your drawing and your fabrication data by exporting directly to Excel.

Key Features:

• Automated BBS Generation: Instantly calculate cutting lengths and total weights for all reinforcement bars in your drawing.
• Comprehensive Element Support: Specialized tools for detailing Footings, Columns, Beams, Slabs, and generic structural elements.
• Intelligent Rebar Drawing: Quickly draw reinforcement bars with various standard shapes. The tool supports standard hooks, bends, and lap lengths.
• Dynamic Labeling: Automatically place intelligent labels and tags on your rebar that update as you modify the drawing.
• One-Click Excel Export: Export your final Bar Bending Schedule directly to Microsoft Excel with a professional format ready for procurement and site use.
• Error-Free Calculations: Eliminate the risk of human error in manual length and weight calculations.
• User-Friendly Interface: Intuitive commands and dialogs designed for fast adoption by any CAD user.

Why Choose Ali-Beam?

1. Speed: Reduce the time spent on BBS creation by up to 70% compared to manual methods.
2. Accuracy: Ensure precise material take-offs and avoid costly shortages or wastage on site.
3. Flexibility: Easily modify bar properties, and the schedule updates to reflect the changes.

Note: This app uses a custom installer (and not the standard App Store installer).

This is a 15-days trial version.