MEP Engineering

Digital information and research platform for the AEC industry to explore, compare and source sustainable building materials with comprehensive sustainability data.

Integrate real-time data on building material climate impacts with API-first solution. Access the industry's largest, highest-quality sustainability database for immediate embodied carbon calculations.

AutoCAD plugin that converts 2D and 3D designs into secure, interactive PDF files for easy sharing with stakeholders without requiring AutoCAD licenses.

Free Revit plugin that enables accurate distance measurements in 3D views by selecting two points or clicking edges, with coordinate display in multiple reference systems.

Revit plugin that converts 3D building models into secure, interactive PDF files for easy sharing with stakeholders without requiring Revit licenses.

Interactive compliance checker that validates elevator car dimensions (width, depth, door width), button placement heights, signage requirements, door operation, emergency communication, and all accessibility features against ADA 2010 Standards (Section 407). Supports multiple elevator car configurations and provides side-by-side compliance verification with ADA section citations.

AR/VR platform that overlays 3D BIM models onto construction sites at full scale and GPS-geolocated positions. Enables teams to verify design intent, detect clashes, and collaborate with live data overlays from sensors, facilities systems, and IoT devices.

Cloud-based energy management and building intelligence platform that aggregates real-time data from meters, sensors, and building systems to optimize performance across commercial real estate portfolios.

Professional building information modeling software for architects and AEC teams. Enables 3D design, 2D documentation, and real-time collaboration via cloud-based BIMcloud. Native support for Mac and Windows with open BIM standards (IFC) for multidisciplinary coordination.

Former AI-driven talent marketplace that connected architecture, engineering, and construction professionals with employers through portfolio-based matching and one-click applications. Platform is no longer operational as of 2025.

Common Data Environment (CDE) that centralizes project information with BIM collaboration tools, document management, and workflow automation for construction teams.

Cloud-based platform that automatically generates fully coordinated, code-compliant 3D electrical raceway designs in hours instead of weeks. Uses generative design and AI to optimize routing, eliminate clashes, and minimize material waste.

Neural network platform that automatically detects and classifies objects in 3D point clouds from laser scans to accelerate BIM modeling workflows.

Computer-aided design software that allows architects, engineers, and construction professionals to create precise 2D drawings and 3D models with AI-powered automation and collaborative workflows.

Content management platform that bridges content silos so AEC design teams can search, find, and reuse any file type across project lifecycles through visual interface and automated indexing.

Revit plugin that automatically detects MEP and structural clashes in BIM models and generates customizable clash detection reports. Works with AI-powered BAMROC for enhanced clash resolution and integrates with Navisworks via CRDR BIM for detailed reporting.

Buildings and Habitats Object Model - A collaborative open-source framework providing a vendor-agnostic common data dictionary and 30+ software adapters (Revit, Dynamo, Grasshopper, ETABS, TAS, GSA, Strand7, and more) to enable seamless data exchange across AEC tools without manual model recreation.

AI-powered plugins for Autodesk Revit that enable users to automate BIM workflows using natural language commands. Includes Smart Annotation for automated tagging and BIMLOGiQ Copilot for conversational Revit automation.

Free calculator that helps building teams estimate BREEAM certification levels (Pass, Good, Very Good, Excellent, Outstanding) based on planned green building strategies. Covers all 9 BREEAM assessment categories with category-weighted scoring: Management, Health & Wellbeing, Energy, Materials, Land Use & Ecology, Pollution, Water, Transport, and Hazards. Supports BREEAM New Construction v6, In-Use, and regional variants.

Web-based collaborative platform for building energy modeling that combines EnergyPlus simulation engine with Git-based version control, 3D visualization, and team collaboration. Reduces energy modeling time by up to 70% through cloud-based automation and model management.

Platform for structural, civil, and mechanical engineers to build, share, and collaborate on parametric calculations using formulas, Python scripts, and templates. Features real-time collaboration, version control, template libraries, and AI-assisted calculation generation.

CATIA is a leading CAD/CAM/CAE and product lifecycle management (PLM) platform that combines 3D parametric modeling with Building Information Modeling (BIM) capabilities. It provides aerospace-grade precision for complex facades, structural systems, MEP, and modular construction with real-time multidisciplinary collaboration via the 3DEXPERIENCE cloud platform.

Revit plugin that converts architectural models to CATIA V5 format (.CATPart/.CATProduct), preserving geometry, topology, colors, and metadata for advanced engineering workflows.

AutoCAD plugin that converts 2D/3D drawings to CATIA V5 format (.CATPart/.CATProduct/CGR), preserving geometry, colors, sketches, and wire data for seamless collaboration between AutoCAD and CATIA V5 workflows.

Open-source web application for calculating and visualizing thermal comfort indices according to ASHRAE 55-2023, ISO 7730:2005, and EN 16798-1:2022 standards. Supports PMV/PPD calculations, adaptive comfort models, and advanced features like SolarCal, dynamic clothing, and elevated airspeed methods.

Free web-based calculator that determines the correct circuit breaker size based on electrical load. Applies NEC Article 240 and 210.20(A) methodologies to size breakers for continuous loads, non-continuous loads, and mixed loads. Inputs include load type (continuous/non-continuous), connected load in watts or amperes, supply voltage (120V–480V), number of motors, and ambient temperature. Outputs breaker size in standard ampere ratings per NEC 240.6(A), recommended wire size with ampacity check, 125% safety factor applied, and compliance status against NEC limits. Supports single-phase AC, three-phase AC, DC, and motor circuit sizing per NEC Article 430. Generates NEC code citations (240.6(A), 210.20(A), 430.24) and PDF export for design documentation and permit applications.

Interactive calculator that determines HVAC system requirements (CFM, ACH, HEPA filters, return grilles) for cleanroom facilities based on ISO 14644 standards. Input room dimensions, cleanroom ISO class (5-8), and particle generation rate; the calculator applies industry-standard air change rates and outputs equipment sizing with code compliance citations. Supports both new designs and retrofit sizing.

Secure digital data exchange platform for AEC teams with immutable proof of data ownership, verified digital signatures, and permanent transaction records using blockchain technology.

Free web-based calculator for architects, MEP engineers, and building science professionals. Analyzes dew point, surface temperature, and condensation risk in walls, roofs, and HVAC systems. Provides ASHRAE 62.1 and IBC Chapter 12 compliance assessment for interior humidity control and building envelope thermal design.

AI platform that uses helmet-mounted 360° cameras during site walks to automatically detect and track defects across all trades, creating visual defect mapping on floor plans with complete change history for streamlined QA/QC workflows.

Free web-based calculator that estimates the cooling load (in BTU/h and tons) required to condition interior spaces. Uses simplified Manual J methodology accounting for floor area, ceiling height, window solar heat gain, occupancy, and building insulation levels. Outputs total cooling capacity needed for HVAC equipment sizing, broken down by heat gain source (transmission, solar, occupancy, appliances, ventilation). Includes default values for typical building types (residential, office, retail) and allows customization for non-standard projects.

Automated quantity takeoffs, bills of quantities (BOQs), and phase-based cost estimates with real-time team collaboration for architects, engineers, and contractors.

Machine learning platform that transforms past drawings into a fully searchable library, enabling keyword searches, similar view discovery, and document-specific references for AEC technical information.

Former BIM consultancy specializing in strategic digital transformation, BIM implementation, and professional training services for the global construction industry. Acquired by Aurecon in 2021 and integrated into their digital engineering practice.

Automates publishing multiple Revit sheets to PDF, DWG, DWF, DWFx, IFC and drawing lists in one operation with intelligent sheet size detection, custom filename rules, and metadata embedding.

Centralized data management platform that consolidates building requirements, room data, equipment specifications, and design standards across the entire project lifecycle. Enables real-time multi-disciplinary collaboration through bi-directional integrations with Revit, ArchiCAD, IFC, and other BIM tools. Supports design validation, change management, and facility operations with 70+ built-in PDF reports and Excel exports.

Free web-based calculator that determines duct dimensions for round and rectangular ducts using the equal friction method. Calculates duct diameter from airflow (CFM) and pressure loss rate, with automatic velocity verification, fitting equivalent lengths, and rectangular duct conversion. Implements ASHRAE standard formula: D = [0.109 × Q^1.9 / (ΔP/L)]^0.199

Free web-based calculator for sizing supply and return ductwork. Uses ASHRAE-aligned equal friction method (0.08-0.12 in. w.g./100 ft) and velocity reduction method to determine round and rectangular duct diameters from airflow (CFM), friction loss rate, and air velocity. Includes pressure drop calculations, velocity verification, and rectangular-to-round duct conversion using Huebscher equation.

FieldPrinter platform that translates digital BIM models into physical jobsite layout using robotics, achieving 1/16" accuracy at 10x the speed of manual methods.

Open-source graphical programming platform for AEC professionals that enables computational design workflows without coding knowledge. Users create automation scripts by connecting visual nodes in a canvas-based interface. Available as a free add-in for Revit and Civil 3D, plus standalone Dynamo Sandbox. Supports C# custom node development and integrates with 100+ community packages.

Swedish heating systems manufacturer offering electric underfloor heating, frost protection, and smart heating controls. Provides REST API for integration with smart home systems, building automation, and occupancy-based heating automation.

Cloud-based platform offering verified sustainability data and certifications for building products to accelerate adoption of sustainable materials.

Free web-based calculator that determines the total electrical load and required service entrance size for commercial buildings. Uses NEC Article 220 Standard Method, applies demand factors per occupancy type, calculates lighting load from Table 220.42, receptacle load from Table 220.47, HVAC and fixed equipment loads, and provides motor/continuous load adjustments. Includes support for 20+ commercial occupancy types (offices, retail, restaurants, hospitals, warehouses, schools, etc.) and generates detailed load breakdown with code compliance verification.

Cloud-native structural engineering software that transforms spreadsheets into reusable calculation functions with formula editor, version control, and API integration for transparent, scalable design workflows.

Comprehensive BIM services provider offering structural steel detailing, MEP coordination, architectural modeling, and integrated GeoBIM solutions for AEC projects worldwide.

No-code platform that integrates with Microsoft 365 to automate end-to-end business processes using AI-powered workflow creation, document generation, and compliance audit trails.

Multinational design & engineering hub providing AI-integrated BIM services, generative design automation, and Virtual Design & Construction (VDC) solutions using CATIA and 3DExperience platforms.

Revit plugin that converts 3D models to glTF/GLB format with compression and quality controls, enabling web visualization, VR/AR applications, and real-time 3D platforms.

Cloud-based platform that automates sustainable construction documentation, LEED compliance tracking, and ESG reporting with AI-powered material verification.

Open XML schema that facilitates transfer of building data stored in CAD-based BIM models to engineering analysis tools, enabling seamless interoperability between design and simulation software.

Free web-based calculator that sizes residential and commercial greywater systems for irrigation and toilet flushing. Calculates daily greywater generation, determines storage tank capacity, filter surface area, and treatment requirements. Uses IPC 2012/2021 standards and includes LEED/WELL compliance checking, cost estimating, and payback analysis.

Energy-management-as-a-service platform that reduces building energy costs and streamlines operations through automated data collection and AI-driven insights.

Secure file sharing platform for construction teams to store, share, view and track sensitive CAD files when collaborating with supply chain partners.

Enterprise file protection software that enables bulk classification, encryption, and watermarking of CAD, PDF, and Office files with Microsoft Purview integration.

Free web-based calculator that estimates the heating load (in BTU/h) required to maintain interior space temperatures during winter. Uses simplified ASHRAE Manual J methodology accounting for floor area, ceiling height, insulation R-values, window/door infiltration, ventilation requirements, and design outdoor temperatures. Outputs total heating capacity needed for equipment sizing, broken down by heat loss source (transmission, infiltration, ventilation). Includes default values for typical building types and allows customization for non-standard projects.

Revit plugin that performs automated tests to diagnose why elements are hidden in specific views, helping users find missing elements with one click.

AI platform that bridges workflow gaps by unpacking, translating, and making sense of information as it moves between teams, contexts, and systems in AEC projects.

Cloud-based HVAC design platform that consolidates load calculations, equipment sizing, duct design, and reporting into a single integrated workflow. Features AI-powered space detection from floor plans, real-time load calculation, and Revit plugin integration for BIM coordination.

Powerful Revit add-on that enables seamless data exchange between Revit models and Microsoft Excel, allowing users to export, edit, and import BIM data with precision and accuracy.

ProtoTech's IGES Exporter plugin enables seamless export of Revit BIM models to IGES format (.igs/.iges) with accurate geometric translation and support for advanced geometry features including spline surfaces, curves, wire data, and color preservation.

Professional BIM consulting services offering Revit modeling, project support, ISO 19650 certification training, and custom BIM implementation across multiple AEC disciplines.

Cloud platform that combines 3D laser scanning and machine learning to convert building scans into LOD 300 Revit, CAD, and IFC files at scale.

Content enablement platform that uses AI to automate proposal workflows, enabling quick content search, customization, and collaboration for architecture, engineering, and construction firms.

ProtoTech's JSON Exporter for AutoCAD enhances data interoperability by allowing users to export designs in JSON format. This facilitates seamless integration with web applications, cloud services, and other software platforms.

AutoCAD plugin that exports drawings to industry-standard JT format, enabling seamless data exchange with Siemens PLM systems and other JT-compatible platforms for manufacturing and engineering workflows.

Revit plugin that exports building models to industry-standard JT (Jupiter Tessellation) file format, enabling seamless data exchange with Siemens PLM systems and other JT-compatible CAD and PLM platforms for manufacturing, engineering, and product lifecycle management workflows.

Free web-based calculator for sizing kitchen hood fire suppression systems per NFPA 96, NFPA 17A, and UL 300 standards. Determines nozzle count, flow rates (GPM), agent volume, and cylinder sizing based on hood dimensions, appliance types, and protection coverage. Supports fryers, griddles, charbroilers, woks, and multiple appliance configurations.

AI platform that analyzes architectural plans against jurisdiction-specific building code requirements, including local amendments and interpretations beyond standard IBC guidelines, to expedite permit approvals.

All-in-one Revit plugin with 9 toolsets and 40+ productivity tools for BIM management, QA/QC, analysis, annotation, and workflow automation.

Integrated Design for Manufacture and Assembly (DfMA) platform with intelligent automation that streamlines AEC processes through parametric workflows and building lifecycle management.

Revit ribbon manager, Python IDE, and deployment platform that helps AEC firms create, customize, and share automation tools across their teams. Built-in AI assistant enables rapid script creation and tool distribution.

AI platform that builds digital twins of manufactured products by standardizing Bill of Materials (BOM) data and enriching it with 150+ external data sources to calculate environmental impact, cost, and compliance risk. Integrates with PLM, ERP, and CAD systems to embed sustainability insights into product design workflows.

Construction-aware AI platform for preconstruction planning, code compliance (MeltCode), and AI-assisted quantity takeoffs (Melt Takeoff). Serves owners, architects, GCs, and specialty trades with automated estimating and model coordination.

AEC-focused AI platform that understands 380+ building codes and standards. Automates code compliance checking, QA/QC reviews, RFI management, and submittal reviews by grounding AI in firm documents and industry standards.

Visual no-code platform that enables AEC firms to build, customize, and deploy AI workflows for automating repetitive tasks like submittal reviews, QA/QC, estimating, and proposals without coding.

Cloud-based Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) and Environmental Product Declaration (EPD) platform that automates embodied carbon calculations for buildings, infrastructure, and manufacturing products.

Cloud collaboration platform that automates construction administration workflows including submittals, RFIs, change orders, and document management with AI-powered analysis and Procore integration.

Free calculator that helps architects and builders verify passive house performance criteria compliance. Checks heating demand (kWh/m²/year), primary energy consumption, airtightness (ACH@50Pa), and thermal comfort standards against PHI, PHIUS, and EnerPHit requirements. Compares your design metrics against rigorous energy performance thresholds and certifies which Passive House class (Classic, Plus, Premium) your project qualifies for.

Platform for designing, deploying, and operating autonomous building systems using digital twins and generative AI to optimize energy efficiency and occupant comfort.

Free Revit plugin that allows users to create 2D families (profiles, generic annotations, detail items) instantly by selecting 2D elements and assigning a name and category, eliminating the need to navigate the family editor.

Free web-based converter for thermal resistance calculations. Converts between imperial R-values and U-factors with optional metric equivalents (RSI and SI U-values). Essential for building code compliance, window specification, and insulation material selection across ASHRAE, IECC, and international standards.

SaaS platform that automates Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) calculations by extracting material data directly from BIM models, Excel, or manual entry. Provides real-time carbon footprint tracking, EPD-based material comparisons, and AI-driven recommendations to reduce emissions by up to 30%.

AI-powered CAD agent that connects designers to multiple CAD platforms (Rhino, Revit, Blender, Fusion 360, etc.) through Model Context Protocol (MCP) servers. Enables Claude and other AI agents to directly control CAD software via natural language.

Revit plugin that automates the export of schedules to beautifully formatted, multi-page PDF, Excel, and Word documents. Uses advanced auto-fitting algorithms to fit large datasets into pixel-perfect layouts with customizable branding, logos, and formatting.

Industry-standard 3D modeling and CAD software that creates, edits, and analyzes NURBS curves, surfaces, solids, meshes, and point clouds. Includes Grasshopper visual programming for parametric design and generative workflows.

Rugged Robotics provides Layout as a Service using Mark1, an autonomous robot that marks fully coordinated architectural and engineering designs directly onto unfinished concrete floors with precision, eliminating manual layout errors and accelerating project timelines.

Machine learning platform that automates the conversion of laser scan point cloud data to building information models (BIM) in Revit, AutoCAD, or IFC formats.

Cloud-based and plugin-based platform for early-stage building performance analysis. Provides instant feedback on energy, daylight, water, and carbon metrics using industry-standard EnergyPlus and Radiance simulations.

AI-powered photogrammetry platform that transforms 360-degree camera footage into high-accuracy 3D models and point clouds for construction documentation, as-built verification, and MEP surveying. Processes video data in the cloud and outputs industry-standard formats.

Mobile-first BIM viewer with Augmented Reality that enables field teams to visualize building models at 1:1 scale on-site, capture reality data, mark up issues, and collaborate with office teams in real-time using 3D visual context.

Free web-based calculator that determines solar heat gain in BTU/hour through windows and skylights based on window area, Solar Heat Gain Coefficient (SHGC), orientation, latitude, and time of year. Outputs hourly solar heat gain, peak loads by window orientation, seasonal comparison, and AC/heating load impact. Uses ASHRAE and ISO 15099 methodology.

Cloud platform that uses AI to automatically extract quantities, areas, and measurements from 2D PDFs and 3D BIM models (IFC, Revit) enabling rapid cost estimation and design problem identification.

Cloud-based AEC data hub that connects design tools with live, versioned object graph storage for real-time collaboration. Allows teams to share, analyze, and automate workflows across Revit, Rhino, Grasshopper, AutoCAD, Civil 3D, and 20+ other tools without manual exports or version conflicts.

Revit plugin that exports 3D building information models to STEP (.stp/.step) file format, supporting multiple STEP application protocols for seamless interoperability with CAD, CAM, and manufacturing software.

Free web-based calculator for assessing linear thermal transmittance (Psi values) at building junctions. Calculates heat loss contribution from thermal bridges, surface temperatures, and condensation risk for roof-wall, wall-floor, corners, and window junctions. Uses standard junction types and construction details from UK SAP/Passivhaus standards with simplified methodology.

Automated time tracking platform that captures work activity in real-time by monitoring software usage, eliminating manual time entry and reducing revenue leakage for architecture, engineering, construction, and consulting firms.

Cloud-based generative engineering platform that automates conceptual and preliminary design of critical infrastructure. Generates complete design packages including 3D BIM models, equipment lists, P&IDs, and CAPEX/OPEX estimates from minimal input parameters.

Free web-based calculator that determines the correct transformer size in kilovolt-amperes (kVA) based on electrical load parameters. Supports single-phase and three-phase systems, accounts for demand factors and diversity, and applies AEC-standard design margins for future load growth.

Free web-based calculator that determines the overall U-value (thermal transmittance) of roof assembly components using ISO 6946 methodology. Input individual material layers with thermal conductivity and thickness; the calculator automatically accounts for surface resistances and material combinations to produce accurate thermal performance values for design compliance and energy code verification.

Free web-based calculator that determines the U-value (thermal transmittance) of wall assemblies by summing individual layer thermal resistances. Inputs material layers with thicknesses and thermal conductivity; outputs U-value in W/m²K and R-value, with code compliance validation against ASHRAE 90.1 and IECC requirements by climate zone.

Free web-based calculator that estimates the overall thermal transmittance (U-value or U-factor in Btu/hr-sf-°F) of complete window assemblies. Calculates center-of-glass, edge-of-glass, and frame contributions using ISO 10077 and NFRC methodologies. Inputs include glazing type (single/double/triple pane), frame material (aluminum/wood/vinyl/composite), gas fill (air/argon/krypton), low-E coating properties, and spacer type (warm-edge vs. aluminum). Outputs area-weighted U-value, comparison to code minimums (IECC, Passive House), and energy cost savings vs. baseline.

Python-based low-code platform that enables engineers to build, integrate, and deploy professional web applications without extensive coding expertise. Automates engineering calculations, analysis, and design workflows with connections to industry-standard CAD and analysis tools.

Cloud-based platform that transforms complex BIM data into interactive Power BI dashboards and business intelligence reports. VIM consolidates federated Revit models and integrates with construction management systems for real-time project analytics.

IESVE is a comprehensive suite of integrated analysis tools for whole-building design optimization. It provides energy modeling, thermal comfort, HVAC, lighting, airflow, and compliance analysis in a single platform using the Apache simulation engine.

Free web-based calculator that calculates voltage drop in electrical conductors using NEC Article 210 and 215 methodologies. Computes voltage drop for single-phase, three-phase, and DC circuits using either NEC Chapter 9 Tables 8 & 9 resistance/impedance values or user-provided conductor data. Inputs include conductor material (copper/aluminum), wire size (14 AWG through 1000 kcmil), circuit length, current (amperes), voltage, and phase configuration. Outputs voltage drop in volts and percentage, end-of-circuit voltage, and compliance check against NEC limits (3% branch circuit, 5% feeder, 5% combined). Supports temperature-adjusted resistance values per NEC 310.15(B)(1) and power factor correction for AC circuits. Generates code citations and PDF export for design documentation.

Free web-based calculator that determines the safe ampacity (maximum current) for electrical conductors using NEC Table 310.15(B)(16) as the base. Applies temperature correction factors per NEC 310.15(B)(1) for elevated ambient temperatures, bundling derating factors per NEC 310.15(C)(1) for multiple conductors in a raceway, and terminal temperature limitations per NEC 110.14(C). Covers copper and aluminum conductors in all insulation ratings (60°C, 75°C, 90°C), installation methods (raceway, cable, buried), and all AWG sizes from 14 AWG through 1000 kcmil. Generates detailed derating breakdown with code citations.