EPTar does not yet support AC27’s new “Reinforcement Pattern” tool for slabs. Workaround: Use EPTar’s “Mesh area” tool instead of native pattern.
Elias tapped a key. The tool in ÉPTÁR instantly generated a comprehensive Cutting List and Weight Report. Every bar, every bend, and every kilogram of steel was accounted for, extracted directly from the 3D model without a single manual entry error.
: For un-orthogonal structures like curved walls, bridge abutments, or variable ramps, the "Polygon Rebar" mode enables custom paths using editable hotspots.
: For users who are deeply invested in Graphisoft's ecosystem and prefer ArchiCAD's user interface and modeling philosophy, EPTAR Reinforcement is indispensable. The central limitation of Revit from an ArchiCAD user's perspective is well captured by one forum participant who, when discussing Revit, stated, "i would rather go back to hand drawing (while walking over red hot coals, barefooted) before using revit". For this user base, EPTAR Reinforcement provides a workable solution that "is not as robust as a Rivet would be however, I find it to be very useful quality and presentation with minimal effort". It fills a critical gap until such time as Graphisoft introduces a fully native reinforcement tool, which is currently on the roadmap. eptar reinforcement for archicad 27
[Draw/Select Structure] -> [Define Concrete Cover] -> [Apply Reinforcement Mesh/Bars] -> [Generate Bending Schedules] Step 1: Element Selection
: A more intuitive palette that aligns with the Archicad 27 UI/UX standards. Enhanced IFC Export
Instead of counting lengths by hand, the plugin tracks structural data in real time. With a single click, it compiles a as an interactive table directly onto your floor plan layout. This table summarizes parameters like: EPTAR REINFORCEMENT 4.0 | Tutorial EPTar does not yet support AC27’s new “Reinforcement
EPTAR provides a deep library of smart, parametric GDL objects for standard structural elements. You can easily model reinforcement for: Continuous and isolated foundations Columns (rectangular, circular, and custom profiles) Beams and structural lintels Slabs, meshes, and complex walls 2. Automatic Cutting and Shaping
The release for Archicad 27 focuses on performance stability and better integration with Graphisoft's latest "Design Options" workflow. Design Option Compatibility
A common question is how EPTAR Reinforcement compares to the rebar tools found in Autodesk Revit. This is a critical consideration for any firm deciding on its BIM software stack. The tool in ÉPTÁR instantly generated a comprehensive
Manually drawing complex shapes around openings is prone to errors. EPTAR automatically detects windows, doors, and custom slab voids, wrapping the necessary reinforcement meshes and edge bars around them effortlessly. 4. Comprehensive Scheduling and Bill of Materials (BOM)
: Built-in verification to ensure rebar overlapping and placement meet standard structural requirements. 🚀 What’s New for Archicad 27?
Open a 3D view or section view showing the concrete column.
: After installing from the Éptár website , the tool appears as a dedicated "Reinforcement" tab in the Archicad menu bar. Why Use It?
: Enables civil engineers to design, document, and list reinforcement directly within Archicad, eliminating the need to export models to external structural software for basic detailing.