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SYNCHRO 4D Pro Features

Listed below are some of the many features of SYNCHRO 4D Pro and stand-alone SYNCHRO Pro.

Manage Models

  • Import multiple models from different sources
  • Synchronize from updated versions of the model
  • Import and reference model attributes (e.g. dimensions, part numbers, user defined fields)
  • Create simple geometry (Box, Cylinder, Sphere, or Extrusion) to represent objects not contained in the imported model, e.g. lay-down areas or workspaces
  • Subdivide model objects to match construction tasks (e.g. multiple pours for a concrete slab)
  • Filter model by any attribute+

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Manage Schedules

  • Import multiple schedules from different sources, e.g. Subcontractor schedules
  • Create schedules from scratch with a full-featured CPM engine 
  • Insert tasks to imported schedules - to add more detail to better show intended construction sequence 
  • Synchronise from updated schedules 
  • Export or Synchronise updates made in SYNCHRO to external scheduling tools 
  • Organise schedule by Work Breakdown Structure or Activity Codes 
  • Import or create and assign Activity Codes for better schedule visualization (e.g. filter or sort by Trade, Level, Workzone, etc) 
  • Filter or sort the schedule by any attribute 
  • Calculate and display the Critical Path (longest path or least float) 
  • Baseline the schedule for comparison against later updates or "what-if" scenarios
  • Edit task duration and logic ties to create "what-if" scenarios
  • Update schedule progress

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Manage Resources and 4D Model

  • Drag and drop to assign model objects to tasks 
  • Auto-match resources to tasks based on model and task attributes or user-defined fields 
  • Assign human, material, equipment, and space resources to tasks 
  • Create new tasks in the schedule from model objects 
  • Use growth simulation to show intended installation direction 
  • Track resource status and actual resource usage
  • Visualize 4D sequence using multiple color schemes
  • Play 4D sequence directly in SYNCHRO for live review, share with stakeholders for viewing in the free Open Viewer software, or export a video to share 

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Track costs and earned value

  • Assign or import resource costs and task expenses
  • Track actual costs 
  • View the Earned Value graph
  • Roll up costs by Work Breakdown Structure
  • View and export cost totals report 

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Analyze 4D model and create 4D simulation

  • Run built-in schedule comparison and analysis reports 
  • Compare baseline vs. actual in side-by-side 3D windows 
  • Run 4D spatial coordination tests to find dynamic clashes between objects, equipment, and/or work zones 
  • Create custom tabular reports for tasks and resources 
  • Analyse Resource and Task data using user-defined formulas 
  • View and export time-distributed task and resource usage data 
  • View and print resource usage bar and line graphs 
  • View and print Earned Value graph 
  • Export interactive 3D PDFs of the model on any given date 
  • Create high quality model renderings using Iray 
  • Create marked-up viewpoints to return to later, print, or share with stakeholders for viewing in the free Open Viewer software 
  • Create construction sequence animations with camera movement 
  • Export animations to video alongside the Gantt chart, EVA graph, Timeline and/or list of active Resources or Tasks
  • Create reports with daily/weekly/monthly snapshots of planned progress alongside a list of Tasks for the period

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Collaborate across desktop, web, and mobile [4D Pro only]

Powered by iTwin technologies, SYNCHRO 4D Pro expands the capabilities of Synchro Pro beyond traditional model file imports. Our cloud-based solution makes it easier to collaborate across all projects.

 The 4D visa includes

  • SYNCHRO 4D Pro: best in class 4D construction planning that opens cloud-hosted collaboration projects
  • Iray rendering add-on in SYNCHRO 4D Pro
  • SYNCHRO Modeler: model splitting for construction and model-based Quantity Take-Off (QTO)
  • SYNCHRO Control: form-based project management, communication, reporting and analytics, and 4D model review
  • SYNCHRO Field: field mobility for forms, 4D model review, and model statusing

 Beyond the improved capabilities, SYNCHRO 4D also offers the following cost benefits:

  • User Pricing for project hosting - allows for unlimited Projects to be created for collaboration in the office and the field. This replaces the need to purchase a separate “per project” Synchro SWP license as in the past
  • SYNCHRO 4D now includes Iray adapter, previously an additional annual charge
  • Every SYNCHRO 4D user also gets access to Control and Field, included in the 4D Visa Price. Extend the value of the 4D model from pre-construction through construction and inspections.  

See the easy-on set up directions here.

 

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