Estimation Modules
CAD Link
With the CAD Link module, businesses can easily connect estimating and CAD programs.
Maxwell Systems CAD Link is an invaluable program that links Maxwell Systems Estimation Mechanical and Plumbing and HVAC estimating software with East Coast (Sheet Metal 3D CAD) and with AEC Design Group (CADPIPE Commercial and CADPIPE HVAC) respectively. Through partnerships with East Coast and AEC Design Group, Maxwell Systems is able to provide customers with cutting edge technology to help improve their businesses by automating and expediting every step involved in takeoff.
Using CAD Link, you’ll appreciate these benefits:
- Direct link between your respective CAD Mechanical and Plumbing and HVAC Bill of Materials and Maxwell Systems’ estimating software.
- Imports directly into takeoff.
- Accurate estimates without manual takeoffs.
As your CAD software produces complete Bill of Materials Reports of items captured from the drawing, the CAD Link allows for this detailed information from the Bill of Materials Reports to be imported directly into the Estimation software, providing you with a complete estimate without having to manually input the data. For Mechanical and Plumbing, this report includes every pipe, valve, and fitting as well as material type, schedule, connection type, and specifications for each item. For HVAC, this report includes every straight, fitting, and all accessory items as well as default length, cut length, and fitting reports.
The CAD Link is able to read the items into the respective CAD Mechanical and Plumbing and HVAC software and map it to specific items in our software’s database, thereby importing all the information directly into the takeoff. This valuable function saves times as well as eliminates the possibilities of errors from re-inputting.
Estimation Mechanical and Plumbing and HVAC are the premier estimating systems designed specifically for the needs of mechanical, plumbing and HVAC contractors respectively. These powerful solutions allow the contractors to automate the bidding process and lower costs associated with bidding and winning jobs. Estimation enables you to create detailed, accurate and professional estimates quickly and easily. This software gives you complete control over your projects from start to finish from estimating and purchasing to billing and project management. With CAD Link you can get accurate estimates without having to manually re-input the information so you can start winning bids right away.

