Clients say ARKANCE Be.Smart tools make even complex steel framing easy

Since ARKANCE Be.Smart (formerly Agacad) team began developing software for Revit in 2007, users have given us a lot of feedback in many forms. Here we share some of written comments we’ve received from clients working on building projects all over the world

AEC professionals who have used Be.Smart Metal Framing call this BIM software for Revit comprehensive, efficient and intuitive. Users stress that it simplifies even complex tasks, and that ARKANCE’s support helps them get maximum value from the technology.

Metal Framing reviews

Here’s what some clients say about Metal Framing:

Jeff Feucht

BIM Lead Coordinator at WPI Builds, USA

“Other steel framing software I’ve used in the past are not even in the same league. Why I like Agacad [now Be.Smart] framing tools:

  • LIVE schedule!!!!

  • Automated framing that puts in the right size studs without having to configure for all the different walls when needed for critical framing only option

  • Automated panel numbering system that numbers panels the way I want

  • Easy workflow… No critical options hidden in a sub-menu… It’s all right out front!!

  • Easy-to-use customizable headers – even box and nested

  • Easy-to-use customizable element labeling

  • Being able to design complex panel systems

  • Ability to make small changes in the panel with ease

  • Add-on software that makes things even easier

  • Quick turnaround to my questions and concerns with viable solutions and always a helpful attitude.” (2020 feedback)

Emily Rivas

Architect at ECOliving, Ecuador

“We are very happy with the Agacad [now Be.Smart] software. It has helped us in all we have needed to do. Definitely highly recommended software for what is related to steel framing.” (2019 feedback)

Joshua Juneau

Engineer at Morphy, Makofsky Inc., USA

“I was able to make an extremely difficult project a success with the help of your team.” (2019 feedback)