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| Feature | AC25 + Eptar | AC26 + Eptar | |--------|--------------|----------------| | | Manual polyline limits | Parametric edge detection | | Rebar bending schedules | Separate Excel export | Native BIMcloud-linked schedules | | Hooks & bends preview | 2D symbolic | Real-time 3D in ArchiCAD 26’s enhanced 3D window | | Performance | Lag on >500 rebars | Smooth pan/zoom up to 2,000 rebars | | IFC export type | IfcReBar (often lost) | IfcReBar with correct shape parameters |
| Feature | Native Rebar Tool | Eptar | |--------|----------------|-------| | Learning curve | Gentle | Steep but powerful | | Automatic beam reinforcement | No (manual each bar) | Yes (full cage in one click) | | Code-based spacing rules | Partial | Full (including seismic zones) | | Bar bending schedule | Basic table | Customizable to local standards | | Cost | Included in AC26 license | Additional license (approx. €600/year) | eptar reinforcement archicad 26
In the world of Building Information Modeling (BIM), few tasks remain as notoriously time-consuming as 3D reinforcement detailing. For years, structural engineers have struggled to seamlessly transition from analysis software to detailed, fabrication-ready rebar models. Enter —a specialized add-on that has become the gold standard for concrete reinforcement within the Graphisoft ecosystem. With the release of ArchiCAD 26 , Eptar has rolled out critical updates that change the game for rebar modeling, scheduling, and clash detection. | Feature | AC25 + Eptar | AC26
This article provides a comprehensive guide to using , covering installation, new features, workflow optimizations, and troubleshooting. What is Eptar Reinforcement? For the uninitiated, Eptar Reinforcement is a third-party BIM extension developed by Cype Soft (in close collaboration with Graphisoft). Unlike ArchiCAD’s native rebar tools—which are powerful but require manual placement—Eptar automates the process. It interprets structural analysis results (often from Cype or other FEM software) and generates 3D reinforcement meshes directly inside ArchiCAD 26. Enter —a specialized add-on that has become the
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