hsbcad
hsbcad is offsite construction software that adds timber framing, detailing, BIM, CNC, manufacturing, and assembly workflows to Autodesk Revit and AutoCAD for prefab and mass-timber teams.
Prefab timber projects need models that can move from design intent to shop drawings, machine files, factory stations, and site assembly. hsbcad focuses on that design-to-manufacture path for stick frame, CLT, SIP, glulam, carpentry, log, metal frame, and related offsite building systems.
The platform works through products such as hsbDesign for Revit, hsbDesign for AutoCAD, hsbMake, hsbShare, and hsbView. Designers can detail framing in familiar Autodesk environments, then pass production data into CAM, MES, factory, and assembly workflows.
hsbcad states that hsbDesign 29 is compatible with Revit 2026 and AutoCAD Architecture 2026 (hsbcad news, 2025). That current Autodesk support matters for fabricators and engineering teams that need timber detailing, IFC exchange, shop drawings, CNC output, and field-ready assembly information from the same model data.
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Pros and cons
Pros
- Purpose-built for offsite timber and prefab workflows rather than generic BIM modeling alone.
- Runs inside Revit and AutoCAD Architecture, which can reduce tool switching for Autodesk-based teams.
- Connects detailing, manufacturing, cloud sharing, and assembly workflows across the hsbcad product family.
- Includes production-focused outputs such as shop drawings, material lists, and CNC machine data.
Cons
- Core hsbDesign pricing is quote-based and depends on selected products, modules, and organization needs.
- The main design tools depend on Autodesk Revit or AutoCAD Architecture environments.
- Best fit is offsite timber and prefab construction, not general-purpose architecture for every building type.
- Advanced manufacturing value depends on clean modeling standards and configured production data.
Key features
Timber and prefab detailing: Model stick frame, CLT, SIP, glulam, timber, and related offsite building assemblies for fabrication.
Revit and AutoCAD workflows: Use hsbDesign inside Autodesk Revit or AutoCAD Architecture rather than switching to a separate authoring tool.
Design-to-manufacturing output: Create shop drawings, material lists, CNC files, and production data for manual or automated workstations.
IFC and point cloud support: Bring IFC elements and point cloud context into detailing workflows when coordinating with outside models or renovation data.
Factory and assembly tools: Extend design data into hsbMake, hsbShare, and hsbView for manufacturing execution, BIM cloud sharing, and paperless shop-floor viewing.
Pricing
Free trial
trial
Free
hsbcad invites users to request free trials for its software; confirm product scope and duration with hsbcad.
hsbDesign platform
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Quote-based pricing for hsbDesign for Revit or AutoCAD and related toolsets; request a tailored quote from hsbcad.
hsbView annual subscription
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€75.00
hsbcad lists hsbView at €75 per month based on annual subscription terms; confirm current billing details before purchase.
hsbView monthly subscription
per month
€90.00
The hsbView page notes a €90 monthly subscription rate for a single multi-platform license.
Frequently asked questions
How much does hsbcad cost?
hsbcad does not publish fixed pricing for the main hsbDesign, hsbMake, or hsbShare platform on the pages reviewed. The company offers free trials and a quote-based sales process, while hsbView publishes pricing at €75 per month when based on an annual subscription and €90 per month for monthly subscription billing.
Does hsbcad work with Revit and AutoCAD?
Yes. hsbcad offers hsbDesign for Revit and hsbDesign for AutoCAD Architecture, and its hsbDesign 29 release notes state compatibility with Revit 2026 and AutoCAD Architecture 2026. The design tools are installed into Autodesk environments.
What file formats and fabrication outputs does hsbcad support?
hsbcad pages describe IFC import, point cloud support, Revit and AutoCAD-based modeling, shop drawings, material lists, and CNC machine outputs. The hsbTimber page also describes hsbExport for converting hsbDesign model data into CNC data for machine brands, standard industry formats, and specific third-party software.
Can hsbcad generate CNC data for timber fabrication?
Yes. hsbcad positions hsbDesign and hsbMake around design-to-manufacture workflows, including shop drawings and clean CNC machine outputs. Autodesk's partner page for hsbcad says hsbMake can generate data for manual and automated workstations and connect with ERP systems and CNC machine providers.
hsbDesign vs hsbMake vs hsbShare: what is the difference?
hsbDesign is the Revit or AutoCAD-based detailing and framing environment for offsite construction models. hsbMake is the CAM and manufacturing execution layer for factory data, while hsbShare is the BIM cloud platform for sharing project data with assembly and project stakeholders.
Who is hsbcad best for?
hsbcad is best for offsite construction companies, timber fabricators, prefab manufacturers, BIM detailers, and design teams working on stick frame, CLT, SIP, glulam, carpentry, metal frame, or similar manufactured building systems. It is less suitable as a generic scheduling or project management tool because its main strength is design-to-production detailing.