PlanSwift and its plugins, including Earthwork Pro V3, are often available for a , which allows potential users to test the software's capabilities in their own workflows before committing to a purchase.
: You can account for layers of gravel, asphalt, or concrete. This ensures your "dirt" numbers aren't inflated by the space the actual pavement will occupy. The Impact on Your Bottom Line
Draw boundaries around structures like building pads, roads, or heavy-duty concrete sections. Assign specific subgrade depths (e.g., 4 inches of concrete over 6 inches of crushed stone) so the system lowers the proposed dirt grade automatically. 5. Running the Calculation Engine
: For utility contractors, the Trench Tools allow you to calculate backfill and bedding materials for pipes with surgical accuracy.
PlanSwift Earthwork Pro v3 is not a revolution in UI, but a surgical evolution in workflow. It takes the pain out of the earthwork estimator’s most tedious tasks: applying shrink/swell factors manually, calculating sloped surfaces with trigonometry, and reconciling subgrade vs. finished grade.
While Planswift has long been a household name for general quantity takeoff, the Earthwork Pro plugin represents a specific evolution designed to bridge the gap between "counting items" and "modeling terrain." Let’s dig into what makes this version a quiet powerhouse for modern estimators.
: Still requires manual point-clicking; it does not "auto-read" elevation text from PDFs.
Figure: The PlanSwift interface with Earthwork Pro V3 tools active.
. It supports both Imperial and Metric (Cubic Meters) units. Data Management