Merger will deliver technology stack to address architectural through structural analysis and design to structural detailing and prefabrication.
The Nemetschek Group is to bring together three of its AEC software brands – Allplan, Scia and Frilo – under the Allplan umbrella.
Allplan, a German-headquartered provider of BIM solutions, will be joined by structural engineering software brands Scia, based in Hasselt, Belgium, and Frilo, located in Stuttgart, Germany.
According to Nemetschek, the merger will provide a unique solution for architects and engineers. Allplan offers a single BIM platform from first concept through detailed design and multidisciplinary planning to prefabrication and construction deliverables.
Scia and Frilo deliver software for structural analysis and design, including both the analysis and design of 3D multi-material structures as well as a ‘component orientated calculation approach’.
The collaborative effort includes a new, ‘unified go-to-market strategy’ aimed at accelerating the path to data-driven multi-material design and prefabrication.
“By merging modelling and structural engineering competence, we are crafting a unique solution technology stack in the market from conceptual design through structural analysis and design to structural detailing and prefabrication that supports the growing demand for lean delivery processes,” said Dr. Detlef Schneider, CEO of Allplan.
“This initiative will significantly drive digitalisation within the AEC industry, empowering engineering professionals with the end-to-end workflows they need to enhance project productivity, quality, and sustainability.”
Caption: Former Frilo CEO Markus Gallenberger (left) and Allplan CEO Dr. Detlef Schneider (right)
