DatuBIM PDF Overlay Feature

We’re excited to roll out a powerful new way to bring clarity and control to your infrastructure workflows. You can now overlay PDF design files directly onto your 3D models in DatuBIM—just like you already can with CAD files.

This means faster visual comparisons between design and reality, better context in the field, and stronger alignment between teams. With a simple import and geo-referencing workflow, it’s now easier than ever to see what’s planned vs. what’s built—all in one place.

🎥 Watch a short demo to see it in action

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What Else Is New? Smarter Tools for Smoother Workflows

DatuBIM continues to evolve with tools designed to eliminate guesswork, speed up reporting, and help you stay ahead of issues. Here’s what’s included in this release:

Flexible Export Options
Export TIFF, Point Cloud, or LandXML in various resolutions—entire models or specific areas using the new Generate Surface tool.

Clone Measurements Across Flights
Use the 3-dot menu to replicate measurements between datasets for faster comparisons.

Preserve Image Alignment Between Models
Maintain visual consistency when working across models to avoid confusion.

Automatic Report Cloning
Reports now clone themselves for new flights—saving hours on documentation.

Flag Invalid GCPs
Quickly identify and correct problematic control points with new validation tools.

Favorite Design Files
Pin your go-to files so they’re always a click away.

With every new feature, DatuBIM is becoming a stronger digital command center for heavy civil projects—turning complex data into simple, visual, and actionable insights.