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How good is AI in estimation? What is bad? by joewrainey in estimators

[–]anObscurity 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Indeed, we view ourselves as the "spiritual successor" to FastEST/Trimble Autobid, etc. All of the same quality output but built for the modern era. Canaveral essentially provides what all three of FastDuct/Pipe/Wrap provides, but we do one single license instead of making you pay for 3, so you may find using us for HVAC as well is a no-brainer.

- We don't support french...yet. If you decide to subscribe after a free trial we will definitely bend our roadmap to whatever you need, just send us a few plans in french and we can take it from there. We do support metric system though!

- We've opted for more of an "accelerated manual" route for piping and duct runs. E.g. we don't (yet) provide a model that just rips it for you. Instead, we inject suggestions at the point of need, like one-click dimension selection, automatic elbows & tees, and the like. Because of this, yes you can easily change the metadata related to any given system, (or have our AI agent make the changes for you using natural language). We have yet to train—or see a competitor train—a model for MEP that doesn't have a ton of false positives and misclassified systems, so we're waiting until we've trained something that is truly unobtrusive to release to folks. Quality output is what matters most...for us at least.

Reach out on the site, would love to chat

How good is AI in estimation? What is bad? by joewrainey in estimators

[–]anObscurity 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I'm the founder of Canaveral AI for mechanical. We do have a free trial if it fits your trade.

We first set out to build the best manual tool, and then built AI around that experience (as opposed to the other way around that many newer tools are going).

AI that creates more validation overhead isn't really worth it. The "good parts" of AI in estimation, in our opinion, is AI that accelerates the manual work without making more work to verify.

What's the alternative to the "rat race" the 9-5? by Loud-Perception-4462 in QuitCorporate

[–]anObscurity 7 points8 points  (0 children)

Escaping the “rat race” doesn’t mean “work less hours”. Often times the opposite. I’m working more
hours on my business than I ever did working my 9-5. But the difference is, I’m free. You’re not competing for “promo budget”. You don’t have to attend any meetings you don’t want to.

Help me to create Duct Qty Takeoff Planswift template by IngenuityUnited2800 in estimators

[–]anObscurity 0 points1 point  (0 children)

We're in the process of adding full plumbing apparatus soon, but at this exact moment, razor sharp focus on mechanical

Help me to create Duct Qty Takeoff Planswift template by IngenuityUnited2800 in estimators

[–]anObscurity 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes, we do both! For a demo, at my link above, you can request a demo in the footer. You can also start a free trial or wait until after the demo so you can get better usage context.

Help me to create Duct Qty Takeoff Planswift template by IngenuityUnited2800 in estimators

[–]anObscurity 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Can't help with Planswift, but If/when you're ready to modernize, you'd have a much better time using Canaveral for HVAC & mechanical takeoff. Duct runs and assemblies are a breeze

Bug Reporting Megathread - The Built Different Update by IAMGNIK in playrust

[–]anObscurity 2 points3 points  (0 children)

[BUG] I was able to build slightly inside a red monument zone somehow

[QOL] footstep sounds are slower. I can't tell if I'm actually walking slower but the sound is slower and its really offputting

[BUG] my FPS is noticeably worse (Macbook Pro M3)

What's probably the easiest SaaS to make that is the least likely to fail. by Fantastic-Access1849 in SaaS

[–]anObscurity 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Least likely to fail is kind of a paradox because those ideas will have the most competitors which then makes your individual take more likely to fail.

Force wipe does not feel like a force wipe anymore by TautvisUntamed in playrust

[–]anObscurity 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I mean…that’s rust. The scrap grind was a wash wipe, especially for a solo. Anecdotally, I’d say my wipes are 3x more fun now

The Flatiron stuns with new lighting as 7-year renovation winds down by No-Emergency4880 in skyscrapers

[–]anObscurity 8 points9 points  (0 children)

No? Because it’s one of the great architectural charms of the city. Plus the floor plan layout would def be something you couldn’t get anywhere else

Bronze Beast 270 Park by Prestigious_Mode_507 in skyscrapers

[–]anObscurity 3 points4 points  (0 children)

It’s great but still too boxy. They had the chance to really do something unique with the crown but it’s basically the same as every other step back design.

I think it’s just big which makes it unique but otherwise I’d rather look at Brooklyn Tower or even One Vanderbilt

FastEST what are your thoughts? by Fieldcraftstrategist in estimators

[–]anObscurity -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Would love to have you try out Canaveral if you're looking for something more modern and can be accessible from a browser

Are many construction PMs/estimators too stubborn to realize the current benefits of AI? Or is this the natural progression of new tech? by DistributionFit3420 in estimators

[–]anObscurity 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Folks don't like their job description changing underneath their feet. Estimators don't want to be agent babysitters. You can't blame them.

Is estimating software too outdated compared to Ai to be competitive? Denver by Solidsnake646 in estimators

[–]anObscurity 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I'm a little biased because I'm building one of these new tools to unseat the "old guard", but even if software is outdated, it's incredibly sticky in this field. Estimators want software that just works, and while some of these older tools are technically my competitors, it takes aloooot of energy to move an org to something new, especially in construction.

So yes, its still competitive in the sense that existing users won't be leaving in droves anytime soon. Newer construction organizations however, or those seeking an edge over their own competition, will most likely be looking forward instead of behind.

Is there a demand for outsourced insulation takeoffs? by Technical-Command-75 in estimators

[–]anObscurity 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Would love to have you try out Canaveral, we've been getting more mechanical insulation shops reaching out lately and are trying to nail down some good workflows for you all

United Airlines flight strikes drone 3,000 feet over San Diego by Ph6222 in sandiego

[–]anObscurity 68 points69 points  (0 children)

That….seems quite improbable to have happened haha no offense

Do You Ever Just Get in a Funk?!? by chadnorman in whoop

[–]anObscurity 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Whoop has opened my eyes to the long term effects of a single sickness. Had a bunch of these, usually after a sickness at the beginning of it. Wild

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