ArborCAD
Report plans – better faster smarter™
CAD for ‘Tree People’
ArborCAD® is the world's only CAD software exclusively designed for the needs of Arboriculture. Get the features of regular CAD plus powerful, productive tools for professional consulting arborists, in a fast, easy-to-master program.
Whether you're conducting and documenting a site survey, producing a tree protection report or drawing any kind of plan, ArborCAD enables you to be way more productive, more professional and more profitable. That’s the bottom line.
Get Good Fast
The supplied step-by-step beginners tutorial will have you up and running fast – and our team will assist you personally to get the most from your ArborCAD® software as you learn.
Expand your knowledge of the program by enrolling in our CAD level 1 and 2 courses to give you all the tips and tricks you need to become an expert and handle bigger projects and reports.
Game Changer
Shortcut your ‘old school’ methods by leveraging built-in arbor-friendly technology. Start with a drawing from your Architect or surveyor, or use satellite and drone images as your base plan.
Next, load field data and tree locations collected on site (by any device or method you choose) or by simply locating tree positions on the plan itself, then let ArborCAD draw every tree in the right place, with Tree Protection Zone (TPZ) circles, Structural Root Zone (SRZ) circles, canopy outlines, trunks, ID’s, tree condition details and more….
Complete with automated Incursions (encroachments), tree schedules and labels in just a few clicks.
Nothing is more accurate, faster and more professional than a drawing created with ArborCAD.
Protective Fencing
Place protective fencing on your drawing and provide an accurate count of how many panels the builder needs to install to protect trees during construction.
Incursion Control™
Encroachment calculation and placement couldn’t be easier, regardless of shape. The TPZ’s will even resize automatically to increase by the incursion value.
Clever Canopies
Enter the canopy spread as a distance North, South, East and West and let ArborCAD insert an accurate canopy outline. Drip lines and TPZ’s offset from canopies are also supported.
Magic Eraser
Powerful editing is made possible by the proprietary Magic Eraser™ tool. This is just one of many smart design tools that will have you working like a pro in no time.
Good Measure
Instant, accurate measurement tools help calculate job requirements with confidence. Areas, lengths, angles, quantities and incursions straight from the drawing, even around complex hard to estimate shapes.
Fully CAD Capable
Built on our most popular RealCAD software, ArborCAD is equipped with all the regular CAD design and drafting tools plus its unique tools devoted just to consulting Arborists needs.
True Scale
Work directly with CAD drawings or maps and aerial photographs in real-world sizes to ensure your reports are always accurate and true to scale without needing to calculate anything.
Sketch and Stretch
Easily adjust anything in your drawing. Associated elements will update automatically saving hours of editing time.
Work with Others
Exchange files with your associates. No need to redraw, just use the plans you have at your disposal.
Tree Data Collection
Whatever method or app you use to collect tree data on site, you’ll be able to use that data inside ArborCAD. No double handling of information.
ArborCAD System Requirements
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Windows
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Mac
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How is ArborCAD different to regular CAD?
Designed specifically for consulting Arborist and other tree professionals ArborCAD performs tasks not available in any other product anywhere in the world. It is also quicker to learn, faster to use and easier to master.
ArborCAD will completely replace any old CAD software you might being using now. You will still be able to open and edit any DWG files you have too.
Can I use ArborCAD on a Mac?
Yes, both MAC and Windows are supported. Just remember though, that Windows machines with the correct graphics card (GPU) are the prefered option for operating CAD software. Entry Level Macs such as the MacBook Air are definitely not suitable for the demands of CAD software. Be sure to check System Requirements before purchasing a machine to run ArborCAD.
Do I also need other CAD software?
No. ArborCAD includes all the regular CAD tools as well as the Arborist tools, so when you purchase an ArborCAD license you are getting a full CAD software license too.
Is ArborCAD suitable for my location?
ArborCAD started in Australia and was based on UK standards and has since been enhanced to work with any arboriculture standards from all over the world. It is suitable and ready for use anywhere there are trees to be protected.
Can ArborCAD be used for forestry reports?
Absolutely. You can use ArborCAD to plot a single tree, a stand of trees or an entire forest onto your drawing. There are tools to label and generate schedules for projects large and small.
What support is available?
Choose ‘basic’ technical support or ‘premium care’ package to include upgrades and even a secondary ‘home use’ software key. Our team will help you with direct access to your screen and with videos you can review at a time that suits you.
What Others Are Saying
“I have been using ArborCAD for about 7 years. Since I started using it my productivity increased more than I could even imagine which allowed me to keep my prices low with quick turnarounds and subsequently grow my business. I now have 4 other arborists working with me who all use ArborCAD every day and it is now essential to my company. Thank you for all the years of assistance”
Nicholas Buckley, TMC Reports
“Nice job. Just what the business needed. Works beautifully on the laptop you guys supplied too.”
Rob, Harbor Arbor
“After doing the beginners training I’ve produced my first job. Really enjoyed it. Thanks for all your help too guys – great support.”
Phil Hillier, Greener Than
“Wow, this is a hundred times faster than working it all out and drawing manually on AutoCAD.”
Tim Siu, Tree T’s
“I wasted more than two years debating whether to buy ArborCAD or not. Dah!. paid for itself immediately.”
Ellen Borne. Can-O.P. Consultancy
“I work with a developer and he was so happy I could use his files. Saved a lot of time for both of us.”
Aaron, ArborMax
“Took me a few days to get my head around it, but I’m a bit of a luddite when it comes to technology. I appreciate your awesome support Dani, Nigel and Sidra, thanks”
Brian B. Consultant
“You guys have nailed it. Way more flexible than regular CAD, good job. Has saved me a ton of work.”
Sarah B, Arborite
“I am a regular ArborCAD user, and its seemingly infinite possibilities can make it a challenge to use to its full potential at times. The team at CAD International are patient and generous with the training sessions and really know their stuff. Every training session I have makes me confident with the software, and I leave being able to produce much better drawings. A big thanks to Nigel and Sidra for their ongoing help.“
Mark Fahy, Consulting Arborist
“Hey great. I really appreciate the speedy assistance!”
Scott Tappenden, Evergreen Consulting
Trial
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A$ 0
Monthly
Great for short term projects.
A$ 299 / month
Includes software for a month
Renews until you cancel
Yearly
Buy a full 12 months.
A$ 2,990 / year
Includes software for a year
Includes latest upgrades
Renews until you cancel
Includes support for first month
Perpetual
Yours to keep.
A$ 5,990
Includes perpetual license of software
Includes upgrades for 12 months
Includes extra license key for 12 months
Includes support for first month
Australian buyers add 10% GST
Training Course
Enrol in the CAD level 1 and 2 certificate course and get the full support of our team.