Surface Graphics
The Surface Graphics add-on makes building 3D models faster and simpler. Effortlessly project 2D data — points, lines, circles, splines, macros and filled areas — onto a 3D surface. You can also produce elevation models, slope maps, water run-off paths and difference maps between terrain surfaces.
See the add-on in action
An introduction to projecting 2D data onto a 3D surface and to terrain analysis.
2D data on a 3D surface and terrain analysis
Projecting 2D data onto 3D surfaces and producing elevation models and maps.
2D data onto a 3D surface
Projecting points, lines, circles, splines, macros and filled areas onto a surface.
Boolean operations
Subtracting and merging surfaces while respecting openings and islands.
Elevation model
Creating an elevation model with colour by height.
Slope map
A slope map with arrows showing the direction of fall.
Run-off path
Visualising water run-off across the terrain.
Difference map
Cut/fill analysis between two surfaces.
3D signs
Creating 3D signs from 2D coloured areas.
Croatian interface
The add-on is also available in Croatian, alongside several other languages.
What it is for
For terrain, roads, markings and drainage analysis on 3D models.
Features and examples
All 12 of the add-on's functions with the original pictograms.
Subtracting surfaces
Boolean subtraction of surfaces with openings and islands.
Simplifying surfaces
Reducing points within dimensional tolerances.
Points on a surface
Creating and editing 2D/3D points on a surface.
3D surface recognition
Recognising polyhedral and BRep surfaces.
Lines on a surface
Lines, arcs, splines and clothoids on a surface.
Areas on a surface
Filled areas with Boolean operations on a surface.
Creating a sign
A 3D sign from 2D coloured areas.
Elevation model
An elevation model with colour by height.
Slope map
A slope map with direction arrows.
Run-off path
A view of water run-off across the terrain.
Difference map
Cut/fill between two surfaces.
Depressions and valleys
Marking depressions and valleys.
Overview and training
The videos are taken from the manufacturer's original pages (German) — they will be replaced with localised versions. In the meantime, feel free to contact us for a demo or a consultation.
Tutorial — surface graphics (DE)
Terrain analysis (DE)
Technical data
- Manufacturer
- CDS Bausoftware AG · Switzerland
- ALLPLAN
- Versions 2024 and newer
- ALLPLAN package
- Works with every ALLPLAN package — no special package required
- Interface languages
- Croatian, German, English, French
- Scope
- Projecting 2D data onto 3D surfaces · terrain · slopes · drainage
- Features
- Boolean operations · points/lines/areas on a surface · elevation model · slope and difference maps · run-off paths
- Licence
- User licence (10Duke)Office licenceAnnual subscription
Licensing and trial period
Full functionality, no obligation
Tied to the user's e-mail (10Duke), transferable
All workstations in the office
With an ALLPLAN student licence (campus.allplan.com)
For pricing and licensing, request a quote — we will come back to you with an offer tailored to your office.
Related add-ons
Tools that are often used alongside this one, in the same workflow.
Try Surface Graphics
Download the trial and use the tool for 14 days with no obligation, or get in touch for a demo or a quote.
The add-on is developed and maintained by CDS Bausoftware AG (Switzerland). The information and media on this page are taken from the manufacturer's original page: cds-bausoftware.ch/add-on-s/oberflächengrafik.