Video Category: Raster-to-Vector

This webinar provides a comprehensive overview of Carlson Takeoff and the Takeoff Suite, explaining how construction and civil design professionals can use the software for estimating, modeling, and quantity takeoffs. It covers product differences, pricing, module functions, and step‑by‑step demonstrations of CAD Net, Construction, Geotech, and Trench tools. Key Topics: Carlson Takeoff vs Civil Suite capabilities CAD Net digitizing and PDF vectorization Drawing cleanup and elevation tools Model building for machine control and quantity reports Descriptions, transcripts and other details of this recording have been AI-generated and may contain errors. This session was presented by Jennifer DiBona on 10/30/2020. To access this content, you must purchase test webinar.

This webinar provides an in‑depth overview of Carlson CAD Net, a module in Carlson’s Pick 6 suite designed for converting, merging, and digitizing raster and vector data within CAD environments. The session demonstrates how to import PDFs, merge images, scale drawings, and convert raster data to usable CAD entities for takeoff and design workflows. Key Topics: Converting PDFs to TIFFs and importing them into CAD Merging raster images and scaling drawings accurately Digitizing contours and surfaces for takeoff and design Understanding raster vs. vector data Exporting and importing between CAD and BIM (IFC) formats Descriptions, transcripts and other details of this recording have been AI-generated and may contain errors. This session was presented by Jennifer DiBona on 01/27/2020. To access this content, you must purchase test webinar.

This virtual workshop session showcased new and enhanced features in Carlson 2021 software, focusing on Survey, Civil, and CADNet modules. Presenter Scott Griffin demonstrated dynamic point attributes, BIM/Revit file integration, road network improvements, and advanced parking design tools for surveyors and engineers. Key Topics: Dynamic Point Attributes in Survey module BIM/Revit file import and manipulation in CADNet Road Network enhancements including hammerhead cul-de-sacs New Parking Network and design tools Handicap and layout customization features Descriptions, transcripts and other details of this recording have been AI-generated and may contain errors. This session was presented by Scott Griffin on 12/17/2020. To access this content, you must purchase test webinar.

This virtual Carlson Software workshop, led by Mark Long, provided an in-depth demonstration of detention pond design, hydrology analysis, and utility network creation within Carlson Civil and Hydrology. The session covered practical workflows, design parameters, and troubleshooting tips for stormwater management and utility modeling. Key Topics: Detention pond design and hydrology setup Rainfall data integration and hydrograph generation Outlet structure configuration (riser, orifice, weir) Utility network creation and pipe crossing management Troubleshooting and Q&A with developers Descriptions, transcripts and other details of this recording have been AI-generated and may contain errors. This session was presented by Mark Long on 12/17/2020. To access this content, you must purchase test webinar.

This Carlson Software virtual workshop, led by hydrology expert Mark Long, provides an in-depth walkthrough of storm and sanitary sewer design using Carlson Hydrology tools. The session covers watershed setup, pipe network creation, stormwater management, and integration with CAD surfaces for accurate drainage modeling. Key Topics: Setting up watershed layers and runoff coefficients Designing storm sewer networks and detention ponds Creating and editing sanitary sewer systems Using Carlson Hydrology’s network, drainage, and profile tools Managing surfaces, rainfall data, and hydraulic grade lines Descriptions, transcripts and other details of this recording have been AI-generated and may contain errors. This session was presented by Mark Long on 12/17/2020. To access this content, you must purchase test webinar.

This virtual workshop, led by That CAD Girl, covers practical CAD and Carlson Software tips and tricks for surveyors, engineers, and CAD technicians. The session demonstrates workflows for merging raster images, using Field to Finish, managing polylines, cleaning drawings, and creating reusable title block templates. Key Topics: CADNet raster merging and image handling Field to Finish setup and automation Polyline editing and boundary creation Drawing cleanup and block management Title block templates and layout management Converting spot elevations to Carlson points Line type customization and text rotation Descriptions, transcripts and other details of this recording have been AI-generated and may contain errors. This session was presented by Jennifer DiBona on 12/17/2020. To access this content, you must purchase test webinar.

This bonus session from the 2020 Virtual Workshops focuses on Carlson Point Cloud software, demonstrating how to import, clean, and process point cloud data to create usable terrain models. Steve Cummings and David Kraus walk through workflows, performance considerations, and practical tips for handling large LIDAR datasets in Carlson Civil. Key Topics: Importing and visualizing […] To access this content, you must purchase test webinar.

This Carlson Software virtual workshop features Walt Liles demonstrating best practices for CAD drawing cleanup and model building using Carlson Software. The session covers file‑size reduction, polyline management, layer organization, and exporting coordinate data for field layout. Key Topics: Carlson Software “Drawing Cleanup” tool and settings File‑size optimization and layer management Converting entities to polylines and handling Civil 3D data Creating and exporting points (CRD files, TXT exports) Preparing 2D/3D linework for GPS and curb‑machine models Descriptions, transcripts and other details of this recording have been AI-generated and may contain errors. This session was presented by Walt Liles on 12/17/2020. To access this content, you must purchase test webinar.

This Carlson Software virtual workshop, led by Doug Oberg and hosted by Jennifer DiBona, focused on managing and standardizing CAD and Carlson settings across multiple platforms. The session demonstrated how to use Carlson’s Setting Server to synchronize templates, plot styles, fonts, and configuration files company‑wide. Key Topics: Cross‑platform CAD configuration (AutoCAD / IntelliCAD / Carlson OEM) Centralized management of plot styles, fonts, and templates Using Carlson Setting Server for company‑wide consistency Creating and sharing CFG, FLD, and DWT files Handling 2D vs 3D polylines and field‑to‑finish automation Descriptions, transcripts and other details of this recording have been AI-generated and may contain errors. This session was presented by Doug Aaberg on 12/17/2020. To access this content, you must purchase test webinar.

This virtual workshop session, led by Bruce Carlson, provides an in-depth demonstration of Carlson Precision 3D Hydrology (P3D Hydro) and its integration with Carlson CAD modules. The training covers intelligent TIN modeling, storm sewer and culvert design, hydrology analysis, and dynamic CAD synchronization for civil engineering workflows. Key Topics: Intelligent TIN surfaces and runoff coefficient mapping Integration between Carlson Hydrology and Precision 3D Hydro Storm sewer and culvert design automation Dynamic CAD linkage and real-time updates Channel and liner analysis, parking lot design automation Descriptions, transcripts and other details of this recording have been AI-generated and may contain errors. This session was presented by Dwayne Tindall on 12/16/2020. To access this content, you must purchase test webinar.