What's new at HBXL?
As part of our continuous development philosophy at HBXL we are bombarding our Development team with new software ideas all the time. It's part of our support promise to our customers and here you can keep on top of everything new. From exciting software developments and new partnerships with organisations to new ventures and services on offer we'll keep you updated right here!
EstimatorXpress links to TradePoint, Screwfix, Electricfix & Plumbfix prices
Release Date: January 2012
EstimatorXpress customers* can now get live material prices straight into their estimates from these four large brands. With hundreds of branches across the country, Screwfix, TradePoint, Electricfix & Plumbfix supply trade professionals with a wide range of products. Now if you trade with these merchants you will be able to ensure the prices you estimate with are the prices you pay! All it takes to import the up-to-date prices is the click of one button!
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* Access to live material prices requires an up-to-date Support & Updates subscription for EstimatorXpress. If you need to renew your Support & Updates then renew online or call Ian Clark on 0845 1234 085.
Please note: merchant links are only available to merchant account holders. You must own a copy of EstimatorXpress to access these prices. Accounts with TradePoint, Plumbfix & Electricfix are subject to membership validation. Each merchant link costs £25+VAT per year and is renewable annually.
New Builders Express link for EstimatorXpress
Release Date: December 2011
HBXL have teamed up with Builders Express to give EstimatorXpress Users live material prices straight into their software!Builders Express are the new specialist building materials supplier, selling everything from roofing products, to dry lining, building chemicals and power tools. They offer competitive pricing, experienced staff who can offer you advice, and a fast service. They are part of SIG Plc.
Launch of the Visual Estimating Revolution
Release Date: October 2011
Visual Estimating is the most significant advancement in estimating since the calculator. Whether you're building extensions, new builds or specialise in refurbs and renovations you can produce accurate, professional estimates by simply drawing on-screen or tracing over plans. By combining EstimatorXpress and PlansXpress software users can wow customers with instant estimates, amazing 3D visuals and even transform the business into a professional design & build business.
NEW 3D PhotoVisualiser to be launched May 2011
Release Date: May 2011
The 3D PhotoVisualiser plugin for PlansXpress enables you to bring your plans to life. Simply create a drawing in PlansXpress and then launch the 3D PhotoVisualiser plugin. You can then manipulate your drawing in a 3D environment using a wide range of textures and effects and place it onto a photo or real-life background. Quickly create stunning visuals that will really impress your clients and look great on your website, as well as provide 'in situ' visuals of extensions and alterations to your customers.
PlansXpress v3 - out Monday 18th April
Release Date: 18.04.11
New PlansXpress v3 has some exciting new features to make the product even easier to use and improved 3D functionality. Anyone who purchases the current PlansXpress v2 will get a free upgrade when the new version and benefit from 3D dockable viewer, new tabs and navigation using 'Ribbon' style interface, improved screen refresh rates and a host of new symbols. PLUS new SIP's and ICF construction methods added!
Plus we're developing a new Photo Realistic 3D plug-in, at additional cost, to produce stunning 3D models from your plans.
New SIP's and ICF EstimatorXpress Bonus Pack
Release Date: March 2011
Very soon we will be releasing a new SIP's and ICF Bonus Pack for EstimatorXpress containing estimating calculators (or Workbooks as we call them) allowing you to price jobs that require construction using these new technologies and building methods. Sustainable construction is high on the agenda at the moment and this is just the start of HBXL's commitment to ensuring that EstimatorXpress gives you everything you need to estimate and quote for this type of work.
Health & Safety Xpert v4 - coming soon
Release Date: February 2011
New Health & Safety Xpert v4 is due to be released in February 2011 and has been designed from customer feedback. A new Method Statement Writer was top of the list along with some additional Risk and COSHH assessments that will make new version 4 our most comprehensive health and safety management software yet.
EstimatorXpress Small Works edition - coming soon
Release Date: December 2010
EstimatorXpress Small Works edition is estimating software designed specifically to estimate small jobs including insurance works, alterations, repairs, refits and non-structural renovations. The software will truly be a ‘Quick-Quote’ solution for General Builders who quote for jobs under £10,000.
ContractsXpert version 2 - Coming soon
Intended Release Date: 19th November 2010
NEW ContractsXpert version 2 is coming this November and will contain 5 new documents, 7 day cooling off periods and updates to existing contracts. Builders across the UK are losing £millions in disputes which could have been avoided if a professional contract was provided before the work commenced!
ProjectXpert: Keeping your projects on time & budget
Release Date: 17th October 2010
ProjectXpert is aimed full square at anyone in the construction industry who wants to take control of every project, become more efficient and improve the way they operate. By ensuring your projects run smoothly you'll benefit from less stress, reduced costs and better cash flow...
EstimatorXpress Groundworks Trade edition
Release Date: 16th August 2010
EstimatorXpress Groundworks Trade edition is estimating software tailored specifically for Groundwork Contractors. From foundations and footings to drainage, paving, slabs, basements and underpinning EstimatorXpress Groundworks Trade edition is loaded with tools to dramatically cut down the time it takes you to accurately price up work and improve your win rate!
EstimatorXpress Brick & Block Trade edition
Release Date: 16th August 2010
EstimatorXpress Brick & Block Trade edition is estimating software tailored specifically for Brickwork Contractors, Blockwork Contractors and Bricklayers. From brick walls to stone walls, internal or external and timber frame EstimatorXpress Brick & Block Trade edition is loaded with tools to dramatically cut down the time it takes you to accurately price up work and improve your win rate!
EstimatorXpress Roofing Trade edition
Release Date: 16th July 2010
Award-winning EstimatorXpress is now available as a tailor-made packagefor the roofing industry allowing roofers to take estimating down tojust 5 minutesper roof and produce a full cutting list and business-winning quoteinstantly! It’s the only estimating softwareto link directly to live merchant prices (including trade discounts)and has a full project manager to produce Gantt charts, materialschedules, bill of quantities, labour reports, profit calculations andmore…
EstimatorXpress Plastering & Decorating Trade edition
Release Date: 16th July 2010
Award-winning EstimatorXpress v.8 is now available as a tailor-madepackage for the painter, decorator or plasterer. It’s the only estimating software to link directly to live merchantprices (including trade discounts) and has a full project manager toproduce Gantt charts, material schedules, bill of quantities, labourreports, profit calculations and more…
EstimatorXpress Plumbing & Heating Trade edition
Relaunch Date: 16th June 2010
Is estimating driving you round the bend? It couldn't be simpler or quicker with on-screendrawings to input basic dimensions and quantities, and will generateaccurate estimates right down to the last stop-end. EstimatorXpressPlumbing & Heating Trade edition also links to live merchantprices and generates impressive quotes to wowyour customers and improve your win rate.
EstimatorXpress Ultimate Pack
Launch Date: February 2010
The EstimatorXpress Ultimate pack gives you unlimited power to create winning estimates and quotes for ALL types of building work. Combine the award-winning EstimatorXpress Total Toolkit with NEW Bonus Packs, NEW Workbooks and the comfort of a free Group Training Workshop to get you up-to-speed in no time!
PlansXpress Ultimate Pack
Launch Date: February 2010
The EstimatorXpress Ultimate pack gives you unlimited power to create winning estimates and quotes for ALL types of building work. Combine the award-winning EstimatorXpress Total Toolkit with NEW Bonus Packs, NEW Workbooks and the comfort of a free Group Training Workshop to get you up-to-speed in no time!
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