Cubicost is Glodon’s powerful 5D BIM suite designed specifically for quantity surveyors, engineers, and construction teams. It combines TAS (Architecture & Structure), TRB (Rebar), TME (MEP), and TBQ (Billing & Costing) into one integrated platform that covers the entire project lifecycle.
5D BIM Digital Cost Management Solutions
Futurelayers, your trusted Glodon’s distributor in India, provides Cubicost as a complete solution—from bidding through construction to final accounts. Unlike traditional methods, Cubicost uses BIM models for seamless data sharing across design, QS, and construction teams. We deliver Cubicost as your go-to integrated digital solution—one focused platform for real-time data collaboration, flexible information exchange, and smart cost data management.
We help Indian contractors and QS firms implement this game-changing software to win more bids with accurate, fast quantity takeoffs and cost management.
User’s of Cubicost
Cubicost is the go-to 5D BIM solution for:
Contractors – Fast digital quantification and costing from any source gives you the competitive edge in construction and MEP projects.
House Builders – Unrivaled cost insight and adaptability across housing schemes worldwide.
QS Consultants – Rapid measurement and costing across all construction and MEP specialisms in the digital landscape.
MEP Teams – Escape 2D manual methods with automated device identification and 3D conversion.
Futurelayers serves all these professionals with Cubicost. We help Indian QS firms, contractors, and MEP teams implement these tools for maximum project success.
Key Features of Cubicost for Indian Projects
- Seamless Team Collaboration
Futurelayers brings you Cubicost’s powerful stakeholder connection tools that streamline workflows and enable smooth remote collaboration—perfect for coordinating India’s multi-location project teams.
- Secure Common Data Centre Management
Grant the right people access to the right projects through Cubicost’s fortified common data centre. We ensure secure, controlled data sharing.
- Embedded Measurement Rules for Accurate QTO
Built-in local measurement rules deliver faster, smarter quantity takeoffs with 3D visualization and validation—tailored for Indian construction standards.
- Smart Reporting
Generate professional quantity and cost reports using ready templates or custom designs. Futurelayers provides online and offline free training to maximize these reporting capabilities for your team.
As your trusted Glodon’s reseller, we make these enterprise-grade features work seamlessly for Indian construction workflows.
Cubicost 5D BIM Solutions Across the Complete Project Lifecycle
Futurelayers, your Glodon’s distributor and implementation partner, delivers Cubicost’s comprehensive coverage from design to closeout:
- Design & Conception: AS for early cost estimation
- Pre-Construction: AS + RB + ME for e-tendering & cost planning
- Construction: AS + RB + ME for real-time cost control
- Performance Monitoring: AS + RB tracking
- Project Closure: AS + RB + ME final summaries
Glodon’s Cubicost 5D BIM Products
Futurelayers delivers the complete Cubicost lineup:
TAS – BIM-based quantity takeoff for Architecture & Structure
TRB – BIM-based rebar quantity takeoff
TME – BIM-based MEP quantity takeoff
TBQ – Digital billing and cost management
As your local Glodon’s dealer offering online and offline free training, we provide the full suite for seamless project cost control from estimation through completion.
Cubicost Pricing details :
Cubicost starts at $3,400 as a one-time flat payment. No subscription or recurring fees.
Free trial available – no free version, but you can test all modules before committing.
Cubicost Software System Requirements
Futurelayers recommends these specifications for optimal Cubicost performance:
| Project Scale |
Small & Medium Projects |
Large & Super Large Projects |
| OS |
Windows 7 (64-bit) SP1 |
Windows 10 (64-bit) |
| Processor |
Intel Core i5 or higher |
Intel Core i7 or higher |
| Installed Memory (RAM) |
8 GB |
16 GB or higher |
| Hard Disk |
20 GB or above |
30 GB or above |
| Graphics Card |
Independent graphics card 512 MB |
Independent graphics card 2 GB |
| Display |
Dual screen 32 bit color |
Dual screen 32 bit color |
| PDF/CA D Functions |
No limitation (1024×768) |
No limitation (1920×1080) |
| Recommended |
Low-rise, small & multi-floor buildings |
Medium-rise and high-rise buildings |
TAS Cubicost
TAS (Takeoff for Architecture & Structure) is Cubicost’s BIM-based quantity takeoff software for architectural and structural works. This buildingSMART certified module works seamlessly with TRB, TME, and TBQ.
Futurelayers, Glodon’s implementation partner in India, provides TAS that creates models and calculates quantities rapidly—by drawing models directly, importing IFC/CAD/PDF drawings, or importing TRB models.
It follows local structural design specs, construction standards, and common practices to deliver classified quantities by structure type, floor, or material—perfect for tenders, construction, and final accounts.
As we offer free online and offline training, we help Indian QS teams and contractors master TAS for accurate, competitive quantity takeoffs.
TAS Services & Key Capabilities
Futurelayers delivers these essential TAS services as Glodon’s distributor and implementation partner:
BIM-Based Quantity Takeoff
- One-click quantity takeoff directly from BIM models
- Handle variations quickly and efficiently
Quick Model Building
- Edit BIM models directly—the only QTO software with this capability
- Import IFC, DWG, and PDF drawings to build 3D models fast
Export & Reporting Options
- Rich quantity reports split by floor, room, zone, or element type
- Export directly to Excel for seamless integration
Professional Accuracy
- Built-in local measurement methods proven across multiple countries
- Automatic deductions based on BIM model relationships
Team Collaboration
- Rapid model adjustment and reuse across teams
- Reverse checking to trace quantities back to model origins
TAS Key Features
Futurelayers delivers these powerful TAS capabilities:
- Fast, accurate quantification using localized built-in measurement rules and one-click quantity calculation
- Visible quantities with traceable calculations right in the 3D model for easy verification
- Effortless professional report customization tailored to your needs
- Intelligent project segmentation and drawing revision management for construction phase control
- Cloud collaboration for seamless team coordination and smarter decisions
- Revit BIM integration for enhanced accuracy and efficiency in construction cost estimation
As your Glodon’s reseller offering free online and offline training, we help Indian teams unlock TAS’s full potential for competitive project delivery.
TRB Cubicost
TRB (Takeoff for Rebar) is Cubicost’s BIM-based 3D rebar quantity takeoff solution—specifically designed to tackle rebar’s high price volatility and the major risks it poses to project cost control.
Futurelayers delivers TRB’s reliable 3D model quantities that are fully traceable and easy to verify. Quick checks and comparisons lead to more accurate cost estimates.
As we offer free online and offline training, we help Indian contractors and QS teams master rebar estimation with this essential Cubicost module.
TRB Services & Capabilities
Futurelayers delivers these essential TRB services:
BIM-Based 3D Modeling
- Build BIM models efficiently from DWG, PDF, JPG files or trace 2D drawings
- One-click quantity takeoff using built-in local standards
- Handle variations quickly—just adjust model information and recalculate
Professional Accuracy
- The only BIM rebar QTO with localized measurement rules
- Automatic deductions based on structural joints and rebar connections
- Intuitive 3D visualization considering bends, hooks, and lap lengths
Comprehensive Reporting
- Multiple report templates including BBS (Bar Bending Schedules)
- Import local BQ templates and extract rebar quantities rapidly
- Easy Excel export for corporate requirements
Seamless Integration
- Model sharing with Cubicost TAS for complete structural takeoff
- Data sharing with TBQ for tender document generation
TRB Key Features
Futurelayers delivers these essential TRB capabilities:
- Market-leading BIM rebar QTO – The only solution with localized built-in measurement rules, accurate auto-calculation, and auto-deduction functions
- Precise 3D rebar quantification with flexible revision and checking capabilities
- Customizable report templates for rebar quantities and comparisons, with easy Excel export for corporate adjustments
- Fast, accurate quantification using localized rules and automatic deductions
We help Indian rebar estimators maximize TRB’s precision for better project cost control.
TME Cubicost
TME (Takeoff for Mechanical & Electrical) is Cubicost’s BIM-based MEP quantity takeoff solution designed to streamline your process and deliver projects efficiently.
Futurelayers, Glodon’s distributor in India, provides TME to achieve precise, reliable MEP quantities—cutting errors and minimizing rework for better project outcomes.
As we offer free online and offline training, we help Indian MEP teams and QS professionals master this essential Cubicost module for accurate, competitive MEP estimation.
TME Services & Key Capabilities
Futurelayers delivers these essential TME services:
BIM-Based MEP Takeoff
- Built-in standardized calculation rules for accurate Bill of Quantities (BQ) generation
- Instant identification of MEP devices for rapid quantity extraction
Smart Classification
- Intelligent air duct identification and classification by system and specifications
- Flexible region-based quantification for comprehensive breakdowns
Advanced Coordination
- Complete wiring specification checks for cable trays with one click
- Advanced clash detection for seamless MEP coordination and precision
Professional Documentation
- Realistic 3D views of MEP quantities for intuitive verification
- Full 2D documentation with drawing, editing, and annotation tools
Futurelayers helps Indian MEP estimators and contractors achieve precise quantity takeoffs that reduce errors and improve project delivery.
TME Key Features
Futurelayers delivers these powerful TME capabilities:
- Built-in standardized calculation rules for accurate Bill of Quantities (BQ) generation
- Instant MEP device identification for rapid quantity extraction
- Intelligent air duct classification by system and specifications
- Flexible region-based quantification for comprehensive quantity breakdowns
- Advanced clash detection ensuring seamless collaboration, precision, and accuracy
TBQ Cubicost
TBQ (Tender Bill of Quantities) is Cubicost’s digital BQ and cost management platform that transforms estimation from time-consuming to highly intuitive and automated.
Futurelayers, Glodon’s implementation partner in India, delivers TBQ that redefines team tendering efficiency. It brings project cost data, rates, tender documents, and cost analysis into one collaborative platform.
As we offer free online and offline training, we help Indian QS teams and contractors streamline tender preparation and cost management like never before.
TBQ Services & Key Capabilities
Futurelayers delivers these essential TBQ services:
Efficient Tendering
- Rapid BQ compilation from Excel and PDF sources with auto-linking
- One-click professional report generation in custom formats
- Fast BQ item search with find and filter functions
Advanced Cost Analysis
- Cost per GFA (m²) calculations by element code
- Resource cost analysis by trade with intuitive charts and tables
- Real-time cost analysis with linked buildup rates
Supplier & Subcontractor Management
- Easy subcontractor quoting and comparison
- Secure subcontracting with flexible supplier selection
- Visualized historical cost data for better decision making
Team Collaboration Features
- Flexible permission settings for collaborative work
- Built-in email system for seamless communication
- Cloud services with project backup and user permissions
Progress Monitoring
- Intelligent progress claim generation in standard formats
- Real-time budget and timeline tracking
- Cost benchmarking for multi-dimensional analysis
TBQ Key Features
Futurelayers delivers these powerful TBQ capabilities:
- Rapid tender BOQ generation in various professional formats
- Easy PDF tender BQ identification with auto-linking
- Collaborative work with flexible permission settings
- Precise cost checking with linked buildup rates and real-time analysis
- Visualized historical cost data for smarter decision making
- Cost benchmarking with fast multi-dimensional calculations
- Quick tender evaluation reports for intelligent processing
- Automated progress claims in predefined formats for timeline and budget tracking
As your authorized Glodon’s reseller , we help Indian QS teams master TBQ for efficient tendering and cost control.
