Mech-Q Updates and Changelog for 2020 and Earlier

v4.21.001

June 2020
Compatibility – Mech-Q is now compatible with AutoCAD 2021, GStarCAD 2020, and Bricscad V20.
Piping – PVC-U Metric: Added more flange sizes.
Piping – Added note to select the image to start drawing.
Piping – ISO-Offsets: Improved pick point selection.
Piping – Ortho Piping: Remembers the last piping type between drawings.
Piping – PVC-DWV: Added more 1/4 turn elbows and sizes.
Piping – Custom items function upgraded.
Ducting – Allow 2D Centers On/Off.
Ducting – BOM: Added more options.
Ducting – Branches & Shoes: Length tied to size.
General – Help: Major update with more help added to the database editor.
Structural – BOM: Added an option to erase BOM Balloons if existing.
Fixed – Various issues across modules, including threaded fittings not rotating, vessel nozzle errors, and PVC-DWV fitting draw errors.

v4.19.001

February 2020
Piping – Major speed improvement and added 2D Branch/Tap option.
Piping – Added more 3D Piping Tools.
Ducting – 2D Rec now allows female connections.
Ducting – BOM: Added more options.
General – Help: Major update with additional help in the database editor.
Fixed – Various issues including strainers grouping, BOM errors, and 3D BW Reducing Elbows error.

v4.18.001

January 2019
Compatibility – Mech-Q is now compatible with AutoCAD 2020, progeCAD 2020, CADian 2020, GstarCAD 2020, ElettraCAD 2019, and ARES Commander.
Piping – Database Editor: Major upgrade and added “Same-As” option.
Structural – Handrailing module: Major upgrade with Weldlok support.
Fixed – Numerous issues across Piping, Ducting, and Structural modules, including valve handle locations, grooved pipe fittings, and BOM file generation errors.

v4.16.001

January 2019
Compatibility – Mech-Q is now compatible with Bricscad V19.
Piping – Added Pipe Size Select button for hangers.
Piping – BOM: Enhanced with more options.
Ducting – Added BOM data to custom objects and other improvements.
Fixed – Issues such as AutoSlope not working in AviCAD and ductile iron pipe run errors.

v4.15.001

July 2018
Compatibility – Mech-Q is now compatible with AutoCAD 2019 and GstarCAD 2018.
Piping – Added 3D options for pumps, hangers, and clips.
Ducting – Added gauge/thickness options for walls.
Structural – Enhanced stairs with handrails and landings.
Fixed – Various bugs, including issues with Victaulic tees, reducing elbow profiles, and flange bore data.

v4.12.001

November 2017
Compatibility – Mech-Q is now compatible with IntelliCAD 2018, progeCAD 2018, and Bricscad V18.
Piping – Added new linetypes for P&ID and enhanced BOM grouping.
Ducting – Improved 3D Reducing Tees and added auto-rotation for 2D elbows.
Structural – Enhanced stairs with aluminum stringers and handrail drawing options.
Fixed – Numerous bugs across modules, including rotation failures, flange orientation, and CFG saving issues.

v4.08.001

August 2017
Ducting – Major upgrades including 16 new shapes, 3D dampers, and improved BOM.
Piping – Improved data loading speed and added threaded fittings.
Fixed – Various issues, including BOM file errors, single-line pipe drawing, and structural handrailing design.

v4.04.001

March 2017
Compatibility – Mech-Q is now compatible with AutoCAD 2018.
Piping – Improved 3D speed by 40–50%.
Ducting – Enhanced 3D speed by 40–60% and added cushion head boxes.
Structural – Added Bulb Flats for shipbuilding.
Fixed – Several bugs in flanges, fittings, and structural components.

v4.01.001

November 2016
Compatibility – Mech-Q is now compatible with IntelliCAD 2017, progeCAD 2017, CADian 2017, and Bricscad 2017.
Piping – Added new linetypes for P&ID and extended copper pipe sizes to 12″.
Structural – Added angled beam options with horizontal/vertical copes.
Fixed – Numerous issues in Piping, Ducting, and Structural modules.

v4.0

April 2016
Compatibility – Mech-Q is now compatible with AutoCAD 2017.
General – Updated menu enhancements and ribbon UI.
Fixed – Various minor bugs across modules.