Version 18

October 28, 2018

FastEST, Inc. is pleased to announce our upcoming Version 18 software release of FastPIPE®, FastDUCT® & FastWRAP™. Version 18 is our next generation platform that

✔ is even faster...

• Faster navigation, data updates, recalculations, …
• Compresses job information more efficiently
• Easily supports large networks of users (100+) with low overhead
• Provides first-class experience for remote users on slower networks!

✔ is even easier to learn & use...

• Higher resolution display
• Simplified interface with less clutter
• Optimized screen layout for faster takeoffs
• Familiar Windows® 10 look & feel

✔ includes new advanced features(such as Visual Deducts & Scalable Assemblies)...

• Create assemblies in various units (EA, LF, SF, …)
• Use formulas for assembly component size & quantity
• Define custom parameters for adding/removing components with single click during takeoff!

✔ allows us to deliver even more features in the near future…

• Cloud storage that works as fast as local storage
• Larger catalogs, improved templates, custom assemblies, …
• New integrations with 3rd party software
• Improved data recovery

All while protecting your investment & security because Version 18 is

• ✔ upward compatible with Version 12 or higher (only a catalog upgrade is required)
• ✔ a near-0 learning curve for existing users who upgrade
• ✔ integrated with latest security standards & best practices
• ✔ designed for Windows® 10 & Server 2016 (but still backward compatible with Window® 7 & Server 2008)

Version 18 is currently in Beta Test with General Availability targeting early November 2018. Version 18 FastPIPE®, FastDUCT® & FastWRAP™ represents FastEST, Inc’s ongoing commitment to provide our customers with the latest estimating platform technology and this upgrade will be included at no cost to customers with active Annual Maintenance & Support agreements.

If you have any questions, please feel free to contact us at (800) 828-7108.