What Procad Software does

PROCAD Software is a privately held Canadian software company founded in 1987, headquartered in Calgary, Alberta, that develops intelligent CAD software for piping and plant design. The company's product suite is built on AutoCAD OEM technology, delivered under a long-standing partnership with TechSoft 3D and Autodesk Developer Network membership maintained since 1991. Core offerings include 3DSMART (3D plant modeling), P&ID (piping and instrumentation diagrams), ISOMETRIC, ORTHO, and ELECTRIC modules, sold individually or as the Plant Design Suite and Piping Suite bundles. The architecture is data-centric, with spec-driven components and SQL Server connectivity for centralized project data management across disciplines.

The company operates a direct, subscription-based go-to-market model via its website, offering monthly, 1-year, and 3-year prepaid licenses with pricing starting at $1.25-$2.50 per day. Distribution combines self-serve online ordering with phone sales and a 15-day free trial, supported by free startup training, comprehensive web tutorials, and same-day technical support. PROCAD primarily serves engineering firms, plant owners/operators, and pipe fabrication shops in the oil and gas industry, with secondary reach into engineering/design firms and educational training institutions. Named customers include PBF Energy (US refining), NNPC Gas Marketing (Nigeria), and ADTEC Bintulu (Malaysia), demonstrating a global footprint across North America, Africa, and Southeast Asia.

Over more than 35 years of continuous operation, PROCAD has built a niche presence in specialty CAD, with registered trademarks (3DSMART, SPOOLCAD) and a customer base that includes some 30-year-plus users. Revenue mechanics rely on recurring software subscriptions and project-based rentals, with no disclosed institutional investors, parent company, or external funding. The company continues to release annual product versions tied to the latest AutoCAD releases, most recently 3DSMART 2026 and PROCAD 2026 2D products in July 2025.

Name

Procad Software

Legal name

PROCAD Software

Website

https://procad.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1987

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

101–250 employees

Short description

PROCAD Software is a privately held Canadian company founded in 1987 that develops AutoCAD-OEM-based 2D and 3D piping and plant design software, serving oil and gas, engineering firms, and educational institutions worldwide through subscription licensing and direct online sales.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Headquarters

HQ city

Essen

HQ country

Germany

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Software

Cost components

Technology or R&D, Personnel, Marketing or Sales, Operations

Revenue model

1. Software Subscriptions: PROCAD generates revenue primarily through software subscriptions with flexible terms including monthly recurring subscriptions, 1-year licenses, and 3-year prepaid licenses. Monthly subscriptions are standalone-only while yearly terms offer significant savings up to 45%.
2. Software Rental: PROCAD rents all software products for 3, 6, or 12 month terms to accommodate project-based needs, offering flexibility for customers with temporary or short-term requirements.
3. Software Bundles: Bundle sales including Plant Design Suite (all products) and Piping Suite (P&ID, ORTHO, ISOMETRIC) offer cost savings compared to individual product purchases.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

PROCAD Software designs, develops, and sells an intelligent software suite for piping and plant design built on the AutoCAD OEM platform. The company offers individual 2D drafting products (P&ID, ORTHO, ISOMETRIC, ELECTRIC) and a 3D plant modeling application (3DSMART), along with bundled suites such as the Plant Design Suite and Piping Suite, plus the SPOOLCAD pipe fabrication product. These offerings target engineering firms, plant owners/operators, pipe fabrication shops, and educational institutions in the oil and gas sector and broader process industries.

Product overview

PROCAD Software offers an intelligent software suite for piping and plant design with both standalone applications and bundled packages. The core product portfolio includes 3DSMART (3D plant modeling), P&ID (piping and instrumentation diagrams), ISOMETRIC (isometric pipe drawings), ORTHO (piping orthographics), and ELECTRIC (electrical drafting). These are available as individual products or in cost-saving bundles: the Plant Design Suite (all products) and Piping Suite (P&ID, ORTHO, and ISOMETRIC). The software is offered in two versions - PLUS with built-in AUTOCAD OEM, or as an add-on to existing AUTOCAD installations. The products feature spec-driven architecture, automation, and data management capabilities for organizing and managing entire projects from start to finish.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• PapriCAD: Product line including PapriCAD 2D and PapriCAD 3D with built-in AUTOCAD OEM software
• 3DSMART
• SPOOLCAD
• Plant Design Suite
• Piping Suite

Products and services

• 3DSMART 3D plant modeling software for creating comprehensive 3D models of process plants, with data-centric architecture connecting to SQL Server database for real-time data sharing across disciplines. Targets plant designers and piping engineers.
• P&ID (Piping and Instrumentation Diagram) Software for creating Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams (P&ID) and Process Flow Diagrams (PFD), with spec-driven components for easy deployment and minimal training. Designed for process engineers and piping designers.
• ORTHO Software for creating piping orthographic drawings including plans and elevations for complete project documentation. Targets piping designers and drafters.
• ISOMETRIC Software for creating industry-standard isometric drawings quickly and accurately for pipe fabrication, supporting both engineering and pipe fabrication drawing styles, with AutoRoute automation. Targets pipe fabricators and piping designers.
• ELECTRIC Electrical drafting software for producing single-line diagrams, control schematics, and layout drawings for electrical systems. Targets electrical designers and engineers in plant design.

Quantifiable outcome

• Yearly licensing with savings of up to 45%
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers3 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature11 records

Partnerships

Two partnerships are on record, tiered core.

• Autodesk Developer Network (ADN)coreTechnology or Integration · 1 January 1991PROCAD has been a member of the Autodesk Developer Network since 1991, maintaining close collaboration with Autodesk to ensure compatibility with the latest AutoCAD releases and access to new features.
• TechSoft 3DcoreTechnology or IntegrationTechSoft 3D provides the AUTOCAD OEM technology that PROCAD embeds in their Plus product line. This partnership enables PROCAD to offer complete CAD solutions with built-in AutoCAD functionality.

Scale indicators2 records

Recent moves2 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Market position

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Customer concentration

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Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

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