Microstation Synchro Plugin 5.0

Microstation Synchro Plugin by Synchro Software Ltd

The MicroStation SYNCHRO Plugin connects Bentley’s MicroStation design environment with SYNCHRO’s 4D construction planning and project management capabilities. It enables project teams to turn rich MicroStation models into time-based simulations, so planners, VDC/BIM managers, and field teams can understand and communicate the construction sequence with greater clarity.

With the plugin, you can link model elements to schedule tasks, visualize planned sequences over time, and generate clear, animated reviews directly from your DGN models. Bi-directional data exchange helps maintain element-to-task relationships as designs evolve, preserving IDs and attributes for traceability and reducing rework. The result is faster iteration, earlier identification of sequencing issues, and more effective communication with stakeholders.

Key capabilities:

• Integrates MicroStation models with SYNCHRO’s 4D schedules
• Links model elements to tasks, resources, and milestones
• Plays back construction sequences on a timeline with color-coded status
• Filters views by trade, location, WBS, or custom attributes to focus reviews
• Updates visualizations as the model or schedule changes, maintaining links
• Exports snapshots and animations for coordination meetings and reports

Who it’s for:

• BIM/VDC managers, schedulers, estimators, and project engineers in AEC who need model-based planning, progress visualization, and clearer project communication

Benefits:

• Aligns design and schedule in one workflow
• Improves understanding of construction intent across teams
• Reduces manual rework when models or schedules change
• Speeds up reviews and helps surface sequencing conflicts earlier

Note: Features and compatibility may vary by version. Refer to Synchro Software Ltd’s documentation for system requirements and supported MicroStation releases.

Microstation Synchro Plugin is developed by Synchro Software Ltd. The most popular versions of this product among our users are: 4.1, 4.9 and 5.0.