FastEST, Inc.

Estimating Software for Plumbing, Mechanical, HVAC & Sheet Metal Contractors


FastPIPE Version 5 Available for General Release

(Wichita, KS, March 7, 2005) - FastEST, Inc. announces the release of Version 5 of the FastPIPE Estimating System. Version 5 continues the tradition of providing contractors a powerful estimating system that is easy to learn and use.

FastPIPE Version 5 offers many new features to further reduce the time involved in producing accurate estimates. These new features include

  • Improved Graphics Interface Using Windows XP-Style Icons
  • New Support for Trapeze Hanger & Mounting Forms
  • Increased Number & Size of Specialties & Job Items
  • Increased Catalog Size to Support up to 300,000 Items
  • Expanded Catalog Fields for Accounting Integration
  • Hide/Unhide Logic for Personalizing the Catalog Interface
  • Optimized Database Access Logic for Network Users
  • Color Coded Indicators for Isolating Exceptions
  • Improved Section/Spec/Job Item Copy Interface
  • New Sort Options for Reports & Data
  • Delete to Recycle Bin to Protect Against Lost Data
  • New Area Calculation Tool for Digitizer Users
  • And many more...

FastPIPE Version 5 is shipping immediately for all new orders. Existing FastPIPE customers who have maintenance contracts will receive Version 5 at no charge as an upgrade to their current system.

For more information about FastPIPE software, visit the FastEST, Inc. web site at www.fastest-inc.com or contact them by phone at 800-828-7108.

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