It looks like you’re asking for helpful information about a specific set of technical terms: ProgisCAD (2002/2004), ADCOF, ADFER, and ADTOPO — likely related to French cadastral (land registry) mapping and surveying systems.
- Compatibility: The 2002–2004 versions are generally incompatible with modern 64-bit Windows operating systems (Windows 10/11) without virtualization (e.g., using a Virtual Machine running Windows XP).
- Vendor: Progisol (the original developer) has faded from the mainstream market, with most users having migrated to modern GIS platforms (ArcGIS, QGIS) or modern French surveying software (Covadis, Geomedia).
- File Recovery: Retrieving data from
.hot, .cof, or proprietary Progiscad files today is difficult. The standard migration path involves converting old files to DXF or MIF/MID formats using the original software on a legacy machine before importing into modern systems.
The air in the drafting room was thick, not just with the summer heat, but with the pressure of a looming deadline. The "Défense Tower Extension" project was a mess. Jean-Pierre
Without a valid ADCOF database, a Progiscad 2002 project is just a drawing. When users report "ADCOF errors," they are typically dealing with corrupted coordinate banks or mismatched projection zones.
- Utility: For reinforcement drawings (Ferrovaire), it simplified the creation of rebar schedules and bending schedules. In 2002, generating a proper "Camion" (list of bars) automatically was a massive time-saver. It standardized the symbology, ensuring that site contractors weren't guessing what the drawings meant.
Common Errors and Troubleshooting
If you are currently maintaining a Windows NT or XP machine running these tools, you will encounter specific errors.
- ProgisCad 2002 – Built around Windows 2000/XP. Introduced better integration with raster georeferencing.
- ProgisCad 2004 – The more stable release, with improved tools for road alignment (Profiles) and topo surface modeling.