Fieldwire

MAY 16, 2022

From safety training and accident prevention to AR building assistance, technology does indeed belong on the drafting table and the construction site alike. How much more productive could your project manager and crew become? Supply Chain Issues. Or if accidents on the job site were a thing of the past? Schedule Demo.

Industrial 98

Industrial Accidents Construction Safety 98

BIM & Beam

APRIL 14, 2016

The latest version of Advance Steel adds a host of new features and enhancements that help improve productivity and usability, and allow fabrication documents to be drafted and documented more easily to support BIM enabled workflows. Documentation Improvements Productivity and Appearance. Out of the box drawings.

Fabrication 40

Fabrication Autodesk AutoCAD Drawings 40

Construction Cost Estimating

AUGUST 10, 2015

Viewpoint for Mobile : Viewpoint Construction Software, of Portland, Ore has launched its Viewpoint for Mobile, its mainly a Mobile Field Manager. The Grid time entry feature inside the software provide similar functionality of a spreadsheet and it helps the users to monitor time and productivity in a grid.

Construction 40

Construction Mobility Viewpoint Estimating 40

DebunkTheBIM

NOVEMBER 5, 2012

….Unless of course you have software to sell. Autodesk products are conveniently bundled together – not so ArchiCAD and Vectorworks (owned by the same company: Nemetschek). It provides a credible picture of present day attitudes and progress made towards Building Information Modelling (BIM) in New Zealand.” even with AutoCAD included!)

BIM 54

BIM CAD ArchiCAD AutoCAD 54

Pro Builder

JUNE 22, 2020

I will also say that I didn’t include anything on my list that would be ridiculous and completely out of beat with the times … like a drawing on linen or using rapidograph pens with mylar sheets and a pin bar. . This takes it from a giant phone to a more productive tool for a designer. Andrew’s Item #2 – The Stylus [16:45 mark].

Architecture 52

Architecture iPad Drawings Drafting 52

DebunkTheBIM

NOVEMBER 9, 2013

If I’m going to be cynical, I’ll predict that they will come in last minute with the overarching ‘super-sponsorship’ (whatever colour of ‘a gem’ that may be) or better still – no sponsorship at all, after all, most of the speakers will be falling over backwards to advertise their products, anyway. Autodesk has sewn up the HK market.

Autodesk 62

Autodesk AutoCAD CAD Revit 62

CivilJungle

MAY 28, 2021

Manufacturing refers to production of comparable items with no particular purchaser, while construction occurs on a location for a known client. Step 2: Draft a Preliminary Plan: Utilization of S.M.A.R.T. & Construction Planning Software. Also, Read: Standard Room Size | How to Draw House Plan Step By Step.

Plans 52

Plans Construction BIM Permits 52

Building Information Management

JUNE 6, 2013

Traditionally, a value that was represented on a drawing may not correctly corresponded with the value within the specification simply due to a ‘typo’ An example being where a ’60 minute fire door’ has been recorded on the drawing but has been recorded as ’90 minutes fire rating’ within the specification.

BIM 51

BIM nemetschek Vectorworks Life Cycle Estimating 51

Building Information Management

FEBRUARY 10, 2012

Common taxonomy is critical to productivity, transparency, collaboration, and information re-use/management. Within the facility management where process, technology, and productivity lags, common taxonomy must be at the forefront. This draft European standard gives relevant terms and definitions in the area of Facility Management.

Management 40

Management Agreement Organization Products 40

Autodesk Construction Cloud

DECEMBER 18, 2021

As the days pass and your project draws to a close, you’re ready to chalk this one up as a success and prepare for your next challenge. Equipment tracking software may be needed to account for all moveable equipment. Often the last thought in your mind when your job is running full speed ahead is project closeout.

Change Orders 52

Change Orders Documentation Equipment Risk 52

Construction Cost Estimating

APRIL 25, 2019

As soon as the project is procured, estimate details flow automatically into Sage business management software, removing unnecessary tasks and data entry errors. Download Candy It is a superb Construction Project Management Software to manage projects efficiently in the construction & engineering industry.

Bidding 40

Bidding Estimating Software Software 40

CAD Shack

DECEMBER 20, 2005

Why should I walk away from a proven product like AutoCAD, when I have so much invested in it? Of course the answer can be different for everyone of them depending on individual needs and uses of the software, but I would like to offer up what I see as the big ticket items that make ABS so appealing. I can plot to DWF and 3D DWF.

AutoCAD 40

AutoCAD CAD Drafting Schedule 40

Revit Beginners

AUGUST 21, 2006

Using Revits 2D Drafting tools: Because beginners are not completely familiar with all of Revits tools and because they are often faced with a deadline, beginners will likely rely on detail lines and filled regions to piece together plans, sections, and elevations for their first few projects. Partner Products. Product Activation.

Revit 40

Revit CAD BIM nemetschek AllPlan 40

Autodesk Construction Cloud

MAY 4, 2022

Project teams have traditionally designed using 2D drawings, leaving room for misinterpretation and error between collaborating teams. This siloed process also meant drawings could only be reviewed one at a time, leading to further pre-construction delays. and in with the new. Side-by-side of 3D models from different trades.

Autodesk 97

Autodesk INR BIM Environment 97

Contractor Magazine

JUNE 7, 2012

The State Department is trying to impress on foreign finance ministers that their economies will pay a Gross Domestic Product penalty if they ignore water issues. Watts Water Technologies will introduce a machine that uses electromagnetic flux to fuse joints in plastic pipe, said Stephen Barrett, a product director for Watts.

Contractors 56

Contractors Chicago Sewer Management 56

Revit Beginners

AUGUST 16, 2006

The office I worked for didnt use Revit for developing working drawings but I do remember wishing that I could add text to linestyles (for phone, elec, gas, etc) and I remember having trouble understanding phases but I got a lot of help from users on Zoogdesign (now AUGI). Partner Products. Product Activation. Marathon Drafting.

Revit 40

Revit CAD BIM Autodesk 40

Revit Beginners

SEPTEMBER 11, 2006

This workaround involves drawing a repeating detail line (with imported text) on top of a simple detail line. Goto Drafting. Now draw a detail line in any view of your project. Draw your repeating detail over your new detail line as though tracing the detail line. Partner Products. Product Activation.

Revit 40

Revit CAD BIM nemetschek AllPlan 40

Revit OpEd

APRIL 22, 2014

The first response quite often was, "We''ve already got {insert your software here}, no thanks"! Which was then followed by "Oh gosh, you mean it doesn''t do "X" just like {insert your software here}? Such as, "We''ve got all these people who are {insert your software here} experts. Other responses were, "Really?

AutoCAD 98

AutoCAD Revit Autodesk Software 98

Revit Beginners

JUNE 9, 2006

We decided that we also wanted to be able to sort the sheets in our project browser (and our drawing lists) by Submittal Package. and check the category Drawing Sheets. Drawing List. Leave the name Drawing List. The Drawing List on our coversheet shows ALL the drawings from ALL the different packages.

Revit 40

Revit CAD Drawings BIM 40

Revit Beginners

AUGUST 10, 2006

Draw an arc (wall or line doesnt matter). Partner Products. Product Activation. Marathon Drafting. Other BIM Software. Revit's Drafting Machine. This blog will highlight some of the common questions and cool tips found in the process of transitioning our office to Revit. Thursday, August 10, 2006.

Revit 40

Revit CAD nemetschek AllPlan BIM 40

Revit Beginners

JANUARY 20, 2010

We used to complain that CAD drawings looked horrible and now that concept has nearly been forgotten. I used to spend (not hours, not days) weeks fighting wall cleanups in Revit and our designs changed so frequently we needed a quick and clean way to get complete drawings. Partner Products. Product Activation. Revit 24/7.

Revit 40

Revit CAD BIM Autodesk 40

Autodesk Construction Cloud

JUNE 2, 2023

Tell me a little bit about Metroment and what you specialize in Metromont specializes in producing precast concrete products designed, engineered, and produced here in Greenville, SC and surrounding areas. We use Revit families to produce our assemblies and products. Let’s dive in. As for my specialty, I’m a BIM manager.

BIM 98

BIM Management Autodesk Modeling 98

Revit Beginners

OCTOBER 21, 2006

While in plan view draw a floor plan callout. Partner Products. Product Activation. Marathon Drafting. Other BIM Software. This blog will highlight some of the common questions and cool tips found in the process of transitioning our office to Revit. Saturday, October 21, 2006. Instant Section Box. Go to View.

Revit 40

Revit CAD nemetschek AllPlan ArchiCAD 40

Revit Beginners

AUGUST 19, 2009

To add to the complexity, the as-built drawings we had on file were not accurate to the true construction of the existing structure because the original architect had improvised the design during construction. Partner Products. Product Activation. Marathon Drafting. Other BIM Software. National BIM Standards.

Revit 40

Revit CAD BIM nemetschek AllPlan 40

Revit Beginners

MARCH 23, 2007

audits the drawings to ensure conformance with the standards and a logical organization of the CAD work." And not just our models but also the drawings we are getting from consultants. Partner Products. Product Activation. Marathon Drafting. Other BIM Software. David Duarte. National BIM Standards.

Revit 40

Revit Management CAD BIM 40

Revit Beginners

APRIL 20, 2009

you can draw a simple building and link in a simple building (by shared coordinates) and move these two icons around a bit (clipped and unclipped) to see how the two models react or. Partner Products. Product Activation. Marathon Drafting. Other BIM Software. here is the simplest way I can put it: 1. Autodesk Seek.

Revit 40

Revit CAD BIM Autodesk 40

Autodesk Construction Cloud

DECEMBER 5, 2023

Stephen stands out for his adeptness in reshaping collaboration dynamics throughout project lifecycles, seamlessly integrating diverse construction software platforms. His proficiency extends beyond the digital realm, drawing from real-world field experience to inspire designers toward heightened drawing accuracy and enriched content.

Construction 116

Construction BIM Autodesk Innovation 116

Revit Beginners

JUNE 19, 2006

Select Detail View and draw a callout in plan view. Partner Products. Product Activation. Marathon Drafting. Other BIM Software. This blog will highlight some of the common questions and cool tips found in the process of transitioning our office to Revit. Monday, June 19, 2006. Callout Annotation Features.

Revit 40

Revit CAD nemetschek AllPlan nemetschek Vectorworks 40

Revit Beginners

JUNE 7, 2006

Draw a wall in plan view. Partner Products. Product Activation. Marathon Drafting. Other BIM Software. This blog will highlight some of the common questions and cool tips found in the process of transitioning our office to Revit. Wednesday, June 07, 2006. Edit Cut Profile Tool. Goto Tools. Edit Cut Profile.

Revit 40

Revit CAD nemetschek AllPlan BIM 40

Revit Beginners

APRIL 10, 2010

If you are drawing a wall or a line there is a pallet of line shapes that you can draw (square, polygon, circle, arc, etc.) Partner Products. Product Activation. Marathon Drafting. Other BIM Software. Well in Revit the fillet tool is located elsewhere. Well fillet is one of those options circled below.

Revit 40

Revit CAD BIM Autodesk 40

Revit Beginners

JUNE 20, 2006

In the options bar youll notice that you can "Reference other view" (for referencing a drafting view that is already present). Just draw a reference plane at the angle you want (and in the location you want for your section line) then place your section line adjacent to the reference plane. Partner Products. Product Activation.

Revit 40

Revit CAD BIM Autodesk 40

Autodesk Construction Cloud

FEBRUARY 14, 2023

Project teams traditionally designed using 2D drawings, leaving room for misinterpretation and error between project collaborators. This siloed process also meant drawings could only be reviewed one at a time, leading to pre-construction delays. But, when it came to construction on site, manual and paper-based workflows were the norm.

Autodesk 52

Autodesk Management Project Management Site 52

Do

JULY 26, 2011

Yet it was all there for the taking by Apple, they simply had the vision to take and borrow from everything that came before them, throw in some good design and learn from history to create a product that quickly penetrated the market. Someone needs to come along and capitalize on what is sitting in front of us, and then well have innovation.

Revit 54

Revit iPad Innovation BIM 54

Pro Builder

OCTOBER 1, 2021

The title refers to a time before computer-aided design, when architects and designers used a pen and pencil to hand-draw on a drafting board. A few of us still use a pencil to create these initial concepts, while others rely solely on software. or a combination of the two. Crook Architect , kcrook@klcarch.com , 949.660.1587.

Housing 98

Housing Design Maine Plans 98

CAD Shack

APRIL 27, 2006

Digital Drafting Whether you liked AutoCAD, MicroStation, or whatever. (I We still drafted, but with digital lines. How many times have you heard draw it once? The minute you draw it twice in AutoCAD or ABS somebody changes one of two and now, there’s a disconnect. You can only draw it once, literally.

AutoCAD 40

AutoCAD Revit Drafting Drawings 40

CAD Shack

JULY 27, 2006

Well right out of the gate, if you want to implement new software and change processes, you'll have some things to nail down and a lot of issues to deal with. 1) Sell the idea of changing software to management Everybody's boss is different but here are some ideas based on ABS. Robert Green counts mouse clicks and so do I.

Drawings 40

Drawings IDEA Software Software 40

Revit OpEd

JUNE 14, 2012

For example Ive tried to draw squares and cubes, even circles and spheres to test the extremes and predict the trigger of the error messages Ive written about before. For the snapping issue, i import my cad in a 2d drafting element family, make no modification, push it in the project. Content and Software Developers.

Revit 72

Revit CAD Autodesk Architecture 72