Construction Cost Estimating

FEBRUARY 7, 2012

Software cost estimation with Construction Cost Model. Dr. Barry Boehm developed the Construction Cost Model to be applied with the large majority of software projects. It originates from the spiral model for project planning that defines four quadrants in each turn only one to three for the progress and project management.

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Modeling Estimating Software Software 58

DebunkTheBIM

NOVEMBER 27, 2011

I consider myself to be a model-based construction information practitioner (shortened to a ‘BIM- meddler’) rather than an ‘expert’ or even ‘specialist’ Sunday, November 27, 2011. Breaking down the doors to construction modelling. ▼ 2011. It DOES matter what modeller you use!!!

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Modeling Austin BIM Construction 48

DebunkTheBIM

NOVEMBER 24, 2011

I consider myself to be a model-based construction information practitioner (shortened to a ‘BIM- meddler’) rather than an ‘expert’ or even ‘specialist’ Thursday, November 24, 2011. It DOES matter what modeller you use!!! ▼ 2011. Breaking down the doors to construction modelling.

Modeling 63

Modeling BIM Autodesk Roads 63

Revit OpEd

JUNE 1, 2011

The speakers for EXTREME BIM 2011 were instructed to give presentations that advance the idea of building information modeling, show things that most of the audience may not be aware of, and demonstrate that BIM is cool and cutting edge! DO NOT use the online system if you want to get your fee waived.

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BIM IDEA Education Architecture 55

DebunkTheBIM

JANUARY 11, 2012

I consider myself to be a model-based construction information practitioner (shortened to a ‘BIM- meddler’) rather than an ‘expert’ or even ‘specialist’ Wednesday, January 11, 2012. The clandestine practice of consultants modelling for tender documentation. ► 2011. ► December. (31).

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Consulting Modeling Documentation CAD 50

Construction Business Owner

MARCH 29, 2012

The Business of Construction Risk Management » The Fundamentals of Building Information Modeling (BIM). Building Information Modeling (BIM) is no different. Modeling & Design. To produce a digital model, the objects are assembled like a three-dimensional puzzle. Construction Business Owner E-Newsletter. -->.

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Construction BIM Software Software 120

DebunkTheBIM

NOVEMBER 18, 2011

I consider myself to be a model-based construction information practitioner (shortened to a ‘BIM- meddler’) rather than an ‘expert’ or even ‘specialist’ Friday, November 18, 2011. or modelling purely for interpretation). ▼ 2011. Breaking down the doors to construction modelling.

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Modeling BIM Claims Documentation 48

Do

APRIL 10, 2010

Subtle Updates in 2011. This is a great way to "freeze" a drawing, without having to export to CAD, and it keeps everything in the model. One presumes that this is all part of the new "Analysis Styles" view framework meant to make it easier to graphically convey and save analysis data in the model. ► 2011. (36).

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Revit BIM Autodesk AutoCAD 40

Construction Business Owner

MARCH 6, 2011

It got me to thinking – I need to develop a (much simpler) stress test model for my own company. I would challenge you to create simple models that allow you to give your own organization random “stress” tests. This entry was posted on Sunday, March 6th, 2011 at 3:30 pm and is filed under Michael Moore Blog.

Construction 120

Construction Software Software Accounting 120

CAD Shack

NOVEMBER 10, 2011

Thursday, November 10, 2011. Linked Models Disappear when using Remote Desktop Connection. When using remote desktop to access my PC to deliver training, I have been bummed in the past to notice that linked modeled objects did not show up on the display screen. 11/13/2011 12:21 AM. In Remembrance- 09/11/2011.

CAD 45

CAD Modeling AutoCAD Revit 45

Do

JULY 19, 2010

Navisworks 2011 Addin file. Were in the midst of prepping for full rollout of ADSK 2011 BIM products here, which includes Navisworks. If you feel like using an Addin file to integrate Navisworks into your 2011 installations, just copy the code below into a text file (I recommend Notepad) and save the file as a *.addin

Revit 44

Revit BIM Philadelphia Viewpoint 44

Construction Business Owner

FEBRUARY 6, 2012

Tekla had a message for contractors at the show: Don’t wait until you are contracted on a job to utilize the power of BIM (building information modeling). It’s a construction collaboration tool that lets everyone in the industry tap into the BIM (Building Information Modeling) process for free. December 2011. November 2011.

Construction 120

Construction Software Software Accounting 120

Natural Building

OCTOBER 23, 2011

Puerto Vallarta Model Home. October 23, 2011. Earth USA 2011. The Sixth International Conference on Earthen Building and Architecture, Earth USA 2011, met in Albuquerque, NM at the National Hispanic Cultural Center September 30 through October 2, 2011. Affordable Eco-homes Report. HyperAdobe. Masonry Heaters.

Architecture 40

Architecture Sustainability Green Conference 40

BD+C

APRIL 5, 2023

Under her leadership, Shepley Bulfinch became a women-owned firm, was awarded the 2011 American Institute of Architects (AIA) National Diversity Recognition Award, and named 2020 ENR Southwest Design Firm of the Year. The firm was named to the Commonwealth Institute’s Top 100 Women-Led Businesses annually from 2011 to 2022.

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AIA Houston Phoenix Equity 52

Construction Equipment

MARCH 12, 2015

Altec Industries is recalling 3,089 2011-2014 model-year aerial devices because the boom may move unintentionally, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. The recall affects L36A, LRV and LR7 aerial device models that were manufactured from June 1, 2011, to Sept.

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Texas Modeling Safety Industrial 48

Do

MAY 13, 2010

Upgrading to 2011: Deleted Levels!? Ive now seen this error show up in three different models, two from 2009 and one from 2010. At first I wrote it off, as the first two models were not 100% familiar to me, and I assumed it was some type of error related to the files, and something the user(s) had done. ► 2011. (36).

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Revit BIM Modeling Accidents 40

Construction Equipment

AUGUST 1, 2016

Lengthy environmental litigation in California isn't a new speedbump for contractors to overcome but the LA Times reports a special California Senate bill passed in 2011 giving a building project special fast-track benefits may be the model for current and future builds.

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California Modeling Contractors Construction 48

Construction Business Owner

APRIL 5, 2012

« The Fundamentals of Building Information Modeling (BIM). Well, consider the business model of the insurance industry. December 2011. November 2011. October 2011. September 2011. August 2011. April 2011. March 2011. February 2011. January 2011. Free Subscriptions.

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Risk Insurance Construction Software 120

Do

APRIL 16, 2010

Revit 2011: Stepped Foundations with Adaptive Components. I dont know about you, but Ive always found modeling stepped footings to be a bit of a pain. Labels: Adaptive Components , Conceptual Design Tools , Families , Family Creation , Revit 2011. I'm a little more excited about using Revit 2011 now. ► 2011. (36).

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Revit Foundation BIM Philadelphia 40

Construction Equipment

AUGUST 19, 2015

Ford Motor Company is issuing a safety compliance recall for approximately 26,400 2011-2013 and 2015 model year F-650 and F-750 vehicles in North America for a safety compliance issue with FMVSS 210 regarding seat belt anchorage.

Safety 48

Safety America Modeling 48

Digger Blog

NOVEMBER 12, 2014

In 1961 came the introduction of the 203/205 and 65S/65R models ( above ). S models used a 6 speed manual transmission and the R models featured a 4 speed Instant Reverse version. These models were updated in 1965 with the creation of the 203/205 Mk2 and 3165S/3165R models. In 1966 came the 3303/3305 models.

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Modeling New York US Mobility 121

Construction Equipment

NOVEMBER 4, 2013

Terex Cranes is tracking recent reports of counterfeit Terex CC 2500-1 lattice boom crawler crane models originating from China. The company reported similar a incident in 2011. Most of the models reported to the company are painted red and use the manufacturer’s Demag brand.

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Modeling 60

Construction Equipment

MARCH 30, 2017

Above: A small Geotab telematics device is plugged into the J1939 port on Macks as old as model year 2011. Until now, telematics capability was available only on new Macks, on which GuardDog Connect equipment has been standard.

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Modeling Equipment Engineering 48

Construction Equipment

FEBRUARY 29, 2016

Terex is recalling 2011-2015 model-year Hi-Ranger SCM48, SCM50 and SCM55 aerial devices because of a problem tied to their leveling systems, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration reported. The recalled aerial devices were manufactured from Aug. 24 to Nov.

Modeling 48

Modeling Safety 48

Buisness Facilities Contributed Content

MAY 8, 2014

construction employment is still behind lofty pre-recession highs, many areas of the industry are reporting steady job growth, according to a new analysis from CareerBuilder and Economic Modeling Specialists International (EMSI). Heavy and civil engineering construction, however, has been the fastest growing sector since 2011.

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Metro Kansas City Rhode Island Kansas 67

Green Building Law Update

APRIL 22, 2014

In a recent New York case, the Town of Allegany issued a special use permit to a landowner on July 11, 2011, allowing it to construct a wind farm. By letter dated August 3, 2012, petitioner advised the Town that it was “considering use of alternate turbine models” for the project.

Zoning 120

Zoning Permits New York Modeling 120

Construction Business Owner

MARCH 29, 2012

The Fundamentals of Building Information Modeling (BIM) » Lessons in Construction Leadership. December 2011. November 2011. October 2011. September 2011. August 2011. April 2011. March 2011. February 2011. January 2011. Construction Business Owner Magazine. August 2012.

Construction 120

Construction Software Software Accounting 120

Construction Business Owner

DECEMBER 9, 2011

While there are advantages to this type of so-called virtualization model, it is not a true browser-based or “Cloud” solution. </P. This entry was posted on Friday, December 9th, 2011 at 12:17 pm and is filed under John Chaney Blog. December 2011. November 2011. October 2011. September 2011. August 2011.

Construction 120

Construction Software Software Accounting 120

Construction Business Owner

FEBRUARY 9, 2012

This virtualization model just gives you the PC environment on a tablet computer, rather than optimizing the software for the tablet environment. December 2011. November 2011. October 2011. September 2011. August 2011. April 2011. March 2011. February 2011. January 2011.

Software 120

Software Software Construction Accounting 120

Digger Blog

DECEMBER 13, 2012

Scale models of a pink Case backhoe loader have gone on sale at Case’s online shop: www.caseceshop.com. The models are scale replicas of a full size Case 580 machine that was painted pink at the Case Burlington plant in Iowa (USA) to raise awareness about cancer.

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Iowa IDEA Modeling Engineering 112

Construction Business Owner

DECEMBER 1, 2011

With the Internet becoming an application utility, this model is changing. This entry was posted on Thursday, December 1st, 2011 at 3:36 pm and is filed under John Chaney Blog. December 2011. November 2011. October 2011. September 2011. August 2011. April 2011. March 2011. February 2011.

Construction 120

Construction Software Software Accounting 120

Construction Equipment

AUGUST 7, 2014

Volvo Trucks of North America is recalling 1,025 of its 2011 to 2015 VNL and 2014 to 2015 NVM trucks manufactured between Nov. In addition, Daimler Trucks North America is recalling 194 of its model year 2015 Freightliner Cascadia, 122SD, and Business Class M2 trucks manufactured between March 20, 2014 and April 10, 2014.'

America 48

America Modeling 48

Construction Business Owner

APRIL 11, 2011

In addition, Case expanded its compact excavator line with the CX55B minimum tail swing model. This entry was posted on Monday, April 11th, 2011 at 5:38 pm and is filed under Jeana Durst. December 2011. November 2011. October 2011. September 2011. August 2011. April 2011. March 2011.

Construction 120

Construction Software Software Green 120

BD+C

DECEMBER 11, 2013

Buildings in tornado-prone areas should be constructed to withstand strong winds just as hurricanes are factored into building codes in coastal areas, says a federal report examining the 2011 killer tornado in Joplin, Mo. read more.

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Drafting Modeling Construction 51

Building Information Management

AUGUST 30, 2013

The study centered upon the development of Building Information Modelling (BIM) in the UK construction industry and its pontential affect on the role of the client’s construction manager (CM). For example, the use of the BIM model to produce cost and time estimates has been identified as a paradigm shift (Gier 2008).

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BIM Modeling Autodesk Estimating 65

Revit OpEd

APRIL 25, 2012

Rooms and areas can be deleted in model views like floor plans and ceiling plans. Revit warns us that they have been deleted from the model but they are still listed in schedules. Wall Floor Interaction and Linked Models. ► 2011. ► December 2011. (19). ► November 2011. (21). ► 2010.

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Revit Schedule Autodesk Modeling 56

BD+C

DECEMBER 7, 2012

Tokyo city officials calculate that its Green Building Program reduced energy consumption by 20% since its inception, a statistic they identify as the reason the power stayed on during the 2011 earthquake. It has inspired green building practices in other parts of Japan, and Tokyo officials view their plan as a global sustainability model.

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Green Statistics Modeling Sustainability 45