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DebunkTheBIM: The Abu Dhabi Municipality is asking for CAD files.

DebunkTheBIM

The Abu Dhabi Municipality is asking for CAD files from applicants of building permits. Only a couple of days ago I stated in this blog, that sticking to-and improving a wobbly-but functioning-FlatCAD system often makes more sense than jumping half-heartedly into BIM. Blog Archive. Share to Twitter Share to Facebook. Newer Post.

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DebunkTheBIM: The clandestine practice of consultants modelling.

DebunkTheBIM

The clandestine practice of consultants modelling for tender documentation. Thanks to CAD, these drawings would number in the hundreds if not thousands for even modest buildings. The contractor would search for discrepancies and excuses for variations, the consultant for proofs that the buildings were properly designed.

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CAD Shack: BIMBO

CAD Shack

Some weeks back I was planning on having lunch with a CAD/BIM manager from a competing firm HDR. I spent quite a bit of time at his firm consulting, and we still like to get together to discuss CAD and BIM issues. Check out the image in this post on my blog - Drink BIMBO? CAD Shack VIPs. CAD Shack Blog Buddies.

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CAD Shack: Track Revit MEP Versions

CAD Shack

As a consulting engineering firm, we do business with many architects using different software in differing versions. CAD Shack VIPs. CAD Shack Blog Buddies. RobiNZ CAD Blog. The MEP CAD Engineer. Knowing What You Dont Know About CAD. Thursday, March 25, 2010. Track Revit MEP Versions.

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CAD Shack: Revit Parameters - AUGIWorld Article

CAD Shack

We have already been asked by one of our consultants to use their MEP content in our Architectural model. CAD Shack VIPs. CAD Shack Blog Buddies. RobiNZ CAD Blog. The MEP CAD Engineer. Knowing What You Dont Know About CAD. Usefullness: 3 comments: Antony McPhee. Popular Posts. Revit OpEd.

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CAD Shack: Titus Terminal Units vs. idunno Everybody Else

CAD Shack

In the end as a consulting engineer, I really dont want to spec anything by default. CAD Shack VIPs. CAD Shack Blog Buddies. RobiNZ CAD Blog. The MEP CAD Engineer. Knowing What You Dont Know About CAD. I have already made my own without too much trouble and will probably stick with them.

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Construction Cost Estimating Blog: TeamLink Portal will facilitate.

Construction Cost Estimating

Construction Cost Estimating Blog. The project owner, consultants, subcontractors and suppliers will get secure, real-time access to project information. Team members will get the ability to upload and distribute project files on the TeamLink Portal as well as drawings, CAD and BIM files and photographs. Blog Archive.