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#117:  Building Information Modeling

NH Construction Law

Over the past decade, Building Information Modeling (“BIM”) – computerized 3D portrayal of integrated building elements that allows a project or project subset to be built virtually before being built in the field – has become prolific in commercial construction. This is not your father’s CAD system.

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Top ten software for estimating and bidding

Construction Cost Estimating

Download CostX CostX can instantly capture exact measurements from scanned, PDF and CAD drawings together with formation of automatic BIM quantities from 3D/BIM models. The application supports digitizer integration, file integration (CAD, PDF, etc), and 2D takeoff. Users can also evaluate subcontractor and supplier quotes.

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DebunkTheBIM: ?Explain yourself!?

DebunkTheBIM

I consider myself to be a model-based construction information practitioner (shortened to a ‘BIM- meddler’) rather than an ‘expert’ or even ‘specialist’ Friday, June 29, 2012. Kowalske says paying the architect/engineer to develop the BIM documents typically results in savings for the owner.”

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Latest software for estimating & designing architectural projects

Construction Cost Estimating

At the time of design phase, accurate estimation can help architect to cut costs, remove RFIs, potential change orders and other supplementary costs that may arise throughout the actual building stage. It comes up with powerful CAD tools and many extra features for advanced users. IMSI TurboFLOORPLAN Home & Landscape Pro.