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An Ode to ArchiCAD…or…can we call it something else?

DebunkTheBIM

Not even 30 years ago when I first started associating with it, even though at the time both the Arch part and the CAD part were positive terms. I came across a software comparison recently. I don’t really need any scientific comparison. I’ve never been happy with the name of my (possibly) most essentials of tools.

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Construction Collaboration: PDF Secrets Part 1 – Estimating Takeoff

Carol Hagen

This will be a series of posts that will discuss construction collaboration using PDFs for Estimating Takeoffs, Converting Large Format and 3D Drawings, AutoCAD and Revit Integration, Drawing comparisons, Hyperlink referencing, Tablet PCs, and Sharepoint. There’s also the ability to price and export the details to a spreadsheet.

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Construction Scheduling Techniques

Construction Cost Estimating

Scheduling technique also offers precise comparison of expenses for the proposed alternate project completion methods. Proper scheduling of labour hour ensures organized and efficient work from the labour end and reduces the risk of delaying the project. 3D Architectural home design 3d concrete software 3d construction estimating'

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New Family Browser Product

Revit OpEd

CAD Technology Center is offering a new product called BIM List. If I had more time I'd consider a comparison post between the Family Browsers. They've provided several videos to help get acquainted with the application. Uh oh, now I'll toss out a little of the opinion part of my blog. Then again, I've not used it (BIM List).

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Revit Systems and ABS - a Comparison of Features

CAD Shack

I have been getting a lot of feed back regarding Revit Systems and ABS, so it's safe to say I will be discussing them both at length for the foreseeable future. Today's post is simply a look at how they compare by major features.

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The case for architects with no hands – or why can’t the young of the AEC industry be successful without wanting to hand-sketch?

DebunkTheBIM

I’ll class the birth and growth of the FlatCAD industry to have been a ‘relatively’ easy and straightforward process for now, though it was not really either, but in comparison to the digitalization of the design process, at least it has achieved some sort of a critical mass in its uptake by now.

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SHOP DRAWING creates maximum benefits for construction companies

Construction Cost Estimating

In brief shop drawings can be explained as below:- • Comparison information for the architect and engineer • Notes of changes or alterations from the construction documents • Information required fabricating the product • Indication of dimensions needing verification from the jobsite • Placement or installation information • Samples Now a days the (..)