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Innovative Approaches to Industrial Construction Project Management

Construction Marketing

This has obviously led to large-scale improvements in the way structures are designed and building materials are fabricated. Incorporate the Latest Project Management Software Computer-animated design (CAD) technology revolutionized design when it was introduced decades ago.

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Myths, Misperceptions, and Prospects for Modular Construction

Autodesk Construction Cloud

Post-World War II, prefab continued to grow as a solution to the housing crisis in the United States to accommodate soldiers returning from war. Like cars, prefab buildings are fabricated in a factory-like setting that leverages robotics and computer-aided technology to create specialized building components.

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IFC-BIM Exchange Forum

CAD Shack

Membership is open to the international capital facilities communities including owners, architects, engineers, designers, analysts, detailers, fabricators, and anyone involved in the construction supply chain. Those joining from the United States are encouraged to participate in the definition of the U.S.

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Critical Issues and BIM – NIBS buildingSMART alliance conference – January 7-11, 2013

Building Information Management

The buildingSMART alliance TM Conference will help you understand how BIM can better integrate the design, construction, fabrication and operation processes, and provide you with the latest metrics available to assess industry progress. Now is the time to expand your knowledge of all things BIM and find ways to implement it in your work.

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Critical Issues and BIM – NIBS buildingSMART alliance conference – January 7-11, 2013

Building Information Management

The buildingSMART alliance TM Conference will help you understand how BIM can better integrate the design, construction, fabrication and operation processes, and provide you with the latest metrics available to assess industry progress. Now is the time to expand your knowledge of all things BIM and find ways to implement it in your work.

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List of Common Construction Abbreviations

Job Order Contracting

CAD: Cadmium, Computer-Aided Drafting. FAB: Fabricate. FABR: Fabricate. FBP: Fabric Panel. USG: United States Gauge, United States Gypsum Company. USS: United States Standard. VF: Vinyl Fabric. WWF: Welded Wire Fabric. BWV: Back Water Valve. BYP: By Pass.

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Construction Abbreviations – A Decent List

Building Information Management

CAD: Cadmium, Computer-Aided Drafting. FAB: Fabricate. FABR: Fabricate. FBP: Fabric Panel. USG: United States Gauge, United States Gypsum Company. USS: United States Standard. VF: Vinyl Fabric. WWF: Welded Wire Fabric. BWV: Back Water Valve. BYP: By Pass.