CAD Shack

NOVEMBER 9, 2009

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. CAD Shack VIPs. Revit MEP How to Create a Lighting Fixture Schedule. CAD Shack Blog Buddies.

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CAD Shack

MAY 25, 2012

In his article on implementing 3ds Max, Osama Ali explores the forethought and planning that should occur before implementation begins. This article provides a method to use Autodesk Revit to model, and control by parameters, the basic version of nine types of forms that Felix Candela used, with several variations, during his career.

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CAD Shack

MAY 19, 2010

Subing out the Model How Subcontractors are forging a new functionality with BIM. A debate is raging as to who should have access to the Model and where contractors and subcontractors can add value to the BIM process. CAD Shack VIPs. Revit MEP How to Create a Lighting Fixture Schedule. CAD Shack Blog Buddies.

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CAD Shack

DECEMBER 24, 2009

This week I needed to create some structure from the structural engineers AutoCAD plans since they were not using Revit. The way I got around the above mentioned error was to open a structural model I received from a different engineer on a different job. CAD Shack VIPs. Revit MEP How to Create a Lighting Fixture Schedule.

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

SEPTEMBER 12, 2022

Industry data shows that 70% of contractors think advanced technologies can boost productivity; plus, many construction professionals believe that tech can improve scheduling (78%) and enhance safety (75%). The first would be the people who utilized Building Information Modeling to design an iconic hotel-casino in Downtown Las Vegas.

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Construction Cost Estimating

JULY 12, 2017

By creating foundation design automatically, Foundation3D can constantly fulfill or outdo your project schedule requirements. This tool is best suited for for creating the design of foundations for industrial equipment like horizontal exchangers and vessels, vertical vessels or towers, pipe racks and other plant supports.

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

SEPTEMBER 9, 2021

We recommend registering for AU 2021 to receive this year’s official schedule as soon as it’s released. Massive amounts of data are created from project inception to design, planning, building, closeout, operations and beyond. Background into integrated methodologies for tracking changes and model coordination review.

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DebunkTheBIM

NOVEMBER 2, 2011

There is a code on the structural drawing that can be tracked to the schedule and the dimensions are noted. The architectural plan neatly sets out the column’s centre point from two nearby, perpendicular grids. The columns are not aligned on the two images, out by a bit.

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BIM & Beam

AUGUST 13, 2015

Engineering firm Melia Smith & Jones uses SOFiSTiK software for 3D rebar modelling in Autodesk Revit. Most engineers still produce classic 2D reinforcement drawings using programs such as AutoCAD ® combined with CADS RC. This software provides automated bar marks, layers, bending schedules and more.”. Read more.

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Cassell Construction Estimating

AUGUST 24, 2009

I’ve been asked by one of my industry software provider friends to write a piece on the current state of Building Information Modeling (BIM), as it relates to estimating in the here and now. The 3-D model can be rotated and viewed from any angle, including virtual walk-through capability. BIM is fully useful now. Why Design-Build?

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

JUNE 17, 2022

I worked my way up quickly to a manager position where I lead CAD and information management, and while I was there, I handled some large projects such as Blackfriars Bridge in London and London Bridge Station. The team there was very collaborative and it was under the alliance commercial model. .

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Construction Cost Estimating

MARCH 17, 2016

SmartBidNet will come up with available information to build bid projects easily and complete it in scheduled time. GOBIM application creates the scope to operate 3D BIM models and their related data on the basis of the factors like number of triangles, number of parameters, and number of materials. It can also be printed.

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DebunkTheBIM

JULY 8, 2011

We produce documentation for our buildings ‘the good old way’ and use CAD where absolutely necessary and only to mimic the traditional processes. Our buildings don’t come from cookie-cutters, we fashion each-and-every one from scratch by painstakingly drawing up separate views for all plans, elevations and sections.

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Construction Cost Estimating

APRIL 25, 2019

It focuses on the need of the contractor ranging from quantity take-off, pricing and planning a project, controlling at the site level, analytical calculations, critical path planning, dynamic forecasting, Project cash flow through to the final certificate. Users can also evaluate subcontractor and supplier quotes.

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Building Radar

JANUARY 14, 2020

Building planning: digital for optimized workflow 2. See more, plan better: thanks to Augmented Reality 9. Take-off: during planning, controlling and commercialization – with drones 10. Building planning: digital for optimized workflow New interfaces open up further synergies. And what does that mean for you?

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DebunkTheBIM

NOVEMBER 22, 2016

This is the case even in the majority of otherwise BIM-mandated projects, though a parallel, quasi-sophisticated modeling workflow may exist, for ‘show’. The assessment team (appointed by the client) is expanded from the usual cocktail of specialist-engineers with a new position, that of the Virtual Assessment Model Manager.

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Building Information Management

DECEMBER 2, 2012

Building information modeling (BIM) is beginning to fundamentally change the building industry in a very positive way. The National BIM Standard-United States (NBIMS-US) Version 3 Planning and Project Committees will begin planning the new standard during these face-to-face meetings. Thursday: Information Exchanges. Chris Moor.

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Revit Beginners

AUGUST 23, 2006

If you want to estimate the total cost of the project per square foot then setup an Area Plan scheme and Area schedule: 1. Schedule/Quantities. If you want to estimate the total cost of the project by materials used then setup one of Revits new Material Takeoff Schedules: 1. Schedule/Quantities. Labels: Schedules.

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Revit Beginners

JUNE 24, 2010

A placeholder is a family that has just enough geometry to illustrate the component in your plans, elevations, and sections. Labels: Dimensions , Families , Parameters , Practice , Schedules. National CAD Standards. CAD Digest. Knowing CAD. CAD Block Exchange. CAD Beyond. David Duarte. at 4:26 PM.

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Building Information Management

DECEMBER 2, 2012

Building information modeling (BIM) is beginning to fundamentally change the building industry in a very positive way. The National BIM Standard-United States (NBIMS-US) Version 3 Planning and Project Committees will begin planning the new standard during these face-to-face meetings. Thursday: Information Exchanges. Chris Moor.

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

APRIL 20, 2023

As Building Information Modeling Director at Silicon Valley Mechanical , Don looks after all things BIM at the company. That opportunity organically progressed from the CAM side to the detailing and CAD software. Thankfully at SVM, more of our forepersons are adapting to it, so we have plans to build that out.

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Revit Beginners

DECEMBER 7, 2006

The more accurate the information in your Revit model the more you can do with it. Models from different consultants (who use software other than Revit to model) can be combined for analysis and clash detection. Data can be shared with Primavera and Microsoft Project for project scheduling. Thursday, December 07, 2006.

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Pro Builder

APRIL 7, 2021

Accomplishments • At age 25, founded Akel Homes with his father • Played a key role in launching a 55+ master planned community of 500 homes, which sold out in three years • Led the acquisition of 50 acres for $12.5 Certifications • Florida Building Contractor. Certifications • NAHB Certified New Home Marketing Professional.

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Revit Beginners

DECEMBER 5, 2006

One of the things Ive learned about Revit that some beginners may not know is that scheduling combined with 2D & 3D representation makes communicating an idea much easier. For instance you can combine custom room schedules with color fill plans (drafting. Labels: Practice , Rendering , Schedules. CAD Digest.

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Revit Beginners

JANUARY 20, 2010

This wall is the sum of two 9 tall extruded shapes in plan view. You'd then have consistent walls to schedule, etc. We used to complain that CAD drawings looked horrible and now that concept has nearly been forgotten. Plus in-place families detract from performance of the team, model and file. National CAD Standards.

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Lets Build

JUNE 9, 2023

Today, construction teams rely on Building Information Modeling (BIM) to create and manage information during the entire lifecycle of a project. It brings architects, engineers, developers, contractors, manufacturers, and other professionals together to work within one 3D model.

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Revit Beginners

SEPTEMBER 12, 2006

Did you model a rough opening height for your window that has say a sloping sill and now your head height is not accurate in your schedule? They will also schedule wrong unless you do the following. National CAD Standards. CAD Digest. Knowing CAD. CAD Block Exchange. CAD Beyond. This is why.

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Revit Beginners

OCTOBER 26, 2006

Youll also find a Revit model of Calatravas Turning Torso project in Malmö, Sweden. See how it was modelled. I’ve tried using split regions to show these areas in plan and internal elevations as well as adding another wall or floor of tiles. The latter I find more successful and nice for rendering and scheduling.

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CAD Shack

JUNE 30, 2008

Improves stability when upgrading previous release files that contain certain schedule configurations. ? Improves consistency of panel schedule column sizes when panel name is changed. ? In plan view with medium or fine detail level, spot elevations now report the correct top or bottom elevation of a beam that is joined to a column. ?

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CAD Shack

FEBRUARY 18, 2009

I thought I would share how to gain some control over this situation for others using Revit MEP that link architectural and structural models. An easy way to do this is to create a schedule of settings along side a good floor plan with a lot of line weights and types represented. To be more accurate, the way they don't plot.

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

JUNE 2, 2023

This is where Building Information Modeling (BIM) comes into play, and BIM managers are the ones tasked with connecting teams and improving coordination between them. I applied it more in the residential space by doing house drawings and house plans, and learning the parametric modeling side for families.

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Lets Build

JUNE 9, 2023

Today, construction teams rely on Building Information Modeling (BIM) to create and manage information during the entire lifecycle of a project. It brings architects, engineers, developers, contractors, manufacturers, and other professionals together to work within one 3D model.

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CAD Shack

NOVEMBER 17, 2006

Revit Systems debuted early this year giving MEP engineers a third choice of CAD technology to use; it may have also caused a bit of confusion on what software is really the best for any given firm. This allows for bi-directional associativity, which means that a change to a schedule reflects in the plan immediately.

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CAD Shack

JANUARY 9, 2007

BIM If you are wanting to switch to Revit Systems because you are feeling pressure to complete a BIM model, Keep in mind, nobody can agree to what the Hell a BIM model is. At this stage delivering HVAC and electrical content in model form for interference detection is a real bonus and a valid expectation. Scheduling, Phasing.).

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

JULY 1, 2022

Engineers with access to CAD software and BIM data were working relatively efficiently, but those without access were continually recreating data. We would create a schedule,” says Stirling Ashby, Head of Group BIM Development at Benmax. “We We would create a schedule,” says Stirling Ashby, Head of Group BIM Development at Benmax.

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

DECEMBER 14, 2022

New business models. Traditional industry business models will shift towards data truly being valued as an asset- providing new service offerings and new business models for the industry and society.” – Adam Plunkett, Group Manager- Business Technology & Planning, John Holland. Design and build reimagined . “In

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Pro Builder

AUGUST 6, 2021

Project support includes project budgeting assistance, spec editing, and customized model and incentive programs. This version also includes a graphic wall-definition interface, stepped rake wall creation, and Nest command for inserting reference drawings into floor plans. Click for more info. . . Click for more info. . .

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