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CAD & Construction – It’s Not Just for Designers Anymore

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Things have changed, though, and more and more construction firms are making the move to simple 2D CAD systems. With CAD, they can reduce the number of RFIs they need to submit, check spatial relationships in real time, and do their own site layout and staging. I know what you’re thinking. That’s for architects and engineers, right?

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Bluebeam Revu Tip: Complementing CAD

Carol Hagen

While many Architectural, Engineering and Construction firms use Bluebeam Revu to convert CAD to PDF, there’s an often overlooked capability that is as plain as the nose on your face. “Nowadays, I draw in Bluebeam equal amounts to sketching or CAD.” It’s sketching and creating floorplan illustrations.

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AIA, CSI, and NIBS publish updated national CAD standard

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The nation’s leading computer-aided design (CAD) standard has been updated. The American Institute of Architects (AIA), Construction Specifications Institute (CSI) and National Institute of Building Sciences (NIBS) released the newest edition of the United States National CAD Standard (NCS). read more.

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AIA, CSI, and NIBS publish updated national CAD standard, includes new BIM module

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The nation’s leading computer-aided design (CAD) standard has been updated. The American Institute of Architects (AIA), Construction Specifications Institute (CSI) and National Institute of Building Sciences (NIBS) released the newest edition of the United States National CAD Standard (NCS). read more.

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Ballot period on National CAD Standards open until Oct. 13

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The Ballot Comment Period to update the nation’s leading computer-aided design (CAD) standard is now open. The Steering Committee for the United States National CAD Standard (NCS) is accepting comments on ballots until Oct. Standards Codes and Standards'

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Innovative Approaches to Industrial Construction Project Management

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Incorporate the Latest Project Management Software Computer-animated design (CAD) technology revolutionized design when it was introduced decades ago. With the United States eyeing a net-zero economy by 2050, it is an issue industrial buildings simply cannot ignore. But it is not the only type of software to use in 2023.

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5 Helpful Resources for Designing & Building with Engineered Wood

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Information in this specification applies to untreated (except as noted) wood structural panels made in accordance with Voluntary Product Standard PS 1 or PS, promulgated by the United States Department of Commerce (DOC) and with APA manufacturing standards and specifications. Access the FTAO Calculator and webinar here.