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Procore Unveils Industry-Leading Drawing Management Solution
ProCore
MAY 20, 2015
construction drawing management construction drawings procore cloud based project management softwareCARPINTERIA, Calif – May 20, 2015 –Procore Technologies, Inc.,
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Understanding the lines Used in Architectural Drawings
The Constructor
JUNE 30, 2017
The structure that is planned to be built is described by using lines, symbols and notes in architectural drawings. Read More at Understanding the. How To Guide
Procure launches free mobile drawing management app
Extranet Evolution
JUNE 27, 2014
California, US-based SaaS construction application provider Procore Technologies has launched a free iOS and Android mobile drawing management application. CurrentSet by Procore helps ensure project teams work off the latest drawings, not outdated versions.
Inside the Risks of Construction Drawings: The Case of the Hourglass
ProCore
MARCH 9, 2016
Of all construction documents, construction drawings hold the most promise of communicating design intent, but also the greatest chance of missing that opportunity. construction management software construction drawings construction RFI
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The Illusory Role of “Approved” Shop Drawings
Green Building Insider
JUNE 1, 2017
A scene that plays out thousands of times a year, and sucks countless millions of dollars of damages and attorneys’ fees out of the pockets of owners, contractors, and subcontractors, goes something like this. Halfway through construction of a large apartment building, inspectors notice some minor racking of the frame in the face of unusually high wind. The project is suspended for additional inspection, and it turns out that some of the structural members are slightly undersized.
7 hip high-rise developments on the drawing board
BD+C
APRIL 19, 2013
In each issue of Building Design+Construction , we feature the latest new construction and renovation projects in our On the Drawing Board section.
Infrastructure Investment Plans Draw Construction's Attention
ENR Construction
AUGUST 10, 2016
As the presidential candidates step up their campaigns, they are talking up ambitious proposals to boost funding for transportation and other infrastructure
Museum of Mayan Culture draws inspiration from temple design [slideshow]
BD+C
AUGUST 14, 2014
Drawing inspiration from traditional temple architecture, a monolithic box will be perched atop blocks of stone, accompanied by staggered stone screens and overscaled loggias.
Step by Step Video Tutorial How to Create Shop Drawings and Rebar Schedules in Autodesk Revit 2015.
BIM & Beam
AUGUST 1, 2014
This video provides insight into how to use the Revit tools in the best way for creating complete shop drawings and final rebar schedules. Take a look at the partitioning, the numbering, the bar presentation, the multi-rebar annotation tools and more in action
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Enhanced Shop Drawings in Autodesk Revit 2015
BIM & Beam
APRIL 22, 2014
In this video you can see these new features which enhance shop drawings for reinforced concrete structures. These features give you more accurate and more readable shop drawings
The Value of Construction Software
ProCore
OCTOBER 24, 2014
Job site trailers are filled to capacity with paperwork, the thumb drive with the latest drawing set can be easily lost, and teams are days behind schedule because they’re still trying to get sign-off on a key submittal or a response to an RFI.
Check Out Part 1 of Our Newest Project Management Guide
ProCore
OCTOBER 29, 2014
risk management project management drawing management From assessing risk to organizing documentation and ensuring that projects stay on schedule, project managers have a vast amount of responsibility and are crucial to the overall success of a project.
Who's afraid of the Big Bad BIM?: Is Drawing Dead?
Who's Afraid of the Big Bad BIM?
FEBRUARY 4, 2012
Is Drawing Dead? Is drawing dead? Of course not, drawing is a fundamental method of Human communication. There are tons of manuscripts that talk about the psychology of drawing. No, drawing is NOT dead. Is Drawing Dead? Is Drawing Dead?
Design culture in Dubai draws increased international attention
BD+C
SEPTEMBER 29, 2016
For many years, the UAE has set the global bar for iconic architecture—pushing the boundaries of aesthetics, technology, and delivery. With the articulation of the UAE Vision 2021 by H.H. Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Ruler of Dubai, that bar of excellence has been set even higher, ensuring that future design and development within the UAE be advanced through a framework of sustainability. And not only environmental sustainability, but also economic and cultural sustainability
The design of the Shanghai Planetarium draws inspiration from astronomical principles
BD+C
DECEMBER 15, 2016
The 420,000-gsf structure draws its inspiration from astronomical principles and is meant to present visitors with the experience of orbital motion. The design of the new Shanghai Planetarium is meant to celebrate the history of Chinese astronomy while also presenting the future ambitions of China’s space exploration program, according to the buildings architect, Ennead Architects.
Grassroots Coalition Seeks to Improve Digital Collaboration Starting with PDF Drawings
ENR Construction
MARCH 16, 2017
By capturing and sharing best practices of design, build, inspect, and operate professionals looking to optimize digital handoffs, we hope to transform digital practices—as opposed to disrupt them
The Cost of Rework and How to Prevent It
ProCore
FEBRUARY 16, 2016
construction drawing management construction rework construction spec management
Construction Industry Looking to Draw in Recent Grads
Construction Equipment
MARCH 25, 2016
. Construction is booming in Florida and local contractors are looking towards an untapped resource to fill the building labor shortage. In southwest Florida, BCB Homes is working with Collier County's Career & Technical Education Programs to expose recent high school grads to jobs and careers.
TYPES OF DRAWINGS BY STRUCTURAL ENGINEERS
The Constructor
APRIL 10, 2014
Types of Drawings prepared by Structural Engineers There are four different types of drawing: 1) Structural Drawings 2) Reinforcement Drawings 3). Detailing Guide How To Guide
Should Designers Be Liable to Contractors for Drawing Errors?
Green Building Insider
JULY 23, 2014
By Bruce Jervis It has long been controversial: Should design professionals be directly liable to construction contractors for deficiencies in the drawings and specifications? Contractors cannot recover in negligence from design professionals for economic losses caused by errors in the drawings and specifications. Featured in this Week’s Construction Claims Advisor:Contractor Can’t Sue Designer for Drawing ErrorsSettlement Agreement Should Not Have Been Disclosed
EPA-Corps Water Regulation Draws Praise, Criticism
ENR Construction
MAY 27, 2015
Opponents expected to continue to push to block it in Congress and in courts. Policy
A Case Study With McCownGordon
ProCore
MAY 19, 2015
construction drawing management procore case study construction project management softwareFounded in 1999, McCownGordon provides construction management services throughout the Midwest and is considered one of the highest technology construction companies in the region.
Injunction Halting Federal Overtime Rule Draws Praise, Criticism
ENR Construction
NOVEMBER 29, 2016
The decision is third injunction issued by a Texas court on a range of Labor Dept. regulations
The Benefit of Design/Build Phase I Drawings
Wolgast Corporation Blog
OCTOBER 6, 2014
Early on, when we’re discussing the benefits of Design/Build with those who are skeptical, they have a difficult time accepting that they need to pay the nominal fee for the preliminary drawings (Phase I Design) so we can estimate the construction budget.
Ritchie Bros. Annual Orlando Auction Draws Buyers Betting on Growth
ENR Construction
MARCH 1, 2017
The annual parade of heavy iron past the viewing stands at the Ritchie Bros. auction in Orlando, Fla., is often taken as a bellwether for the health of the equipment industry
Turn Revit drawings into hand sketches
What Revit Wants
OCTOBER 11, 2012
Sometimes, you may want to make your Revit drawings look more like hand sketches - either to make your design look somewhat less concrete than it may already be, or simply for presentation purposes. In any case, I wanted an easier way to make my Revit drawings look sketchy. But we also want to make it easy to update the drawings if necessary. Some links that you may find helpful: Turn Revit into a hand sketch drawing. How to Render AutoCAD drawings for Presentations
Some useful tips to read civil engineering drawings efficiently
Construction Cost Estimating
JULY 24, 2017
This construction video tutorial sifts through the process for evaluating engineering drawing easily. In this video, some crucial topics like grid lines in civil engineering, problems found in the drawing, are explained briefly. In the video, a sample drawing is considered.
Drawing Transportation Planning Inferences From Big Data
ENR Construction
SEPTEMBER 17, 2014
A survey by a big data analytics company specializing in transportation planning underscores age bias and sluggish adoption of technology. Technology
HP SaaS drawing storage set to expand (and integrate?)
Extranet Evolution
SEPTEMBER 24, 2012
Reprographic hardware corporation HP launched its SaaS-based cloud storage service, ePrint & Share nearly two years ago ( post ), and has continued to market itself to UK users ever since (I wrote about its Android app launch in May 2012 ).
Department store concept by OMA's Koolhaas, Alsaka draws inspiration from open-air Arab marketplaces
BD+C
FEBRUARY 13, 2013
The Exhibition Hall , a retail concept planned in the 360° Mall in Kuwait City, will meld cultural and commerce spaces in a series of galleries reminiscent of the long passages of the souq—traditional, open-air marketplaces found in Arab cities. Image Gallery: read more. Architects Retail Centers
Construction Collaboration: PDF Secrets Part 3 – Large Format Drawings and Markups
Carol Hagen
JULY 28, 2011
Collaboration on large format construction drawings often has the expectation that all the team players have the same tools. Architects and engineers spend countless hours in AutoCad then share their drawings with the General Contractor.
Overlay Drawing PDFs Directly onto the 3D Model in Revizto
What Revit Wants
JULY 24, 2016
Now, we can directly view the drawing sheet (which is typically the contract document), in context with the live federated 3D model. The new sheet overlay feature in Revizto is one of the coolest things I've seen this year.
How to study column footing drawing for a structure
Construction Cost Estimating
JUNE 6, 2017
This construction video offers detailed guidelines on how to check column footing drawing. AutoCAD Drawing Building Structure Design Concrete Column Design Design CAD Drawing Steel Structure Drawing structure Videos
Toledo Drinking Water Crisis Draws Attention to National Issue
ENR Construction
AUGUST 13, 2014
Water crisis in Toledo puts spotlight on a national problem. Infrastructure
Turn your pen-and-paper sketches into digital drawings in seconds with this nifty gadget [video]
BD+C
MAY 29, 2014
It isn''t exactly news that technology now allows us to draw and write digitally, but that usually involves the use of a tablet PC and a stylus. Soon, there will be a new option for people who enjoy the physicality of pen and paper.
Revit Conferences Draw Near
Revit OpEd
MAY 18, 2011
Are you attending one, the other, or both conferences this year? Planning to attend but haven't registered yet? Time is "running out"! RTCAUS 2011 is one week away in Goldcoast, Australia. So little time left to register that you'll have to register on-site if you don't do it quick. RTCUSA 2011 is just one month away. Come to Huntington Beach California to spend three days with other Revit users, getting your fill of information and meeting and greeting!
2014 predictions for skyscraper construction: More twisting towers, mega-tall projects, and 'superslim' designs
BD+C
JANUARY 28, 2014
Each year, high-rise building experts from the Council on Tall Buildings and Urban Habitat (CTBUH) release their predictions for the worldwide skyscraper industry. They also recap the top tall-building news from the previous year (see "2013: The year of the super-tall skyscraper" ).
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