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The True Value of 3D Modeling for Home Builders

Pro Builder

The True Value of 3D Modeling for Home Builders. More than a marketing tool, 3D modeling can save time and money by providing greater accuracy. For an increasing number of them, this transition entails moving from two-dimensional (2D) drawings to three-dimensional (3D) digital modeling. The Path to 3D Modeling.

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How BIM Helps General Contractors Win More Business

Construction Business Owner

One technology in particular—building information modeling (BIM)—is leading the way. BIM is an intelligent, 3D model-based process that helps general contractors become more accurate and efficient. If a picture is worth 1,000 words, a 3D model is worth 1,000 pictures. Improving margins through more accurate estimates.

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7 Mistakes a Seasoned Estimator Knows Not to Make

Autodesk Construction Cloud

It’s important not to overlook the importance of comprehensive budgets and estimates when companies are working under immense pressure to get work done on time and for a profit. As an estimator, there are things you need to be picky about. Working solely or primarily out of spreadsheets leaves your estimates prone to error.

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Construction Estimating: 4 Winning Tips to Improve 

Autodesk Construction Cloud

In an era of rising costs and new technology, here’s how to bring more accuracy to construction estimating. . When it comes time to kick off a new construction job, an accurate estimate is the first step toward project success. What is a Construction Estimate? Usually, an accurate estimate is set before you place a bid.

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BIM Dimensions 101: 3D, 4D, 5D,6D, 7D, 8D, & Beyond

Autodesk Construction Cloud

We don't always throw around the word "revolutionary," but building information modeling (BIM) has truly been that over the last few decades. It's a cloud-based model that brings together structured, multidisciplinary data to develop an intelligent model that represents an asset throughout its lifecycle. What is 4D BIM?:

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Drones take site assessments to new heights

BD+C

discusses strategies for using visualization and reality capture. While photos and drawings can offer a small glimpse of an overall site, it can be challenging to visualize and understand how all elements relate to one another. Our presentation, “ Enhanced Visualization & Reality Capture from a Bird’s Eye View ” will be at 4 p.m.

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Augmented Reality Now: How 3D Visualization is Changing the Construction Industry

Carol Hagen

Precise 3D models. ? With the advent of all of these technologies put together into portable devices like the iPhone and iPad, not to mention Android based solutions like the Galaxy class phones and new Galaxy Tab, data now meets visualization in a way never imagined. Mobile devices with the following components: - Gyroscope.