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Substitute materials: Weighing pros and cons in exterior restoration

Construction Specifier

Must the material come from the original source, such as a particular quarry or shop, and does it need to be fabricated the same way? Or is it matching physical properties as per ASTM testing or other officially recognized standards? If materials must match the same type, it is critical to understand not all stone, wood, metal, etc.,

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5 Ways Leading Contractors Keep Their Clients Happy

Viewpoint Construction Technology

Along with software, leading contractors embrace technologies that speed efficiencies, such as pre-fabrication, drones and robotics. Contractors routinely invest in training employees on safety, skills and technology. Keep it Simple (and Visual). Impress with Positivity. Avoid Negative Incidents.

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What is Building Construction | Steps & Processes of Building Construction | Application of Building Construction | How to do Planning of Building Construction

CivilJungle

BIM technology can use several techniques to supply support, that is, construction simulation, information statistics, in order that the management of the multifarious processes reflected in the contents of the visual, which can strengthen the management of its control. Therefore, material control is the key link of the full project.

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Top 30 Construction Classes at Autodesk University 2021

Autodesk Construction Cloud

The Future of Visual Progress Tracking and Documentation in Construction. Not only will you learn about MEP coordination from the subcontractor’s perspective, you’ll also discover how to use Revit and Fabrication CADMEP to achieve a high level of detail in the coordination process. Fortunately, there’s a better way.

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2023 Construction Trends: 23+ Experts Share Insight

Autodesk Construction Cloud

The construction industry realizes that to drive more predictability, profitability, and safety into their processes, firms must continue to embrace digital technologies and innovation in 2023. This will help with remote visual project progress tracking. . Take a look at what they have to say. . New business models.

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2024 Construction Trends: 30+ Experts Share Insight

Autodesk Construction Cloud

There is a significant opportunity to do risk-based inspections with this technology moving forward by providing accurate measurements and data." And finally, increased use of VR and AR in transforming simulation, training, and on-site safety while allowing employees to learn new skills in a secure and engaging setting."

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BIM, Value Management, Life-cycle Cost Management

Building Information Management

Unfortunately, too much emphasis has been placed upon 3-D visualization and other technology components vs. the process of life-cycle management. The value management approach reduces the risk of project failure, lower cost, shorten projects schedules, improve quality, functions, performance and ensure high reliability and safety.