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BIM for Reinforced Concrete – From Design to Detailing in One Model

BIM & Beam

Before we dive in, let’s quickly review the four benefits of BIM for engineers: Combines the versatility of 2D documentation with the higher level of fidelity and accuracy of 3D modeling of steel reinforcement and concrete accessories, with minimal effort to produce both. Revit-model-driven structural-analysis.

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Trending: The Rise of Prefab and Modular Commercial Construction Techniques

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can have a positive impact on a construction project’s schedule and budget. Not all that long ago, when I was still a young laborer in the field, many items such as millwork, ductwork and mechanical components were still frequently fabricated on the job site. Back then, many “old timers” predicted prefabrication was the future.

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Revit 2014 New Categories in Schedules

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Earlier this month I mentioned that we can create schedules for grids and levels. Those two categories are just a few of the categories that a schedule can see now. In addition to new categories we can also include the parameters “Phase Created” and “Phase Demolished” in our schedules of model elements.

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Five Causes of Construction Rework and How to Avoid Them

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It typically means some portion of work has to be redone to fix a problem, often with adverse schedule and cost impacts. Planning and Scheduling Problems. Schedule issues can lead to numerous problems on projects, one of which is rework. Fabrication Issues. Rework is a word no one wants to hear on a construction project.

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Registration is now open for the Autodesk MEP & Structural Fabricators Forum

BIM & Beam

Do you spend your time detailing or fabricating structural steel or rebar? Are you interested in learning what Building Information Modeling means for your profession? Registration is now open for the second annual Autodesk MEP & Structural Fabricators Forum! There’s also a schedule of technical classes for any skill level.

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Innovative Approaches to Industrial Construction Project Management

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This has obviously led to large-scale improvements in the way structures are designed and building materials are fabricated. All stakeholders have access to the same files, documents, drawing, and models. It streamlines scheduling. But it has also changed the way in which project managers do their jobs.

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3 Ways to Take Construction Asset Tracking to the Next Level 

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spreadsheets) aren’t conducive to effective asset tracking because they lack features that enable real-time information sharing and integrations with other systems. And while project schedules are helpful, they’re often static and don’t contain the most updated project info. checklists, schedules, etc.),