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Definition of BIM – Building Information Modeling – Defintions from Various Sources

Building Information Management

Building Information Modelling (BIM) is digital representation of physical and functional characteristics of a facility creating a shared knowledge resource for information about it forming a reliable basis for decisions during its life cycle, from earliest conception to demolition.”

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Revit OpEd: BIM Coordinator for Civil 3D and Revit

Revit OpEd

BIM Coordinator for Civil 3D and Revit. You can read more information HERE. Running the tool in Civil 3D is based on selecting two points on a reference building footprint file (dont forget paying attention to elevation) and saving the information to a separate file. Builds and Updates. Blog Listing - BIM and Misc.

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Revit OpEd: Kitchen Equipment - RW Smith BIM Booklet

Revit OpEd

Kitchen Equipment - RW Smith BIM Booklet. The company recently finished up their BIM Services booklet hosted by Issuu. I can see why, polished presentation as well as high quality modeling work. Labels: BIM , content , Contractor , Plugs , Vendor. Builds and Updates. Blog Listing - BIM and Misc. Revit OpEd.

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Trends in Construction: 3 Ways Technology is Changing Commercial Construction

HardHatChat

Here are just a few ways technology plays a critical role at Englewood Construction in how we not only manage the construction process, but also provide the best possible service for our clients: 1) Efficiency: In the old days, pre-2006, clients sent a physical set of plans when they wanted us to bid a construction job.

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BIM Strategy for the Built Environment

Building Information Management

Key Considerations for a Successful BIM Strategy. Phasing – Impossible to Implement BIM all a once. as individual drawings, could all be produced directly from the model as a “view” of the required information.” – RICS. Organizational Resources. Economic Fit. Generate and Assess Alternatives – Corrections.

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Ibens cuts Review Turnaround Times by 75% and Fuels Highest Quality Outcomes

Autodesk Construction Cloud

Belgian construction company Ibens uses prefabrication and extensive BIM modelling to deliver the highest quality project outcomes. Using Autodesk Construction Cloud’s BIM 360 solution has significantly streamlined the company’s collaboration with clients and partners, reducing review times from four weeks to one.

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Revit OpEd: RTCUSA - Cannon Contest - I Heart BIM

Revit OpEd

RTCUSA - Cannon Contest - I Heart BIM. The entries have to submit 100 words about why they love BIM. I Love BIM" awwww. Its a heart modeled in Revit. Builds and Updates. Blog Listing - BIM and Misc. Site Information. Copyright Information. Friday, March 30, 2012. Okay, have to post an echo.