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BIM Objects, Data, and Information – More than a 3D Pretty Picture – Soooo Much More!

Building Information Management

BIM objects are much more than just graphical representations. Using them as placeholder to connect to a wider source of information provides for a powerful and rich source of information. . All BIM objects have properties, and most also have geometries (although some do not, for example a paint finish).

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Revit OpEd: BIM Coordinator for Civil 3D and Revit

Revit OpEd

Thursday, May 10, 2012. BIM Coordinator for Civil 3D and Revit. You can read more information HERE. It allows a Civil 3D user to define the shared coordinate system to be passed on to a Revit project. Note that it uses a file formatted as ACCSXML (Autodesk Consulting Coordinate System eXtensible Markup Language).

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BIM Generic Content – UK

Building Information Management

National BIM Library generic content release 2. BIM objects are as much about the embedded data and information as they are about the spaces and dimensions that they represent graphically. The National BIM Library includes objects with sophisticated and consistent graphical and parametric control. (Source: [link].

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BIM and Cloud Computing – Get Beyond 3D Visualization and Focus Upon the “I”

Building Information Management

BIM and the Cloud – SAME 2012 – 4Clicks Solutions LLC – PDF. BIM - CLOUD COMPUTING. . BIM (Building Information Technology) and THE CLOUD (Cloud Computing) are disruptive technologies converging to significantly alter traditional construction and facility management practices.

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BIM in Chains – Sustainability and Life-cycle Management of the Built Environment Stalled?

Building Information Management

BIM (Building Information Modeling) is the life-cycle management of the built environment supported by digital technology. I am “mad as hell” at how 3D visualization vendors have marketed BIM. Collaboration and longer term relationships are primary components of JOC an will be required of BIM.

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Revit OpEd: Kitchen Equipment - RW Smith BIM Booklet

Revit OpEd

Wednesday, April 04, 2012. 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. Revit OpEd.

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Critical Issues and BIM – NIBS buildingSMART alliance conference – January 7-11, 2013

Building Information Management

Efficient construction delivery methods (IPD – integrated project delivery, JOC – job order contracting), cloud computing, and BIM are all integral components. Symposium Title: Integrating BIM: Moving the Industry Forward. Thursday: Information Exchanges. Thursday: Information Exchanges.