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Why It’s Time for Contractors to Adopt Collaborative BIM

Viewpoint Construction Technology

Building Information Modeling (BIM) isn’t a new concept in construction. Despite its benefits, however, BIM adoption isn’t as widespread in construction as some might think, according to recent industry findings. The 2017 report found the industry hasn’t made much progress in this regard.

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New Construction Technology Worth Contractors’ Attention

Viewpoint Construction Technology

According to the JBKnowledge 2017 Construction Technology Report , 62.2 In 2017, 37.8 They’re helping designers who need to survey an area and visualize structures, since images from drones can help with the creation of building information models (BIM). The Future Available Now. 3D scanners. Smart tools.

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3D Printing in Construction: Growth, Benefits, and Challenges

Autodesk Construction Cloud

With 3D printers now capable of printing building walls and processing cement, the technology could help reshape construction as we know it. Some other popular additive technologies include selective laser sintering (SLS), fused deposition modeling (FDM) and direct metal deposition (DMD). Construction took just 17 days.

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30+ Construction Industry Statistics for EMEA

Autodesk Construction Cloud

It provides contextual information needed to move projects forward in the short term while offering a competitive advantage long-term. Fifteen percent of EU contractors indicate lower production due to a lack or delayed delivery of building materials. [ million in 2017 to 2.1 Oxford Economics ]. Autodesk ]. Chalmers ].