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Lifehacks to Manage with BIM Large Projects on a Technical Level

Construction Daily News

This is especially relevant for high-rise buildings , industrial facilities , and large-scale areas where many engineers work simultaneously. Clear Scope for Each Participant Usually, when a project has one Senior BIM Engineer, he or she defines the part of the model to be done by the BIM Engineer and Junior BIM Engineer.

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The Hidden Costs of Poor Building Regulation Compliance: Why Professional Drawings Matter More Than Ever

UK Construction Blog

The post The Hidden Costs of Poor Building Regulation Compliance: Why Professional Drawings Matter More Than Ever appeared first on UK Construction Blog. Material costs are soaring, skilled labor is scarce, and regulatory scrutiny has intensified following high-profile building safety failures.

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Timber Framing Design: Complete Guide to Traditional Structural Planning

UK Construction Blog

This comprehensive design process separates timber frame construction from conventional building methods and determines the success of the entire project. Timber framing design is the architectural and structural planning process for creating buildings using heavy timber construction with traditional joinery methods.

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Light Steel Frame Systems: A Modern Solution for Sustainable Construction

UK Construction Blog

The post Light Steel Frame Systems: A Modern Solution for Sustainable Construction appeared first on UK Construction Blog. What Are Light Steel Frame Systems? Light steel frame systems are innovative construction methods that utilize thin sheets of steel, known as cold-formed steel, for building structures.

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As-Built Documentation: The Cornerstone of Accurate Construction Records

iField Smart

It provides an accurate and in-depth record of the final build. As-Built drawings are visual deliverables that help understand a physical snapshot of a building project. For example, renovating a building without learning where the wires and pipes are positioned can lead to chaos. What are As-Built Drawings?

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Slow & Steady: State of the Concrete Industry

For Construction Pros

Concrete contractors have also been struggling with the pervasive challenge of data fragmentation and inconsistent information flow directly impacting field productivity and increasing costly reworks. This involves leveraging BIM (Building Information Modeling) for detailed concrete designs, connecting those models directly to the field.

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Miami Supertall Tower Cleared for Take-Off

ENR Construction

million sq ft of office space, a 212-room hotel, ballroom and event space and other features, all topped by an illuminated crown and top-floor landscaped amenity deck. million sq ft of office space, a 212-room hotel, ballroom and event space and other features, all topped by an illuminated crown and top-floor landscaped amenity deck.