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UK Construction Blog
JULY 15, 2025
When most builders think construction, they think of starting with a foundation and working up. This comprehensive design process separates timber frame construction from conventional building methods and determines the success of the entire project.
UK Construction Blog
JULY 3, 2025
Four core strategies drive sustainability improvements: selecting renewable and recycled materials, implementing energy-efficient systems and renewable energy, adopting circular construction practices to reduce waste by up to 30%, and implementing water conservation methods. What Is Sustainable Construction?
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How to Streamline Payment Applications & Lien Waivers Through Innovative Construction Technology
CCR Magazine
DECEMBER 7, 2024
Nexans, a leading designer and manufacturer of cable systems and services, has announced a strategic partnership with BIMobject, one of the foremost global platforms for the construction industry. In 2023, Nexans generated 6.5 billion euros in standard sales.
UK Construction Blog
JULY 18, 2025
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.
UK Construction Blog
JUNE 24, 2025
New technologies like AI, BIM, and IoT are helping manage projects better by saving time, cutting costs, and reducing risks. Sustainability is also a big focus; new rules in the EU require all new buildings to be zero-emission by 2030. While green buildings cost more to build, they can cut long-term operating costs by up to 40%.
Procore
JUNE 18, 2025
Introducing Procore Helix, an intelligence layer that powers smarter, more connected ways to build Author: Brian Payne, VP of Product Marketing Construction is changing. At this year's Innovation Summit, we discussed not just the evolution of technology but the dawn of a new era in how we build.
UK Construction Blog
JULY 15, 2025
Data reveals that 50-80% of construction site problems stem from missing or delayed information, creating cascading effects across entire project timelines. Paper-based documentation systems create bottlenecks, whilst Excel spreadsheets fail to provide real-time updates across multiple teams.
UK Construction Blog
APRIL 16, 2025
Tools like Building Information Modeling (BIM) and project management software offer real-time collaboration across stakeholders, reducing the margin for error and streamlining workflow. Sustainable Building Practices Sustainability is no longer a luxury but a fundamental aspect of responsible construction.
CCR Magazine
NOVEMBER 27, 2024
NASDAQ: ADSK), a global leader in building information modeling (BIM) technology for the architecture, engineering, construction (AEC) and operations industry, announced a strategic collaboration aimed at optimizing commercial building design for sustainability. </p>
For Construction Pros
JULY 18, 2025
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.
Civil + Structural Engineer
SEPTEMBER 9, 2024
It’s not enough to simply have a digital twin—the real value lies in how we use the information they provide. We’re moving beyond static models to create dynamic tools that drive smart decision-making and boost operational efficiency. So, let’s dive deeper into how these technologies are shaping our industry.
Civil + Structural Engineer
AUGUST 15, 2023
This packed symposium will explore design concepts, tools, and approaches for fire-safe buildings, and highlight the role of fire safety in sustainable design and education. The event will also present insight into external living walls, battery/energy storage systems, façade systems, photovoltaics, mass timber, and more.
Roads Online
OCTOBER 2, 2024
Material supplied by Coates Coates introduces 3D digital model ling solutions to enhance the efficiency of temporary works. For more than two decades, Building Information Modelling (BIM) has been key to reducing the complexity of these projects, integrating data from a variety of sources to create 3D virtual building models.
The Pro Builder
APRIL 22, 2023
Off-site or industrialized construction methods potentially offer multiple advantages beyond a quieter jobsite and provide a path to build single-family homes much faster with a good framing crew. The bulk of the cost savings from Agorus’ method come from fewer days to build and the cost of labor required.
Civil + Structural Engineer
MAY 1, 2023
The benefits of offsite construction, which comprises the manufacturing, planning, design, fabrication, and assembly of building elements offsite are expansive. The panel of experts below, representing the construction, engineering, and building systems industries, explore and explain the many benefits of this alternative construction method.
BIM & Beam
AUGUST 1, 2018
This is the third blog post in a series that discusses the advantages of working on concrete projects in a BIM process for structural engineers. Its length and height are dictated by its place in the building. Revit-model-driven structural-analysis. Let’s assume a conceptual model is received from the architect.
Building Information Management
JUNE 5, 2014
What is BIM? A multi-dimensional tool, Building Information Modelling (BIM) involves generating a visual model of the building which also manages data about it, at the design stage, throughout the construction phase and during its working life. NBS National BIM Report 2013. Introduction.
Autodesk Construction Cloud
SEPTEMBER 19, 2023
The truth is that more technology solutions can fragment work in different applications and systems. For example, using various tech solutions that don't "talk" to each other often wastes time because teams need to switch between apps when performing tasks or looking for information. As the statistician and management consultant W.
Building Information Management
MARCH 20, 2013
Collaboration in the building industry requires the integration of complex inter-related workflows whereby multitude of stakeholders are incorporated into a common pool of information, decision-support, and activities over an extensive period of time. current focus upon 3D modeling.
Autodesk Construction Cloud
MAY 11, 2022
This proposition has driven our BIM adoption and implementation journey for the past two decades. Our journey has shown us the importance of data and information management and how a model-centric way of working can improve how we design, construct, and manage a built asset. This data includes: BIM and 3D models.
Extranet Evolution
MAY 10, 2023
Since the publication of the BIM Interoperability Expert Group’s report in March 2020, the GIIG has developed various practical initiatives. These aim to achieve greater sharing of better data as a foundation to help industry clients deliver better whole-life outcomes. Key to this is the Information Management Platform (IMP).
Autodesk Construction Cloud
NOVEMBER 1, 2022
Danielle O’Connell, Skanska USA Building Inc. Chris Walker, The PENTA Building Group. As Mechanical Engineer & Project Manager, Jason oversees the implementation of digital platforms in a multi-building and multi-phase project. Maggie Farrell, S. Wilson & Co. Aubrey Ginn, Shapiro & Duncan, Inc. Mohammad S.
Autodesk Construction Cloud
DECEMBER 5, 2023
Nominated by their peers for their exceptional achievements, these under-40 individuals aren't just building structures—they're constructing the future. Manuel Klingenfuss Team Leader, Amstein + Walthert Bern AG Bern, Switzerland With Manuel's help, Amstein+Walthert has significantly advanced its approach to BIM.
Building Information Management
FEBRUARY 23, 2015
Discrepancies in construction delivery methods and contracts lead to the failure of BIM, or many/most facility renovation, repair projects. The business strategy leading to the integration of previously disparate competencies, business processes, technologies, and teams is the primary goal of a BIM execution plan.
Roads Online
MAY 22, 2024
Using our experts in the business, once design commences, we model it in the BIM environment. While our teams are modelling we are simultaneously reviewing those models with the project engineers. This is achieved by using a virtual twin BIM model. It’s here that users can achieve a greater understanding.
Building Information Management
DECEMBER 2, 2012
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.
Granger Construction
MAY 14, 2024
Services and hearings will begin in late July in the 56,000-square-foot building, which offers three new courtrooms and three hearing rooms along with offices to support Juvenile Court Services, Friend of the Court, the Legal Self-Help Center and the County Clerk Circuit Court Records.
Building Information Management
JUNE 8, 2015
BIM (Building Information Modeling), cloud computing, and social media are disruptive technologies which are altering the basic foundations of the AECOO sector (Architecture, Engineering, Construction, Owners, and Operations). CONVERGENCE – PROCESS, CLOUD COMPUTING/SOCIAL MEDIA, & BIM. Operations).
Job Order Contracting
FEBRUARY 10, 2021
Early and ongoing collaboration between contractors, designers and owners…procurement, facilities management, building users… drives consistent attainment of on-time, on-budget, and satisfactory outcomes for all… But… it requires a change in CULTURE, and the adoption of LEAN SYSTEMS AND PROCESSES.
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Autodesk Construction Cloud
NOVEMBER 7, 2022
Now that we’ve laid the foundation for the four P’s of construction improvement (performance, predictability, planet, and people), let’s add some framework around performance. As with any relationship, the foundation of effective collaboration is trust. Building longer-term supplier and subcontractor relationships. The solution?
Building Information Management
APRIL 11, 2013
While at first perhaps a bit intimidating… illustrating the life-cycle management within a BIM context is relatively straightforward. An operating model provides a high level view of how processes, people and systems interact to support the built environment in concert with organizational needs. 800×600.
Building Information Management
JULY 20, 2012
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. Laying the foundations. The National BIM Library includes objects with sophisticated and consistent graphical and parametric control.
BDC Network
JUNE 16, 2023
Can a VR-enabled AEC Firm transform building projects? Sydney Unnerstall Contractors Designers Designers / Specifiers / Landscape Architects Engineers Facility Managers Architects Building Owners AEC Tech Augmented Reality Virtual Reality Take a moment to picture yourself entering your new building for the first time.
Autodesk Construction Cloud
NOVEMBER 13, 2023
Whether it’s the proliferation of BIM, the shift to digital plans and documents over paper, or the rise of mobility and cloud collaboration, transformation has been part of the industry’s DNA over the last few decades. With Construction IQ, daily project management becomes an informed and streamlined experience.
Building Information Management
OCTOBER 29, 2013
BIM, the life-cycle management of the built environment supported by digital technology is all about the integration of PEOPLE and PROCESSES and INFORMATION. The following are MANDATORY on any BIM implementation checklist. Examples of domain specific technologies/processes: CPMS – Capital Planning and Management Systems.
Autodesk Construction Cloud
AUGUST 30, 2022
Right now, Australia’s backbone—the roads, rail and energy networks that are at the very foundation of society—are responsible for or linked to nearly 70 per cent of the country’s emissions. Keeping a cap on transport emissions means developing a system that delivers what communities need both now and in the long future.
Building Information Management
DECEMBER 2, 2012
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.
Autodesk Construction Cloud
JANUARY 31, 2022
The resilience required to tackle the challenges of 2021 has become a solid foundation for building in 2022. Economic & global People & culture Data & technology Sustainability Business model Vote. Business Model. So how do we turn lessons learned into something that makes us smarter, more strategic builders?
Seven Multi-Site Solutions
SEPTEMBER 5, 2023
The success of any project heavily relies on accurate surveying, which forms the foundation for precise measurements, proper planning and seamless execution. Global Navigation Satellite Systems (GNSS): Traditional surveying methods often relied on manual measurements using total stations and theodolites.
Autodesk Construction Cloud
OCTOBER 11, 2021
You need software systems that not only allow, but in fact promote the smooth flow of data and documents to the systems you use. Each one of these partners recognizes that linking data with Autodesk solutions helps customers build better. Shouldn’t software collaborate and communicate the same way you do? .
Job Order Contracting
SEPTEMBER 6, 2016
The Level of Development (LOD) Specification is supposed to provide clarity and reliability with respect t0 Building Information Models (BIM/BIMs). LOD is intended to define characteristics for building systems relative to BIM elements. There is little use for.
CivilJungle
FEBRUARY 17, 2021
Software Required for 3d Modeling of Structure/Architecture. SketchUp, hitherto Google Sketchup, is a 3D modeling program for a good range of drawing applications like architectural, interior design, architecture, civil and mechanical engineering, film, and computer game design. #1c. Software Required for Drafting or Drawing.
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iField Smart
APRIL 20, 2023
Structural and service engineers need to coordinate with the project Architect to make sure every building element fits within the available space. The documents or drawings being produced need to be spatially coordinated and information-rich for contractors to execute their operations including prefabrication and construction.
iField Smart
MARCH 27, 2024
Every detail, from the foundation to the finishing touches, relies on clear and consistent information. Traditionally, this information resided on blueprints – large, paper documents prone to errors and logistical nightmares. No more searching for information across disparate systems. Every project dollar counts!
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