Getting the information right is the first step to taking the destiny of your formwork into your own hands. Originally published on Tekla.com. A significant number of companies still use 2D drawings for planning their buildings. But one of the challenges with this approach is that the formwork planning is disconnected from other construction-planning tasks. …
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Construction is a fragmented process involving many players with different views and requirements. Building Information Modeling (BIM) is essential in bringing everyone together. Originally published on Tekla.com. Each construction company and supplier has a specific task in a project, and some play a more significant role than others. There’s also a lot of variety in …
Originally published on Tekla.com. Construction companies are in a constant battle to deliver high-quality construction solutions faster than their competitors. This has motivated organizations to adopt automation as a way to speed up their processes and achieve business goals more efficiently. Yet despite the clear advantages of automation, many construction companies are still resisting applying …
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Originally published on Tekla.com. Concrete contractors often need more information than traditional drawings can provide. Information gaps slow down projects and can even damage business, which is why many constructors are turning to 3D modeling. Don’t be fooled: 2D drawings are not enough Many software companies insist that 2D drawing is adequate for constructing a …
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From the Tekla Website: 3D modeling not only helps contractors to visualize shapes, components, and spatial needs, it also centralizes critical information and automates essential processes. In a construction project, 3D modeling is used to simulate designs, estimate costs, and identify any potential flaws. This means architects, engineers, and concrete contractors need not spend time …
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Coordinating construction-industry projects can be tough. Effectively sharing valuable information makes things a lot easier. As a project manager in the construction industry, it can be hard to know who is working on what. Coordinating between your team, your subcontractors, your suppliers and the various people on site can be very challenging. This can see …
