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FORMWORK AND GOOD FORMWORK PROPERTIES

The Constructor

When concrete is fresh and in its liquid state it must be restrained within a mould in order for it to set in its required shape. A smooth outer surface provides the main support for the concrete as it sets. Concrete is approximately 2.4 Formwork is the term used to describe this mould. This is normally made of plywood.

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COMMON STRUCTURAL FAILURE CAUSES

The Constructor

2) poor communication between the fabricators and erectors. (3) 8) inadequate preparation and review of contract and shop drawings. (9) 3) Bad workmanship, which is often the result of failure to communicate the design decisions to the persons, involved in executing them. (4) 9) poor training of field inspectors. (10)

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FIXING OF PRECAST CLADDING

The Constructor

These fixings generally take the form of concrete nibs or metal (usually stainless steel) angles. Restraint fixings are designed to hold panels back and transfer all horizontal forces (such as wind pressure or suction) to the structure.

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BIM for Reinforced Concrete – From Design to Detailing in One Model

BIM & Beam

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. Take, for example, a precast concrete wall. Segmentation is dictated by engineering, architectural, or fabrication requirements, and its reinforcement is determined by the structural engineer.

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GRAITEC BIM Connect available on Autodesk Exchange for Autodesk Revit

BIM & Beam

GRAITEC BIM Connect is available on Autodesk Exchange for Autodesk Revit.'

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Learn What’s New in Revit 2019 for Structural Engineers and Detailers

BIM & Beam

Having a more accurately defined design model in Revit also enables a better interoperability with Advance steel for steel detailing and fabrication. You can use a set of dedicated tools to create precise and detailed engineering drawings where steel connections are represented accurately. Standard and Custom Connections.

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SHOP DRAWING creates maximum benefits for construction companies

Construction Cost Estimating

The shop drawing is a drawing or collection of set of drawings, diagrams, illustrations, schedules, and other data or information specifically generated or assembled by the contractor, supplier, manufacturer, subcontractor, or fabricator to demonstrate some portion of the work for the approval of architect or engineer.