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Rebar Detailing to Fabrication at Autodesk University 2014

BIM & Beam

This year at Autodesk University we had a set of fantastic classes for the Structural Engineering and Fabrication industry. One of them was “Rebar Detailing to Fabrication Workflows Using Building Information Modeling” presented by Jeff Cochrane - Director, Software Design, Applied Systems Associates, Inc.

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Exploiting the virtues of metal fabric in rooftop design

Construction Specifier

Photos courtesy GKD Metal Fabrics. Metal fabric presents a flexible, elegant design option that is also extremely durable—which is an ideal combination for activating a rooftop environment. Metal fabric offers a wide range of design options in terms of weave pattern, dimension, color, and texture to create unique facade designs.

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5 Gift Ideas For Tradesmen

Construction Marketing

Shirts are an easy, straightforward present that can literally be paired with any bottoms. Thus, to make a tradesman’s work less frustrating, a magnetic wristband can be an excellent present for him. . Moreover, choose a design that’s made from a durable, breathable, and water-resistant fabric such as polyester. Totally a win!

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MEP & Structural Fabricators Forum – Call for Proposals

BIM & Beam

Held on Monday November 14 , the MEP & Structural Fabricators Forum will continue to help you Detail Better, Fabricate Better and Build Better. If you are interested in being selected to present during the conference, please consider submitting a proposal here. Classes that highlight design to fabrication to field workflows.

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MEP & Structural Fabricators Forum – Call for Proposals

BIM & Beam

We are happy to say that we’ll be back at Autodesk University this year with a preconference dedicated to the Autodesk Fabrication software and other software useful for mechanical contractors. Held on Monday 30 th November , the MEP & Structural Fabricators Forum will build and improve on our first event held last year.

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Does a BIM Requirement Stop You From Bidding?

Carol Hagen

Remember to incorporate the technology in your presentations and practice the pitch. Augmented Reality, Laser Scanning, Immersive Environments and Digital Fabrication all are an extension of BIM. BIM also Leads to other Technology.

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Curtain wall design-assist: Navigating the process for success

Construction Specifier

Curtain wall systems are ever present in today’s commercial construction marketplace. Technological advancements in curtain wall design tools, materials, prototyping, and fabrication techniques offer new avenues for achieving these lofty design and performance goals. Jackson, AIA Photo courtesy Simpson Gumpertz & Heger Inc.

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