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Construction in the Metaverse – Is the Future Closer Than We Think?: Overhead in the Big Room

Autodesk Construction Cloud

Imagine inspecting a 50-story building, inside and out. Virtual visualization . “VR Maybe the metaverse can make it more interactive, enabling people to operate a door or open up a ceiling access hatch and see what’s planned for the overhead space. Overhead in the Big Room appeared first on Digital Builder.

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Door Closer Hinges: A New Approach

Construction Specifier

Innovative engineering has made closer hinges more compact and functional; the new generation of products provides unique combinations of features and benefits to address door closing challenges that are not satisfactorily met by overhead surface-mounted door closers. Performance. The closer hinges have built-in door stops. Aesthetics.

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The Use of Technology in Construction: Enhancing Efficiency and Safety

Building Radar

Drones for Site Surveys Drones are revolutionizing site surveys and inspections by providing high-resolution aerial imagery and real-time data. The use of drones reduces the need for manual inspections, which can be time-consuming and risky. This helps in identifying potential issues and making design adjustments early in the process.

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10 Essential Types of Construction Documents

Autodesk Construction Cloud

These visual documents represent the final design and give something for the customer and contractor to review and agree on before work begins. . Overhead costs. Inspection fees. 5: Drawings. Construction documents often include architectural drawings. 6: Specifications. First, hard costs have to be added. Estimates for labor.

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How to Specify Engineered Wood Products

BD+C

APA members commit to a rigorous program of quality inspection and testing. Outdoor Applications: If glulam members are covered by a roof or other overhead weather barrier and the sides and ends are not subject to direct wetting from precipitation, the application is not considered as exposed. Grading – Visual (V) or Mechanical (E) 4.

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A journey through masonry reclad litigation

BD+C

In January 2017, the owner engaged Walter P Moore to perform an immediate initial visual assessment of the building’s stone façade. This timing comes into play with investigation, inspection, and claim notices, and for getting claims on file—both in court and in arbitration. This ensures that the report remains legally sound.

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Tuning in on sound: Reducing noise in the workplace

Construction Specifier

This service includes advising on building orientation, design layout, building materials selection, as well as addressing noise-specific concerns of room dimensions, overhead lighting, ductwork, mechanical systems, and windows.

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