11 09, 2023

Unveiling the Power of Building Information Modelling (BIM) in the Construction Industry

By |2023-08-24T14:58:15+01:00September 11th, 2023|BIM Services|Comments Off on Unveiling the Power of Building Information Modelling (BIM) in the Construction Industry

Innovation is pivotal in the ever-evolving construction landscape, shaping how projects are conceptualised, executed, and completed. Building Information Modelling (BIM) is a groundbreaking innovation that has transformed how we build. Let's delve into the world of BIM, its applications, stages, levels, and why The CAD Room stands as a beacon of excellence in BIM outsourcing. ...

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5 06, 2023

How do you ensure you are complying with BIM Level 2?

By |2023-06-05T12:54:24+01:00June 5th, 2023|BIM Services|Comments Off on How do you ensure you are complying with BIM Level 2?

Becoming BIM Level 2 compliant is the accepted minimum requirement of what criteria must be met to be deemed BIM compliant. Becoming BIM compliant will prove your BIM capabilities and commitment and help differentiate your company from the competition. The CAD Room can integrate with your company as an external department, fully managed to ...

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9 05, 2023

Why Outsourcing Your BIM Services is a Smart Business Move

By |2023-05-16T13:45:14+01:00May 9th, 2023|BIM Services|Comments Off on Why Outsourcing Your BIM Services is a Smart Business Move

The construction industry is rapidly evolving, and Building Information Modelling (BIM) plays an increasingly vital role in project planning and execution. However, managing in-house BIM services can be challenging and expensive, especially for small to medium-sized businesses. Outsourcing BIM services to a reliable partner can be a smart business move for companies looking to ...

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4 04, 2023

How can a Quantity Surveyor use BIM?

By |2023-04-04T14:25:26+01:00April 4th, 2023|BIM Services|Comments Off on How can a Quantity Surveyor use BIM?

According to the National Building Specification (NBS), Building Information Modelling (BIM) is "a process for creating and managing information on a construction project throughout its whole life cycle." BIM is vital for the construction industry as it gives a holistic view of every project. It enables the design, construction and engineering teams to collaborate and ...

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6 03, 2023

What is MEP coordination in BIM?

By |2023-04-04T14:27:52+01:00March 6th, 2023|BIM Services|Comments Off on What is MEP coordination in BIM?

MEP coordination is a critical step in the BIM process as it allows for the identification of potential issues before construction begins. MEP coordination is a multidisciplinary practice involving the three main fields of construction - architecture, structure and installation systems - working together. What are some of the significant MEP systems that are ...

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13 02, 2023

What is COBie & what is it used for?

By |2023-02-23T14:02:56+00:00February 13th, 2023|BIM Services|Comments Off on What is COBie & what is it used for?

Developed in the US under a grant by the White House Office of Science & Technology Policy and NASA (National Aeronautics & Space Administration), COBie is a modern data format used to streamline the handover process to the owners or operators of a building. What does COBie stand for? COBie stands for Construction Operations ...

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16 01, 2023

Six benefits of BIM for civil engineers

By |2023-02-23T14:06:11+00:00January 16th, 2023|BIM Services|Comments Off on Six benefits of BIM for civil engineers

The word building in building information modelling (BIM) can be misleading as some believe BIM only applies to vertical construction. However, this is not the case. More and more civil engineering firms now realise the benefits of using BIM processes and tools as part of their infrastructure projects to eliminate waste and improve efficiency. ...

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6 12, 2022

How does BIM benefit Architects and Surveyors?

By |2023-06-05T14:42:35+01:00December 6th, 2022|BIM Services|Comments Off on How does BIM benefit Architects and Surveyors?

The benefits of using BIM are starting to become more well-known to everyone in the construction trade - not least architects and surveyors. The technology associated with BIM technology is constantly improving and becoming even more accurate, which is increasing its use in the construction industry. Many architectural and surveying practices have even switched ...

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11 04, 2022

Everything you need to know about how BIM helps construction

By |2023-02-23T14:07:21+00:00April 11th, 2022|BIM Services|Comments Off on Everything you need to know about how BIM helps construction

The adoption of BIM in the Architecture, Engineering and Construction (AEC) industry is gaining momentum, thanks to more companies working on getting better bottom-line returns from streamlining workflows. The model-based approach of BIM means that all contractors involved in a project can access every step involved in one area. This is just one benefit ...

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11 03, 2022

BIM vs CAD: A complete guide

By |2023-02-23T14:07:28+00:00March 11th, 2022|BIM Services|Comments Off on BIM vs CAD: A complete guide

The construction industry is changing rapidly, with new technologies being introduced all the time. BIM is one such technology, but many people often use the phrase interchangeably with CAD. Although there is a relationship between CAD and BIM, they are not the same thing. To get the most out of BIM, it is essential ...

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