Dedicated Geometric Design Software Makes Engineering Design Workflows More Efficient

April 26, 2019

This paper explores the question of how to most efficiently streamline engineering-CAD workflows within firms by assigning dedicated geometric design software to those doing engineering & to leave CAD exclusively to those doing drafting. This paper evaluates different industry standard software tools, associated software workflows, and the associated cost/benefit relationships.

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INTERNET OF THINGS IN CONSTRUCTION

whitePaper | February 27, 2022

The term Internet of Things has become increasingly popular over the last few years, although it has actually existed for a long time, i.e., going back many years. It is probably one of the most talked about technological developments in the construction industry at the moment. But how far away are we from actually using and benefiting from the Internet of Things in construction? How complex is it and what can you do with it? Or perhaps how do you get ready for it if the Internet of Things is to change the industry considerably in the coming years?

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HOW PREFABRICATION AND ASSEMBLY CAN DRAMATICALLY ACCELERATE PROJECTS IN THE FIRST PHASE OF CONSTRUCTION

whitePaper | August 8, 2022

ConXtech produces and erects a structural steel system whose patented moment frame collar and unique gravity connections facilitate steel erection 3-5x faster than traditional forms of steel erection. On a project greater than 100,000 square feet, this can mean weeks or months of schedule savings. This white paper will provide a basic understanding of the ConXtech system for architects and engineers, along with some guidelines on best project types and best practices for using the system on your projects

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Ready to Build Your Dream Home? Your Complete Guide to Construction Financing

whitePaper | July 2, 2022

A pre-approval will determine if you can realistically afford to make your dream come true based on your current assets and existing debt. (The last thing you want is to sell your current home or be in the middle of drawing up plans before learning that you don’t qualify for the loan.) A pre-approval also provides the opportunity to ask questions about the construction process: what’s involved, what you are responsible for and what to expect of the builder.

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The Engineering Leader’s Guide to PDM & Data Management

whitePaper | November 1, 2019

When people decide to pursue a career in mechanical engineering or industrial design, they’re thinking mostly about creating cool and innovative products - not spending endless hours managing their design files. So it’s not surprising that CAD tools get most of the glory when companies are evaluating software platforms for their product development teams. Data management solutions are usually treated as an afterthought.

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Evolving to be the world’s favourite procurement suite

whitePaper | June 6, 2022

Since they first arrived in 1993, NEC procurement contracts have had a transformative effect on the built environment and infrastructure industry in the UK and worldwide. They have proved that through collaboration, fair dealing and good management, even the most high-risk and complex projects can be delivered on time, within budget and without litigation.

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The Top 5 Most Over-Engineered Building Components

whitePaper | November 14, 2019

When specifying the mechanical and electrical equipment for a building, it is easy to assume that extra capacity is a good thing, but it actually can be just as counterproductive as having undersized installations. In the first place, extra capacity comes at a higher upfront cost, which makes the building owner assume unnecessary expenses. There are also many types of equipment that experience performance issues when over-engineered, which can range from low energy efficiency to a diminished service life.

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