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Construction Blockchain Consortium (CBC) leads blockchain technology transformation in the built...
Blockchain technology has the potential to be a transformative force in the construction industry. Here, Dr Eleni Papadonikolaki and Dr Abel Maciel discuss how...
Drones in the construction industry: Ready for take-off
The growing adoption of BIM and demand for digital data are fuelling the take-up of drones in the construction industry. Ian Tansey of ProDroneWorx discusses this growing technology and its potential to transform the sector
How to make the most of sketchup
Whether you’re a seasoned pro in the world of CAD or are getting to grips with your very first project, SketchUp offers a simple way to construct and visualise an architectural design concept that can be shared with clients and customers alike
DataBook: Hosting BIM product information to improve quality and productivity
Standardisation has helped to boost productivity across multiple industries. DataBook, a new service from BRE, aims to bring these benefits to BIM product information. Paul Oakley, director of BIM at the BRE Group, explains how
New laser scanning software release enables modeling of Revit® structural elements
FARO releases PointSense 18.5 scanning software offering extended BIM modeling tools in Revit®, greater quality assurance and time saving in scan data extraction and...
Government commits £5.4m to support the built environment
The government has dedicated £5.4m to fund a centre of excellence in Cambridge to support the digital evolution in the built environment
New £50m national innovation centre receives approval
Permission has been granted to build a major new development in the heart of Newcastle which will connect university academic talent with industry and the public sector to help develop the skills needed to solve real world problems
BIM and GIS: What the Information is going on?
BIM and GIS are often thought of as separate tools for separate professions and never the twain shall meet. Mike Shilton, Product Director at Keysoft Solutions and Chair of the Landscape Institute Digital Practice Group, looks at how the two can work together
Internet of Pings: How connected construction can manage better than ever
Adopting new technology can be daunting but, argues Steve Mansour of CRL, the potential benefits for both builders and end users mean it is time to embrace connected construction
Report claims new technology will transform UK construction sector
A new report by consultancy and construction firm Mace has claimed that up to 600,000 jobs in the construction sector could be replaced by new technology in the next two decades
BRE unites sector to deliver the Construction 2025 strategy
BRE unites with public and private industry partners to meet the Construction 2025 targets through its leadership role and via the solutions and services its develops for the industry
SFS shares specification market expertise in NBS specifier report
SFS intec was the only product manufacturer invited to contribute to a key report offering expert guidance to the UK specification market
BIM and the Build: Building on 3D foundations
Much of the focus of BIM adoption has concentrated on design. But Jason Ruddle, Managing Director of Elecosoft, argues that BIM must also work for contractors to create a built environment fit for the future
The society of digital engineering is launched by CIBSE
Recognising the increasing percentage of engineering tasks conducted in a purely digital environment, CIBSE launches the Society of Digital Engineering
Residential revolution needed for ageing population, says LGA
The number of specialist homes for older people will need to increase by 400,000 units in less than 20 years. We need a residential revolution say the LGA
Using BIM delivers extra perspective for customers
Jason Ruddle of Elecosoft explains how using BIM on projects provides the best outcomes for customers by providing a clear 4D planning view
The RICS BIM Project Management Certificate
RICS have developed the BIM Project Management Certificate providing the knowledge and skills required to manage each step of a BIM project
On the road to BIM Level 3 we must not overlook...
In the drive to adopt BIM Level 2, John Eynon, Owner/Director of Open Water Consulting, argues that we should all be helping each other
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A detailed look at the return on investment of laser scanning
In an interview, Oliver Buerkler, Senior Product Manager at Faro and laser scanning expert, looks at the value proposition of laser scanning
Why did we bother with BIM before BIM?
Moving from a 2D world to 3D can help beat inefficiency traps before adding more value through the BIM process as outlined here by Lee Mullin of Autodesk
Using BIM to enhance 3D crowd simulation – and vice versa
Marrying the evolution of 3D crowd simulation with the wealth of data generated by BIM realises new possibilities, say Oasys
BIM training courses have been developed to keep pace with the...
RICS ' BIM training is offered in various formats and at different levels of competency, says Alan Muse, Global Director of Built Environment Professional...
Individual Building Renovation Roadmaps projected supported by H2020 funding
A new project funded by Horizon 2020 will demonstrate and develop the concept of individual Building Renovation Roadmaps
Mechanic apprentices receive recognition at CPA Stars of the Future Event
The CPA has recognised a number of mechanic apprentices during its annual event to identify the industry’s brightest talent
There are 3 P’s of BIM: people, processes and policies
Successfully implementing BIM relies on the 3 P's of BIM: people, processes and policies. Gaurang Trivedi, Engineering Consultant for TrueCADD explains
3D modelling techniques prove second nature for Tata Steel
3D modelling techniques and the ethos of BIM were present within the construction industry before its large-scale rollout says Kevin Turton, Design Manager at Tata Steel