Across the commercial construction world, BIM (Building Information Modeling) has become necessary to ensure that the planning, design, and construction of buildings are efficient and collaborative. Read on to learn what BIM is, how BIM is used, and the maturity BIM levels mean. Virtual design platforms used by design teams to improve productivity Since […]
Get Smarter – Improve Your Fabrication Shop with Model-Based Data
With the construction industry beginning to see exceptional value in adopting lean manufacturing & fabrication, there is a lot of information and opinions floating around about how to do it. Discussions can get vague, even puzzling. One thing that seems clear is that the foundation of smart manufacturing is model-based data. Moving it quickly up […]
Dodge Data Reports’ Contractors Seeing Extraordinary Value Using BIM and Prefabrication
Dodge Data Report & Analytics, a leading researcher for the construction industry, recently released the Prefabrication and Modular Construction 2020 SmartMarket Report. Their latest research reveals that Mechanical, Electrical and Plumbing (MEP) contractors around the U.S. are seeing extraordinary value from the use of BIM and prefabrication. The Dodge report provides a comprehensive examination of […]
7 Advantages of Prefab & Modular Construction
As the MEP & Modular industry recognizes the incredible cost savings of integrating prefabrication and modular techniques into commercial construction, at the core is enabling teams to track, manage, and collaborate using lean manufacturing and fabrication shop best practices. Also, powerful, innovative technology is necessary for construction firms to achieve their prefabrication goals. The latest […]
