How to perform cooling load calculation with Revit Mep 2016

This is a good video for Revit and BIM professionals. This Revit video will teach you how to apply Revit for effective heating & cooling load estimate. Revit MEP 2016 software is used here for cooling load calculation.

Heating and cooling loads analysis method is useful to measure the heating and cooling demands concerning the building model.

Once the spaces are set in all areas of the building model and zones are generated, and the project is all set for heating and cooling loads analysis, the heating and cooling loads analysis can be performed with the integrated tool inside Revit. Estimate loads and generate a Report with Revit.

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BIM Management Handbook – A good resource for BIM professionals

David Shepherd has published a useful hand book “BIM Management Handbook” for BIM professionals. This BIM book will facilitate the BIM users to employ & control BIM workflows efficiently with superior authority.

The book totally focuses on the standard BIM practices and why BIM implementation is very much required to provide huge benefits for industry professionals. There are standard BIM processes which involve Government standards and the successful coordination of design, construction and asset information.

Highlighting both organisational approach and daily practical tasks, the book probes into bottom line business reasoning and probable risks and challenges.

Some other crucial features:

• Case studies illustrating practical approaches together with obstacles and outcomes.

• Checklists for amply sourcing BIM roles and liabilities concerning PAS-1192.

• Self-check questions facilitating the users for the assessment of your BIM implementation strategy.

This BIM book will provide practical guidance toward BIM Coordinators and Managers, architectural principals, design team leaders and architectural technicians and make sure that they fully prepared to adopt BIM in 2016.

The book will also be very useful for Part 3 students to sharpen their skills concerning proper BIM strategy and BIM adoption.

Link for purchasing the book www.amazon.co.uk/BIM-Management-Handbook-David-Shepherd

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BIM IN A PROJECT MANAGEMENT: WITH REVIT 2016 | ECOTECT ANALYSIS | LUMION 5.0 SOFTWARE (BIM - Building Information Modeling) for BIM professionals – An exclusive e-book on BIM

Alberto Bella has published an exclusive e-book alias BIM IN A PROJECT MANAGEMENT: WITH REVIT 2016 | ECOTECT ANALYSIS | LUMION 5.0 SOFTWARE (BIM - Building Information Modeling) for BIM professionals”. A kindle version is available just for Rupees 65.

The book explains the theory to portray and determine the practices related to BIM (building information modeling) that could frame a new standard for dealing with the construction process efficiently. This step is already undertaken to a wide section of the more developed countries.

In order to resolve the issues presently occurring with Construction sectors, BIM stands as one of the "elements of innovation" the proper implementation of BIM is very much needed. BIM can act as the powerful functional tool with a new and superior logic process management system , projects and products, that can significantly make the best use of time and costs.

The book presents the topic with an explanation of historical data, the main definitions and practice of work. After making a thorough research on the power of BIM, reference is made to its global presence by determining how BIM is accepted by several countries in their legislation and / or national regulations. The true validation of interoperability and BIM modeling, study of the energy requirements of heating or cooling in theory to suit our object of study, up to its illustration in graphics rendering.

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CCS(Construction-Cad Solutions) Offering Network Design and Engineering Services in Canada

Now CCS providing BIM services healthcare solutions (HCS) provider, Swisslog, in Canada. Construction-CAD Solutions (CCS), a full-service provider of turnkey Network Design, Project Management, Site Survey and Structured Cabling solutions to communications, cable, utility and different connected industries, announces nowadays that it’s formal certification and authorization to produce its network solutions in Canada. The authorization comes because the company continues its spectacular overall client growth within the United States.

Growth of CCS, year-over-year, has been robust for several years, however 2015 is ready to break even own goals. On top of outperforming CCS here within the States, the number of international interest, received has been nothing short of astounding. CSS is approved to produce services in Canada currently and have already begun work with Swisslog’s Canadian operations; providing (BIM) (Building information Modeling) services for its HCS unit.

CCS is the most popular 3D modeller and designer for the Swisslog TransLogic® and its Pneumatic Tube System — each within the United States and in Canada. CCS provides variety of vital services for Swisslog depending on the project needs, together with BIM coordination, 3D modelling, shop drawings and installs prints. Implement of the most recent software and BIM procedures, CCS systematically outperforms client time and budget concern.

CCS provides an area of services that include design of electrical, HVAC, pneumatic tubing, plumbing and architectural work.

CCS’s BIM services include:

• MEP coordination services
• 3D modelling
• Room layout mock ups
• Perspective renderings
• 2D to 3D conversion
• MEP Clash detection
• 3D walkthroughs

In addition to its latest national and international growth, CCS has arranged the groundwork for extra operations each in South America and Europe. Formal announcements are expected in Autumn 2015.

To learn a lot of regarding CCS award winning suite of Network Design, Project Management, website Survey and Structured Cabling, visit www.concadinc.com.

CCS:- Established in 1998, Construction-CAD Solutions (CCS) is a full-service provider of turnkey Network Design, Project Management, Site Survey and Structured Cabling solutions to telecommunications, cable, utility, and other related industries. As part of its comprehensive solutions portfolio, CCS offers Drafting, Surveying, Permitting, Engineering, and Building Information Modeling (BIM) services. CCS’s inventive ideas and custom solutions keep its client engagements on time and on budget. The team is comprised of proficient and experienced project managers, consultants, CAD technicians, designers, 3-D BIM modellers, and land surveyors. A sole-source provider to many Fortune 1000 companies, with engagements in both North and South America, CCS has built its reputation on delivering value-added network design and construction support, backed by a customer-centric philosophy that runs company-wide.

Swisslog:- Designs, develops and delivers best-in-class automation solutions for forward-thinking hospitals, warehouses and distribution centres. Swisslog is an inspiring global organization with 2 500 talented employees in more than 20 countries on four continents and customers in more than 50 countries. Headquartered in Buchs/Aarau, Switzerland, the Swisslog group is organized in two business areas, Healthcare Solutions (HCS) and Warehouse & Distribution Solutions (WDS).

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EcoSys Updated project controls software – Will coming shortly...

As a frontrunner in enterprise project controls software system, EcoSys is devoted to staying at the forefront of technology that supports smarter business conclusion and higher project performance through visibility, easy use, method automation and integration.

EcoSys declared in their 5th Annual User Conference that they are working hard for introducing an exciting new EcoSys EPC solution to BIM professional. This Enterprise Planning and Controls (EPC) solution includes a new mobile apps framework, improved business intelligence analytics and 5D Building Information Modeling (BIM) integration capabilities.

This declaration comes shortly after Hexagon subsidiary, Intergraph process, Power and Marine’s agreement to acquire EcoSys. Intergraph’s world leading enterprise engineering package combined with EcoSys’s best-in-class enterprise project controls package can supply current and future users even larger productivity and advance the companies’ giving to the AEC (Architectural, Engineering and Construction) and BIM markets to enhance project execution.

As the projects still growing in size and complexity, capital projects need rather more powerful data automation and analysis tools for success. This unveils new options for EcoSys EPC platform which can modify shoppers to extend visibility and productivity through new mobile apps and enlarged business intelligence capabilities.

New features, EcoSys EPC platform include, are below:

Mobile Apps - EcoSys are going to be release a set of latest, easy mobile apps that enable users to work seamlessly on-line and off-line. The apps tailor to support business processes that are perfect for the mobile platform. Consumers will simply submit text and photos to report an issue they’ll spot on a job-site, record updates, manage alternate approvals, capture field progress or review up-to-date project dashboards and reports. The apps can make project data available and editable offline once web connections are not accessible and keep data in synchronize once the mobile device reconnects to the internet later.

The easy and real time access to correct data on-the-go can improve collaboration across a corporation, increase productivity and implement better, more conversant conclusion making.

Improved Analytics and Business Intelligence - As the central enterprise project controls hub, EcoSys EPC is categorically positioned to support bigger portfolio and project intelligence through its strong information integration capabilities and real-time analytics which offer dynamic in-memory summarizations and interactive drilldowns. Nowadays EcoSys indicated its updated charting resolution that provides improved visuals through interactive charts with configurable axes and versatile click-through ability to watch connected project information. Over the course of the approaching year, further business intelligence and analytics feature are introduced.

Integration of 5D BIM - EcoSys declared plans to develop integrations with Intergraph 3D modelling solutions to power 5D BIM. EcoSys EPC could be a natural resolution to allow 5D BIM, because it adds project organizing integration (4D) and sturdy cost management capabilities (5D) with Intergraph PP&M’s 3D layout and construction solutions.

EcoSys EPC(Enterprise designing and Controls) is quick turning into the world package customary for the project controls business. A web-based platform, EPC provides the deepest capabilities to support the entire spectrum of solutions within the Project Controls discipline – from project portfolio management and capital program management, through budgeting, statement and performance broadcasting. EcoSys EPC bridges the gap that has historically existed between designing and managing project execution.

Some Benefits are mentioned below:

• Enhanced Visibility
• Increased Efficiency and Accuracy
• Standardized Processes
• Improved Financial Performance

EcoSys is a leader in project management best practices and is setting the global standard for project controls software. The name EcoSys refers to Enterprise Controls Systems and also refers to successfully navigating the EcoSystem of people, processes and technology that impact an organization. With a target on delivering best-in-class planning and controls solutions, EcoSys has settled a culture of responsiveness where close customer collaboration drives innovation.

For more information visit: www.ecosys.net

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Experience improved BIM workflow with ARCHICAD 19

GRAPHISOFT is going to release ARCHICAD 19 in June, 2015 together with an extensive list of 26 local versions.

ARCHICAD® 19 will significantly enhance BIM performance through its powerful 64-bit and multi-processing technologies with predictive background processing.

ARCHICAD® 19 contains some advanced features which are mentioned below :-

• Superior Work Environment - The new Tab Bar for multiple viewpoints offers fastest toggling between Floor Plans, Sections, Elevations, and 3D windows.

• Permanent Guidelines - Latest Guide Lines, Snap Guides and Snap Points facilitate constant graphical support for perfect element formation and editing.

• Interactive 3D Surface Painter - Insightful, 'drag-and-drop' building model surface editing in 3D offers instantaneous, visual feedback. With new Surface Painter, ARCHICAD® 19 allows designers to modify model surfaces in the 3D window with a simple mouse click through a movable palette named Surface Editor.

• Easier, rapid 3D navigation with OpenGL – By applying a completely-optimized OpenGL engine, ARCHICAD® 19 provides easier, quicker 3D navigation while dealing with enormously outsized building models.

• Predictive Background Processing - ARCHICAD 19 capitalize on disused computer volume with the prediction of prospective future user actions and arranging them in the background. This significantly improves the susceptibility of the application in general, so it becomes more responsive for different types & sizes of projects.

• Optimize the process in OPEN BIM – With ARCHICAD 19, the users will be able to import the IFC model precisely keeping the same look in the original application where it was generated. Collision detection is now possible with all imported IFC MEP elements. Superior collision detection performance transforms ARCHICAD 19 to be a exceptional BIM authoring tool with developed interdisciplinary coordination functionalities.

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Designers can produce 3d models and attain design-based BIM workflow with new training manuals launched by Nemetschek Vectorworks

Nemetschek Vectorworks launched two new guidebooks alias Vectorworks Architect Tutorial Manual, Seventh Edition and 3D Modeling in Vectorworks, Seventh Edition to simplify the use of Vectorworks® Architect 2015 software. The well-known trainer Jonathan Pickup performs as the author of these two exclusive guidebooks.

The guidebooks will facilitate the users as well as various 3D modeling and BIM professionals to be familiar with various professional training tools.

Vectorworks Architect Tutorial Manual will guide the users to integrate Vectorworks 2015’s tools inside a design-based BIM workflow as well as how workflow is improved with the new types of drawing. The readers can also gather knowledge on the fundamentals of the software interface.

Vectorworks Architect Tutorial Manual is segregated into three parts - read a section of text, watch a video and then accomplish an exercise.

The tutorial manual starts with the debut to the Vectorworks Architect platform and advances with the execution of a mock project of a residential client along with how to produce the contract documents. Besides, drawing with lines and arcs, the readers will learn to create drawings with objects as well as enhance workflows by making projects through BIM principles.

While drawing a door with Vectorworks software, the users can include information concerning the door to the existing model part, affix door hardware as well as indicate the supplier and cost of the door through a report.

The second updated tutorial, 3D Modeling in Vectorworks, is also divided in three sections. Section one teaches the readers how to apply the software's tools for generating 3D models independently. Section two guides the users for making a freeform architectural project with the use of the technology. Section three demonstrates the workflow in action and lets the readers to know how to break up projects. There are also exercises inside the book on the new Deform tool useful for learning the twisting, tapering, building and bending modes.

The Vectorworks Architect Tutorial Manual and 3D Modeling in Vectorworks are an integral segment of Nemetschek Vectorworks’ self-learning training options. For getting more updates and purchase option, visit www.vectorworks.net/training/guides.php

One can access the Books when Jonathan signs copies of his books on Wednesday, April 29, 2015 from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. ET in the Paris Foyer at the Sofitel Philadelphia Hotel. All registered attendees of the Vectorworks Design Summit will be eligible to participate in the program.

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BIM Collaboration with Autodesk Navisworks – An exclusive book for BIM users

Darryl McClelland and Paul Aubin have jointly written an exclusive Book for BIM professionals. This BIM book is titled as BIM Collaboration with Autodesk Navisworks. This book is a part of the Aubin Academy Master Series.

It is the most useful book for BIM users to learn the basic of Navisworks as well as how to utilize the software successfully.

Navisworks is a model aggregator that can integrate numerous diverse file formats for generating a complete project model that facilitates the users to entirely synchronize several characteristics of their project.

Navisworks can easily detect potential conflicts as well as errors/omissions before the project is actually built in jobsite and thus meet the project schedule successfully.

This book covers up the collaboration features concerning the Building Information Model. All the lessons are carefully designed for aiding the users to accomplish the collaboration of their projects effectively.

Navisworks tools are briefly explained in a centralized method by giving importance on “why” as well as “how”. The text and exercise will provide a transparent view regarding the significance of the tools as well as capability of each tool.

Besides, there exist Quick References for some of the Navisworks tools comprised over here. The Aubin Academy Master Series: BIM Collaboration with Autodesk Navisworks is a good resource that can instantly prepare you to be “up to speed” on Navisworks, curtail your learning curve, elevate your comfort level as well as provide you real-life realistic suggestion on the application of the software to streamline the project collaboration process. By following the valuable suggestions included in this book, one can obtain brief perception in applying Navisworks to manage your projects in a superior way.

View the synopsis of the book online

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Safe Software introduces FME 2015 with support to IFC, Revit and Sketchup

Safe Software, the trusted name in spatial data transformation technology, has just introduced the most updated version of its core technology alias FME 2015. This newest application is obtainable in both FME Desktop and FME Server.

FME 2015 contains the following exclusive features :-

Support for BIM Data: FME 2015 provides support for BIM data along with new IFC writing facility that facilitates the BIM professionals to produce models by integrating with formats like GIS. With advanced features, it is now possible to read BIM data from IFC, Autodesk Revit® and Trimble SketchUp®. So BIM professionals will be able to generate their own BIM models out of collective data.

Extended Point Cloud Options: The Users get the ability to use added point cloud features together with read support for latest formats like CARIS CSAR and RIEGL 6.0 RDB as well as the new PointCloudMerger, PointCloudSorter, & PointCloudStatisticsCalculator transformers. The tools which are available with FME are now upgraded - LAS support now includes versions 1.3 and 1.4, and Esri LASD files; XYZ support contains .csv and .txt file extensions; and non-spatial point cloud functionality is included to various transformers.

Improved Esri ArcGIS Support to Version 10.3: Esri users will be able to promote to ArcGIS 10.3 keeping their accessible FME workflows intact as FME 2015 provides its support for the newest version of Esri’s flagship product.

FME 2015 is also compatible with usually applied CAD formats like Autodesk AutoCAD®, along with AutoCAD Map 3D® and AutoCAD Civil 3D®, and Bentley MicroStation®.

Minecraft Reading and Writing: FME 2015 supports Minecraft® facilitating the users to generate their GIS and other accessible data with its interactively accountable gaming platform.

This feature will be very useful for city planning. The FME users will be capable of uploading their data into the Minecraft gaming engine to have the exact view in a 3D virtual surrounding.

Support for other Formats and Applications: FME 2015 can be incorporated with various others series of data sources and destinations like Autodesk FBX, Google Maps Engine Rasters, Microsoft SharePoint® Lists, OGC® GeoPackage, OpenSceneGraph OSGB, SFX Panorama Exchange reading, and TetGen.

For getting more updates, FME 2015, visit www.safe.com/fme/new

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The role of advanced technologies in Design and Construction Industry

Steve Jones, Senior Director of McGraw Hill Construction has presented an exclusive video for BIM professionals. In this video, the BIM professionals will be familiar with some sophisticated technologies & procedures ranging from building information modeling (BIM), laser scanning, augmented reality, rapid virtual prototyping, and jobsite automation integrated with ground-breaking practices such as virtual coordination, digital fabrication and lean construction, and how these technologies provide great impact to construction sectors by minimizing waste & enhancing outcomes.

Steve also provides his viewpoint toward the functionality of specialty trade contractor in the growing ecosystem of project delivery specially giving importance on MEP firms.

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The fundamentals of BIM, OpenBIM and buildingSMART concepts

buildingSMART Norway presents a nice video based documentary for BIM professionals. This video narrates the various advantages of BIM and OpenBIM as well as the fundamentals of the openBIM and buildingSMART concepts.

By watching the video, one can learn how every project stakeholders ranging from client to design team to building authority to contractor (and subs/product vendors) to property caretaker etc. utilize BIM.

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