New features and installation process of ProtaStructure 2019

ProtaStructure provides as an inventive structural BIM solution for structural engineers to model, analyze and design buildings perfectly and rapidly.

The software allows you to simply compare various schemes and automate your steel and concrete design from one central model, decreasing design time and raising the profitability of the project.

The software provides some advanced integrated features like grouped member design, 3D FE Analysis, staged construction and seismic design, foundations and punching shear checks to instantly create results.

The software manages the changes easily and continuously coordinates the projects with architects, owners and other stakeholders with intelligent BIM integration.

The software offers the following exclusive features :-

ProtaStructure is based on one model. It allows you to model simple or complex concrete and steel buildings with greater speed and simplicity.

The software continuously communicate and modify models with other recognized BIM systems like Autodesk Revit, Tekla Structures, ArchiCAD and latest data formats along with IFC’s.

Save significant time by coordinating projects beforehand with other project stakeholders together with architects and owners. Synchronize models with other important BIM platforms like Revit and ArchiCAD.

Employ various interactive features like auto grouping, iterative transformed section design, and merged core walls to make the best use of building design. Swiftly evaluates a wide array of design alternatives to set up the most cost-effective solution for your clients.

Apply physical objects together with trusses, beams and slabs to produce and visualize models rapidly and effectively.

Go through the following video tutorial to learn how to set up PROTA STRUCTURE 2019 easily.

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Rajib Dey

www.bimoutsourcing.com

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BIMForMe – A cloud based tool for building professionals

CAD Studio Inc., the biggest authorized supplier of CAD, CAM, GIS and BIM solutions in East-Central Europe, recently launched a new improved solution called BIMForMe for the investors, owners, contractors, managers and users of buildings.

It is a cloud based tool that can easily connect BIM data (generated through Revit software) with the design and construction stage to fulfill the requirements of owner or operator of the building.

With BIMForMe, the users will be able to explore thorough the virtual 3D model, view 2D documentation and pursue individual building elements through filters and reports. The users not only can view attributes of model elements in a cloud environment, but also modify and insert new properties. Documents are connected with the individual elements, like technical specifications or warranty certificates.

BIMForMe facilitates the users to get updated with the crucial information of the building instantly & securely. All documents and properties are strongly preserved on the server and individual user accounts are allotted to groups having various types of access rights," adds Martin Slanec, manager of the AEC division at CAD Studio.

Some important features like planned inspections, warranty expirations, and other new functions for facility management (FM) will be added soon. All incidents can also be recorded as well as connected with the elements of the model."

BIMForMe contains all the information of a building under one roof. These informations are accessible from any place any time from mobile & other devices. Currently BIMForMe only supports the Czech and English languages.

To get more information visit www.bimforme.com

Image Courtesy: tekla.com

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Rajib Dey

www.bimoutsourcing.com

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BIMForMe – A cloud based tool for building professionals

CAD Studio Inc., the biggest authorized supplier of CAD, CAM, GIS and BIM solutions in East-Central Europe, recently launched a new improved solution called BIMForMe for the investors, owners, contractors, managers and users of buildings.

It is a cloud based tool that can easily connect BIM data (generated through Revit software) with the design and construction stage to fulfill the requirements of owner or operator of the building.

With BIMForMe, the users will be able to explore thorough the virtual 3D model, view 2D documentation and pursue individual building elements through filters and reports. The users not only can view attributes of model elements in a cloud environment, but also modify and insert new properties. Documents are connected with the individual elements, like technical specifications or warranty certificates.

BIMForMe facilitates the users to get updated with the crucial information of the building instantly & securely. All documents and properties are strongly preserved on the server and individual user accounts are allotted to groups having various types of access rights," adds Martin Slanec, manager of the AEC division at CAD Studio.

Some important features like planned inspections, warranty expirations, and other new functions for facility management (FM) will be added soon. All incidents can also be recorded as well as connected with the elements of the model."

BIMForMe contains all the information of a building under one roof. These informations are accessible from any place any time from mobile & other devices. Currently BIMForMe only supports the Czech and English languages.

To get more information visit www.bimforme.com

Image Courtesy: tekla.com

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Rajib Dey

www.bimoutsourcing.com

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FormIt and RevIt

We illustrate how to use FormIt to model your ideas in 3d then smoothly move them into Revit. Then, wee show the abundant functionality available in Revit to produce a conceptual design presentation based on your FormIt model.

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Arka Roy

www.bimoutsourcing.com

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Export a BIM model from Sketchup and Import to Revit

A quick demonstration showing how to export a BIM model from Sketchup and import it into Revit.

For more information about Sketchup 2014 BIM www.sketchup.com/products/sketchup-pro

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Arka Roy

www.bimoutsourcing.com

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Significance of 4D and 5D BIM for any construction project

Building Information Modeling gives birth to a wide array of services like building design, 3D modeling, clash detection, 4D scheduling, cost estimation, etc. which are very useful for Engineers, Contractors and other professionals. BIM technology can be employed for generating efficient 3D coordination models which facilitate apparent 360 degree 3D view of the designed buildings along with the entire angle. Evaluate these models and obtain thorough information regarding the building models as well as find out significant clashes inside the designs or models. BIM 4D and 5D analysis is useful for creating authentic schedule concerning all construction works together with complete charts associated with the cost estimation of the project in general.

4D building information modeling is performed to simulate the schedules of several construction activities and space requisites. 4D BIM facilitates the users to obtain persuasive 3D visualization to be utilized by project team members, Owner, Contractors, etc. to get the view of the complete project and construction plans in a professional manner.

4D models are applied in building restoration project, for creating schedule of the phased occupancy. These building models are maneuvered for construction site utilization planning. 4D BIM models can help in figuring out the locations of enduring facilities and temporary facilities on construction site.

4D building models offer time-based clash detection facilities through which BIM modelers get a brief view of the coordination models and verify whether the building materials, construction members and other equipments are positioned perfectly inside the assigned space or not. BIM modelers will also be able to incorporate the construction scheduling models with the real project models and efficiently evaluate the effect of temporary items like cranes, formwork, etc. So time-based clash detection can be performed easily.

4D building information models facilitate creating links amid the construction components of the building model and the consequent task planning. The users can have an idea at what time and on which date the components should be made available for setting up on site. The users can also include parameters to the components of the building model for tracking the ordered materials and delivery status.

In 5D BIM, the 5th dimension alias information associated with cost estimation is integrated in a project model. Inside the models, the total cost estimation allied information is integrated in a manner that while making any alteration in the design or model, the budget will also be adjusted immediately in proportion to the model.

5D BIM can provide extensive information like kind of materials for example rebar, concrete, formwork, material take-offs, material quantities, and other resource details like the details of equipment, labor etc. 5D BIM analysis can bring you’re the following benefits:-

• Create databases regarding take off quantities, material costs, natures of materials to be utilized at the time of construction, crew composition, number of labors and their wages detail, sub KPIs, etc.
• Focus on complete information of project risks.
• Make budget estimation perfectly.
• Try out any project model for various cost estimation data.
• Perform brief cost estimation analysis of each module of a construction project.

  

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Arka Roy

www.bimoutsourcing.com

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Revit to Sketchup with 3D AutoCAD File

This tutorial takes you step by step through the basics of bringing a Revit Model into Sketchup, and application of layers and textures.

  

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Arka Roy
www.bimoutsourcing.com
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AutoCAD 2015 Review

The latest update to AutoCAD is available now. It is the 29th major release of the most accepted CAD program of the world. The depth and breadth of enhancements and new features combine to make AutoCAD 2015 one of the most significant updates in years.

Autodesk modifies AutoCAD at regular intervals and this time, the change is really an effective improvement. When the user first starts AutoCAD 2015, instead of a Welcome dialog, he sees the New Tab. He can also see this tab when there are no drawings open and can easily switch to the New Tab at any time.

The New Tab consists of two sliding content frames:

• Learn- The Learn frame offers tools to help the user learn AutoCAD 2015 and includes links to getting started videos and online resources.
• Create - The Create frame is displayed by default and serves as a launch pad where users can access sample files, recent files, templates, product updates and the online community. This frame is divided into three columns. The Get Started column allows users quickly begin a new drawing from a default template or from a list of available drawing templates, open an existing drawing or sheet set, get more templates online and explore sample drawings. In the Recent Documents column, users can view and open their recent drawings, select how these drawings are displayed and pin drawings to ensure that they remain in the list. The Connect column provides links to sign into the users Autodesk 360 account and send feedback to Autodesk.

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More responsive interface: The Help system now includes a new way to help users locate the relevant tool within AutoCAD’s interface. Once the user has located information in the Help system, he can click to display an animated arrow that points him to the appropriate tool in the AutoCAD ribbon. If the tool is not accessible from the current workspace or is located in a hidden tab or panel, a tooltip tells exactly where to find the tool.

The program also now sports a modern dark-themed interface that helps reduce eye strain. The tools in the Status bar have been consolidated into a single area located in the lower-right, while the Model and Layout tabs have been moved into the lower-left.

Only the most often used tools appear on the Status bar and it can be easily customized. Status bar tooltips are also more informative. The ribbon has also been updated and now includes galleries for inserting blocks and selecting predefined styles for controlling text, dimensions, multileaders and tables.

More intuitive graphic previews: AutoCAD 2015 features a completely new accelerated graphics system that consists of automatic anti-aliasing and improved visual feedback. In AutoCAD 2015 the lasso selection is a new feature which allows the user can click the cursor in a blank area of the drawing and then drag around objects to create a lasso window, crossing or fence selection.

AutoCAD 2015 also now enables user to preview the results of trim, extend, lengthen, break and match properties operations prior to actually selecting the objects and completing the command. Besides, users can pass the cursor over an object to be extended, it is temporarily extended so that users can preview the results.

Enhanced text and dimensions: The model space viewports are now much easier to use. In AutoCAD 2015, after creating multiple viewports in model space, a bright blue boundary clearly identifies the active viewport and users can easily resize any viewport by dragging the horizontal or vertical viewport boundaries. New plus “+” icons on the viewport boundaries allows users to easily add more viewports by simply clicking and dragging without using dialog boxes.

The multiline text editor environment has been enhanced to provide better visibility and control and offers much more intuitive tools for resizing columns, allowing the user to adjust both the height and width individually or at the same time. The program is capable of automatically applying bullets or numbering and correct text when users inadvertently press the SHIFT key while Caps Lock is enabled. There are also new subscripts and superscript tools, improved autostacking capabilities for fractions and tolerances, and widely enhanced tools for controlling paragraph tabs.

Superior geographic location tools: AutoCAD 2014 added some terrific geographic location tools most of which are now eliminated. Users still require to be signed into their Autodesk 360 account in order to access Online Map Data, if they are not signed in or choose not to use the online data, they can still use the Geographic Location tool to enter latitude and longitude.

Being attached to the geographic data, map resolution improves as users zoom in and can capture map data. Users can even select embedded map data and use grips to move, resize and even rotate the image boundary. When user changes the image boundary, AutoCAD automatically re-queries the online map data and updates the image accordingly. New slider bars let the user adjust the brightness, contrast and fading of the map image so that user can more easily see relevant AutoCAD geometry.

Making point cloud data usable: A set of tools for working with point clouds have also been enhanced in AutoCAD 2015, including an updated version of Autodesk’s ReCap point cloud manipulation software.

The new point cloud capabilities include an option for using geographic location data if it is available within the new RCP and RCS point cloud files. Once attached, the user can control the point size and level of detail and better visualize cloud-based data. More intuitive tools make it easier to crop point clouds, and the user can switch views. But perhaps the biggest point cloud enhancement is a new set of point cloud object snaps that finally make it feasible to create actual AutoCAD geometry based on point clouds.

Other enhancements: A major addition to the 2014 product was the new Design Feed environment, through which users could carry on a virtual conversation with other team members. AutoCAD 2015 also uses a new Autodesk Translation Framework (ATF) when importing model data from other formats such as CATIA V4 and V5, Pro Engineer, SolidWorks, Parasolid, JT, NX, STEP, Rhino and IGES. ATG supports importing meshes and curves as well as object colors and layers.

The new AutoCAD 2015 release are enhanced customization tools, a new Autodesk Application Manager that helps users to stay updated with the latest updates for all Autodesk applications and suites and a performance reporting tool that can help analyze and troubleshoot any performance issues that users encounter while using the software.

Autodesk continues to place increased emphasis on its suites, which provide some pretty good deals. For example, in addition to AutoCAD itself, the AutoCAD Design Suite Standard edition includes AutoCAD Raster Design, Showcase and Mudbox for just $330 more than the cost of AutoCAD alone. The Professional suite adds 3ds Max while the Ultimate suite includes Alias Design as well, but SketchBook Designer is no longer included in any of the suites.

All the new features in AutoCAD 2015, including the interface enhancements, text and dimensioning improvements, and updates to map data and Design Feed, are included in AutoCAD LT 2015 which is considered as the company’s lower-cost 2D-only alternative to AutoCAD.

The significant graphic improvements and various new features have made users to upgrade to AutoCAD 2015. The various system requirements are mentioned below:

• Operating System: Windows 8 or Windows 7; 64-bit or 32-bit
• CPU: Intel Pentium 4 or AMD Athlon dual-core (3.0GHz or greater recommended)
• Memory: 2GB RAM, 8GB recommended
• Disk Space: 6GB free disk space for installation (4GB for AutoCAD LT)
• Video: 1024×768 VGA with true color minimum (1600×1050 recommended)
• Other: Microsoft Internet Explorer 9.0 or later web browser  

  

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Arka Roy

www.bimoutsourcing.com

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Import IFC files into Revit from Parametric models in Grasshopper

Demonstration and Explanation of progress to import IFC files into Revit from Parametric models in Grasshopper. Uses new Revit Addon from Geometry Gym.

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Arka Roy
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Autodesk Revit Architecture 2014 - Visual Styles

This exclusive video tutorial is presented by Infinite Skills. More details on this Revit training can be seen at infiniteskills.com. This clip is one example from the complete course.

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Tuhin Maitywww.bimoutsourcing.com

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AceCAD presents it's BIM solution at Fiatech 2011

Fiatech 2011, the leading industry conference will be held on 18-20 April 2011 at Chandler AZ, USA. Ace CAD, a leading supplier of software solutions to the international structural steel industry, will participate in the conference and presents it's BIM solution, StruAEC for the structural supply chain. AceCAD will also demonstrate StruPLANT, a solution suite for the structural supply chain for industrial projects.

Participants will gather knowledge on the vision for Material Management Enterprise (MME) at the conference. MME focus on materials planning, procurement, fabrication, installation and ongoing operations support.

Fiatech's Sr. Program Director, Reg Hunter, will discuss on the topic "AceCad’s approach to materials management in fabrication".

Posted by Rajib Dey
Business Development
Global Associates (The leading provider of 3D modeling service with BIM & sketchup)