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June 12, 2024
Technology in Construction Webinar: Case Studies from ES Global and Laing O’Rourke
AECbytes Blog, External News, Newsletters and FeaturesA couple of months ago, I attended an online webinar in which ES Global and Laing O’Rourke, two leading UK construction companies, shared how they were using cutting-edge technologies on their projects. It was part of the “Digital Bu...
June 5, 2024
Xyicon: Asset Information Modeling for AEC
AECbytes Blog, External News, ReviewsThe concept of BIM or “building information modeling” in AEC is so well established by now that it does not even need to be explained any more to any AEC professional, just as we stopped clarifying CAD as “computer-aided drawing”...
May 22, 2024
Making the Case for Mandatory BIM in Public Construction Projects
AECbytes Blog, External News, ViewpointsPublic construction projects are among the largest public investments we make. They represent a significant portion of public capital and ultimately form the backbone of public infrastructure. Public construction projects, however, are n...
May 7, 2024
Graphisoft Building Together 2024 Collaborate Event
AECbytes Blog, External News, Newsletters and FeaturesLast month, Graphisoft held the first of its Building Together events for 2024, one that was focused specifically on collaboration in AEC. In addition to highlighting Graphisoft’s solutions for collaboration, the Collaborate event prov...
May 1, 2024
Build the Future ALLPLAN Summit 2024
AECbytes Blog, External News, Newsletters and FeaturesLast week, Nemetschek’s leading AEC technology brand, ALLPLAN, held a virtual event to provide an overview of its growing technology stack, which now includes the structural engineering solutions, SCIA Engineer and FRILO, in addition t...
April 17, 2024
The Impact of Big Data and Other Emerging Technologies on the Construction Industry
AECbytes Blog, External News, ViewpointsThe construction industry is on the cusp of a technological revolution, with big data and emerging technologies like blockchain, 3D printing, robotics, digital twins — and, of course, AI — poised to reshape the way buildings are desi...
October 20, 2022
Applications of Precast Concrete Panels
External News, Nitterhouse BlogBy: Laura Martin | Posted: October 20th, 2022 | Last Updated: October 20th, 2022 Categories: Blog, Precast Precast concrete architectural panels come in various sizes, shapes, colors and thicknesses and often have a decorative role al...
October 20, 2022
Applications of Precast Concrete Slabs
External News, Nitterhouse BlogBy: Laura Martin | Posted: October 20th, 2022 | Last Updated: October 20th, 2022 Categories: Blog, Precast A primary benefit of precast concrete is that it saves significant time on a project because it arrives on-site already cast, cur...
July 14, 2021
Building An Engineer
UncategorizedWells has recently formalized a training program we refer to as the Engineer Development Program (EDP). Our goal is to take young engineers fresh out of college and give them broad exposure to the entire business: making them well-rounde...
June 11, 2021
Coordinating electrical in Precast – Best Practices
UncategorizedOne of the great things about architectural insulated precast panels is that they can incorporate all aspects of a standard wall in a single prefabricated assembly. This includes the structural load-bearing perimeter, exterior air and va...
June 2, 2021
Steel and lumber prices got you down?
UncategorizedIn the Mountain States Region, Wells Concrete is seeing more and more funded projects being stalled, and in some cases stopped, by uncertain commodity pricing and an unpredictable supply chain....
May 26, 2021
Working Remotely
UncategorizedWorking Remotely – A Silver Lining from the COVID-19 Pandemic...
May 19, 2021
Precast Interior Finishes
UncategorizedPrecast Interior Finishes – What should you expect?...
May 5, 2021
Precast as a Viable Alternative for Warehouses & Distribution Centers
UncategorizedWith the increase in warehouse and distribution center projects going up to feed the demand of an ever-increasing population, coupled with rising steel costs, now may be the right time to consider total precast as an alternative to...
April 16, 2021
Your solution to the long span steel joist shortage
UncategorizedOngoing pandemic-related disruptions in the supply chain of a range of construction materials are causing escalated costs and lengthy delivery times. A wide range of materials are experiencing delays, including lumber, steel joists,...
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National Precast Concrete Association has represented manufacturers of plant-produced precast concrete products and the suppliers of products and services for the industry since 1965. They are dedicated to expanding the use of quality precast concrete and providing members with the programs and information required to operate a successful precast plant.
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AECbytes is a technology publication launched by Dr. Lachmi Khemlani in Nov 2003. AECbytes is focused on researching, analyzing, and reviewing technology products and services for the building industry. It publishes a variety of articles including newsletters covering conferences and shows, reviews of products, feature articles profiling case studies of firms and projects that showcase the use of technology, viewpoint articles featuring contributions from industry leaders, and tips and tricks authored by experts in individual AEC applications.
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