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SpeckleCon 2023: AEC Implementations and Speckle Add-ons
January 10, 2024Credit: Original article published here. Last month, I provided an overview of the latest technology developments of the Speckle platform that were shared by the Speckle team at the recently held SpeckleCon 2023 online event. Speckle is ...
Customer Presentations from Graphisoft Learn 2023 Event
December 20, 2023Credit: Original article published here. This article captures the highlights of the customer presentations from Graphisoft’s recent Building Together Learn event that focused on three critical areas of AEC technology: data-driven desi...
JZA+D: Firm Profile
December 13, 2023Credit: Original article published here. JZA+D, a full-service, multidisciplinary architectural and design firm headquartered in Princeton, New Jersey, which has won numerous design awards and works in a wide range of sectors including w...
SpeckleCon 2023
December 6, 2023Credit: Original article published here. This article provides an overview of the 2023 SpeckleCon conference held last month, which showcased the latest technology developments of the Speckle platform, including a brand-new Automate tool...
Allplan 2024
November 29, 2023Credit: Original article published here. The new version of Allplan, one of the leading BIM applications used globally, has just been released. In addition to strengthening its comprehensive suite of tools for architecture, engineering, ...
Enhancing Efficiency and Precision in HVAC Design at a Healthcare Facility: FineHVAC BIM Case Study
November 21, 2023Credit: Original article published here. In the demanding world of healthcare, precision and efficiency are paramount. Designing specialised spaces like a Breast Cancer Institute within a hospital in Sydney, Australia, requires meticulou...
Applications of Precast Concrete Panels
October 20, 2022Credit: Original article published here. By: 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 thickn...
Applications of Precast Concrete Slabs
October 20, 2022Credit: Original article published here. By: 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 bec...
Building An Engineer
July 14, 2021Credit: Original article published here. Wells 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...
Coordinating electrical in Precast – Best Practices
June 11, 2021Credit: Original article published here. One 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 lo...
Steel and lumber prices got you down?
June 2, 2021Credit: Original article published here. In 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....
Working Remotely
May 26, 2021Credit: Original article published here. Working Remotely – A Silver Lining from the COVID-19 Pandemic...
Precast Interior Finishes
May 19, 2021Credit: Original article published here. Precast Interior Finishes – What should you expect?...
Precast as a Viable Alternative for Warehouses & Distribution Centers
May 5, 2021Credit: Original article published here. With 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...
Your solution to the long span steel joist shortage
April 16, 2021Credit: Original article published here. Ongoing 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...
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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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A collection of tools and resources for anyone in the precast/prestressed industry or in concrete-related construction - Engineers, erectors, purchasing managers, detailers, production managers, etc..
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