Metalmag: BIM

Using BIM to Manage Facilities

Tue, 31 Jul 2012 05:22:18 EST

BIM gives facilities managers the tools necessary to optimize the facility and reduce costs.

BIM Increases in Popularity

Wed, 29 Dec 2010 12:26:13 EST

McGraw-Hill Construction’s latest SmartMarket Report reveals that 49 percent of respondents report they are using BIM tools.

Are Specification Writers a Vanishing Breed?

Mon, 10 Aug 2009 12:46:49 EST

A trade group on the wane, a professional role being replaced, bit by bit, with digital tools—times are tough for spec writers. But don’t count them out just yet.

Choosing Software for Metal Design and Construction

Thu, 9 Jul 2009 05:10:56 EST

With a multitude of technology tools and techniques available, building-industry professionals must sort through and determine what software can help their processes and businesses.

Ergonomics Report, BIM Committee Guides Initiatives & More

Thu, 9 Jul 2009 04:56:15 EST

Waukesha, Wis.-based Metal-Era Inc. has redesigned its Web site, www.metalera.com, which includes many innovative tools. A submittal builder allows users to collect multiple files in a shopping cart and download them all simultaneously.