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Building Information Modelling (BIM) for Construction Contractors
- 1st Edition - August 1, 2028
- Authors: Chung Ho, Renzo di Furia
- Language: English
- Paperback ISBN:9 7 8 - 0 - 4 4 3 - 3 3 5 7 6 - 1
- eBook ISBN:9 7 8 - 0 - 4 4 3 - 3 3 5 7 7 - 8
“Building Information Modelling (BIM) for Construction Contractors” presents a contractor’s approach, in the construction industry, to adopt, implement and develop BIM or Bu… Read more
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Request a sales quote“Building Information Modelling (BIM) for Construction Contractors” presents a contractor’s approach, in the construction industry, to adopt, implement and develop BIM or Business Information Modelling into daily practices. It guides contractors towards successfully achieving ultimate project goals and long-term business objectives. This book is based on the real stories of major construction company: it provides valuable insights and practical guidance based on many case studies ranging from commercial, education, office, residential and housing projects. Through a holistic perspective, the book provides a roadmap for contractors to encompass various aspects of BIM implementation, including integration into daily practice, achieving smooth collaboration, improving project outcome, and supporting sustainable adoption of BIM into business
• Offer a comprehensive perspective on proven and profitable methods to 3D modelling adoption for contractors
•Incorporates real-life experience of prominent construction contractors
• Provides an overview about how contractors adopt 3D modelling through two major phases: pre-construction and during construction process
•Incorporates real-life experience of prominent construction contractors
• Provides an overview about how contractors adopt 3D modelling through two major phases: pre-construction and during construction process
Construction contractors; construction engineers; virtual design and construction (VDC) engineers
Introduction
Chapter 1: Overview on Contractor’s BIM Approaches
Chapter 2: Developing a VDC Department
Chapter 3: Model Based Estimating
Chapter 4: Logistics Model
Chapter 5: Sequencing Schedule Model
Chapter 6: Subtrade 3D Coordination
Chapter 7: Lift Drawing (or Concrete Comprehensive Drawing)
Chapter 8: Model-based Layout (BIM with Surveying)
Chapter 9: Digital Fabrication
Chapter 10: Robotics and AI
Chapter 11: Applied Research Process Prototype and Future Development Case Studies: Commercial, Office, Apartment, Housing
Case Studies: Commercial, Office, Apartment, Housing
Chapter 1: Overview on Contractor’s BIM Approaches
Chapter 2: Developing a VDC Department
Chapter 3: Model Based Estimating
Chapter 4: Logistics Model
Chapter 5: Sequencing Schedule Model
Chapter 6: Subtrade 3D Coordination
Chapter 7: Lift Drawing (or Concrete Comprehensive Drawing)
Chapter 8: Model-based Layout (BIM with Surveying)
Chapter 9: Digital Fabrication
Chapter 10: Robotics and AI
Chapter 11: Applied Research Process Prototype and Future Development Case Studies: Commercial, Office, Apartment, Housing
Case Studies: Commercial, Office, Apartment, Housing
- No. of pages: 350
- Language: English
- Edition: 1
- Published: August 1, 2028
- Imprint: Woodhead Publishing
- Paperback ISBN: 9780443335761
- eBook ISBN: 9780443335778
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Chung Ho
Dr Chung Ho is a VDC (Virtual Design and Construction) Project Manager at Turner Construction Company. She has worked with Building Information Modelling (BIM) projects since 2010. Chung Ho holds a Ph.D. in Construction Management from the University of Washington, where she carried out research on enhancing construction planning through Integrated Project Delivery and optimization techniques.
Affiliations and expertise
Turner Construction CompanyRF
Renzo di Furia
Renzo di Furia is a virtual construction professional specializing in fabrication tolerance modelling. He has worked with 3D modelling tools for over 18 years and developed a simplified VDC implementation approach for construction practices. His methods complement staff roles, promote operational excellence, maximize quality, productivity, and safety
Affiliations and expertise
RDF Consulting Services, LLC