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What is BIM and How Does it Benefit the Construction Industry?<\/strong><\/h1>\n[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.19.5″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]\n

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Building Information Modeling (BIM) is a digital representation of the physical and functional characteristics of a building. It is used to plan, design, construct, operate and maintain structures throughout their lifecycle.<\/span><\/p>\n[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_3″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_5,3_5,1_5″ make_equal=”on” module_class=” et_pb_row_fullwidth” _builder_version=”4.16″ width=”89%” width_tablet=”80%” width_phone=”” width_last_edited=”on|desktop” max_width=”89%” max_width_tablet=”80%” max_width_phone=”” max_width_last_edited=”on|desktop” module_alignment=”center” custom_margin=”|||” custom_css_main_element=”display: -webkit-box;||display: -moz-box;||display: -ms-flexbox;||display: -webkit-flex;||display: flex;||-webkit-flex-wrap: wrap; \/* Safari 6.1+ *\/||flex-wrap: wrap;” make_fullwidth=”on” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_5″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” custom_css_main_element=”-webkit-order: 2;||order: 2;||margin: auto;” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”3_5″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” custom_css_main_element=”-webkit-order: 1;||order: 1;||margin: auto;” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.19.5″ text_font=”||||||||” header_font=”||||||||” header_text_align=”left” custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}”]\n

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What are the benefits of BIM?<\/h2>\n

BIM provides a comprehensive overview of the entire construction process from concept to completion. The primary benefit of BIM is that it allows for better collaboration between all stakeholders in the construction industry. By creating a 3D model of the project, architects, engineers and contractors can more easily communicate with each other about design changes or potential issues before they become costly problems down the line. This also helps to reduce costs associated with rework due to miscommunication or misunderstanding between parties involved in the project.<\/p>\n

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BIM makes coordination easier<\/h2>\n

\u200b<\/span>BIM also makes it easier for contractors to coordinate work onsite by providing an accurate view of what needs to be done at any given time. With this information readily available, contractors can ensure that resources are allocated efficiently and that there are no delays due to lack of knowledge about where certain components need to go or how they should be installed.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/vertexcad.com\/bd\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2021\/11\/Vertex-Showroom-2.png” alt=”Steel Framing Software 3D BIM” title_text=”Vertex Showroom” align_tablet=”center” align_phone=”” align_last_edited=”on|desktop” _builder_version=”4.19.5″ global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.19.5″ text_font=”||||||||” header_font=”||||||||” header_text_align=”center” custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}”]\n

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BIM improves safety<\/h2>\n

Another key benefit of BIM is its ability to help improve safety onsite by providing detailed information about potential hazards such as hazardous materials or structural weaknesses that may not have been visible during traditional inspections. This can help prevent accidents and injuries caused by improper installation or unsafe working conditions.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/vertexcad.com\/bd\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2022\/10\/Hawo-kollaasi1.png” alt=”Tiny home factory” title_text=”Modular Homes by Hawo” align_tablet=”center” align_phone=”” align_last_edited=”on|desktop” _builder_version=”4.19.5″ global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.19.5″ text_font=”||||||||” header_font=”||||||||” header_text_align=”left” custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}”]\n

Better collaboration with BIM<\/h2>\n

Overall, Building Information Modeling offers numerous benefits for all stakeholders in the construction industry including improved collaboration between parties involved in projects; reduced costs associated with rework; improved coordination onsite; and enhanced safety measures through detailed visualizations of potential hazards. By utilizing this technology, you can save time and money while ensuring projects are completed safely and efficiently.<\/span><\/p>\n[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_5″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” custom_css_main_element=”-webkit-order: 1;||order: 1;||margin: auto;” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ fullwidth=”on” _builder_version=”4.19.5″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” global_module=”11756″ theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_fullwidth_code _builder_version=”4.19.5″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”]<\/ld-slot>[\/et_pb_fullwidth_code][\/et_pb_section]\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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