ALL CONSTRUCTION PROJECTS FOLLOW THE SAME BASIC FORMULA. And that’s the problem, according to the MacLeamy Curve, a concept developed by renowned architect Patrick MacLeamy. In a traditional design, bid, build process, the further along you are along in the construction process the higher the cost of a design change.

Architects, engineers, sheet metal contractors, building managers and property owners all know Trimble’s building solutions in their respective fields. Now, Trimble is helping them know themselves by transforming their workflows.

Trimble and Mestek Machinery guide you through creating a successful, seamless workflow and how to use interoperability between software and hardware to grow your business.

Topcon Positioning Group announced the latest upgrade to MAGNET Collage Web, the web-based service enabling the sharing and collaboration of UAV and scanning data sets, including the ability to import BIM models, as well as CAD and GIS data.

No matter how much you try to keep track of all the moving pieces at job site, it’s those unexpected surprises that make you wish you could quickly shoot back to your shop for a regroup. Whether you are fabricating a part or managing an installation from start to finish, here are a few top-rated apps that will keep you and your crew on track to a job well done. 

Vero Software says its recently launched Edgecam 2015 R2 computer-aided design and manufacturing software contains a number of enhanced features for milling, turning and wire electrical discharge machining.

Hypertherm, a U.S. based manufacturer of plasma, laser, and water-jet cutting systems, is introducing Version 11.1 of its ProNest software, which includes enhanced features.

Managing a successful HVAC construction service operation isn’t easy.

Hurst Boiler Inc, an international manufacturer of hot-water boilers, has launched its new, user-friendly online computer-aided design website.

The Radan computer-aided-manufacturing program by Vero Software includes a total of 180 improvements, including nesting upgrades that increase productivity while maximizing materials and maintaining ease of use.