BIM Jet announces Schedule Connect DEMO version release

Boston - July 20, 2009 - Today BIM Jet, INC. announced the release of Schedule Connect DEMO, a new plug-in for Revit Architecture that connects Revit BIM models with Microsoft Project schedules.

This DEMO of Schedule Connect is full featured, the only limitation is in the number of tasks that can be exchanged between Revit and Microsoft Project. You will be able to test the tool for as long as you wish and, when ready, decide to purchase the full version.

They have had a tremendously positive response to Schedule Connect over the past few weeks. Now they are happy to announce a full featured demo version that anyone can install and run. In todays market, everyone is looking for an edge, and this release of Schedule Connect provides orders of magnitude in production efficiency. Our tool can do in five minutes what would normally take five hours to do the old way."

Under development the past year BIM Jet sees the Schedule Connector will accelerate 4D production when a BIM model is used on a project. By linking Autodesk Revit and Microsoft Project, the Schedule Connect software synchronizes the building information model and project schedule. First it generates a baseline schedule directly from the Revit model. Schedulers can then add detail and logic to the schedule. Later the schedule information is pushed back to the Revit model where 4D images can quickly be created.

With this connector tool, Architects and CMs (or GCs) will be able to save valuable time, concentrate more on the model and schedule, and less on waiting for the information to bounce from one end (BIM Model) to the other (Scheduling software).

About BIM Jet, INC.: BIM Jet, INC. is a young and vibrant privately held company formed in 2007 with the intent of bridging the gap between the BIM model and the need to retrieving its information in an easy, direct and efficient way. Today, BIM Jet continues to implement tools with the intent to facilitate the retrieval of BIM information directly from the model, and has widened the development of its tools to include applications that ease the link between relevant parts of the construction process. They strive to make technology useful and productive by reducing complexity and focusing on decision support. Often, IPD (Integrated Project Delivery), BIM (Building Information Modeling) and VDC (Virtual Design and Construction) processes and software are complex, difficult to use and hard to implement. BIM Jet's products connect technology with work flow processes, and allow decision makers access to project information, so they can focus on the solution not the technology. More details about their software and business are available at www.bimjet.com

Mastering Revit MEP & Mastering Revit Architecture

Mastering Revit Mep 2010

The expert authors relied on their years of experience to develop this exhaustive reference and tutorial. This perfectly paced book covers all the core concepts and functionality of Revit MEP, including interface, project setup and templates, worksharing, such mechanical concerns as building loads and ductwork, such electrical concerns as lighting and communications outlets, and such plumbing concerns as fixtures and water systems. The detailed book also features tips, tricks, and real-world exercises that only authors who use the software daily in a professional environment can know and explain.

Part I explores the basics of the interface, how to create and use project templates, how to improve efficiency with worksharing and collaboration, how to generate schedules that show quantities, materials, design dependencies, and more. Part II explores the mechanical side of Revit MEP. It includes chapters on creating logical air, water, and fire protection systems; evaluating building loads, including how to import and export gbxml (green building xml) files; placing air and water distribution equipment; duct routing and sizing; and mechanical pipe types, techniques, and connections. Part III covers the "E" in MEP and includes chapters on lighting, power receptacles and equipment, communication outlets and systems, and circuiting and panels. Part IV covers plumbing, including chapters on creating water systems, plumbing fixtures and their connectors, domestic water piping, and sanitary water piping. Part V explains how to best generate and model content. It includes chapters on solid modeling, creating symbols, using parameters, creating equipment, creating fixtures, and creating devices.

The book will feature real-world sidebars and hands-on tutorials that reinforce the detailed discussions.

Mastering Revit Architecture 2010

As Autodesks fastest-growing software package, Revit Architecture offers a new version that will require Revit users of all areas of expertisearchitects, project managers, designers, contractors, and building ownersto learn new skills. As the only complete tutorial and reference for the newest version of Revit software, this book provides you with a hands-on look at the Revit interface, explores key modeling principles, looks at design options and features, and shows how to best present designs, and discusses proven workflows and best practices. The in-depth discussions, real-world examples, and detailed tutorials are drawn from the authors professional experience using the program.

Redefine How You Design and Document with Revit Architecture 2010

Join the BIM revolution with the new edition of this bestselling guide from an expert author team of Revit professionals. Using clear explanations, detailed tutorials, and practical examples, they show you how to immediately implement and use Revit with spectacular results.

You'll start with a thorough look at Revit and BIM basics, before quickly moving into setting up and customizing tools, preparing templates and settings, and creating a library of components. From there, the book guides you through a wealth of information, including the new conceptual modeling environment, using Revit for green building analysis, implementing smart workflows, creating rich construction documents, and more. Packed with techniques, tips, and 16 pages of stunning examples in full color, this is the perfect resource to help you unleash your creativity with Revit Architecture 2010.

Coverage includes:

Customizing system families and project settings to create templates and make Revit match your style and needs

Using the new conceptual design tools to quickly build and rationalize complex geometry

Verifying early design decisions using massing studies and schedules

Mastering modeling principles of Revit

Understanding smart workflows--the power of groups, links, and design options

Learning practical techniques to achieve rich construction documentation

Collaborating, tracking changes, and coordinating processes

Measuring the effects of sun and shadow using solar animations

Move to BIM and Increase Your Productivity

Implement Revit and BIM Principles, and Learn Best Practices

Improve Your Workflows, Worksharing, and Collaboration

Learn Advanced Modeling and Presentation Techniques

Explore Sustainable Design with Revit Architecture

Enjoy Interoperability with Civil 3D 2010 and 3ds Max Design 2010

Autodesk India User Community

The Autodesk India team has introduce the all-new India communities site. Please log on http://communities.autodesk.com/india

Join the Autodesk User Community in India
Where you can form groups, connect with colleagues, access to resources available on their favorite Autodesk products and use the forums to interact with Autodesk and other users.

Be a part of this powerful group! Connect and share with design professionals just like you:

• Using similar products and combinations of products
• In similar industries and similar disciplines

Take advantage of the opportunity to publish material you would like to share with the community and learn from each other!

Connect with your fellow members
• Meet and network with your fellow professionals.
• Create public or private groups of peers.
• Reference your blog on the site and read the latest posts of your favorite bloggers.

Share with and learn from fellow professionals
• Connect directly to the Autodesk Discussion Forums to ask a question, share your knowledge and engage with your fellow members.
• Upload your own tutorials and material to share and download the documentation that others have made available.

Enjoy!

Why Building Information Modeling (BIM) is Key?

What is Building Information Modeling?

Building Information Modeling (BIM) is the creation and use of coordinated, internally consistent,
computable information about a building project in design and construction. This concept has
changed the way industry professionals worldwide think about how technology can be applied to
building design, construction, and management.
Building Information Modeling supports the continuous and immediate availability of project design
scope, schedule, and cost information that is high quality, reliable, integrated, and fully coordinated.
Among the many competitive advantages it confers are:
• Increased speed of delivery (time saved)
• Better coordination (fewer errors)
• Decreased costs (money saved)
• Greater productivity
• Higher-quality work
• New revenue and business opportunities
For each of the three major phases in the building life cycle - design, construction, and
management, Building Information Modeling offers access to the following critical information:
• Design phase - design, schedule, and budget information
• Construction phase - quality, schedule, and cost information
• Management phase - performance, utilization, and financial information

Why should one adopt BIM?

BIM is becoming the foundation of building design, visualization studies, contract documents,
analysis, simulation and facilities management. Here are some of the facts:
• The Dept. of Commerce predicts construction spending in the United States is to be $1.2
trillion for 2008. The Construction Specification Institute estimates there is up to 57% (over
$600 billion) non-value added effort or inefficiencies existing in current business models.
• There is an urgent need for construction industry stakeholders to maximize the portion of
services that add value in end-products and to reduce inefficiencies.
• The current approach to industry transformation is largely focused in efforts to optimize
design and construction phase activities and eliminate the inefficiencies between the
design, specification, bid, build and maintenance stages of a building.