{"id":36517,"date":"2016-11-16t15:56:12","date_gmt":"2016-11-16t20:56:12","guid":{"rendered":"\/\/www.deco-dalles.com\/?p=36517"},"modified":"2019-10-23t16:45:08","modified_gmt":"2019-10-23t20:45:08","slug":"5-free-bim-tools-for-beginners","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"\/\/www.deco-dalles.com\/5-free-bim-tools-for-beginners\/","title":{"rendered":"5 free bim tools that can help you get started"},"content":{"rendered":"

why aren’t you using bim yet?<\/p>\n

the impact of bim (building information modelling) on construction projects has increased over time and now there are more bim software tools than ever before. the use of bim virtual reality, 3d modelling software<\/a> and 4d imaging is starting to revolutionize the builder’s lifecycle. it allows contractors to make better design decisions, reduce waste, and perhaps even reach that elusive goal of finishing on-time and on-budget.<\/p>\n

why should you implement bim<\/a> or even give it the time of day? \u00a0imagine the efficiencies in\u00a0viewing a 4d model of your contract building before the footings are poured. imagine being able to make design changes without losing money and wasting man power. bim provides a solid advantage both to owners and contractors.<\/p>\n

in a study conducted by mcgraw-hill construction, between 2007-2012 bim usage increased from 17% to 71%<\/a> in the us and has become standardized in the drafting and design industry.<\/p>\n

users of bim of report, as noted in the mcgraw-hill study, that 4d models\u00a0provide more accuracy, lead to fewer claims and issues, and \u00a0influence shorter project durations.<\/p>\n

if you’re not yet beginning to use bim modeling, maybe it’s time to get on-board.<\/p>\n

here are 5 free and open-source bim software tools to help you get started with bim.<\/p>\n

5 free bim tools for beginners<\/h2>\n
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1.\u00a0graphisoft<\/a>\u00a0bimx<\/h3>\n

this is an interactive viewer that uses hyper-model technology that integrates 2d and 3d project navigation. this viewer can be used on mobile devices (ios and android) and makes communication between the office and on-site flow better. it has advanced map display technology that makes navigating and adding links to the 2d sheet easier.<\/p>\n