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Building with BIM

The industry is moving towards greater sophistication in design and engineering information management, better efficiencies in construction and lower reliance on manual labour on site. Hugely transformative technological tools are bringing in systemic shifts in all aspects of design and construction. Data analytics linked to computational design tools allow for intelligent, informed design with much […]

Supreme e-lite PEX piping systems

Positive Tension

The use of post-tensioned slab has reduced construction time by 30 per cent as opposed to conventional system of construction. Breakthrough technology of 2016 Construction technology wise, post-tensioned concrete is permeating to other building typologies like hospitals and hotels and bringing more flexibility in interior design. In the design of such buildings flexibility is key […]

Adani Properties bags Dharavi redevelopment project worth Rs 5,069 crore

Ushering net-positive buildings

Earlier many architects were talking of net-zero energy buildings, but now there is trend to design net-positive buildings. As per Surinder Bahga, Architect, Saakaar Foundation, it is difficult to spell out which particular technology was introduced in 2016. However, but surely to make buildings energy-efficient; solar panels and wind turbines are being integrated in the […]

Adani Properties bags Dharavi redevelopment project worth Rs 5,069 crore

Steel, the future

Steel is perhaps being looked upon as the futuristic material for affordable, faster and long life application in construction. In today’s global context there has been rapid exchange of technology all over the world. A decade back the modern technology, methodology and advanced execution processes were not known in this part of the world. “With […]

Making of Ayodhya

3D Printing set to revolutionise construction industry

Future building materials will take their cue from current scientific technologies. Drone Surveying and 3D Concrete Printing The act of building is a basic component of human activity. For centuries, humans have created structures, beginning with the simplest of huts to the most modern of skyscrapers. As per Vibhor Mukul Singh, Principal Architect & Proprietor, […]

Adani Properties bags Dharavi redevelopment project worth Rs 5,069 crore

Constructinfotech: A boon for Metro design professionals

Construction Information Technology has certainly helped Metro design professionals. In a country like India where infrastructure needs to be developed at a faster pace, it is necessary that new technological developments are incorporated into construction. R&D in the field of construction safety, health and environmental considerations of construction impacts, construction chemicals, equipment, real time design […]

Adani Properties bags Dharavi redevelopment project worth Rs 5,069 crore

Adding accurate imagery to construction with virtual reality

3D Printing, virtual reality allows us to showcase our design to the client providing accurate imagery and experience. Transforming the industry From Computer-Aided Design to the advent of drones, in surveying, mapping and increasing the overall efficiency of work, technology is continuously transforming the construction industry, believes Ar. Naresh V Narasimhan Head of Venkataramanan Associates. […]

EarthCam 4D Brings Construction Digital Twins to Life

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