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Reality Check, Is BIM Living Up to Its Promises?
What if I told you that over 90% of all Architectural, Engineering, Construction, and Operations (AECO) firms are engaged in BIM? Well, according to McGraw-Hill Construction (MHC), the construction data research arm of McGraw-Hill Publishing, that is the projected 2014 ...
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Takeaways from the 2014 ASHRAE Conference
I recently attended the 2014 ASHRAE Conference. If you know me, you’ll realize what a big deal this is, because I usually shy away from industry conferences and trade forums. So why did I attend this one?
Simply put ...
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Three Questions You Might Have About Building Sciences
What is computational fluid dynamics (CFD) modeling?
Computational fluid dynamics (CFD) modeling uses numerical methods to model almost any phenomena related to fluid flow and heat and mass transfer. In the building industry, CFD analyses can be used to analyze ...
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The Major Components of Building Envelope Commissioning
Some of the most common and costliest sources of building failure involve building envelopes. Building Envelope Commissioning (BECx) can significantly reduce the primary sources of these failures – air and moisture infiltration. It can also significantly reduce the operating costs associated ...
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5 Firsthand Lessons on the Integrated Design Process
What is an Integrated Design Process (IDP)? A quick Google search of the term yields numerous definitions that generally describe a collaborative design process requiring multidisciplinary analysis and responsibility to meet sustainable design goals that are environmentally, socially, and financially ...
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5 Tips for Writing Successful Posts on Your Professional Services Blog
Is your professional services firm thinking about launching a blog? Or maybe you already have one, but you think your traffic should be higher? If so, the following tips might help you in your quest to generate thoughtful blog content ...
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Managing Data Center Energy Use thru Virtualization
It is no secret that data centers consume lots of energy, both for computer processing loads and the HVAC energy to cool their processors. Data center virtualization focuses on reducing data center energy consumption while providing clients with a flexible ...
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