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5 Benefits of Using Building Information Modeling in Facility Construction

By Corey Sipe, Associate Editor Mar 14, 2024 Building Controls

Updated: Mar 14, 2024

Building information modeling (BIM), a digital representation of the physical and functional characteristics of a facility, creates a shared knowledge resource for information, making it easier for facilities managers to make decisions, according to the Whole Building Design Guide (WBDG). The WBDG notes that while some might think of BIM as just 3D modeling and […]

10 Warning Signs of Foundation Problems

By Corey Sipe, Associate Editor Feb 14, 2024 Design and Construction

Updated: Feb 14, 2024

Facilities professionals should regularly inspect the inside and outside of their commercial properties to look for problems with their foundations. Keep in mind that commercial foundations are built differently than residential foundations so they can support the weight of the structure. According to Forbes, commercial property foundations can fail because of saturated or frozen soil […]