Brewing with BIM

Hey BWB Fans,  Welcome back to another exciting episode of Brewing with BIM. Join us as we introduce our new co-host, talk collaboration, education, and learn something new.  Find out more about Jordan:  LinkedIn Linktr.ee

Hey BWB Fans,  Welcome back to yet another jam packed episode of Brewing with BIM. Join us as we catch up, discuss data migration, review BIM for site and utility contractors, discuss Bluebeam's changes, and Autodesk University.

Hey BWB Fans,  In this episode we had the pleasure of connecting with Dave Ménard and Kate Kirwan of Unity. Unity has long been at the forefront of visualization but their recent acquisition of VisualLive has shown just how committed they are to the AEC industry. Dave and Kate give us a peak into Unity's focus on AEC and their mission to solve real problems. Tune in as we discuss digital twin...

Hey BWB Fans,  In this episode we break down some of the AU Sessions we are looking forward to most. For the sake of time we limited it to 5 each but there are just so many good ones this year.  What are some of your most anticipated sessions this year?

Hey BWB Fans,  In this episode we get to chat with another of the great staff at CAD DJM, Matt Webster. Tune into this episode to learn how Matt works with cutting edge technology such as scanning and VR. Like most of us in this space, Matt’s foray into construction technology was unconventional. Listen in as he explains his path to construction and hear how his passion for technology drives...

Hey BWB Fans, This episode was a long time in the making. After bonding on LinkedIn over beer, geography, and technology I knew I had to meet up with Seth. Upon meeting in person, he did not disappoint. Seth is passionate about his city, knowledgeable about local beer, and committed to developing meaningful spaces. This episode is packed with Cincinnati history, technology talk, reverence for grea...

Hey BWB Fans, This was an exciting episode and you are in for a treat. In this episode we dive into coordination, coordinates, scanning, BIM, and so much more with survey and VDC professional, Will Dam . Will is locally renowned expert out of the Pacific Northwest and works for one of the largest general contractors in the area, Andersen Construction. So grab your favorite drink and join us as we...

Hey BWB Fans,  We are back from break and wanted to kick 2022 off right. Tune in as we review some of the best construction and design tech of 2021, new features, trends, acquisitions, and headlines. There is much to cover as 2021 was a big year for construction tech. Don't worry, we find plenty of time for tangents and great alcohol. 

Hey BWB Fans,  If you've tuned in to prior episodes you've likely heard us talk about connecting GIS and BIM. In this episode we dive into one of the best ways to connect the data, GeoBIM. Don't worry, we find plenty of time for tangents and to drink great beer. Resources: ArcGIS Documentation Autodesk University Presentation

Hey BWB Fans,  In this episode of Brewing with BIM we explore the emerging importance data in construction. There are many forms of data in construction ranging from design data, project data, and even data that goes beyond a single project. As we move into these common data environments it's important to utilize tools to view across a single CDE and into financials, safety, risk, etc. We hav...

Hey BWB Fans,  In this episode of Brewing with BIM we dive into the world of scanning with the Existing Conditions crew. They are responsible for scanning some of the coolest projects in the Northeast. We tackle the hurdles of scanning and discuss why on some projects it is best to go with the pros. Grab a beer and tune in to a great episode. 

Hey BWB Fans,  In this episode of Brewing with BIM we go international as we talk with construction and BIM evangelist, Hannes Endriß's. Hannes is the CTO of German BIM startup, BIM2.  At BIM2 they are "bimifying" temporary, yet still very important, construction elements such as scaffolding and formwork. As a veteran of the industry with a background in engineering, Hannes has a unique...

Hey BWB Fans, Dave and I wanted to revisit the BIM basics, i.e. simpler tools that all can leverage. In this episode we dive into Bluebeam and review how it fits into the BIM and digital construction puzzle. If you are completely new to Bluebeam this one is definitely for you as we break down the different versions as well as use cases by discipline.

Hey BWB Fans,  In this episode of Brewing with BIM we dive into a BIM topic fresh on our mind, coordination. There is a lot to coordination and this will be something we dive into further as we pick apart VDC and all it entails. There are some pitfalls one should be aware of going into coordination as well as some tips to make your process smoother. Tune in as we jump in feet first. This epis...

Hey BWB Fans,  In this episode we get to talk with Steve Hill from Red Transit Consultants about the inner workings of CAD. Steve is an Autodesk Expert Elite and CAD wizard who has worked at some large civil and environmental firms. Today Steve owns his own company and helps his customers conquer CAD with plugins and custom development. Tune in as we drink, discuss, and learn!

Hey BWB Fans,  This episode is dedicated less to BIM and more to another topic near and dear to our hearts, muscle cars. We've got a few projects in the works and just wanted to talk about them. If you are looking for your weekly BIM fix fear not, we will return later this week with a new episode. 

Hey BWB Fans, In this episode we get to dive into scanning and BIM with Ron Nauta. Ron is the Director of VDC/BIM at Team Zelus. We had a great conversation around BIM & scanning pain points and workflows. Don’t worry we save plenty of time for tangents and amazing beers. Find out more about Ron : Find our more about Team Zelus :

Hey BWB Fans,  In this episode we get back to the primitive beings we are, BIM Apes. We are excited about all the new tech, AI, robotics, generative design, but that can be overwhelming to someone just getting into BIM. In this episode we get back to our roots and discuss simple steps to get into BIM and why it is beneficial. After all, BIM is more than creating complicated 3D models to look...

Hey BWB Fans, In this episode we get to dive into elements way beyond BWB comprehension yet somehow our special guest  makes it relatable. Join us as we talk AI and construction tech with the dynamic René Morkos. René is the founder of Alice Technologies. Alice has one of the coolest origin stories out there. Find out more about René and Alice Technologies at the links below. https://www.alic...

Hey BWB Fans, Join us and construction technology legend John Niles as we dissect beneficial workflows and tools for connecting point clouds to the cloud. If you aren't already familiar with John Niles of Gafcon, run don't walk to connect with him on LinkedIn . 

Hey BWB Fans, I’ll be the first to admit that while we love our guests and our format, every now and then you just have to go freeform. Dave and I had no agenda and just wanted to catch up on BIM, technology in general, and discuss somethings we’ve been seeing in the industry.

Hey BWB Fans, In this episode we start near the beginning identifying broken handover process between firms and disciplines on a project. Some of these age old problems still occur despite new contract types, BIM execution plans, and even long standing relationships. We know there is more here than meets the eye but we talk about this issue and others we are seeing and dive into how cloud collabor...

Hey BWB Fans,  In this episode of BWB, we dive into the new Autodesk Construction Cloud and related modules. There is much to explore! Whether you are new to ACC or transitioning from BIM 360 this is a must listen to podcast. Of course we dive into alcohol and a multitude of tangents. 

Hey BWB Fans,  In this episode we dive into real BIM problems with Chris Bowker of Valor VDC. Many of you know Chris as the BIM/VDC manager out of the mid-Atlantic who makes content useable for fabrication teams. Chris has tasked himself with making Revit content useable for the fab shops (i.e. constructible). So whether you need to account for buffers, need complex families, or just want to...

Hey BWB Fans, It’s hard to believe but this was our 50th episode and what an episode it was. For the big 5-0 we got to talk tech with a man who has been behind the scenes of some of the major technology transitions in the AEC industry. Of course I am talking about none other than Chris Ruffo. Like most of us in AEC tech, Chris’s path into the industry was somewhat untraditional. Chris’s path began...