Avatech Solutions, Inc. (AVSO.OB) announced that Barton Malow has contracted Avatech Solutions for their next project. Under the terms of this agreement, Avatech is to assist Barton in the design and construction of a Michigan state highway transportation facility.
Mark Falzarano, Cordiator for Barton, stated, “We have been working with Autodesk Revit to build 3D models with an initial focus on determining constructability. Now we want to integrate the construction side of our business with the design side, incorporating construction phasing using time-lapsed models to visualize a project as it would be constructed, known as 4D. We also want to identify construction costs early on in the design process, using the model, known as 5D. Because Avatech has so much experience and many successful implementations we will leverage their experts and apply that knowledge throughout the organization.”
Jim Dome, Barton’s Service Leader, added, “Building information modeling allows the virtual design of a project prior to breaking ground and permits our designers and engineers to eliminate problems prior to construction. We see huge potential for better coordination, improved times to completion and reduced costs on the construction side. Pulling the construction schedule into the model itself to look at manpower issues and analyze construction on an ongoing basis is the next phase in our move to fully realize the power of BIM across all disciplines and all dimensions.”
Bruce White, Avatech’s Senior Vice President, concluded, “Avatech brings our experience working with BIM at scores of customer sites, to forward thinking GCs like Barton Malow. Our professionals excel with clients who need not only technical help, but also best practices in design and construction collaboration across the entire building project lifecycle.”
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