Getting more value out of building information modeling (BIM) for the owners and contractors of construction projects has lead Tekla Corporation to expand its Tekla Structures solution offering. The Tekla Structures for Construction Management concept will be announced at this year's Big 5 Exhibition held in Dubai, UAE, from 25th to 29th November.Upcoming for launch in 2008, Tekla Structures for Construction Management is a platform of information-model-based solutions that supports contractors, sub-contractors, and project management professionals by centralizing project data into a visual 3 and 4-dimensional context. Schedule and cost control can be realized by an effective and informed communication and decision-making process that results from managing the fragmented nature of both project planning and performance data.
"The Tekla model can be used to model the whole process from project planning to site management, i.e. to plan and schedule the structures, quantities and resources," says Mr. Tahir Sharif, Managing Director of Tekla Middle East. "Project managers can visualize the building in its as-built condition, locate the task in the building, and show their team the exact way to proceed."
"The Tekla Model is more than a 3D-Model. It's a rich database that carries information for constructing the project," adds Mr. Mohamed Hussein, Software Specialist at Tekla ME. "Tekla's new construction management tool helps visualize the project status throughout the different construction stages. This enhances the construction management process by enabling contractors, sub-contractors and project managers to have more control over their construction plans and helps them optimize the use of their resources." he points out. Mr. Sharif and Mr.Hussein, will be present at the Big 5 Exhibition in Dubai on 28th November to demonstrate the concept and answer further questions at Novotel Hotel.
In conclusion, Mr. Risto Raty, Executive Vice President of Tekla's Building & Construction business area says: "Tekla wants to be the leading developer of efficient BIM solutions for the construction industry. Getting more value out of the building information model for our customers, as well as streamlining the construction process, is important to us and has led us to expand our software solution offering."
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Tekla Corporation
Tekla is a leading international software company whose innovative software solutions make customers' core businesses more effective. Tekla's software products and related services are used mostly in building and construction, but also in energy distribution and by municipalities. Tekla Corporation has area offices and partner organizations worldwide. International operations account for more than 80% of net sales. Founded in 1966, Tekla is one of the oldest software companies in Finland. More information at www.tekla.comTekla Structure
Tekla Structures software is a building information modeling (BIM) tool that streamlines the delivery process of design, detailing, manufacturing, and construction organizations. While integrating openly with architectural models, its strength lies in the contractor end of the process. Thousands of Tekla Structures software users in more than 80 countries have successfully delivered BIM-based projects across the world.
Tekla Structures' ability to process extensive amounts of data enables the creation of detailed 3D models that apply to every stage of design and construction. From planning and design development through to fabrication and installation, Tekla models naturally develop in parallel, representing the "as-built" condition of a building.
Tekla Structures effectively integrates into any best-of-breed software driven workflow, while maintaining the highest levels of data integrity and accuracy. Such collaborative workflows are the key to minimizing errors and maximizing efficiency, resulting in high profitability and on-time project completion. Tekla Structures encompasses specialized configurations for structural engineers, steel detailers and fabricators, precast concrete detailers and manufacturers, as well as contractors.
For more information, please contact:
Tahir Sharif
Managing Director, Tekla ME, UAE
Tel. +971 4 3915641
Email: tahir.sharif@tekla.com
Mohamed Hussein
Software Specialist, Tekla ME, UAE
Tel. +971 4 365 4509
Email: mohamed.hussein@tekla.com
Press Release 2007
