SmartBIM Objects Now an e-SPECS® Compliant BIM Library

Reed Construction Data and InterSpec help enhance BIM user experience

Norcross, GA (PRWEB) May 1, 2009 -- Reed Construction Data (www.reedconstructiondata.com/), a leading provider of BIM solutions, today announced its library of over 21,000 high-quality, parametric BIM objects is now an e-SPECS Compliant BIM Library. e-SPECS is an innovative product selection and specification software application from Interspec (http://www.e-SPECS.com/) allowing users to automate the process and preparation of coordinated construction documents.

Reed's object library includes a wide range of both generic and manufacturer-specific objects, embedded with crucial data to assist architects and designers in developing BIM models.

Making these SmartBIM objects e-SPECS Compliant allows the e-SPECS applications to utilize the information within the BIM models in order to automate the specification process. As objects in a model are changed, removed or replaced, the specifications are automatically updated to stay in sync.

"As a leader in BIM Solutions, it is imperative that we integrate tools as much as possible to make the adoption of BIM easier for the end users," said Candice Dobra, Director of BIM Solutions, Reed Construction Data.

Reed's SmartBIM Objects are available through SmartBIM Library 3.2, SmartBuilding Index and Autodesk Seek and offer content from a growing list of manufacturers including: Kolbe, Karona Inc., Hager Companies, LinEL Signature Skylights, Oldcastle Glass, Armstrong, Da-Lite Screen Company, Draper Inc., NanaWall Systems, ZeroFlush, Figueras International Seating, Next Door Company, Laticrete International, Skyco Shading Systems, Beta-Calco, Cornell Iron Works, Sun-Dome, GAF Materials Corp., PPG Industries, Coronet Lighting and more.

"The e-SPECS solutions combined with Reed Construction Data's high-quality BIM objects and SmartBIM Library 3.2 offer significant time savings and higher level document coordination for BIM users," said Seamus McGrady, InterSpecs Vice President of Sales and Marketing.

For more information on e-SPECS, visit www.e-SPECS.com.

About Reed Construction Data

Reed Construction Data, a division of Reed Business Information and the Inaugural Strategic Partner of the AIA, is a leading North American provider of construction information through a diverse portfolio of innovative products and services. Reed offers its customers building information modeling (BIM) solutions, construction project leads, building product information, construction cost tools, market analytics and construction news through a suite of online and print references. For more information, visit www.reedconstructiondata.com or call 877-REED411.

About InterSpec

InterSpec provides construction document management solutions and services built on its patented e-SPECS specification management technology. e-SPECS software automates the specification process by extracting the product and material requirements directly from the project's BIM models and drawings. e-SPECS integrates directly with all Autodesk Revit-based BIM products as well as with Autodesk's AutoCAD, AutoCAD Architecture and AutoCAD Systems products and supports all libraries of MasterSpec® and custom office masters. For architects and engineers who spend many hours on every project preparing construction specifications, e-SPECS software saves time and money while ensuring that the construction drawings are coordinated with the specifications. For more information visit www.e-SPECS.com or contact sales at +1-207-772-6135 or email to sales (at) e-SPECS (dot) com.

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