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so much more efficient and it is also
allowing us to offer more efficient
solutions.
“We have a lot of technical expertise
in areas like blast design and this
would not be viable without the
computer modelling that we use. As
far as documentation goes we have
readilyembracedbuilding information
modelling which is basically about
drawing a 3D model of any structure
within a virtual construction model.
“We are using this on every new
structural project. This helps the
project timeline and is sometimes
used for the operation and
maintenance of the building as well.
Moving forward, building operators
will have a 3D model that they can
use to find out if any maintenance
is needed or if they want any work
done they can make use of the
model. This technology is rapidly
evolving and we make sure that
we are the forefront of any new
development in the area.”
Sustainability
When awarding projects, most
companies specify that they
would like to lower their impact
on the environment. Historically,
one of the biggest problems with
implementing sustainable designs
was quantifying and verifying the
benefits derived from these efforts.
The Green Star environmental rating
system implemented by the Green
Building Council of Australia has
provided a solution. Pritchard Francis
has worked on several jobs where
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