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Biosphere

Trimble BIM solutions were used for the coordination of the various lots, structural work, carpentry, IFC exchanges, and 3D modeling.

About the project

Project category

Commercial

Company

MTECHBUILD

Location

France

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Project in numbers

Timber frame

100 m3

Steel envelope

30 tonnes

Flat and curved glazing

1,200 m²

Trimble products used

Tekla Structures, Tekla Model Sharing, Trimble Connect

Biosphere

Commercial building. This project's special features are its curved roof shape, timber frame, and mixed wood/aluminum brise soleil cladding.

Challenges to meet

Design, manufacture, and assembly of a curved glass envelope
Design, manufacture, and assembly of wooden sunshades

Use of Trimble BIM solutions for:

Coordination of the various lots, structural work, and carpentry. IFC exchanges.
3D modeling of reconstructed welded sections (PRS).
Simultaneous work by several collaborators via Tekla Model Sharing.

MTECHBUILD's main role:

Constructor / Fabricator

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