The bridge between dusty archives and modern, editable project files starts when you convert scanned paper to CAD. The process starts with a clear scan. It is ideally in the 300-600 DPI range. Once the image is deskewed, despeckled, and cropped, it can be translated into vector format with tools. These include AutoCAD’s PDFIMPORT or […]
Don’t yank the cover off just because the calendar says “spring”. Timing your pool opening is the single easiest way to dodge headaches later. Open too early and you’ll be throwing money at extra chemicals and elbow grease. If you wait too long, you may inherit a green, algae-riddled mess and lose prime swim days. […]
The backyard pool business is surprisingly huge and a little bit wild. Recent reports suggest that Americans own roughly 10.7 million pools (about 10.4 million are residential and roughly 309,000 are public or commercial), which means there’s roughly one pool for every 31 people. Builders and designers are still busy. After the pandemic boom cooled, […]
Open almost any modern building plan, car design, or even a 3D-printed gadget, and behind it you’ll usually find a CAD file. Short for Computer-Aided Design, these files are the digital blueprints of our time. But what is a CAD file in 2026? Actually, it’s more than a drawing. In recent times, it has become […]
While it may not seem like a big deal but in reality, choosing a contractor or full-time employee can impact your construction projects greatly. The New York Times quoted that OnContracting estimates suggest a technology company can save up $100,000 by hiring a contractor. But that doesn’t mean contractors are always a better choice for […]
If you are a designer, hobbyist prototyper at home or a business dealing with manufacturing products, you need 3D prints. From the initial designs to the final manufacturing, prototypes help in reducing errors and bring life to your vision. But, the most concerning question that comes to mind is How much do 3D printing services […]
Are you a BIM professional or Tekla detailing service provider looking forward to learn the process of exporting drawings from one model to another? This blog will be a good learning point for you on this matter. Exporting drawings and layouts from one Tekla model to another seems challenging, but it is a very straightforward […]
The concept of creating a prototype has evolved with the advent of new technology. In the past, prototypes were made with the help of paper and pencil, which was a time-consuming process. Any changes in the design through the conventional method were also challenging and time-consuming. This is the era of technology, where digital designs […]
Is Your House Showing You Something? Pay attention to the symptoms. Until it’s too late, you may not see signs of foundation damage or a possible sagging ceiling. Whether you’re remodeling, buying an outdated house or simply finding a problem, spotting when to bring someone in can help. The following blog will discuss only how […]
We are living in the age of technology. It is not wrong to say that this age is the age of revolution, driven by the rapid pace of technological advancements. Amidst this change, the urban landscape is also turning a tide, leading to the emergence of smart cities. You must be thinking of what these […]