
Is 3D and BIM Right for Your Precast Business?
For many precast producers, especially those working in infrastructure or repeatable product lines, 2D AutoCAD remains sufficient. But for others—particularly those delivering custom components in

For many precast producers, especially those working in infrastructure or repeatable product lines, 2D AutoCAD remains sufficient. But for others—particularly those delivering custom components in

3D modeling has transformed the precast concrete industry. From enhanced coordination to reduced rework and faster fabrication, it’s now an essential part of any efficient workflow.

At the recent PCI Central Spring Meeting, a long-time EDGE customer shared a compelling visual illustrating how they use Design-Assist methods in precast construction projects.

When it comes to Building Information Modeling (BIM), there’s no shortage of powerful tools. Two popular options in structural and multi-disciplinary workflows are Tekla Structures and

The EDGE ticket tools make generating shop tickets for unique pieces across entire models a breeze. Drafters no longer have to spend hours and hours

Tilt-Up Construction vs. Precast Concrete: Key Differences Explained Tilt-up and precast concrete construction are innovative building methods known for their speed, cost efficiency, and design

As you read in our last post, there are some key advantages to utilizing tilt up concrete panels over precast. Tilt-up panels eliminate the need
This post provides a compilation of presentations made by members of PTAC Engineering for Autodesk University to elaborate on the options for accelerating precast modeling,
This compilation of webinars and presentations was compiled from the Precast / Prestressed Institute How Precast Builds series of webinars for North American members. Structured

One of the interesting facets of the EDGE Suite for Precast is it’s origins within the engineering industry. PTAC Engineering, LLC. has been in the