2023-09-07 11:15
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Mackenzie Vaughan Hospital, in Vaughan, Ontario, is a multi-facility hospital. As part of the client input, XS CAD received architectural drawings, structural arrangements, RCP pl… Read More
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A resource for informative articles, tips, insights and industry best practice for pre-construction, virtual planning, MEP, 2D/3D CAD, BIM, and IPD. Read more about the benefits of these solutions to stakeholders operating in the AEC industry. Our blog is organised into specific topics - feel free to navigate the various sections on the right.
2023-02-01 05:44
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XS CAD provided MEP design and drafting services for an engineering consultant. The project scope included creating 100% design sets and tender sets for a residential complex. We r… Read More
2023-01-30 04:11
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Using the Revit model received from the customer, XS CAD provided clash-free prefab mechanical, plumbing services, pipework manufacturing, ductwork sheet metal, pipework spool and… Read More
2022-05-23 10:41
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Using Autodesk 3ds Max and Adobe Photoshop, we created 3D photorealistic rendered images for luxury residences in the Turks and Caicos Islands. The rendered images created for market… Read More
2022-05-23 10:02
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We provided 3D building and steel modelling, 3D M&E services modelling, clash detection, construction drawings for M&E installation and fitting and record drawings for a leadi… Read More
2022-05-06 11:46
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Based on 2D design intent drawings and using the latest version of Revit MEP, we created a spatially coordinated 3D model, coordination drawings and installation drawings for a 12,000… Read More
2022-05-06 11:38
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Using Revit MEP to coordinate 3D mechanical and pipework modelling to show equipment locations and piping systems for a world-class track and field stadium with 30 suites. We also iss… Read More
2022-05-06 10:04
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For a 7,000 sqm local government office complex with energy-efficient design in the southwest of the UK, we provided multiservice coordinated drawings. Using Revit MEP, we created a c… Read More
2022-05-06 09:46
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We provided 3D coordination of MEP services (including sprinklers), coordination across disciplines and coordinated MEP drawings and record drawings for 38,000 sqm of landmark offices… Read More
2022-02-10 21:31
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Using Autodesk Navisworks and Revit MEP to create a BIM model, we identified all clashes and delivered clash-free coordinated installation drawings for the largest science park in the… Read More
2022-02-10 21:24
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We provided building, structural and MEP services models for the ground and first floors and the plant area of a world-class bioscience research institute, with a bio incubator buildi… Read More
2022-02-10 18:18
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XS CAD was responsible for reviewing all design drawings before creating an accurate model of the interior and exterior, including the landscape, leisure and pool areas. We provided a… Read More
2022-02-10 17:59
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XS CAD used Revit MEP and Autodesk Navisworks to create coordinated 3D MEP models for various floors for the project. We were responsible for taking design drawings through to constr… Read More
2022-02-10 17:56
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XS CAD provided a range of services, including design development drawings, detailed construction drawing sets and 3D rendered images. Working with the design team’s concepts, w… Read More
2022-02-10 17:52
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During the design process of the local architect for the entire airport extension, we created a series of 3D models showing the new terminal areas in greater detail. Models were creat… Read More
2022-02-10 14:28
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We created a fully coordinated BIM model, utilising the Revit MEP platform, for a 799,000-sqft healthcare facility, with an academic centre, an amphitheatre, library, auditoriums, mee… Read More
2022-02-10 12:56
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We provided 3D building and steel modelling, 3D M&E services modelling, clash detection, construction drawings for M&E installation and fitting and record drawings for a leadi… Read More
2022-02-10 12:44
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We provided Keepmoat Homes, creator of more than 30,000 homes in the UK, with high-quality computer-generated images (CGIs), house exterior images, street scenes, site plans, VR 360… Read More
2022-01-31 07:20
Competition is fierce in the homebuilding industry. Standing out in the throng can come down to clever marketing. For a dynamic homebuilding industry, 3D house walk-throughs and animations d… Read More
2022-01-28 14:13
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3D laser scan to survey the building and to create a detailed building model, with spatial coordination and modelling for all MEP services. Scope included detailed construction drawin… Read More
2022-01-28 14:13
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XS CAD was appointed to provide MEP coordination services for the new section of the hospital. We were provided with a 3D design model, which we used with a number of design changes a… Read More
2022-01-28 14:12
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Working with the lead MEP contractor, XS CAD provided spatial 3D coordination for all areas, including a modularised layout for all corridors and the energy centre. We were responsibl… Read More
2022-01-28 14:10
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XS CAD provided MEP BIM coordination services using BIM Collaborate Pro as a collaboration platform for the Revit MEP model. Working from a 2D design, as well as traditional coordi… Read More
2022-01-28 14:10
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XS CAD was responsible for the creation of a fully coordinated BIM model, utilising the Revit MEP platform. Our scope included 3D modelling, coordination, coordinated drawings and sin… Read More
2022-01-27 11:08
Store designers make it look simple and easy, but there have always been challenges in incorporating retail marketing needs into retail design drawings and retail 3D modelling. Designers/arc… Read More
2022-01-20 10:56
As author and psychiatrist Scott Peck once said, ‘Share our similiarities, celebrate our differences.’ Building engineering consultants and contractors share certain similarities… Read More
2021-12-29 06:08
It’s inevitable. Amid the chaos of rising energy prices, climate change and depleting energy resources, solutions must be explored. In a world where building construction consumes the… Read More
2021-12-28 10:19
Pandemic-induced norms may have driven online sales to dizzying heights, but brick-and-mortar stores will always retain a certain appeal. They may have to be refurbished – out with the… Read More
2021-12-24 09:11
Just a little bit like good parenting, CDP, or the contractor’s design portion, is all about taking responsibility. Contractual obligations define the specific project parts that the c… Read More
2021-12-02 16:20
The prolonged Covid-19 pandemic has caused many disruptions, hurdles and economic difficulties. Increasingly, Covid vaccines have been on the frontline of defence against the virus.
At… Read More
2021-11-25 14:19
‘Keeping up with the Joneses’ is as important for homebuilders as it is for home buyers. Increasingly, homebuilders are using technology to work faster, more efficiently and not… Read More
2021-11-22 13:59
Nothing beats getting things right early on in an expansive project. In the world of large homebuilding projects, a minor miscalculation can lead to disastrous effects, which makes it essent… Read More
2021-10-29 10:02
XS CAD is pleased to announce Cole Riley as our new Regional Account Manager in the US. Cole received a Degree in Architecture from the Savannah College of Art and Design, where he also stud… Read More
2021-10-29 09:51
Although antique, colonial-style hotels may have a certain charm, many today prefer the comforts and conveniences of a modern hotel, one that is sufficiently and constantly upgraded. Hotel r… Read More
2021-10-25 07:11
During the onset of the pandemic and its global spread, XS CAD took vital steps to ensure the health and safety of our employees and those who come into contact with them, including encourag… Read More
2021-10-14 10:22
We, as building occupants no longer accustomed to living in the wild, take for granted the level of comfort we enjoy indoors. Well ventilated rooms that are temperature controlled, running w… Read More
2021-09-29 13:45
High-rise construction began in the late 1800s in the United States, and it scaled great heights on its journey into the 2000s. The scale of high-rise construction expanded horizontally as w… Read More
2021-09-14 07:47
As building construction accounts for over one-third of global energy consumption and nearly 40% of total direct and indirect carbon dioxide emissions, it becomes important for buildings the… Read More
2021-08-26 04:16
Building Information Modelling (BIM), a 3D model-based process to efficiently design, construct and manage buildings, fits into different sectors of building design.
BIM for Homebuilding… Read More
2021-08-16 12:18
Interlinked, interconnected and interesting, the line between drafting and design development can be fuzzy at times. Drafting, or draughting, in building design is the process of graphically… Read More
2021-07-27 14:00
Changes galore – that’s what the UK construction and housing market has seen in the past critical few years. The effects of Brexit, the pandemic and economic policies have result… Read More
2021-07-26 15:16
Unless you’ve been living in a cave for the past few decades, most design professionals are familiar with CAD, or computer-aided design. For years, CAD has been used to create 2D and 3… Read More
2021-07-13 13:25
We did it yet again!
XS CAD has been accredited the ‘MSE 1’ rating by CRISIL, an S&P Global Inc.-owned company, for the fifth consecutive year. This is the hig… Read More
2021-06-30 06:24
Doing the right thing is becoming increasingly popular in construction. Thus, sustainability is not just a hot topic or concept, it is now a concept that can be and must be implemented as mu… Read More
2021-06-28 14:04
What’s in it for Homebuilders?
Cost-effective
Using BIM technology helps cost estimation before construction, e.g. labor payroll, cost-effective materials, duration, etc. can be esti… Read More
2021-06-28 07:07
XS CAD has renewed its NASSCOM membership, furthering an enduring relationship.
NASSCOM is the prestigious trade body and chamber of commerce for India’s technological indust… Read More
2021-06-25 04:06
Homes, like many dreams, leave a visual impression in the minds of a home buyer, and as such, designers need to accurately represent that visualisation. In the current scenario, this need ha… Read More
2021-06-22 13:46
XS CAD, a UK-based global design, BIM and CAD services provider, assists in the design and development of global retail projects according to local codes and standards.
Retail drawings that… Read More
2021-05-28 10:03
Ideas, or concepts, rule the roost in retail design. In a design industry that can heavily influence sales, it is crucial to communicate concepts accurately and efficiently. High-quality 3D… Read More
2021-05-20 14:49
It can be chaotic. Scores of people on site, endless meetings, a steady stream of RFIs and submittals being created, materials being loaded and unloaded – managing a building construct… Read More
2021-05-17 15:31
XS CAD contributed to help buy oxygen concentrators as a part of NASSCOM’s overall target of helping 10,000 home quarantined Covid patients.
NASSCOM foundation’s ‘Help Come… Read More
2021-05-05 13:23
Fires are unpredictable. Computational fluid dynamics (CFD) is an analytical tool that predicts or calculates fluid flows and can be used by fire design service providers to help design an e… Read More
2021-04-27 13:16
Star Wars fans will always remember the thrill of their first introduction to light sabres, the oh-so-cool laser swords. Though maybe not as exciting, laser scanning procedures in constructi… Read More
2021-04-26 14:45
As the Coronavirus continues to grow rapidly in our immediate surroundings in India, we continue to adjust and adapt to ensure continuity for our teams and our customers.
At XS CAD, processe… Read More
2021-04-26 14:45
As the Coronavirus continues to grow rapidly in our immediate surroundings in India, we continue to adjust and adapt to ensure continuity for our teams and our customers.
At XS CAD, processe… Read More
2021-04-21 10:06
Why are we here? What is our purpose? Esoteric questions such as these are likely to be understood only by an elite group of philosophers with specialised knowledge or interest in certain co… Read More
2021-04-15 04:24
Yes, we are manipulated by the retail industry – and we like it. Retailers think very seriously about how we think, what we like, who we are and who we want to be. Since we typically m… Read More
2021-04-02 13:19
After many years of operating from New York, XS CAD has set up its East Coast office in Wilmington, Delaware. The new address is:
XS CAD Inc.
1000 N West Street
Suite 1200
Wilmington
DE 1980… Read More
2021-03-17 04:15
Prospects were bright in 2002 for XS CAD when it was launched in the UK, and it has continued to shine over the years. Completing 19 years as a successful CAD, BIM and design servi… Read More
2021-03-12 12:52
Towers have fascinated man since buildings were first created. They symbolised status, wealth and power. Today’s high-rise structures are more functional. Sometimes combining residenti… Read More
2021-03-03 09:27
As the Coronavirus continues to inhabit our world and work, we continue to adapt.
At this time, we can solve new challenges and explore opportunities. Our data-driven processes help you, our… Read More
2021-02-26 13:47
It may not exactly be dog eat dog, but competition is fierce in the construction industry, especially for large-scale or high-rise building projects. Efficient construction design has proven… Read More
2021-02-19 13:30
Parameters for office design include advanced technology, safety, comfort and security, all while being environmentally friendly. Flawless mechanical, electrical and plumbing (MEP) systems d… Read More
2021-02-15 13:35
‘The best laid plans of mice and men’ is a famous line from a poem about a mouse whose nest was destroyed by the poet Robert Burns. Men also create designs for their own nests th… Read More
2021-01-22 13:14
A long time ago, somewhere in the Third World, a large, luxury-fitted, modern apartment complex was built in record time and apartment units were sold, only for residents to discover that th… Read More
2020-12-31 11:04
Function and aesthetics must merge flawlessly in bathrooms. To enable this, bathroom design needs thought, expertise and seamless execution. Prefabricated bathroom modules or bathroom pods a… Read More
2020-12-24 14:35
Hospital patients are one of society’s most vulnerable groups, which makes it imperative that healthcare facilities make them comfortable and safe for the duration of their stay. As th… Read More
2020-12-16 14:22
Manufacturers in the AEC industry deal with special requirements, special equipment and special clients. There is an equally special process – the BIM (Building Information Modelling)… Read More
2020-12-08 07:50
Most modern schools and universities offer Internet and free Wi-Fi facilities to their students and accept class work sourced from the Internet. Today’s educational institutes have int… Read More
2020-11-30 11:34
Current hero in the construction industry, prefabrication is something everyone wants a piece of – literally. As prefabrication extends to modular construction services, the creation o… Read More
2020-11-27 11:57
Plant rooms may call to mind the concept of greenhouses, but they are far less pretty in the MEP (mechanical, electrical, plumbing) landscape. Dedicated to housing mechanical equipment and r… Read More
2020-11-21 13:57
Anything and everything can be improved, and when it comes to improving building design, software tools that offer accuracy, versatility, ease and speed are sure to find popularity. Hevacomp… Read More
2020-11-17 15:15
Right up until the mid-1990s, most schools and universities did not offer Internet and free Wi-Fi facilities to its students or accept class work sourced from the Internet. In fact, it was a… Read More
2020-11-06 17:21
Today’s MEP engineer or architect wants to choose the most appropriate components or fixture from many different brands in the shortest possible time. Clear and detailed communication… Read More
2020-10-12 12:00
The main advantage of MEP designers in India for Western construction? A single source for MEP design services being effectively delivered in the shortest time, at a cost-effective rate. The… Read More
2020-10-07 04:51
Working from home is fast becoming a global trend that is no longer a choice or a luxury. It has already become a necessity for many the world over and may likely remain so indefinitely. The… Read More
2020-09-30 11:46
Home designers and clients are finding it easy to use Revit Architecture services for their home design requirements. As Building Information Modelling (BIM) is becoming a major innovation f… Read More
2020-09-28 09:04
Dynamic retail lighting is an important factor in successful retail sales. Creating a relaxing atmosphere for customers encourages them to stay in the store longer and examine the merchandis… Read More
2020-09-21 04:14
It’s almost like diving into the unknown – except, it doesn’t have to be. When a Building Information Modelling (BIM) manager has to make the decision to outsource the BIM… Read More
2020-09-17 04:50
It can be a tricky business. Balancing the needs and constraints of retailers with the science of architecture involves building trust based on communication, creativity and a clear understa… Read More
2020-09-04 05:22
Increase sales! More than anything, retail outlets want to increase revenue in as many ways as possible. One of those ways is by customising retail lighting to provide more than just the rig… Read More
2020-08-21 06:47
Close on the heels of yet another CRISIL ‘MSE 1’ rating, XS CAD has also renewed its URS ISO 9001:2015 certification.
XS CAD’s quality management URS ISO 9001:2015 c… Read More
2020-08-19 05:38
Grey Edge, a training and recruitment division of XS CAD, has renewed its ATC (Authorised Training Centre) certification and its position as a leading training institution and Autodesk Learn… Read More
2020-08-17 13:38
Whatever happens, the show must go on. And some businesses around the world are putting on quite the show. Determined to ensure business continuity during the time of Covid-19 and its result… Read More
2020-08-14 07:29
The Covid-19 pandemic has continued to cause disruption to the global economy for almost 6 months. Whilst regional lockdowns will help to control the virus, a vaccine is likely to be t… Read More
2020-08-10 04:54
Walking into a famous burger retail chain outlet or a well-known tech giant’s retail space anywhere in the world, there are always going to be familiar features and a few not-so-famili… Read More
2020-07-28 07:17
In so many ways, 2020 is poised to become a watershed year for global change. The Coronavirus pandemic has affected and will affect a range of industries, generations of people and the envir… Read More
2020-07-21 12:40
When large homebuilders use local architects for their projects, they are having the cake and eating it too, with cherries on top. Architects from or near the project site provide several pe… Read More
2020-07-13 05:37
Keeping pace with technological advancements, the retail industry has decided not to be left behind on the constantly evolving juggernaut of change. Retail chains with a global presence have… Read More
2020-07-06 12:41
Working from home is fast becoming a global trend that is no longer a choice or a luxury. It has already become a necessity for many the world over and may likely remain so indefinitely. The… Read More
2020-06-29 08:22
When the global spotlight in construction is highlighting sustainability, can BIM (Building Information Modelling) be far behind? Using the functionality of Revit families, residential BIM m… Read More
2020-06-25 13:52
Libraries have transformed from a quiet haven filled with seemingly endless shelves of books to a virtual environment necessary for modern construction. Residential design drawings now can b… Read More
2020-06-18 04:33
We did it again!
XS CAD has been accredited the ‘MSE 1’ rating by CRISIL, an S&P Global Inc.-owned company, for the fourth year running. This is the highest cr… Read More
2020-05-29 12:08
Family benefits come in many forms, but Revit families provide particular benefits for the development of residential construction drawings. Most construction industry professionals have eit… Read More
2020-05-06 04:46
According to industry sources, the Covid-19 lockdown in many countries, especially in the West, are seeing more visitors online, on homebuilding sites, than ever before. How could this be? W… Read More
2020-04-29 06:26
‘It takes a village to raise a child,’ a wise African once said. Well, it takes several teams of professionals to raise a building, and like the squabbles of family members, inte… Read More
2020-04-24 10:43
The short answer is that an MEP consultant provides an accurate, clash-free and detailed design. An MEP contractor makes sure that construction adheres to the intended design, provided by th… Read More
2020-04-22 09:18
‘Getting in tune with nature’ is a ringing chorus around the world during the growing clamour for practical measures against climate change, virulently contagious diseases and ou… Read More
2020-04-22 08:48
The Covid-19 pandemic is fraught with a range of challenges on a global scale. XS CAD has responded promptly to those challenges by forming an internal team to plan and communicate protocols… Read More
2020-04-16 15:13
Behind every building constructed for optimum human comfort is an efficient building services system. Ideally, this system, also known as an MEP (mechanical, electrical, plumbing) system or… Read More
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