With all this talk about decimation and removing many of those original points in the cloud, how does one know if they’ve removed too many points? Here is how I do it.
Insert the point cloud into Civil 3D.
Make a surface from the original point cloud, but only a small subset, so it’s not too big.
Make a surface from the decimated classification using the same red border as above. This so you can tell how many points are used for each surface within that area.
Make an alignment and profile sampling both surfaces and have a look. The blueis the original, the redis the decimated cloud. Some of it is bang on and some of it isn’t. You get to decide if you have decimated too much.
Are there any other ways to decimate that are better? VRMESH and Pix4D are expensive applications that do this, but I have limited experience with them. Civil 3D, however, has one more trick up its sleeve.
Make a new surface and paste the original point cloud surface into it. Yes, the big one, but remember that it’s only using the points within the red border.
Use the Simplify Surface editing tool. The highlighted number is where you can experiment. The bigger the number, the more points will be removed.
Sample this new surface in the profile view with the other 2 and compare. The purple profile was created with this new surface. That surface contains about the same number of points as the one created using the decimated cloud from Recap.It is closer to the original.
What does this mean? Is Civil 3D’s Simplify Surface tool better than Recap’s “Intelligent Decimation”? In my experience, I find that yes, it can give me a better result. But not always. Even in this same dataset, there are areas where the decimated cloud is closer to the original. The redline below.
Here is my philosophy. This works best for me. Your mileage may vary depending on your point cloud.
If a cloud has 80 million points, it is more efficient to decimate it using Recap before it ever comes into Civil 3D.
Decimate in Recap, but maybe not as much as you would like. E.g., if I think 1 million points is the right number for my Civil 3D surface, I will decimate to 2 or 3 million.
After modeling the surface, use the Simplify tool to get the surface down to that 1-million-point mark, or whatever your intended number is.
HIVE Standards is a system that helps BIM managers check and maintain the quality of Revit family content for the organization. It is set up in the HIVE Portal and runs automatic checks on the content in chosen libraries. It can also be modified to fit the organization’s own standards.
Qualified content in a library has the checks performed. If you have 500 items in a library, there may be only 100 items that qualify.
What qualifies a piece of content?
families of versions greater than Revit 2020
families that can exist outside of a Revit project model
families that have not been automatically upgraded (checks the source version only)
Select the “Standards” tab and select the “Family Ruleset” on the left side bar.
Select the applicable settings to be used for checks.
Include Shared Parameter Use in Automated Rating: if a shared parameter file has been uploaded to HIVE, it will be used in this check
Include Custom Parameter Use in Automated Rating: checks for parameters not typically found in families (such as built-in parameters)
Include Custom Parameter Naming in Automated Rating: checks that custom parameters meet the established naming rules
Include Parameter Grouping in Automated Rating: checks that parameter groups follow established rules
File Size: set a maximum size for the family file and include it in the rating
Include Mapping in Automated Rating: check that the mapping used follows established standard
Include Unused in Automated Rating: check if there are unused sub-categories
Reference Plane Naming in Automated Rating: check if the reference planes are named according to established standard
Exclude Public Content with Combined Rating Less than Minimum: content from public libraries rated below this threshold will not be shown in search results
Exclude Org Content with Combined Rating Less than Minimum: content rated below this threshold will not be shown in search results
Along with the Family Ruleset settings, additional options with the Common Standards can be applied. Common Standards are organization specific standards that apply to both projects and families. To access the Common Standards, in the left side bar select Common Standards.
Configuring Common Standards
You can upload your organizations Shared Parameter file to be used for various features within standards such as family checking.
You can use Parameter Grouping to establish valid parameter groups to be used with standards, select it from the left tree and use the arrow to add it to the right.
In addition to the Common Standards, you can set Parameter Name Rules and Custom Sub-Categories
Valid Parameter Name Parts: put valid parts of names that should be used when naming parameters. ie. ARCH E_ LC-
Invalid Parameter Name Parts: combinations of letters and symbols of names that should not appear in parameter names.
Running Family Standard Checks
Select the libraries you want from the organization list by ticking the boxes next to them. A green button will show up on the top right corner of the list when you do that. Press this button to start the process.
The checking process runs silently, without requiring any input from the user.
A scoring process is used during the check (Ex: Identity Data, MEP Connectors, Warnings etc.) to validate the content against the Family Standards settings (Family Ruleset and Common Standards).
You will receive a email with the review results and have the ability to download a Excel file that consists of all the results from the checks.
You can access and review the data in multiple ways.
Directly using the Excel spreadsheet, leveraging PowerBi and utilizing the WebAPI are a few examples.
For more information on CTC HIVE Family Standards visit www.ctcsoftware.com.
For any questions reach out to your sales rep or contact us at info@solidcad.ca.
Au Québec, il est très courant d’installer Windows avec des préférences régionales « francophones » par défaut, comme une « , » pour symbole de décimale et un « ; » comme séparateur de listes, ce qui peut mener à un conflit avec plusieurs applications dans Civil 3D.
Nature du problème
Depuis la version 2024.3, Civil 3D lit maintenant ce choix de symboles dans les préférences de Windows pour les utilisés dans la condition d’inclusion des groupes de points « par numéro », utilisée constamment lors de l’importation de points à partir d’un fichier ASCII (CSV, TXT, etc.). Civil 3D écrit toutefois le groupe de point COGO comme si la « , » était encore le symbole « ET », mais Windows francophone ne le reconnait pas.
Donc, si vos paramètres régionaux sont francophones et que le symbole de séparateur de liste n’est pas encore changé dans Windows (en français), le symbole “,” ne sert à rien.
Exemple : Dans le cas suivant, le groupe arrête de lire les points passé la première virgule, et n’inclura donc seulement que les points entre les numéros 1000 et 1018.
Ceux qui ont Windows en anglais n’ont pas ce trouble, comme c’est un setting “régional”.
La solution
En attendant d’avoir une solution officielle fournie par Autodesk, il faudra changer la préférence des caractères dans Windows pour avoir « , » comme séparateur de liste officiel. Voici les étapes pour y arriver.
Aller dans les Paramètres Windowsè section Région et cliquer le lien Date, heure et paramètres régionaux supplémentaires.
Cliquer sur Modifier les formats de date, d’heure ou de nombre.
3. Cliquer sur le bouton Paramètres supplémentaires.
4. Changer le symbole de décimal de « , » à « . », et changer le symbole de séparateur de listes de « ; » à « , ».
Most survey and design firms these days rely on point cloud data to some degree. It is often faster, easier, and safer to survey using aerial or ground-based scanners compared with traditional survey methods.
“But these clouds clog up my Civil 3D drawing when I make a surface.” You say. I’m here to tell you that they don’t have to! The dataset is always huge, tens or even hundreds of millions of points. When the deliverable is a surface model in Civil 3D, 3 things must happen.
This is the third and final in a series of three articles outlining how Autodesk Recap and Civil 3D are used to carry out these tasks. Click here for the firstarticle in this series. Click here for the second.
Task 3: Import to Civil 3D and model a surface.You may already know this step, but since Recap has been used to classify and decimate the points, there is a new task in Civil 3D.
Once the point cloud has been attached, all the points will show, and it seems logical to go here and ensure that ONLY the decimated points (Key) are visible so we can model the surface using only those points.
Yes, only the Key points are visible, but when we try to model the surface, Civil 3D is using all 15 million of them, not the 10,000 that was specified during the decimation process. Autodesk is aware of this “defect”.Whenor if it will be rectified is unknown.
But don’t fret, there is a workaround.
Turn on the map Workspace (MAPWPACE) and create a new layer from the point cloud.
Filter the Key points in that new layer.
Then create the surface normally. Only the Key points will be used.
Stay tuned for the BONUS article… Yes, you read that right. There is one more.
Les inondations urbaines représentent un défi important dans notre monde qui s’urbanise rapidement. À mesure que les villes s’étendent et que le climat évolue, les conséquences des inondations dans les zones urbaines deviennent de plus en plus graves, affectant les infrastructures, les écosystèmes et la santé publique. Ce blog examine comment des solutions innovantes comme celles d’Innovyze transforment le paysage technique de la gestion des inondations et de l’eau en milieu urbain, en offrant de l’espoir et des solutions pratiques à ces problèmes urgents.
Calgary, Alberta. June 2013
Gestion des inondations urbaines : La marée montante
Les inondations urbaines, une préoccupation croissante dans de nombreuses villes, sont exacerbées par le changement climatique et l’urbanisation rapide. Les stratégies traditionnelles de gestion des inondations, bien que toujours utilisées, sont aujourd’hui complétées par des technologies de pointe. Innovyze est à l’avant-garde de cette révolution technologique dans la gestion des inondations urbaines. Leur suite d’outils, comprenant InfoDrainage et InfoWorks ICM, offre une approche complète de la prévision et de la gestion des inondations urbaines. Ces outils utilisent la modélisation hydraulique et l’intelligence artificielle pour simuler des scénarios d’inondation avec précision, ce qui permet aux villes de planifier et de mettre en œuvre des mesures efficaces de lutte contre les inondations.
Ces systèmes avancés permettent non seulement de prédire où ira l’eau en cas d’inondation, mais aussi de placer intelligemment des dispositifs de contrôle des eaux pluviales tels que des chambres et des étangs. L’introduction de l’IA dans des outils tels que la fonction Machine Learning Deluge d’InfoDrainage représente une avancée significative. Il permet aux modélisateurs de simuler des inondations à l’aide d’un algorithme d’intelligence artificielle, ce qui leur permet de prendre des décisions éclairées et intelligentes lors de la phase de conception, ce qui est essentiel pour gérer efficacement les inondations urbaines.
Planifier à contre-courant : La prévention des inondations par l’aménagement urbain
La planification urbaine joue un rôle essentiel dans l’atténuation des risques d’inondation. En intégrant des stratégies de prévention des inondations dans la conception des villes, les urbanistes peuvent réduire de manière significative l’impact des inondations. Les stratégies clés comprennent l’utilisation d’infrastructures vertes, telles que les parcs et les zones humides, qui absorbent et gèrent naturellement les eaux de ruissellement. Les surfaces perméables dans les zones urbaines, comme les chaussées poreuses, jouent également un rôle crucial en permettant à l’eau de s’infiltrer dans le sol, réduisant ainsi le ruissellement et la pression sur les systèmes de drainage.
Des études de cas réalisées dans différentes villes démontrent l’efficacité de ces stratégies. Par exemple, l’utilisation de toits verts, de jardins de pluie et d’égouts biologiques dans les zones densément peuplées permet non seulement d’atténuer les risques d’inondation, mais aussi de renforcer la biodiversité urbaine et d’améliorer la qualité de l’air. La technologie d’Innovyze, notamment InfoDrainage, a joué un rôle déterminant dans la conception et la mise en œuvre de ces stratégies de planification urbaine, en veillant à ce qu’elles soient à la fois efficaces et durables.
L’effet d’entraînement : Le rôle crucial de la gestion des eaux urbaines
Une gestion efficace des eaux urbaines est essentielle pour la durabilité des écosystèmes urbains et la santé publique. Un système d’eau urbain équilibré comprend non seulement l’approvisionnement en eau propre, mais aussi des systèmes de drainage efficaces pour prévenir les inondations et gérer les eaux pluviales. Cet équilibre est essentiel pour préserver la santé des environnements urbains et garantir le bien-être des citadins.
Une mauvaise gestion des services publics peut entraîner toute une série de problèmes, notamment la pollution de l’eau, la destruction de l’habitat et l’augmentation des risques sanitaires dus aux inondations et aux maladies transmises par l’eau. Les outils avancés d’Innovyze, comme InfoDrainage et InfoWorks ICM, aident les urbanistes et les ingénieurs à concevoir de meilleurs systèmes de drainage qui gèrent durablement les eaux pluviales et les déchets, contribuant ainsi à la résilience globale des villes face au changement climatique et aux défis de l’urbanisation.
Vers un avenir durable : L’approche d’Innovyze en matière de gestion des eaux urbaines
Innovyze est à l’avant-garde des pratiques de gestion durable des eaux urbaines. Leur approche intègre à la fois des solutions traditionnelles et innovantes, en se concentrant sur la santé et la résilience environnementales à long terme. La suite d’outils d’Innovyze, dont InfoDrainage, incarne cette philosophie durable, permettant aux urbanistes et aux ingénieurs de concevoir des systèmes d’approvisionnement en eau qui soient à la fois efficaces et respectueux de l’environnement.
Les pratiques durables en matière de gestion de l’eau impliquent l’utilisation d’infrastructures vertes, telles que les jardins de pluie et les toits verts, qui absorbent et réduisent naturellement la quantité d’eaux pluviales devant être gérées en aval dans le système de gestion des eaux pluviales. La technologie d’Innovyze permet d’intégrer ces éléments dans la planification urbaine, en veillant à ce qu’ils soient à la fois esthétiques et fonctionnels. InfoDrainage, par exemple, aide à concevoir des systèmes qui gèrent efficacement les eaux pluviales tout en minimisant l’impact sur l’environnement.
En outre, les outils d’Innovyze sont conformes aux principes des systèmes de drainage durable (SDD), qui sont de plus en plus adoptés dans le monde entier. Les systèmes d’adduction d’eau visent à gérer l’eau de manière à imiter les processus naturels, en incorporant des éléments tels que des surfaces perméables et des zones humides dans les paysages urbains. Ces pratiques contribuent non seulement à la prévention des inondations, mais elles renforcent également la biodiversité urbaine et améliorent la qualité de vie dans les zones urbaines.
Conclusion
Les défis posés par les inondations urbaines et la gestion de l’eau exigent des solutions innovantes. La technologie révolutionnaire d’Innovyze offre une lueur d’espoir à cet égard. Leur suite d’outils, dont InfoDrainage et InfoWorks ICM, révolutionne la façon dont les inondations urbaines et la gestion de l’eau sont abordées, en associant les pratiques traditionnelles à la technologie de pointe. Alors que nous nous dirigeons vers la construction de villes plus durables et plus résistantes, le rôle des technologies telles que celles proposées par Innovyze devient de plus en plus crucial.
La mise en œuvre de ces solutions ne se limite pas à la gestion de l’eau ; il s’agit de créer des environnements urbains plus sains et plus durables pour les générations futures. Nous encourageons les discussions et les actions au sein des communautés et des décideurs politiques afin d’explorer et de mettre en œuvre ces solutions innovantes.
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Introduction
As cities continue to expand, the importance of ‘Flood Resilience’ in our urban spaces has never been more critical. In the face of shifting climate patterns and urban growth, managing water in these areas is a daunting task. This blog focuses on ‘Urban Water Management’ and how it’s integral to mitigating the severe impacts of flooding in densely populated regions. We highlight the role of ‘Innovyze Flood Modeling’ technology in transforming the approaches to urban flood and water management. By harnessing these innovative solutions, cities are finding new ways to turn the tide against the challenges of urban flooding, offering hope and effective strategies to preserve infrastructure, ecosystems, and public health.
Calgary, Alberta. June 2013
Urban Flood Management: The Rising Tide
Urban flooding, a growing concern in many cities, is exacerbated by climate change and rapid urbanization. Traditional flood management strategies, while still in use, are now being augmented by advanced technology. Innovyze stands at the forefront of this technological revolution in urban flood management. Their suite of tools, including InfoDrainage and InfoWorks ICM, offers a comprehensive approach to predicting and managing urban floods. These tools utilize hydraulic modeling and AI to simulate flood scenarios with precision, enabling cities to plan and implement effective flood control measures.
These advanced systems not only predict where the water will go in flood scenarios but also allow for the intelligent placement of stormwater controls like chambers and ponds. The introduction of AI in tools like the Machine Learning Deluge feature in InfoDrainage represents a significant leap forward. It enables modelers to simulate flooding events with an AI algorithm, allowing them to make informed and intelligent decisions in the design phase that are crucial in managing urban flooding effectively.
Planning Against the Current: Flood Prevention through Urban Design
Urban planning plays a pivotal role in mitigating the risks of flooding. By incorporating flood prevention strategies into city design, urban planners can significantly reduce the impact of flooding events. Key strategies include the use of green infrastructure, such as parks and wetlands, which absorb and manage stormwater naturally. Permeable surfaces in urban areas, like porous pavements, also play a crucial role by allowing water to seep into the ground, reducing runoff and the strain on drainage systems.
Case studies from various cities demonstrate the effectiveness of these strategies. For example, the use of green roofs, rain gardens, and bioswales in densely populated areas not only mitigates flood risks but also enhances urban biodiversity and improves air quality. Innovyze’s technology, including InfoDrainage, has been instrumental in designing and implementing these urban planning strategies, ensuring they are both efficient and sustainable.
The Ripple Effect: The Crucial Role of Urban Water Management
Effective urban water management is essential for the sustainability of city ecosystems and public health. A balanced urban water system encompasses not only the supply of clean water but also efficient drainage systems to prevent flooding and manage stormwater. This balance is vital in maintaining the health of urban environments and ensuring the well-being of city inhabitants.
Poor utilities management can lead to a host of problems, including water pollution, habitat destruction, and increased health risks due to flooding and waterborne diseases. Innovyze’s advanced tools, like InfoDrainage and InfoWorks ICM, help urban planners and engineers design better drainage systems that sustainably manage both storm water and waste, contributing to the overall resilience of cities against climate change and urbanization challenges.
Towards a Sustainable Tomorrow: Innovyze’s Approach to Urban Water Management
Innovyze is at the forefront of advancing sustainable urban water management practices. Their approach integrates both traditional and innovative solutions, focusing on long-term environmental health and resilience. Innovyze’s suite of tools, including InfoDrainage, embodies this sustainable philosophy, enabling urban planners and engineers to design water systems that are effective as well as environmentally friendly.
Sustainable practices in water management involve the use of green infrastructure, such as rain gardens and green roofs, which naturally absorb and reduce the amount of stormwater than needs to be managed further down the in the SWM system. Innovyze’s technology allows for the integration of these elements into urban planning, ensuring that they are both aesthetically pleasing and functionally effective. InfoDrainage, for example, aids in designing systems that effectively manage stormwater while minimizing the impact on the environment.
Moreover, Innovyze’s tools align with the principles of sustainable drainage systems (SuDS), which are increasingly being adopted worldwide. SuDS aims to manage water in a way that mimics natural processes, incorporating elements like permeable surfaces and wetlands into urban landscapes. These practices not only help in flood prevention but also enhance urban biodiversity and improve the quality of life in urban areas.
Conclusion
The challenges of urban flooding and water management demand innovative solutions. Innovyze’s breakthrough technology offers a beacon of hope in this regard. Their suite of tools, including InfoDrainage and InfoWorks ICM, revolutionize the way urban flooding and water management are approached, blending traditional practices with cutting-edge technology. As we move towards building more sustainable and resilient cities, the role of technologies like these offered by Innovyze becomes ever more critical.
Engaging with these solutions is not just about managing water; it’s about creating healthier, more sustainable urban environments for future generations. We encourage discussions and actions among communities and policymakers to further explore and implement these innovative solutions.
La version 24 et ses mises à jour subséquentes contiennent beaucoup d’ajouts et améliorations à vos outils. L’article suivant vous orientera sur les changements les plus significatifs pour vous et votre équipe.
Auto Grader
Amélioration : Ajout d’une colonne de dernière exécution au formulaire principal avec la date et l’heure qui sont mises à jour chaque fois qu’une famille est exécutée.
Amélioration : Ajout d’un bouton permettant de zoomer et de mettre en surbrillance le niveau de la famille sur le formulaire principal ou le niveau enfant dans le formulaire de la famille.
Amélioration : Les paramètres de surface en sortie sont désormais contrôlés à partir du formulaire de famille et sont beaucoup plus détaillés, y compris des options de bordure et une sélection granulaire des lignes caractéristiques du terrain de la famille à ajouter en tant que lignes de rupture dans la surface.
Amélioration : Ajout de la possibilité de créer une ligne caractéristique du terrain enfant qui sera étalée des deux côtés. La fonctionnalité est similaire à celle de la commande native INSERTFEATUREHIGHLOWPOINT, mais suppose que les points de départ et d’arrivée sont simplement les premiers et derniers sommets de la ligne caractéristique du terrain et ne seront disponibles que lors de l’utilisation de l’option de talus existante.
Amélioration : Ajout d’une méthode à la famille perpendiculaire et à la pente existante qui permettrait de trouver le point haut ou le point bas d’une ligne caractéristique du terrain sélectionnée à une pente donnée, similaire à la commande INSERTFEATUREHIGHLOWPOINT.
Amélioration : Ajout de la possibilité de créer des lignes de rupture de surface lors de la sélection de lignes caractéristiques du terrain en tant que parents sans qu’aucune ligne caractéristique du terrain enfant ne soit créée.
Amélioration : Ajout de la possibilité de sélectionner des segments de parcelle à partir du composant de filtre de lignes caractéristiques du terrain parent lors de la création de familles de talus perpendiculaires et de talus existants.
Clash Seeker
Nouvelle fonctionnalité : nouvel outil permettant de rechercher et de signaler les conflits de proximité pour les entités de dessin.
La liste des objets analysables comprend :
Axe;
Blocks;
Lignes caractéristiques;
Lignes et arcs;
Segments de parcelles;
Points COGO et topographiques;
Polylignes 2D et 3D;
Solides;
Surfaces;
Figures topographiques;
Réseaux de canalisation gravitaires;
Réseaux de canalisation sous-pression;
Label Genie
Amélioration : Ajout d’une zone de sélection pour supprimer toutes les étiquettes lorsque des objets d’ancrage similaires sont sélectionnés.
Amélioration : Ajout de points de surface sur la sélection de grille pour étiqueter les altitudes dans des limites de région sélectionnées spécifiques.
Amélioration : Implémentation de méthodes de sélection d’objets courantes.
Pipe Designer
Amélioration : Ajout d’un bouton permettant d’inverser l’ordre de sélection des tuyaux sans avoir à entrer dans le dessin.
Diggerland in New Jersey hopes to expose kids to the thrills of working in the construction industry.
Making construction appealing to the next generation is critical to helping the industry overcome a significant worker shortage. It’s also the central idea behind Diggerland, USA, the nation’s first full-fledged construction-themed amusement park and waterpark in West Berlin, New Jersey.
Diggerland features real-life construction equipment that has been made safe for children and adults to operate and explore. The rides are designed specifically for the park, with safety features that make it appropriate for young children.
Diggerland’s CEO, Yan Girlya, and his brother, Ilya Girlya, worked in the construction industry for 30 years, learning the ropes from their parents, who owned a construction business that focused on public works and schools. After graduating from Drexel University, Yan worked for the company as a superintendent, progressing to project manager and, eventually, general manager. Because of the state of the economy and other factors, the brothers decided to close down the construction company and focus on entertainment.
“In the early 2000s, when we joined the union, we started our own civil division in the company, and we bought heavy equipment. As the downturn of the economy happened, we saw less and less work on our end,” Yan said. Believing that they couldn’t compete against larger equipment rental companies, they started exploring where else they could put this machinery to use.
Inspiration from abroad
The brothers came across several Diggerland theme parks in the United Kingdom. They thought if it worked across the pond, it should be an easy transition to bring it to America.
“We reached out to that owner, and it took us literally two years for him to convince us to work with him to bring it to the United States,” Yan said. Even though the economy wasn’t great at the time, “we decided to take a chance because that is what we do as entrepreneurs: we plow ahead.”
Though there have been several other construction-themed amusement parks since Diggerland USA opened in 2014, at the time there was nothing like it in America.
The brothers saw New Jersey—their home state—as a natural fit for the park so they could work on the business hands on. They already owned an indoor water park in West Berlin, so when an adjacent parcel of land became available, they bought it.
The brothers originally used the construction equipment from their former construction business to create Diggerland XL. “Diggerland XL was a one-one-one experience using large excavators, dozers and wheel loaders for an adult experience. This program ended in 2022 to make room for an expansion,” Yan said. That year, they doubled the size of the water attractions and added more amusement rides. To date, the park contains more than 40 attractions.
All of the features in Diggerland include brand-new, special-ordered equipment. The goal was to replicate the same functions with all of the attractions. All of the machines have hydraulic and/or electronic limiters that provide for safe operation. In certain equipment, if one system fails, there is a second system that automatically takes over.
One of the newest attractions is the Lumberjack Claw, a hydraulically driven log loader machine that, in the real world, handles timber before it goes to the mill. Children can operate the rig with a joystick to simulate how this machine functions on an actual construction site. “We modified this ride where anyone can use it,” Yan said. “We worked with our local mechanical engineers to make it safe and did testing. They ran calculations and made a foundation for the unit. Months later, it was set in place, and we worked with a hydraulic manufacturer to make a custom-made hydraulic pack unit.”
In addition to the well-received Lumberjack Claw, one of the most popular attractions is the Spin Dizzy, a 48,000-pound excavator with a custom-made bucket that seats eight people. “When the customer enters the gondola, each one puts on a seat belt as well as a lap bar. Once everyone is secure in their seats, the ride operator raises the boom and arm of the excavator and rotates the machine five times in one direction and then five times in the opposite direction. Hence the name Spin Dizzy,” Yan said.
Other rides include Crazy Cranes, enabling children to use a tower crane from the ground level, with the ability to move objects with joystick controls, as well as the Mini Dig, allowing children to use the arm of a JCB 8018 mini-excavator with a hook to pick up shapes and drop them into matching holes.
Inspiring kids
Even the water park, The Water Main, is construction themed. It includes two pools, Bulldozer Bay and Jackhammer Bay, with water spraying through jackhammers; a zero-depth entrance wave pool, Claw Hammer Cove; and a three-story body slide, The Pipeline, with closed and open flumes. An obstacle course pool, Carpool Lane, has construction lily pads, a mesh crossing rope and overhanging water cranes.
One of the biggest challenges the brothers faced when recreating Diggerland from the original UK version were differences in rules and safety regulations between countries. “What was done in the UK and is done in the US is day and night,” Yan said.
It was also difficult adhering to state regulations. For each ride, they hired third party crash engineers to ensure the equipment is safe. “Our machines are limited to four ,five miles an hour, so the engineers come out and take our vehicle to verify the impact on the human body,” Yan said. This data is then submitted to the state of New Jersey, which will grant permits once approved.
By pairing amusement with construction, one of the underlying goals of this park was to introduce construction equipment to children in a fun way that might inspire them or plant a seed for a future career. Despite the male-dominated construction industry, Yan said about 40% of park attendees are girls. In addition to introducing children to construction equipment—and, by extension, the construction industry—it teaches and enhances hand-and-eye coordination. Yan said, “Driving the machines is thrilling while providing a sense of direction and full control. It gives younger kids a hands-on experience and a boost of confidence that they, too, can do it just like the people who operate the equipment for a living.”
L’architecture ne consiste pas seulement à concevoir des structures; c’est un mélange complexe d’art et de science qui façonne l’environnement bâti, reflétant les nuances culturelles, sociales et technologiques de son époque. Plus important encore, il s’agit d’un processus de collaboration dans le cadre duquel les concepteurs s’efforcent à donner vie aux visions de leurs clients. Strasman Architects est un cabinet canadien d’architecture et de design d’intérieur expérimenté, largement reconnu pour son approche hautement collaborative et ses conceptions primées. Depuis plus de quarante-cinq ans, ils se concentrent à fournir des solutions élégantes et durables pour des projets techniquement complexes. Ils sont motivés par la découverte, ce qui signifie qu’ils écoutent leurs clients pour bien comprendre leur vision et les défis qu’ils devront relever, bien avant de commencer à mettre au point une conception. L’accent mis sur la découverte découle de leur respect des priorités de leurs clients et des besoins du projet, plutôt que d’imposer des notions préconçues de ce que devrait être leur conception. Cette approche respecte le budget et le calendrier ainsi que la forme et la fonction, et s’appuie sur un sens inhérent de la gestion de l’environnement et de la communauté dans laquelle ils travaillent.
Strasman est l’un des principaux architectes canadiens pour les installations de transport en commun. Avec plus de 200 projets de transport en commun déjà réalisés, ils sont reconnus et recherchés pour leur expertise dans les installations de maintenance des bus et des systèmes ferroviaires légers et lourds, ainsi que pour leur vaste expérience dans le développement des stations de transport en commun, y compris les stations nouvelles et existantes à Toronto et dans tout le sud de l’Ontario. Strasman a exécuté des projets d’infrastructure de référence et d’importance cruciale pour des autorités de transport telles que la Toronto Transit Commission (TTC), Metrolinx, VIA Rail, York Region Transit, Grand River Transit, BC TransLink et Calgary Transit, parmi beaucoup d’autres.
L’entreprise continue de se développer avec plus de 40 membres de l’équipe, répartis entre le siège social à Toronto et le studio à Vancouver. En tirant parti d’un large éventail d’expertises et de compétences techniques, ils peuvent adapter la réalisation des projets aux besoins spécifiques de chaque client. Leur approche implique l’utilisation d’un ensemble polyvalent d’outils techniques, notamment Revit et Revitzo pour la coordination des modèles et la détection d’interférences, ainsi qu’AutoCAD et MicroStation. En outre, ils utilisent une suite complète d’outils de visualisation tels que Rhino, V-Ray et SketchUp pour améliorer l’expérience globale du projet.
L’utilisation de ces outils par leur équipe n’est pas un processus statique, mais dynamique. Les employés de Strasman sont activement impliqués dans la découverte continue de méthodes puissantes pour exploiter les capacités de leur logiciel et le font en intégrant de manière transparente de nouveaux outils au fur et à mesure qu’ils deviennent disponibles. Dans un paysage technologique en constante évolution, Strasman encourage une culture de l’innovation et de l’efficacité dans l’utilisation des logiciels.
Strasman façonne activement le paysage architectural canadien grâce à plusieurs projets d’envergure. Actuellement, le cabinet dirige la conception du tramway léger (LRT) Waterfront East de la TTC (de Queen’s Quay à Union Link), contribue à la modernisation du centre d’entretien de Toronto de VIA Rail en tant que membre d’une équipe de conception-construction, et conçoit les principales installations du nouveau centre d’exploitation et d’entretien 4 du Skytrain (OMC 4) à Coquitlam, en Colombie Britannique. En outre, Strasman participe à la revitalisation progressive de la station Warden de la TTC, supervise la rénovation des installations d’entretien et d’entreposage des bus pour deux installations de la York Region Transit et joue un rôle essentiel dans le développement d’une nouvelle installation d’entretien à la station d’épuration de Mid-Halton.
Après plus de 500 projets et 25 prix pour leurs conceptions, nous sommes impatients de voir comment ils continuent à contribuer à l’évolution de l’architecture à travers leur travail.
Architecture is not merely about designing structures; it’s an intricate blend of art and science that shapes the built environment, reflecting the cultural, social, and technological nuances of its time. Most importantly, it’s a collaborative process where designers focus on bringing to life the visions of their clients. Strasman Architects is an experienced Canadian Architecture and Interior Design Firm, who is widely recognized for their highly collaborative approach to award-winning designs. For over forty-five years, they have focused on providing elegant, sustainable solutions for technically complex projects. They are driven by discovery – meaning they listen to their clients to fully understand their vision and the challenges they will face, long before they begin to resolve a design. The emphasis on discovery is derived from their respect for their clients’ priorities and the project’s needs, rather than enforcing preconceived notions of what their design should be. This approach respects budget and schedule as well as form and function, and layers in an inherent sense of stewardship for the environment and the community they work in.
Strasman is one of Canada’s leading architects for transit facilities. With 200+ transit projects already completed, they are recognized and sought after for their expertise in transit maintenance facilities for buses and light and heavy rail systems as well as their extensive experience with transit station development, including new and existing stations across Toronto and throughout southern Ontario. Strasman has executed landmark and critical infrastructure projects for transit authorities such as Toronto Transit Commission (TTC), Metrolinx, VIA Rail, York Region Transit, Grand River Transit, BC TransLink, and Calgary Transit, among many others.
Their firm continues to grow with over 40 team members, located in their head office in Toronto and their studio in Vancouver. By leveraging a diverse range of expertise and technical skills, they can tailor project delivery to meet the unique requirements of each client. Their approach involves employing a versatile set of technical tools, including but not limited to Revit and Revitzo for model coordination and clash detection, as well as AutoCAD and MicroStation. Additionally, they use an extensive suite of visualization tools such as Rhino, V-Ray, and SketchUp to enhance the overall project experience.
Their team’s use of these tools is not just a static process, but a dynamic one. Strasman’s employees are actively involved in continually discovering powerful methods to harness the capabilities of their software and do so by seamlessly integrating new tools as they become available. In an ever-evolving technological landscape, Strasman fosters a culture of innovation and effectiveness in software usage.
Strasman is actively shaping the Canadian architectural landscape through several impactful projects. Currently, the firm is spearheading the design for the TTC Waterfront East LRT (Queen’s Quay to Union Link), contributing to the modernization of the VIA Rail Toronto Maintenance Centre as part of a design-build team, and designing key facilities within the new Skytrain Operations and Maintenance Centre 4 (OMC 4) in Coquitlam, British Columbia. Additionally, Strasman is also involved in the phased revitalization of TTC Warden Station, overseeing bus maintenance and storage facility renovations for two York Region Transit facilities, and playing a pivotal role in the development of a new maintenance facility at the Mid-Halton WWTP.
After more than 500 projects, and 25 awards for their designs, we are eager to see how they continue to contribute to the evolution of architecture through their work.
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