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OEC is in the Vanguard of new thinking within
the Architectural Community. This new train of thought is
referred to as BIM or “Build in Model”, which
stipulates the use of CAD models for precise 3 dimensional
modeling purposes. We have taken this Architectural Axiom
to the next level BFM or “Build From Model”, wherein
we promote through direct use of the precise BIM models, to
facilitate the actual fabrication of these models using a
technological leap from Computer Aided Design (BIM) into Computer
Aided Machining (CAM). CAM allows us to do two things, which
have previously not been available to the design/fabrication
process:
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We can tool and the virtually machine or fabricate any
and all parts of an assembly, prior to the physical act.
In this way we can simulate the actual process and mitigate
any problems before approaching labor and materials. |
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In the virtual environment we tool things to achieve,
the best material use, and the highest economy of time
spent. |
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CAM is also a robotic code generator. This means that
our robots are programmed in their motion, tool usage,
and time, from the virtual environment. Thus we have all
but eliminated the problems of manual data input on the
shop floor. |
Using a
BFM strategy in conjunction with design consultations from a
practitioner thereof yields stunning results in terms of preservation
of the design intent within tolerance parameters, which are
simply not achievable through any other means. This means that
the design and budget can be established and preserved throughout
the process. Most of the examples shown in the accompanying
pages are representative of this practice.
This operational
model allows design execution chain to function in a true
synergistic fashion, in that all of the members are allowed
to bring their true strengths to the table, within the forum
of a shared knowledge base. This now presents the design process
as vertically integrated from Design – Engineering –
Budgeting – Fabrication – Installation. The net
effect of this strategy is that it builds a Master Builder
Team. It provides for the execution of a design to be exactly
as envisioned by the designer, and it allows for a true quantification
of the effort required (Time and Budget) within the design
process. At the end of the day, what had been highly speculative
for the designer is distilled into a scientific process with
most of the variables accounted for. So the designer can speak
with authority to the owner and therein decide on the merits
of any particular piece, or sub set of parts within a project.
At OEC we not only
accept CAD model from designers for fabrication, we are able
to translate those CAD designs into reality, thus giving the
designer far greater control of the end product. Please contact
us for a demonstration of how the process can help you with
your next project.
OEC prides itself in quickly learning the problems of its
clients, and finding the solutions that either meet or exceed
the mission parameters. Give us a problem, we'll make you
the solution.
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