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Integrating Solibri QA/QC Issues with Common Data Environments for Infrastructure Projects
The integration of Solibri and CDE signals a shift from file-based coordination to data-driven collaboration.

Loyiso Toyi BSc Eng (Civl)
Oct 173 min read


Implementing Industry Foundation Classes for Seamless Integration
What is an IFC and Why It Matters in BIM Collaboration In today’s digital construction environment, collaboration between different disciplines and software platforms is essential. But with each vendor using proprietary formats, how do we ensure that data can move seamlessly across the project lifecycle? This is where Industry Foundation Classes (IFC) come into play. 📂 What is an IFC? An IFC (Industry Foundation Classes) file is an open, neutral, and non-proprietary data for

Loyiso Toyi BSc Eng (Civl)
Oct 173 min read


Ensuring Infrastructure Model Quality with Solibri
Solibri Office offers a robust platform for performing quality assurance and control (QA/QC) on infrastructure models, helping engineers and BIM managers maintain high standards throughout the project lifecycle.

Loyiso Toyi BSc Eng (Civl)
Oct 33 min read


Benefits of Importing Revit Models into Civil 3D
One common challenge is bringing a Revit building model into Civil 3D so it aligns with roads, services, and topography.

Loyiso Toyi BSc Eng (Civl)
Sep 302 min read


🛣️ Alignment & Profile Creation with Autodesk Civil 3D
This article explores the fundamentals of creating alignments and profiles, their role in the design process, and how they support data-rich, model-based workflows for infrastructure projects.

Loyiso Toyi BSc Eng (Civl)
Sep 183 min read


🛠️ Why Proper Surface Setup in Civil 3D is Non-Negotiable
Creating surfaces in Civil 3D is an essential skill for civil engineers and designers. Surfaces are used to represent the existing terrain or proposed design in a 3D model. They are crucial for analyzing and visualizing the impact of a design on the surrounding environment

Loyiso Toyi BSc Eng (Civl)
Sep 123 min read


Unlocking Civil 3D Intelligence: Creating Actionable Insights with Power BI Dashboards
In today’s data-rich construction and infrastructure environments, BIM for Civil Engineering is evolving beyond design and coordination....

Loyiso Toyi BSc Eng (Civl)
Aug 63 min read


BIM for Infrastructure & Civil Engineering: Driving the Future of Sustainable Infrastructure Delivery
Building Information Modelling (BIM) is transforming the architecture, engineering, and construction (AEC) industry.

Loyiso Toyi BSc Eng (Civl)
Aug 63 min read


The Importance of BEPs in BIM Coordination: Streamline Your Construction Project
As Building Information Modeling (BIM) becomes the standard for collaborative project delivery, the BEP emerges as the cornerstone for ensuring that coordination workflows are clearly defined, consistently followed, and strategically aligned with project outcomes.

Loyiso Toyi BSc Eng (Civl)
Jul 223 min read


Top 7 New Features in Civil 3D - 2025.0
These are the top features of the 2024.1 version of Civil 3D

Loyiso Toyi BSc Eng (Civl)
Apr 14, 20243 min read
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