New Trimble software promotes collaboration

Trimble Solutions has introduced a new collaboration software for structural engineering, fabrication and construction teams.

Known as Trimble Connect, the company said it has been designed for users of Tekla Structures to view, share and access project information from anywhere, at any time.

Trimble Connect is a cloud-based platform, engineered by Trimble to help the construction industry build better, improve communication between the contractor, structural engineer and steelwork contractor, and create a coordinated environment where all parties can review the latest models, plans and schedules.

Trimble said that by making information easily visible, accessible and sharable, it enables everyone involved in a construction project to know what is currently happening on site and what needs to happen next, encouraging a higher level of communication, productivity and efficiency.

Designed to work alongside Tekla Structures, detailed and informed steel models can be created on Tekla Structures and then shared to the Trimble Connect cloud, where all users can access the data, reference each other’s work, check for clashes and ensure scheduling is coordinated.

Richard Fletcher, Managing Director at Trimble, said: “We develop software solutions that bring a growing synergy to our customers in their daily work, providing increased control, efficient communication and improved documentation through Building Information Modelling (BIM) and data sharing.

“Our focus is on advancing technology for the whole construction process, from the initial design to fabrication and construction, to improve and revolutionise the future of the industry.”