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Understanding client needs
HercuTech is known for its HercuWall® system, a panelized wall solution that combines strength, energy efficiency, and sustainability. Made of EPS foam reinforced with patented steel HercuStrip™ technology and a weather-resistant barrier, the prefabricated wall panels are assembled on-site and filled with concrete. Not only does the innovative system meet stringent hurricane codes, but it also slashes cooling bills by up to 50%.
To achieve its vision of sustainable home design, HercuTech relies heavily on Autodesk Revit software for its designs. “Revit was chosen because it’s an industry-standard program that a lot of architects and engineers are using in the building industry,” says Tom Dorner, BIM Specialist at HercuTech.
The firm faced challenges, however, to integrate its unique building materials and sustainable design processes with Revit.
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We had originally chosen a path of custom programming an add-in, but it lacked efficiency and automation, particularly for tasks like dimensioning drawings, creating sheets, and placing views. We needed an out-of-the-box solution that could address these gaps effectively.
That's when HercuTech decided to try our Be.Smart Metal Framing solution. While this productivity toolset provided a solid foundation, it required a user-specific library and workflow to fully align with HercuTech’s prefabricated building designs. This prompted the need for live training and consultation.
The visit and collaboration
The client’s visit to Lithuania was pivotal for both parties. The face-to-face interaction, along with samples of its wall panels in-office, enabled clearer communication, immediate problem-solving, and hands-on exploration of potential solutions.
Andrius Čupkovas, one of our solution specialists, led the efforts to understand HercuTech’s needs and guided the exploration of user-specific automation rules. His expertise and dedication were crucial in navigating the complexities of adapting the Metal Framing solution to fit HercuTech’s unique prefabricated building designs. Dorner had this to share about the live collaboration:
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I’ve spent the week working with your team to use out of the box software to configure a solution that works for our wall panels. In a week, we basically solved what we couldn’t solve in two to three years of a custom programming solution.
Adaptations and solutions
Throughout Dorner’s week-long visit, our team worked diligently to adapt the Metal Framing solution to HercuTech’s unique needs. The primary focus was on enhancing the software to seamlessly accommodate HercuWall™ systems. Key adaptations were agreed upon, including:
Wall panel design: Aligning the software to handle the specific dimensions of HercuWall® insulated panels.
Automated HercuStrip™ steelwork modeling: Creating modeling automation rules that would populate insulation panels with HercuTech’s unique patented HercuStrip™ steel studs.
Documentation automation: Introducing automation features to streamline repetitive tasks like dimensioning drawings, creating sheets, and placing views on the sheets.
These changes will not only address HercuTech’s immediate challenges but also position it for greater efficiency and productivity in its sustainable building projects.
We wanted an ‘off-the-shelf’ solution that kept pace with industry technology and reduced the need for constant manual adjustments. The adaptations have exceeded our expectations, allowing us to focus on delivering high-quality, sustainable buildings
The future of collaboration
Our successful collaboration with HercuTech marks the beginning of an ongoing relationship centered on innovation and continuous improvement. Both teams are committed to exploring further enhancements and ensuring that the solutions evolve with the changing needs of the construction industry. The success of this project underscores the importance of choosing the right partner equipped to provide deeper integration requirements.
“The level of support and responsiveness has been outstanding. We’re excited about the future possibilities and look forward to continued collaboration,” says Dorner.
For his part, Andrius says, “Our partnership with HercuTech is just the beginning. We are excited to continue working together to explore innovative workflows that not only meet their needs but also benefit other clients facing similar challenges.”
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Conclusion
The strong partnership established with ARKANCE laid the groundwork for mutual success, demonstrating the value of ARKANCE's expertise and support.
The journey from initial contact to unique workflow exemplifies our dedication to understanding and meeting our clients' needs. HercuTech’s visit resulted in its decision to move forward with our Be.Smart Metal Framing solution in its innovative, sustainable construction projects and deliver superior results for their own sustainable construction solution.
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