Specifications and BIM Integration Consultant Robert Weygant explains how product manufacturers can save time and money with BIM. buildingSMART Alliance :: File Download (9:58 min / 9 MB)

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A discussion with Architect Dennis Hall about the benefits of BIM CSI :: buildingSMART Alliance :: File Download (10:32 min / 10 MB)

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We poke a little fun at Specifiers, ahead of Construct 2008 and the CSI Show and Convention. CSI :: Construction Specifications Institute File Download (2:22 min / 2 MB)

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David Hammond is a manager in the United States Coast Guard, Office of Civil Engineering. Schrodinger's Cat Paradox :: CJACKS File Download (11:45 min / 11 MB)

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A good-humored look at architects, in support of the 2008 AIA convention.File Download (2:37 min / 2 MB)

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Deke Smith is the buildingSMART Alliance Executive Director, and shares practical advice on implementing BIM. buildingSMART Alliance :: Construction Specifications Institute :: File Download (11:26 min / 11 MB)

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In good-humored support of the AGC 89th Annual Convention, we tip our hats to Contractors. Construction Specifications Institute :: File Download (2:43 min / 3 MB)

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Ohio Public Relations Professional Kimberly Kayler explains how to do pre-planning and good presentations. How Not to Screw Up Forum :: Share a lesson you learned- the hard way. File Download (9:52 min / 9 MB)

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Texas Architect Waller Poage shares an unfortunate story where the lawyers screw it up for everyone else. How Not to Screw Up Forum :: Share a lesson you learned- the hard way. File Download (4:39 min / 4 MB)

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South Carolina Specifications Director, Nina Giglio, shares why broad questions may not give you the answers you need. How Not to Screw Up Forum :: Share a lesson you learned- the hard way. File Download (4:34 min / 4 MB)

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Specifications Consultant and former CSI President Terry Strong explains why the Geotechnical report is not part of the contract documents How Not to Screw Up Forum :: Share a lesson you learned- the hard way. File Download (9:32 min / 9 MB)

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South Carolina Specifications Director Nina Giglio shares a story about perfect coordination, but a minor omission. How Not to Screw Up Forum :: Share a lesson you learned- the hard way. File Download (3:14 min / 3 MB)

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New Mexico Intern Architect Beau Baker explains why it is important to coordinate which rolloff to use for the concrete. How Not to Screw Up Forum :: Share a lesson you learned- the hard way. File Download (3:35 min / 3 MB)

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The Construction Specifications Institute Staff offer some tips on bringing the holiday spirit to the job site. Participants include Aaron Titus, Karen Koenig, Misrak Amde, Sergio Caero, Sandy Childs, Kandle Clark, Peggy Kearney, Shannon MacGregor, Walt Marlowe, Brannan Mason, Themica McBee, Jacob Miller, Anita Patel, Erin Schuck, Josh Spiler, Kathi Trepper, Marie Willet, and Jennifer Zimmermann. CSI :: File Download (2:16 min / 2 MB)

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Disney Chief Specifier Tom Davis explains the connection between watery concrete, getting thrown off a six-story building How Not to Screw Up Forum :: Share a lesson you learned- the hard way. File Download (6:12 min / 6 MB)

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Minnesota window contractor Alana Griffith explains the difference between 3×5 and 5×3 window openings How Not to Screw Up Forum :: Share a lesson you learned- the hard way. File Download (6:03 min / 6 MB)

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Canadian Architectural Specifier Wayne Watson explains what happens when you forget to specify a key component of your assembly. How Not to Screw Up Forum :: Share a lesson you learned- the hard way. File Download (4:27 min / 4 MB)

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California Architectural Technical Director, Mike Chambers explains that if you do not understand the process, your design intent may get trashed. How Not to Screw Up Forum :: Share a lesson you learned- the hard way. File Download (5:41 min / 5 MB)

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Ohio Specifications Consultant George Van Niel explains why you cannot always rely on spell check. How Not to Screw Up Forum :: Share a lesson you learned- the hard way. File Download (7:25 min / 7 MB)

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Product Representative “Big Tex” Mike Gibbons explains why 15 minutes of fame may kill a contract. How Not to Screw Up Forum :: Share a lesson you learned- the hard way. File Download (5:59 min / 6 MB)

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North Carolina Engineer Chuck Gulledge how to turn a facility into an indoor rain forest. How Not to Screw Up Forum :: Share a lesson you learned- the hard way. File Download (5:01 min / 5 MB)

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North Carolina Engineer Chuck Gulledge explains why you should always let the lighting engineer know when you plan to paint the ceiling black. How Not to Screw Up Forum :: Share a lesson you learned- the hard way. File Download (3:13 min / 3 MB)

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Pennsylvania Architect Charlie Beauduy explains why you should do product research, and that sometimes there is wisdom in the way things have always been done. How Not to Screw Up Forum :: Share a lesson you learned- the hard way. File Download (5:40 min / 5 MB)

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North Carolina Engineer Chuck Gulledge tells why you can never trust documentation of existing equipment. How Not to Screw Up Forum :: Share a lesson you learned- the hard way. File Download (4:57 min / 5 MB)

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Kansas Roofing Consultant Bob Dye shares some wisdom of why you should not override the safety vent. How Not to Screw Up Forum :: Share a lesson you learned- the hard way. File Download (3:44 min / 4 MB)

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North Carolina Engineer Chuck Gulledge explains why you should make sure all of your bases are covered. How Not to Screw Up Forum :: Share a lesson you learned- the hard way. File Download (3:57 min / 4 MB)

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Architectural Specifier Edith Washington explains why saying too much on the phone can hurt your project. How Not to Screw Up Forum :: Share a lesson you learned- the hard way. File Download (4:16 min / 4 MB)

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North Carolina Engineer Chuck Gulledge explains how to save the day at a hockey game. How Not to Screw Up Forum :: Share a lesson you learned- the hard way. File Download (6:56 min / 6 MB)

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Wisconsin Architectural Specifier Lynn Javoroski shares pointers for Product Representatives How Not to Screw Up Forum :: Share a lesson you learned- the hard way. File Download (5:06 min / 5 MB)

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Architect Gene Valentine explains why it is not a good idea to volunteer to do extra work, without getting paid. How Not to Screw Up Forum :: Share a lesson you learned- the hard way. File Download (3:54 min / 4 MB)

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Colorado Product Representative Jim Whitfield gives tips on how to keep box lunches interesting and effective. How Not to Screw Up Forum :: Share a lesson you learned- the hard way. File Download (9:11 min / 8 MB)

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Specifications Writer Ross Spiegel shares why a 4 inch pipe does not fit in a 4 inch wall. How Not to Screw Up Forum :: Share a lesson you learned- the hard way. File Download (8:43 min / 8 MB)

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Landscape Architect Phil McDade explains that Documenting conversations can cure temporary amnesia and friendly lawsuits. How Not to Screw Up Forum :: Share a lesson you learned- the hard way. File Download (7:35 min / 7 MB)

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California Construction Attorney Bryan Varner shares wisdom about communicating often and leaving a paper trail. How Not to Screw Up Forum :: Share a lesson you learned- the hard way. File Download (6:52 min / 6 MB)

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California Construction Attorney Bryan Varner explains why you there is no such thing as a “standard” contract. How Not to Screw Up Forum :: Share a lesson you learned- the hard way. File Download (6:26 min / 6 MB)

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School District Project Manager Bob Kenworthy explains how a minor drawing omission can lead to big problems. How Not to Screw Up Forum :: Share a lesson you learned- the hard way. File Download (5:16 min / 5 MB)

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Harold Wollard explains how an accidental installation saved a lot of money How Not to Screw Up Forum :: Share a lesson you learned- the hard way. File Download (3:51 min / 4 MB)

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North Carolina Architect Dennis Hall shares funny problems in quality assurance How Not to Screw Up Forum :: Share a lesson you learned- the hard way. File Download (5:14 min / 5 MB)

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School District Project Manager Bob Kenworthy puzzles why the same drawings can mean different things to different people How Not to Screw Up Forum :: Share a lesson you learned- the hard way. File Download (5:01 min / 5 MB)

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Washington State Architect Jerry Litwin explains what happens when you piece together a solution How Not to Screw Up Forum :: Share a lesson you learned- the hard way. File Download (5:13 min / 5 MB)

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Harold Woolard of Montgomery, Texas, explains why you should know your product How Not to Screw Up Forum :: Share a lesson you learned- the hard way. File Download (5:31 min / 5 MB)

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Arizona Specifications and Code Consultant Ron Geren shares why following the plans keeps things cool How Not to Screw Up Forum :: Share a lesson you learned- the hard way. File Download (4:30 min / 4 MB)

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Gerry Katz, Construction Contract Attorney, shares lessons about getting it right with contract administration. How Not to Screw Up Forum :: Share a lesson you learned- the hard way. File Download (13:21 min / 12 MB)

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Pennsylvania Architect Sal Verastro explains why it is important to know more about your client than just the project needs. How Not to Screw Up Forum :: Share a lesson you learned- the hard way. File Download (5:14 min / 5 MB)

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School District Project Manager Bob Kenworthy explains what happens when the site is not quite rectangular. How Not to Screw Up Forum :: Share a lesson you learned- the hard way. File Download (4:51 min / 5 MB)

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Designer Joseph Cliggott explains why you should not always rely on your computer rendering. How Not to Screw Up Forum :: Share a lesson you learned- the hard way. File Download (4:43 min / 4 MB)

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A tale about why you should know your limitations, by David Lorenzini How Not to Screw Up Forum :: Share a lesson you learned- the hard way. File Download (3:05 min / 3 MB)

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Independent Specifier David Lorenzini says that you can avoid some bad luck with a little QA. How Not to Screw Up Forum :: Share a lesson you learned- the hard way. File Download (3:11 min / 3 MB)

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Virginia Independent Specifier David Lorenzini How Not to Screw Up Forum :: Share a lesson you learned- the hard way. File Download (3:04 min / 3 MB)

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Building Information Management Specialist Lee Orosco shares the wisdom of reading the specification, even when you think you know what it says. How Not to Screw Up Forum :: Share a lesson you learned- the hard way. File Download (3:42 min / 3 MB)

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If you are going to mess up, make sure you do it like New Mexico Technical Consultant Bob Johnson. CSI NewsBrief :: Construction News Delivered to Your Inbox File Download (5:56 min / 6 MB)

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Connecticut Architect Ted Smith explains that an ambiguous number can add up to a heap of re-designing. CSI NewsBrief :: Construction News Delivered to Your Inbox File Download (5:06 min / 5 MB)

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New Mexico Technical Consultant Bob Johnson shares the wisdom of keeping concrete out of sewer lines. How Not to Screw Up Forum :: Share a lesson you learned- the hard way. File Download (6:32 min / 6 MB)

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Nashville Building Contractor W. Richard Cooper shares the wisdom of listening to everyone on the site- not just the specialist How Not to Screw Up Forum :: Share a lesson you learned- the hard way. File Download (5:32 min / 5 MB)

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