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Anguleris and AEC Daily's Innovative Partnership

In an exciting development for the construction industry, Anguleris®, a recognized leader in construction technology, has partnered with AEC Daily, a premier provider of online continuing education for construction design professionals. This collaboration aims to create a seamless connection between AEC Daily’s educational courses and the Building Information Modeling (BIM) content available on BIMsmith®, a platform under the Anguleris brand.

Bridging the Gap in Education

Historically, many architects, engineers, and design professionals faced a common challenge: researching building products and earning their continuing education credits often required navigating different platforms. For example, a manufacturer might have offered a course on fire-rated wall assemblies via AEC Daily while supplying Revit families for these same assemblies through BIMsmith. Unfortunately, the two resources rarely appeared together, resulting in a disjointed experience for users.

The newly established integration between AEC Daily and BIMsmith addresses this issue by enabling reciprocal content syndication. Now, whenever a design professional conducts a search on BIMsmith, they can see the applicable AEC Daily courses listed right alongside the relevant BIM content from manufacturers. Furthermore, users visiting AEC Daily will find BIM content directly on the education pages, enhancing their learning experience.

How It Works

For example, if a manufacturer sponsors a course on AEC Daily, this information is presented in a panel on BIMsmith beneath their company listing, complete with direct links to explore the courses. Likewise, architects or design professionals who complete these AEC Daily courses can access the relevant BIM content without having to start a new search—streamlining the whole workflow.

“It’s crucial to understand how a product performs when specifying it,” said Benjamin Glunz, Founder and CEO of Anguleris. “With our new integration, an architect can move fluidly between educational resources and practical applications, saving time and effort.”

Collaborating for a Better Future

Several prominent manufacturers are already taking advantage of this integration, with brands like National Gypsum, Owens Corning, Trex, and Nichiha displaying their AEC Daily courses on BIMsmith. This collaboration is the result of over a year of partnership between Anguleris and AEC Daily, showcasing their dedication to enhancing the educational landscape for construction professionals.

Jeff Rice, CEO of AEC Daily, emphasized the importance of this connection: “Architects and engineers often start with education as a gateway to product awareness. Our collaboration with BIMsmith effectively links that early educational experience to the necessary resources required for making informed decisions. This synergy will facilitate a smoother transition from inspiration to implementation.”

Benefits for Manufacturers and Professionals

One of the standout features of this integration is the ease with which manufacturers can maintain their listings. Once their AEC Daily sponsorship account is linked to BIMsmith, any new courses posted on AEC Daily are automatically reflected on BIMsmith through an API, eliminating the need for additional oversight. Anguleris and AEC Daily are planning to present this innovative integration to their manufacturer customers through upcoming webinars in mid-November.

Design professionals eager to experience this integration firsthand can visit the manufacturer pages on both www.bimsmith.com and www.aecdaily.com to explore the extensive learning and reference materials now available.

Conclusion

The partnership between Anguleris and AEC Daily signifies a significant advancement in how education and building information modeling can work collaboratively to enhance the construction industry's productivity and effectiveness. By bridging information gaps and empowering design professionals with streamlined access to knowledge and resources, this initiative promises to improve the overall design and construction process. With the future looking bright, both companies are committed to supporting industry professionals as they venture into this new era of technological integration and innovation.