[0] Keynote Address Kicks off the Computers for Construction 2001 Tradeshow and Conference.Business Editors/Hi-Tech Writers Computers for Construction 2001 PHILADELPHIA--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Nov. 13, 2001 Computers for Construction, the technology show for contractors, engineers, architects and owners kicked off Tuesday at the Pennsylvania Convention Center The Pennsylvania Convention Center is a multi-use public facility in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania which is designed to accommodate conventions, exhibitions, conferences and other events. in Philadelphia. The conference began at 8:30 AM with the keynote address keynote address n. An opening address, as at a political convention, that outlines the issues to be considered. Also called keynote speech. Noun 1. , "Construction of the New Philadelphia New Philadelphia, city (1990 pop. 15,698), seat of Tuscarawas co., E Ohio, on the Tuscarawas River, in a coal and clay area; founded 1804, inc. 1833. Foundry products, machinery, and pottery are made. The Tuscarawas Campus of Kent State Univ. is there. Stadiums." With an audience of over 350 attendees, Peter Coyle, Project Executive, Driscoll/Hunt and Richard West Richard West may refer to:
Richard West shared his experiences in the planning and construction of the new state-of-the-art Eagles stadium. He began with an explanation of the key features enhancing the stadium including 66,000 seats, luxury suites, club level seating, parking, restaurants and retail space. He noted (developing a NFL NFL abbr. National Football League NFL (US) n abbr (= National Football League) → Fußball-Nationalliga stadium) is a unique, challenging commercial project. Detailed planning is key to staying on schedule. "Your plan is your map to measure progress and alert staff to problems," said West. He detailed the steps in the planning process for the stadium including writing a construction plan, drawing up a preliminary schedule, and expanding the schedule into a master which changes throughout the project. In the development of the construction plan, Mr. West worked with architects and designers to determine the most economical materials to use in order to stay on schedule. He noted because Philadelphia is primarily a steel town, structural steel was chosen for the superstructure of the stadium. His other key concerns in the development phases to stay on schedule include seating, railings, kitchen equipment, playing field and scoreboards. The new Eagles Stadium is scheduled to open in August 2003. Peter Coyle started his presentation discussing the features of the new Philadelphia Phillies 43,000 seat natural grass and dirt ballpark. He explained that over 50% of the seats in the ballpark are in the lower level so fans will have closer proximity to the playing field. Mr. Coyle continued by explaining the technology tools used in the management of the project. He noted, "More than 80% of drawings are online, saving time by allowing contractors and subcontractors to cut areas from CAD drawings and paste them into requests for information." There is a project website which fans can view online to see the progress of the ballpark. This project website is essential for contractors and subcontractors to access, transfer documents and monitor progress. Mr. Coyle also noted that Palm products will be used in the punch list Punch list is generally a list of tasks, or a "to-do" items. In U.S. construction industry, a "punchlist" is the name of a contract document used in architecture and the building trades in the United States to organize the completion of a construction project. In the U.S. phase of the construction of the ballpark. Changes can be downloaded and distributed to subcontractors using Palm products hooked up to digital cameras for same day responses. The new Phillies ballpark is set to open April 2004. Richard West has 33 years experience in commercial construction. He has held positions as Vice President and Project Director of the Atlanta Commitee for the Olympic Games Olympic games, premier athletic meeting of ancient Greece, and, in modern times, series of international sports contests. The Olympics of Ancient Greece Although records cannot verify games earlier than 776 B.C. , Titans Stadium in Nashville and is currently Vice President and Project Director, Turner Construction Company. Peter Coyle has over 25 years construction management experience progressing through surveyor, office management, and project management holding Project Executive positions for such projects as the First Union Center, Temple University, the Liacouras Center This article or section needs sources or references that appear in reliable, third-party publications. Alone, primary sources and sources affiliated with the subject of this article are not sufficient for an accurate encyclopedia article. and the PA Convention Center. He is currently Project Executive, Driscoll/Hunt a joint venture with Synterra Todd. At the conclusion of the keynote, the exhibit hall opened. Over 200 vendors are showcasing the latest in project management, document management, estimating and bidding, financial management, design, engineering, building/property operations and management, fleet and asset management, service management and site preparation. For more information, and daily photos from Computers for Construction 2001, visit www.computersforconstruction.com or call: 800/451-1196; fax: 610/458-1553. Penton Media (NYSE NYSE See: New York Stock Exchange : PME PME Petites et Moyennes Entreprises PME Professional Military Education PME Pequenas e Médias Empresas (Portugal) PME Petite et Moyenne Entreprise PME Psychology of Mathematics Education PME Pi Mu Epsilon ) is a leading, global business-to-business media company that produces market focused magazines, trade shows and conferences, and Web sites. Penton's integrated media portfolio serves the following industries: Internet/Broadband; information technology; electronics; natural products; food/retail; manufacturing; design/engineering; supply chain; aviation; government/compliance; mechanical systems/construction; and leisure/hospitality. For more information, visit www.penton.com |
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