Entegra Streamlines Collaboration with Trimble Connect

A case study on how Entegra, a leading design and construction company, has revolutionised its workflows by adopting Trimble Connect and Trimble AR.

CASE STUDY – ENTEGRA

Entegra, a leading name in customised building design and construction, is renowned for its innovative approach to delivering high-quality steel structures.

To maintain their edge in a competitive industry, Entegra adopted Trimble Connect as a centralised platform for project collaboration and data management.

Over the past six years, this tool has played a pivotal role in streamlining their workflows, enhancing communication, and ensuring precision at every stage of their projects.

Design & Engineering Team Leader, Jussi Vanninen, shares how Trimble Connect has transformed the way Entegra operates, from design and planning to production and logistics.

Entegra Streamlines Collaboration with Trimble Connect

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CENTRALISED FILE MANAGEMENT AND COLLABORATION

Trimble Connect serves as a centralised hub for all Entegra project files, functioning like a robust cloud drive. This system enables seamless management of engineering markups, client feedback, and project manager comments.

“Trimble Connect ensures that all necessary feedback is incorporated into the model before material orders are placed.” explains Jussi.

By consolidating project data in one accessible location, Entegra eliminates communication bottlenecks and ensures every stakeholder is aligned.

ENHANCED MODEL REVIEWS FOR STAKEHOLDERS

The platform’s review capabilities empower Entegra’s team to collaborate effectively with clients, installers, and engineers. External stakeholders access the project through a simple online link, ensuring easy and secure participation.

“We provide a straightforward online link for external stakeholders, allowing them to access the project without barriers.” Jussi notes.

This transparency fosters collaboration and keeps all parties engaged.

OPTIMISED ERECTION PLANNING AND PROJECT VISUALISATION

For project managers, Trimble Connect’s colour-coded models are a game-changer.

These models visually represent project phases, simplifying erection planning with installers. This clarity reduces miscommunication and supports smoother on-site execution.

“Our project managers use Trimble Connect to coordinate erection planning and visually represent project phases using colour-coded models.” says Jussi.

Trimble Connect – Driving Seamless Execution

PRECISION FOR PRODUCTION AND ASSEMBLY

Entegra’s production team leverages Trimble Connect to interpret complex drawing details with ease. The 3D visualisation clarifies elements like cleat placements and component orientations.

By incorporating Trimble AR into their workflow, they bring models to life on the assembly floor.

“Trimble AR overlays model elements onto physical assemblies, helping us verify intricate details, such as welded cleats and accurate bolt-hole positions,” Jussi explains.

This process reduces errors, ensuring assemblies are precise and built to specification.

EFFICIENT LOGISTICS PLANNING

Trimble Connect also aids Entegra’s logistics team in planning efficient transport. The ability to visualise assembly lengths directly within the model informs decisions about the type of transport required for each load.

“Our logistics team reviews the models to plan truck loads effectively, ensuring the right transport type is chosen based on assembly size.” shares Jussi.

ACHIEVING EXCELLENCE WITH TRIMBLE TECHNOLOGY

Entegra’s adoption of Trimble Connect and Trimble AR has transformed their approach to construction and engineering.

By centralising project data, enhancing visualisation, and reducing errors, the company ensures projects are delivered with unmatched precision and efficiency.

Want to see how Trimble Connect can transform your projects? Contact our team today to learn more and get started.