Standards and Regulations

This is the latest in our quarterly updating programme for Uniclass. It includes updates to eight tables and is predominantly for the addition of new classifications and corrections to existing classifications.

This article provides guidance to those working in a modelling environment that wish to label objects with both a Uniclass code and also the relevant IFC entities and pre-defined types.

At our recent NBS Construction Leaders’ Summit, BDP Chief Information Officer Alistair Kell told the story of BDP’s digital transformation journey. This article looks at how NBS is a part of BDP’s digital process, the presentation is available to watch and a short interview with Alistair is listed below.

This article describes what each table can be used for, and lists some example items classified in Uniclass tables, to help all users implement the appropriate tables and classifications in their work.

This article looks at the benefits of using the Uniclass classification structure when structuring manufacturer product information. It provides an insight into how NBS does this in the NBS Source platform.

Uniclass is a unified classification system for the built environment covering all sectors and roles, delivered by NBS.

This infographic illustrates some of the key insights from the most recent Digital Construction Report. 

This is the latest in our quarterly updating programme for Uniclass 2015. It includes updates to seven tables.

Over 900 construction professionals gave their views. Here we pick out ten highlights, which we believe will continue to be relevant in 2022.

The BIM Toolkit was an Innovate UK-initiated project launched in April 2015 as part of the Level 2 BIM package of tools and standards. Following this initial launch, NBS developed and maintained the platform for over six years, and made it free for users. In 2022, there will be some changes to the content and functionality within the BIM Toolkit.

This is the latest in our quarterly updating programme for Uniclass 2015. It includes updates to eight tables.

Specifications for architecture, engineering, landscape, and the built environment give construction teams a detailed overview of the project work, required performance, and product selections. This article answers some commonly asked questions about specification and NBS.