February 2014
Quantum Flooring has become the first flooring accessories manufacturer to create and distribute BIM objects for stair nosings. Five key stair nosing profiles have been created and are now available for free download.
The models are available via the NBS National BIM Library 
, and have been made available in five software formats (ArchiCAD, Revit, Vectorworks, Bentley, IFC).
To download Quantum BIM objects, visit www.NationalBIMLibrary.com/Quantum-Flooring-Solutions .
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