Most often consider BIM to be equivalent to other computer-based design software. Nevertheless, this is far from the actuality. BIM is a solution that is leveraged to facilitate the whole design process. Building Information Modeling under BIM engineering services works to integrate all the data to design a model that facilitates all construction phases from design to post-construction. 

Design phase

AEC companies can take advantage of 3D BIM modeling services and gain access to virtual 3D models of the project in the pre-construction phase 3D parametric models are rendered by means of various BIM systems including ArchiCAD, Revit and Tekla. This model is a virtual representation of the project scheduled for construction. BIM software serves to allow collaboration on the different disciplines like, electrical, architectural, structural and mechanical at the initial phase and as a result isolate and fix clashes in the design phase.

Clash-coordination

By means of 3D BIM modeling services, providers offer precise 3D models that are clash-coordinated representations of buildings. It ensures that clashes or unnecessary revisions do not occur in the construction phase.  Prior to BIM, designers and engineers contrasted 2D drawings of different disciplines to identify clashes. It’s obvious that this method was not able to detect all clashes on a 2D drawing. Because of this, a majority of the interferences used to be identified on-site causing rework and interruptions. Dealing with clashes during construction also resulted in time and cost increases.  

Data management

Under 3D BIM modeling services, engineers can create 3D BIM models that serve as data repositories, storing all relevant specifications associated with the project in question. For example, a 3D BIM model of a beam holds details such as raw material, dimensions, fire-resistance level etc. Every detail of construction components can be extracted with a single tap on a screen. Furthermore, all statistical information in connection to building components is also available in the model. BIM data can be leveraged in the long-term as well to enable cost-effective smooth deconstruction and cost-efficient renovation.

Construction phase

During the build stage, fabrication starts by using data and specifications from a BIM model. The logistics of construction Project created in BIM and accessible to stakeholders from all fields as well as contractors. This leads to high-level efficiency and timely completion of projects. This is why many construction firms are opting to use BIM engineering services to stay ahead of the curve.

Further advantages

Apart from clash coordination, the BIM model delivers many other advantages. Models created under 3D BIM modeling services can calculate the energy efficiency of the building. They can even offer close estimations of material required and costs that will come into play. What’s more, using BIM you can develop an exhaustive project schedule, with which project managers will be able to monitor the progress of the work through the different phases. This will further help to identify and fix any potential snags along the way.

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