Our Building Information Modelling (BIM) service provides our clients with an intelligent 3D model of their development. Using the 3D model we carry out a Virtual Construction Analysis of the building to test for constructability. The results of this analysis allow us to accurately predict how various construction disciplines’ designs will integrate on-site, thus eliminating costly time delays due to on-site clashes and design changes.
Our BIM process can begin at either the concept / planning phase or pre-construction phase. We take the Architectural, Structural and MEP design information and create an intelligent 3D model. Our 3D model represents a Virtual As-Built Model of the building, which can contain as much information as the client requires, even down to the fit-out of the building.
Intelligent data can be taken from the model such as;
 Bills of Quantities
 Detailed Drawings and Sections
 NC Files for electronic transfer of data for
manufacture, i.e. Structural Steel
 Program Scheduling
 Conflict detection between Construction disciplines
A 4D model can be developed by adding construction event timelines creating a visual program of all construction activities. The model may be further developed to include the cost of materials and labour generating a 5D model where the cost impact of any future design changes are immediately seen.
During construction the 3D Model can be used to generate 3D sectional views to provide further visual and dimensional information to the construction team.
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