Building Information Modelling (BIM) Benefits
BIM creates efficiency and stakeholders will get several benefits. You will realize some of the greatest benefit of BIM through its potential to cut down on rework, resolve conflicts before they happen, such as re-entering information into models or making changes on site. As participants become more proficient in using BIM Software, the opportunities to improve productivity are more noticeable.
The top Building Information Modelling (BIM) benefits are:
Capture the most accurate details of the site : BIM can make use of a wide range of advanced design and mapping tools. 3D scanning is increasingly being used to build up incredibly detailed 3D representations of existing sites and structures.
Simulations and 3D models : BIM can be used to create architectural and design data that can be used for 3D modelling and software simulations. These softwares can be used for design and structural purposes, allowing for the creative deployment of new materials and design concepts, more than just 2D drawings and 3D models. Some systems can be used to produce models that incorporate additional elements, such as t a construction schedule, time, and cost etc.
Improves team collaboration and workflow efficiency : BIM allows architects, structural engineers, contractors, construction engineers, and owners, to access information in the format that they need without the requirement to duplicate the data. The collective utilisation of a single dataset means that edits made in one format are automatically circulated throughout the system, removing the need to update different drafts as plans progress and removes the need to manually produce most other end-product design documents such as drawings, 3D models, diagrams, schedules, cost etc. These can all be extracted automatically from the BIM software.
BIM Reduces and resolves conflicts before they happen : Designing a building, facility, or any large structure is a highly complex undertaking that requires input from specialists. Once an architect has completed a design, it is necessary for engineers to undertake rigorous structural assessments under different physical strains such as seismic events. Interior designers need to craft usable spaces and various consultants have to design mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and fire protection (MEP/FP) systems etc These systems can also be extremely complex. Some of them will intersect and interact in places, but they all need their own physical space to meet the relevant safety and quality standards. BIM can be used and implemented to coordinate these and any other systems to ensure there are no design conflicts. It is far better to build these systems and other physical components in a digital model first, where issues can be flagged and resolved before any boots hit the construction site ground.
BIM Cloud – Access it anywhere : Standalone CAD and 3D software has traditionally required a lot of processing power. Cloud applications are revolutionizing both CAD and BIM packages by taking the bulk of the processing strain and performing in the cloud. This means that complex BIM models and other information can be accessed on different devices and in different locations at any time, whether the user is traveling, visiting stakeholders in their own offices, or deployed onsite.
Improves the construction process : BIM software allows for the creation of detailed models for each stage of the project. These can be completed with animations, coordination notes and a predictable path to the desired outcome. These can be viewed sequentially and in the context of the final design.
For example, project managers can view the exterior rendering of building, then zoom in to inspect structural supports, then look at the plumbing and electrical work in isolation. Builders can simply look at the construction schedule for specific rooms, floors, or areas. Designers can look at those same areas as an end result and see how sunlight impacts visibility at different times of the day using visualisation software.
Designers and construction teams are able to interact with effectively any level of detail that is desired, while still maintaining confidence that the information they are viewing is accurate and not clashing with other elements of the project. This allows for the detailed investment in the pre-fabrication of materials using any number of different tools.
Create traditional plans : The digital models created within the BIM system are incredibly useful, but there may also be times when certain members of the team will request more traditional reports, plans, sections, elevations and other features. While BIM produces a series of integrated models, individual elements can be separated out and distributed, whether in digital formats or using printouts.
BIM for perfect presentations : 3D models have become a key part of pitching projects. BIM data can be easily presented in 3D models, allowing clients to view projects in breath-taking detail. BIM goes even further than traditional presentations by enabling the visualisation of site assets and functionality. You can show where costs are, both in terms of capital investments and ongoing operating expenses and enable the simple understanding of how the building will function when finished using animations and embedded details.
BIM models can also be used to create virtual reality or augmented visualizations that bring designs to life through mixed reality, allowing anyone to see what the finished project will look like onsite.
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