Building Information Modelling & Management
At P&R Mechanical Services, we emphasize the utilization of BIM360/Revizto to enhance project accuracy, minimize on-site clashes, and ultimately expedite project completion during the fabrication and construction phase.
We use BIM models from all relevant Trades and Design contractors to coordinate, review, identify, and resolve any issues/clashes.
What is BIM?
Building information Modelling (BIM) Is the creation and placement of digital 3D Elements which carry information to reflects its real-life purpose/function.
For instance; Mechanical Services Trade will develop shop drawings for a specific LOD (Level Of Detail/Development) for the purpose of shop/fabrication drawings, coordination and clash detection against other services models, as well as Architectural design modelling.
BIM Elements are supported and created by various tools, such as Revit, BIM360, Revizto and more.
Level Of Detail/Development
The Level of Detail (LOD) is a standardized framework that defines the depth of information and precision within a BIM model at various project stages. This framework ensures clear communication and collaboration by specifying the exact information needed for design, coordination, fabrication, and facility management.
Below is a breakdown of the six most common levels of detail or development:
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The building 3D model is developed to represent the information on basic level. Thereby, only conceptual model creation is possible in this stage. Parameters like area, height, volume, location and orientation are defined.
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General model where elements are modelled with approximate quantities, size, shape, location and orientation. We can also attach non- geometric information to the model elements.
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The Model Element is graphically represented within the Model as a specific system, object or assembly in terms of quantity, size, shape, location, and orientation. Non-graphic information may also be attached to the Model Element.
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Includes model detail and element that represent how building elements interface with various systems and other building elements with graphics and written definitions.
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Model elements are modelled as specific assemblies, with complete fabrication, assembly, and detailing information in addition to precise quantity, size, shape, location and orientation. Non- geometric information to the model elements can also be attached.
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Elements are modelled as constructed assemblies for Maintenance and operations. In addition to actual and accurate in size, shape, location, quantity, and orientation, non-geometric information is attached to modelled elements
What is BIM360?
BIM360 is a cloud-based portal which allows Builders and Trades to migrate from their local working platform into an online folder structure.
Within the BIM360 Portal P&R will provide a folder tree to allow each member to save their working models.
The main participants in the BIM workflow are Mechanical, Hydraulic, Electrical, Syfon, Pool Aquatic & Wet-Fire Trade.
All team members use an agreed-upon version of Revit.
P&R will create and conduct clash coordination between disciplines, either within the capabilities of BIM360 or Revizto.
In essence, all models are cross-referenced to see where each trade may interfere with one another.
What is Revizto?
Revizto is a cloud-based collaboration software platform designed for BIM collaboration.
It works in conjunction with BIM360 and allows for more automated and detailed process of clash detection.
Automatically prioritising disciplines and allocating clashes to relevant draftees and team-members.
What P&R provides
Set up BIM for the project and ensure all trades are aware of the BIM processes.
Updated clash reporting sent out prior to each meeting
Enable User friendly cloud Model Sharing within the BIM Folder structure
Elimination of as many clashes as possible, aiming for a Clash free status
Ensure collaboration of contractors and subcontractors
Workflow package/clash execution plan – dates for each level or section of project
Co-ordination meetings (weekly, fortnightly, monthly etc)
Combines RCP Services coordination
Additional Clash Coordination will include:
Builder works Clashes between disciplines
Highlight on-going/resolved/pending clashes
Sound good?
Get in touch today to see how we can help with your project.
📞 (03) 9703 1367
📧 office@prmech.com.au