How does BIM MEP modeling help contractors?

BIM allows project stakeholders to build virtually before the actual construction begins. It delivers several uses at various construction stages such as visualization, scheduling, estimation, risk analysis, etc. BIM has much to offer for MEP modeling or contractors working on MEP design and construction. The use of BIM in MEP modeling enhances collaboration, streamlines various project activities, and reduces wastage and risk across the project.

BIM is adopted by BIM MEP contractors for 3D modeling, creating working drawings, fabrication drawings, detailed reviews, schedules, collision detection, and more. The advantages extend for Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing contractors.

7 Benefits that MEP contractors gain by adopting BIM

Take complete project control

MEP contractors can get a bird’s eye view of the entire project. That includes building components like HVAC systems, electrical lines, elevations, plumbing layout, etc. Every piece of information is accessible from a single platform that provides complete project control with a clear scope of work, interference detection, and more.

Enable highly-detailed visualization with 3D

Highly-detailed visualizations of 3D MEP models provide a clear visual of the ducting and piping system. This helps save on time and budget for MEP contractors. Appropriate clearances and changes can be made, or design improvements can be enabled on the fly.

Prepare accurate logistical planning and procurement

MEP work can be complicated for complex structures like healthcare or airport construction.

There are various components, small and large that need to be analyzed for space planning, bandwidth, and resources. BIM can streamline activities like logistical planning and material procurement for prefabricated components that need to be accurately installed on-site. Contractors can save on rework and material waste by placing orders for materials that are required on-site. It also helps produce better estimation that saves on money by mitigating bulk ordering.

Solve building component challenges

Various components can produce significant challenges for MEP contractors. Large components can be measured easily in comparison to smaller ones. BIM helps create smaller building elements with a great degree of detail at higher LOD levels. 

Resolve design and workflow interferences

With BIM as the tip of the spear, design clashes can be identified and resolved early on. Even 4D or workflow clashes can be eliminated with precise BIM processes in place. This helps contractors save on time and money, and prevent project delays.

Build greater sustainability

With complete collaboration, it becomes easy for various stakeholders to take into account material and energy calculations for higher sustainability. MEP contractors can provide valuable feedback to build efficient buildings.

Spin-up quicker design prototypes

Using modern 3D printing technology, MEP contractors can use BIM to develop quick prototypes and present a clear vision for clients and owners.

Hitech CADD Services was outsourced a MEP Clash Detection project by a General Contracting Company from Muscat, Oman for Airport Infrastructure construction. IFC drawings and BIM models for architecture and structure were provided by the client. The team at Hitech imported the 2D drawings to build clash-free 3D MEP models in Revit with LOD 400. Navisworks was used to detect clashes and generate clash detection reports.

Hitech CADD Services’ BIM MEP modeling expertise helped the client save $7M in 6 months, and the deliverables resulted in the installation of 100% MEP systems on-site. It also mitigated the creation of change orders based on clash-free 3D MEP models. Read case study .

As mentioned above, there are various benefits of BIM for MEP Contractors- from planning and collaboration capabilities that fuel integrated efforts, enhanced resource control to early error detection. All these benefits make BIM one of the most powerful tools for MEP contractors.

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