♦ BIM Coordination

One of the most important goals of the utilization of BIM is the physical coordination of systems between disciplines, along with efficient and proper installation in the field. BIM Coordination Include:

BIM Coordination

BIM Coordination

One of the most important goals of the utilization of BIM is the physical coordination of systems between disciplines, along with efficient and proper installation in the field. The SBRd BIM Coordination process involves Clash Detection reports, Constructability reviews, virtual and/or personal Coordination meetings with architects, engineers, consultants, construction manager(s) and sub-contractors. SBRd is fully capable of organizing and running the Coordination phase of a construction project. We already have led modeling and coordination efforts on some projects. Individual project schedules, Gantt charts, email alerts, documentation hosting, RFI logs, and project specific group contact lists are all smoothly integrated into one easy to use, easy to access site. In order to further assist, we can assign one or more of our BIM professionals to your design team for the duration of your project. Our BIM professionals will help in your office or in the field, while the rest of the team at SBRd guides you from our offices.
Building Conflict Reporting/ Clash Detection

Building Conflict Reporting/ Clash Detection

Once the BIM Models for all disciplines are accurately created, SBRd performs Clash Detection and generates customized Building Conflict Reports (BCR). Our staff works together with engineers, general contractors, and various trades to detect and resolve the design conflicts among construction elements before construction funds are ever spent. The coordination meetings are run, and BCRs are produced, using AVEVA/Autodesk packages. This software is the industry standard for precise collision detection and clash reports. Multiple CAD and/or BIM platforms can be imported into a single file, stripping down the base geometry to keep the file lightweight. We upload each BCR by trade for all parties to see, then document the issues and update the project schedules. We also supply hardware and software where a turnkey solution is necessary. For contractors, the “low hanging fruit” for return on investment include: - Improving construction costs by identifying and correcting clashes before the construction team is onsite - Increasing the chances of winning a project bid by showing thoughtful design approaches using the visualization techniques inherent in BIM-based renderings - Reducing the number of change orders, which reduces administrative expenses and processing time during construction - Allowing more fabrication to happen off-site, greatly improving yard management activities
4D Scheduling/ Construction Sequencing

4D Scheduling/ Construction Sequencing

Complex site logistics and installation phasing are some of many potential applications for visualization. Graphic representations, created to understand time-based processes, helps foresee conflicts and study potential solutions. 4D adds the time factor of the construction schedule to the 3D model. We can directly link each activity of a Gantt chart (generated in project management software such as Primavera or Microsoft Project) to the BIM. These animated models represent the planned construction sequence set against time. The main purpose of a construction phasing simulation is to provide a tool that will help the construction team visualize logistical issues or inefficiencies. The simulation exposes details such as out-of-sequence work, scheduling conflicts between multiple trades, “what if” scenarios, and macro-level construction phasing strategies – all in order to achieve the optimization of the construction schedule.
5D Cost Estimation

5D Cost Estimation

Many Conventional estimating techniques that rely on two-dimensional drawing measurements have substantial potential for ambiguity, inefficiency, and error. A three-dimensional project model removes the ambiguity and potential inconsistencies in project quantity estimations. The fifth dimension (5D) is cost, which is brought into the virtual building life cycle. A 5D estimate is a BIM linked to construction cost estimation through material quantities that are automatically generated from the data within the model. 5D Estimation improves budgeting, provides cost-loaded schedules, and displays multiple interactive forecasts to make agile comparisons. When the design is changed, cost adjustments are calculated in real time. This enables general contractors to help the owner improve design with value-engineering decisions.
6D BIM for Facility Management

6D BIM for Facility Management

Through years of experience, SBRd knows as construction nears completion, a drop in the level of attention to detail regarding documentation occurs. Owners often receive disconnected documents, specifications, and/or equipment manuals; additionally, they receive semi-accurate construction documents and electronic models to which the documents pertain. This information is then processed to various degrees of effectiveness and placed into a system used for Facility Management. Not surprisingly, many of these models are electronic versions of completely disjointed information. As a result, BIM fails to deliver as intended. SBRd has developed methods through which proper documentation is gathered, verified, and processed. This information is available to the user through a customized proprietary web-based environment, ensuring the owner has global accessibility. The Owner or Facility Manager will have full access to a simple yet powerful virtual building model containing relevant information to manage property, building systems and components for the life of the facility.
Procurement and Quantity Take-Offs (QTO)

Procurement and Quantity Take-Offs (QTO)

Accurate quantification of building components is a constant necessity during the design and construction phases of any project. SBRd assists, during the Procurement process, by providing QTOs generated from the BIM. Accurate comparative data, combined with optional studies and/or phasing, can be a powerful tool in maintaining and optimizing efficiencies. SBRd collaborates with the clients to maximize the value of a model toward these tasks.
3D Laser Scanning to BIM

3D Laser Scanning to BIM

SBRd perform laser scanning on site to convert into accurate 3D Structure, Piping, Equipment to BIM models which reflect exactly what has actually been built, providing all geometry and data needed for as-built, renovation and documentation purposes. Having accurate laser measured equipment/Piping and Structure position is critical for all industrial projects. SBRd team use highly accurate lasers to create as-built and existing condition surveys and deliver them in AVEVA/Autodesk formats giving you the ability to view projects across multiple devices. SBRd laser measurement technology delivers highly detailed accurate as built and allows our professionals to survey complex structures, layouts etc. Additionally, we use the most up-to-date BOMA Measurement & REBNY Measurement guidelines to create color coded Property Plan Books that contains occupancy reports, loss factors, floor plans and detailed BOMA measurement area calculations.

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