Coordinated Revit model for Fire Protection System and fabrication drawings at 98% accuracy ensure hassle-free installation for Irish healthcare project

Project Samples.

Fire hose connection in corridor

Fire protection ceiling void model

Fire protection header room

Challenges.

The BIM team at HitechDigital faced multiple challenges as they took on the task:

• Incorporating last minute changes during creation of the model increased rework and time taken
• Ensuring delivery within a very short time frame while making sure other parallel MEP projects remain unaffected

Solution.

The BIM engineers at HitechDigital created an information-rich coordinated 3D model for fire protection using Revit. They generated clash reports in Navisworks. The team also created accurate fabrication drawings and complete documentation sets for various project stages, as per client need.

This helped the client in accurate prefabrication of fire protection components and error-free installation.

Approach.

A team comprising mid and senior-level resources was deployed; all input documents including 2D CAD drawings and sketches were analyzed; client-defined design rules were studied

• They created a 3D model in Revit and enriched it with detailed information on fire protection components
• The completed Revit model for fire protection was coordinated with other MEPF trades to ensure interference-free designs
• The coordinated Revit MEPF model was sent to the client for a complete review along with clash detection reports generated through Navisworks
• Once the model was approved by the client, shop drawings, sections, BOQs, and builders work drawings including sections were extracted from the model
• Quality checks at multiple levels using predetermined specifications were carried out to verify accuracy
• BIM360 was used to achieve real-time collaboration between multiple teams and trades
• Tools and Technology used: Autodesk Revit, Navisworks, AutoCAD, BIM360.