Construction and BIM: Benefits and Challenges
TweetIntroduction
The leading force in the construction sector is Building Information Modelling, or "BIM." The technology has been there for more than ten years, but in the last two years, it has generated a lot of attention in the business.
BIM stands for Building Information Modeling or a digital representation of a facility's physical and functional characteristics that are represented digitally. By using BIM services in construction, it will be possible to generate visual files with all the variables required in the actual construction process.
The Benefits
Providing the right input will result in a model that will contain all the information anyone working on the project needs to make it successful. BIM benefits the construction process in a number of ways, but here are five highlights:
2. Ensure that all permits are in order
1. Estimating the cost and constructability of a project
By expanding the scope of BIM, a construction manager and other stakeholders will be able to gain a more in-depth understanding of what exactly goes into the construction of a final project, which will make the construction process easier.
It should also be noted that traditional CAD forecasts do not always provide accurate pricing predictions, while BIM modelling includes all the variables that can be used to forecast construction prices both individually and as a whole.
2. Processes involved in complex construction
It is well known that the current construction process is incredibly complex, resulting in a lack of coordination, extended timelines, and a loss of money. As opposed to conventional construction methods, BIM provides a more cost-effective, time-sensitive solution: In BIM, data is directly related to design, meaning any changes in the design will be reflected in the model, thus accounting for every variable in the construction process.
3. Scope of the project
Conventionally, the purpose of a building model for a construction project is to provide the client with a visual representation of the building and infrastructure to be constructed. As much as this type of CAD model can be used as a guideline to proceed further, it cannot be used for precise calculations of the variables involved, even though it can be used as a guideline.
There are a few variables which are not only included in BIM but they are also highlighted. For instance, thermal modelling is just as much a part of BIM as natural light and HVAC systems, for example. Changing from traditional architectural drawing to BIM is like expanding the scope of the model, which in turn will increase the reliability of the model will be expanded.
4. Coordinated engagement of stakeholders
In order to complete a construction project successfully, you need to maintain coordination between all the stakeholders at every stage of the process. Due to the wide range of variables involved in construction, BIM services can have a significant impact on the coordination of all stakeholders as they involve a wide range of factors.
5. Developing a reliable workflow
The planning process for a construction project can be a challenging one due to the fact that there are many overlapping timeframes involved. As a major benefit of using a BIM service, it can be said that it can play a significant role in preventing clashes in areas where both models overlap or are incompatible. In order to find these clashes, BIM makes it much easier.
This provides managers with the opportunity to identify problems before they become serious, thus resulting in a more reliable workflow.
In addition to its many benefits,
BIM has also become an invaluable tool for the construction industry due to its ability to integrate it into the entire process of building. BIM will definitely increase the chances of a project succeeding if it starts with a BIM model.
