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	Manufacturers need high-fidelity models using 3D CAD software to ensure that components and equipment are manufactured and assembled correctly. Project stakeholders in the architectural, engineering and construction (AEC) industry use different standards, where each type of model is different and may not be interchangeable.		Manufacturers need high-fidelity models using 3D CAD software to ensure that components and equipment are manufactured and assembled correctly. Project stakeholders in the architectural, engineering and construction (AEC) industry use different standards, where each type of model is different and may not be interchangeable.
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−	* Structured data resulting in increased productivity.
−	* Improved understanding of design intent.
−	* Enables analysis and simulation of energy and cost.
−	* Improves planning and accuracy.
−	* Helps provide cost estimates early on.
−	* Improves operation, maintenance and facility management.
−	* Enhances collaboration between all stakeholders so data can be accessible for anyone at any time or place.
−	* Uses 3D models to help clients view and understand design early on, helping avoid miscommunication, misunderstanding and waste.
−	* Reduces waste and carbon emissions.
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−	~~In short, BIM can significantly improve the workflow and expectations of project stakeholders.~~
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−	~~= Challenges creating BIM content =~~
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−	The BIM approach in construction (and with reference to product specifications) is being widely adopted globally, after taking into consideration how much it can alleviate project management problems, deadlines and clashing data.
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−	~~Some of the challenges this may involve are:~~
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−	* Clashes. When systems and equipment have already been installed or if specific new systems and existing mechanical, electrical and plumbing (MEP) connections do not match, BIM can help. However, subcontractors must have detailed product information from manufacturer-created BIM models before construction begins. Otherwise, any errors in product specifications or product details could contribute to clashes.
−	* Operation and maintenance. In c2ase of any disfunction and repair work that may be required once the building has been constructed, by using BIM models with manufacturer details, the location and make of components, their sizes, part numbers and manufacturer name can be easily determined. Without the manufacturer-created model, each of these details would have to be located and checked.
−	* Relevance of data. Using the BIM approach involves a collaborative environment. Content may be added from different sources. This data must be in a form that is consistent for the BIM process. Consistent, updated and precise product data can be extracted for optimum value from manufacturer-created BIM models.

	= The process behind creating a BIM model =		= The process behind creating a BIM model =

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	= Introduction =		= Introduction =

−	Building product manufacturers develop models with the specific details needed by architects and contractors to place these models into their projects but creating BIM content is not always easy~~. However, BIM (Building Information Modelling) models are here to stay~~.	+	Building product manufacturers develop models with the specific details needed by architects and contractors to place these models into their projects, but creating building information modelling (BIM) content is not always easy.

	= Advantages of BIM =		= Advantages of BIM =
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	On one side of the construction equation is a team of architects, contractors and owners who now operate through digital approaches. On the other side are manufacturers who design and produce components and equipment and who have been using digital models for some time. Both sides have different requirements.		On one side of the construction equation is a team of architects, contractors and owners who now operate through digital approaches. On the other side are manufacturers who design and produce components and equipment and who have been using digital models for some time. Both sides have different requirements.

−	Manufacturers need high-fidelity models using 3D CAD software to ensure that components and equipment are manufactured and assembled correctly. Project stakeholders in the architectural, engineering and construction (AEC) industry use different standards, where each type of model is different and not interchangeable~~. Both groups are now using BIM to design, construct and manage projects~~.	+	Manufacturers need high-fidelity models using 3D CAD software to ensure that components and equipment are manufactured and assembled correctly. Project stakeholders in the architectural, engineering and construction (AEC) industry use different standards, where each type of model is different and may not be interchangeable.

	= BIM in the residential sector =		= BIM in the residential sector =
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	These are some benefits of residential BIM modelling:		These are some benefits of residential BIM modelling:

−	* ~~Structures~~ data resulting in increased productivity.	+	* Structured data resulting in increased productivity.
−	* ~~Improves~~ understanding of design intent.	+	* Improved understanding of design intent.
	* Enables analysis and simulation of energy and cost.		* Enables analysis and simulation of energy and cost.
	* Improves planning and accuracy.		* Improves planning and accuracy.
	* Helps provide cost estimates early on.		* Helps provide cost estimates early on.
	* Improves operation, maintenance and facility management.		* Improves operation, maintenance and facility management.
−	* Enhances collaboration between all stakeholders so data can be accessible for anyone at any time or ~~any~~ place.	+	* Enhances collaboration between all stakeholders so data can be accessible for anyone at any time or place.
	* Uses 3D models to help clients view and understand design early on, helping avoid miscommunication, misunderstanding and waste.		* Uses 3D models to help clients view and understand design early on, helping avoid miscommunication, misunderstanding and waste.
−	* Reduces waste and carbon ~~emission (BIM-authoring tools like Revit), resulting in the design of sustainable homes or prefabricated homes~~.	+	* Reduces waste and carbon emissions.

	In short, BIM can significantly improve the workflow and expectations of project stakeholders.		In short, BIM can significantly improve the workflow and expectations of project stakeholders.
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	= Challenges creating BIM content =		= Challenges creating BIM content =

−	The BIM approach in construction (and with reference to product specifications) is being widely adopted globally, after taking into consideration how much it ~~would~~ alleviate ~~budget restrictions,~~ project management problems, ~~changed~~ deadlines and clashing data ~~on plans~~. ~~Some of the challenges this may involve are:~~	+	The BIM approach in construction (and with reference to product specifications) is being widely adopted globally, after taking into consideration how much it can alleviate project management problems, deadlines and clashing data.

−	Clashes. When systems and equipment have already been installed or if specific new systems and existing mechanical, electrical and plumbing (MEP) connections do not match, BIM can help. However, subcontractors must have detailed product information from manufacturer-created BIM models before construction begins. Otherwise, any errors in product specifications or product details could contribute to clashes.	+	Some of the challenges this may involve are:

−	Operation and maintenance. In ~~case~~ of any disfunction and repair work that may be required once the building has been constructed, by using BIM models with manufacturer details, the location and make of components, their sizes, part numbers and manufacturer name can be easily determined. Without the manufacturer-created model, each of these details would have to be located and checked.	+	* Clashes. When systems and equipment have already been installed or if specific new systems and existing mechanical, electrical and plumbing (MEP) connections do not match, BIM can help. However, subcontractors must have detailed product information from manufacturer-created BIM models before construction begins. Otherwise, any errors in product specifications or product details could contribute to clashes.
−		+	* Operation and maintenance. In c2ase of any disfunction and repair work that may be required once the building has been constructed, by using BIM models with manufacturer details, the location and make of components, their sizes, part numbers and manufacturer name can be easily determined. Without the manufacturer-created model, each of these details would have to be located and checked.
−	Relevance of data. Using the BIM approach involves a collaborative environment. Content may be added from different sources. This data must be in a form that is consistent for the BIM process. Consistent, updated and precise product data can be extracted for optimum value from manufacturer-created BIM models.	+	* Relevance of data. Using the BIM approach involves a collaborative environment. Content may be added from different sources. This data must be in a form that is consistent for the BIM process. Consistent, updated and precise product data can be extracted for optimum value from manufacturer-created BIM models.

	= The process behind creating a BIM model =		= The process behind creating a BIM model =
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	As BIM standards develop (along with BIM-authoring tools and necessary infrastructure), many manufacturers opt for the services of a third party. This third party should ideally have a proven track record providing high-quality BIM services, especially BIM modelling services.		As BIM standards develop (along with BIM-authoring tools and necessary infrastructure), many manufacturers opt for the services of a third party. This third party should ideally have a proven track record providing high-quality BIM services, especially BIM modelling services.
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	This third party should ideally have a proven track record providing high-quality BIM services, especially [https://www.xscad.com/services/bim-modelling/ BIM modelling services]. For manufacturers who need BIM services support, it may be a wise choice to consider offshore BIM services providers to help create these BIM models.		This third party should ideally have a proven track record providing high-quality BIM services, especially [https://www.xscad.com/services/bim-modelling/ BIM modelling services]. For manufacturers who need BIM services support, it may be a wise choice to consider offshore BIM services providers to help create these BIM models.

−	XS CAD has valuable experience as a BIM modelling services provider, providing Revit 3D modelling services, 3D visualisation services, residential construction drawings, residential design drawings and other BIM services for global firms. Our range of services for designers, architects, manufacturers and contractors across the world include, fabrication drawing services, [https://www.xscad.com/services/pre-fabricated-mep-drawings/ modular construction drawings], 2D architectural and MEP drafting, 3D BIM modelling, 3D rendering services and 3D walk-throughs.~~<br />~~	+	XS CAD has valuable experience as a BIM modelling services provider, providing Revit 3D modelling services, 3D visualisation services, residential construction drawings, residential design drawings and other BIM services for global firms. Our range of services for designers, architects, manufacturers and contractors across the world include, fabrication drawing services, [https://www.xscad.com/services/pre-fabricated-mep-drawings/ modular construction drawings], 2D architectural and MEP drafting, 3D BIM modelling, 3D rendering services and 3D walk-throughs.
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	After the bidding process and before actual construction begins, real products are selected. Then it is important to use a manufacturer-created BIM model to detect clashes, to coordinate between building services engineers and to use for installation and maintenance.		After the bidding process and before actual construction begins, real products are selected. Then it is important to use a manufacturer-created BIM model to detect clashes, to coordinate between building services engineers and to use for installation and maintenance.

−	Manufacturers can begin by stripping all irrelevant data from a completed 3D CAD model and exporting a BIM content version of the model from the original~~. This step works well for products with a single size~~.	+	Manufacturers can begin by stripping all irrelevant data from a completed 3D CAD model and exporting a BIM content version of the model from the original.

−	To produce a BIM model for products that can be configured, manufacturers must create each geometry, export the model and store them separately, which could be a lengthy ~~affair~~ and may not be practical when many configurable products are involved. Another option is to simplify the manufacturing model in the same application it was designed, so that manufacturers can access all product details, configure it for specific projects and download the BIM content.	+	To produce a BIM model for products that can be configured, manufacturers must create each geometry, export the model and store them separately, which could be a lengthy process and may not be practical when many configurable products are involved. Another option is to simplify the manufacturing model in the same application it was designed, so that manufacturers can access all product details, configure it for specific projects and download the BIM content.

	Following the simplification of the model, details (such as connections of electrical, plumbing, ducts, conduits, cable trays and so on) can be clearly defined. In addition, product properties, such as dimensions, voltage, flow direction, numbers and names can be added to the model. As the new model contains the necessary detail in lightweight content as part of a simple model, customers can easily integrate them into their own BIM models.		Following the simplification of the model, details (such as connections of electrical, plumbing, ducts, conduits, cable trays and so on) can be clearly defined. In addition, product properties, such as dimensions, voltage, flow direction, numbers and names can be added to the model. As the new model contains the necessary detail in lightweight content as part of a simple model, customers can easily integrate them into their own BIM models.
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	* The customer now downloads the BIM object and places it into the project.		* The customer now downloads the BIM object and places it into the project.

−	Manufacturer-created BIM models can also make products more aesthetically pleasing if the BIM content has simple geometry and product information. This allows both designers and and manufacturers to ~~can~~ add value to products, fixtures and fittings.	+	Manufacturer-created BIM models can also make products more aesthetically pleasing if the BIM content has simple geometry and product information. This allows both designers and and manufacturers to add value to products, fixtures and fittings.

	The manufacturer’s BIM object can be downloaded and easily used, reducing costs for modelling and saving time. Interior fittings, such as escalators, lifts, doors, windows, glazing and so on can be chosen from manufacturer catalogues.		The manufacturer’s BIM object can be downloaded and easily used, reducing costs for modelling and saving time. Interior fittings, such as escalators, lifts, doors, windows, glazing and so on can be chosen from manufacturer catalogues.
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	= Negative aspects of using manufacturer-created BIM =		= Negative aspects of using manufacturer-created BIM =

−	There can be risks when using manufacturer-created BIM. Sometimes, content is modelled poorly and fails to interact with other components. Many contain so much detail that they cause model sizes to swell, and the whole design becomes unmanageable. There may also be a ~~serious~~ limitation as to the number of components that are available.	+	There can be risks when using manufacturer-created BIM. Sometimes, content is modelled poorly and fails to interact with other components. Many contain so much detail that they cause model sizes to swell, and the whole design becomes unmanageable. There may also be a limitation as to the number of components that are available.

−	Defining BIM standards for component models is an undertaking of great scale. All construction products, their product lines, categories, market regulations for different countries and specifications make for a complicated stew of standards, with many ingredients, and if different design teams are involved~~, well~~, it may be too many cooks.	+	Defining BIM standards for component models is an undertaking of great scale. All construction products, their product lines, categories, market regulations for different countries and specifications make for a complicated stew of standards, with many ingredients, and if different design teams are involved, it may be too many cooks.

	It could be possible that a manufacturer is not able to create BIM content that can be used. The models may be too complex for AEC firms.		It could be possible that a manufacturer is not able to create BIM content that can be used. The models may be too complex for AEC firms.