Building Information Modeling
Building information modeling (BIM) uses technology to establish a digital representation of the physical aspects of a facility in 3 dimensions with embedded object information and/or intelligence. The model can be used as a repository for facility information and used by electronic facility management systems.
C&S uses BIM for multi-disciplined vertical construction projects to provide high-quality and efficient designs. In addition, C&S has used BIM on several design-build projects to effectively link design and construction. C&S has made significant investments to ensure our designers and engineers are trained on latest BIM software packages, including:
- Autodesk Architectural Desktop
- Autodesk Building Systems
- Autodesk Civil 3D
- Autodesk Revit
The benefits of BIM are endless when compared to traditional 2-D drafting and designing, including:
- Excellent multi-discipline coordination and conflict identification
- Intelligent data associated with every object in the model
- Rapid visualization of the finished product (3-D renderings)
- Traditional drawings outputs (plans, sections, schedules, etc.) are easily created and updated
- Non-traditional outputs, such as shop drawing creation, material quantification, cost estimating, energy analyses, and links to finite element analysis (FEA) software
- Model usage for future building renovations and/or facility management systems