What is Point Cloud? A Point Cloud is a combination of a very large number of points that covers surfaces of an object, building or anything that a laser scanner captures. Generation of point cloud data involves the use of 3D laser scan technology to capture the as-built environment of a building. Point cloud data … Read more
What is BIM for Building Lifecycle? BIM for building lifecycle or commonly known as BIM for Facilities Management (FM) is designed to include additional information to be added to the BIM model database for the purpose of managing the building after it has been completed, throughout the building’s lifecycle. Such information includes but not limited … Read more
What are Quantity Take-Offs? A 5D BIM model is an extended 4D BIM model with a variable known as the cost of labour and materials needed for construction. A detailed measurement of these two components in a construction project is very essential, known as ‘quantity take-off’. A 5D BIM model enables fast estimation of quantities … Read more
What is Cost Estimation? A 5D BIM model is an extended 4D BIM model with a variable known as the cost of labour and materials needed for construction. A 5D BIM model enables fast estimation of cost for purchasing, installing, running, maintenance and renewal costs as the estimation process is automated through the adoption of … Read more
What is 4D Sequencing & Simulation? A 4D BIM Model is an extended 3D BIM model with an additional feature, known as the time in the form of a schedule. A 4D BIM model has additional information compared to a 3D BIM model which is the ability in creating a 4D simulation that helps all … Read more
BIM SCHEDULING 4D BIM is the process of linking a 4D BIM Model with time or schedule related information, providing precise construction information for teams working on the project. By incorporating the start and finish dates into each BIM component, we are able to focus our attention on deploying lean construction techniques and optimising the … Read more
What is 4D Progress Monitoring? A 4D BIM model is an extended 3D BIM model with an additional feature, known as the time in the form of a schedule. A 3D BIM model with the attachment of time allows the team to carry out progress monitoring of the construction process during both design and actual … Read more
What is Clash Detection & Resolution? One of the key aspects of BIM Coordination is clash detection and resolution which involves identification, inspection, and reporting of interference clash in a BIM model during the design stage instead of on-site, during construction. Clash detection and resolution help reduce design errors virtually prior to construction, preventing any … Read more
What is BIM Coordination? BIM coordination is essentially the collaboration between three major disciplines which are Architecture, Structure & MEP. Focusing on areas of concern, disparity, and unevenness in the building design, BIM Coordination involves the coordination of the BIM models created by these disciplines to ensure the final outcome of the building is an … Read more
What is BIM Constructability Analysis? BIM-based constructability analysis is vital as it is used to review construction processes and methods during the design phase, which helps to identify potential obstacles and find ways to resolve any constructability issues that might occur during the course of the project. The team can review the entire project from … Read more