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Still no bang for BIM buck in MEP

by Gerhard Hope on Apr 29, 2010

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BIM software still lacks total functionality for complete MEP design, says Mace Group MEP project manager Mohammed Masadeh.

“It is impossible for MEP contractors to go beyond 3D modelling since the databases include broad aspects of electrical work such as lighting and junctions, but do not include specific pieces of conduits.

“Software vendors are working to improve the functionality of the BIM software, but have not given a specific timeframe for completion,” says Masadeh, who nevertheless acknowledges the impact that this technology will have on the sector.

“The application of BIM software will give MEP contractors/engineers a chance to reduce costs, save the time needed to complete the detailed design stage, and enhance the quality by improving the build ability and reducing mistakes.”

The use of sustainable design methodology has now become mandatory on all new construction in Abu Dhabi. “As such, the MEP systems design has to be updated regularly to reduce the construction costs and time, to minimise the operational energy consumption, and to ensure full compliance with the latest regulations,” says Masadeh.

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BIM MEP is nice software, companies has to invest on training for new BIM software. But in Middle East no one is ready t

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sridhar shetty (May 2, 2010)
doha
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BIM MEP @ GCC
BIM MEP is nice software, companies has to invest on training for new BIM software. But in Middle East no one is ready to invest on training staff that's problem over here.BIM is good software it will dominate the market slowly. You can save lot of material by using this software. Actual 3D services layouts will help you as supporting document for materials order. From using this 3D software we can do a proper co ordination before we start work in site. There are some minor problems in this software too but we hope BIM team will overcome that in next visions. The point is we see in Middle East no MEP Company is ready to adopt new software's, they want run the show with what they have. But this is time to change?.

Djordje Grujic (Apr 29, 2010)

No BIM MEP?
No software does anything, people do. Besides, the biggest problem with the computers is that they never do what you want, but always do what you tell them to do. So it's always up to us. BIM is too much used as an acronym without the full understanding what it actually means. What it does NOT mean is just 3D modeling - that has been around for decades - but the synergy of the digital model AND the data. You can not expect the software vendor to create the database specific to your company. You have to do it in order to use any of the BIM tools out there. It also does matter WHICH software you use. A lot of vendors say that their software does everything. That is simply not true. No one vendor, however big, provides solutions for all the facets of the correct and full BIM implementation. For the MEP designers and contractors in the region, a HUGE step up would be to start using the 3D modeling tools at all. Only the coordination with the structural and architectural design and the clash detection, that is only possible if you do have BIM or even only 3D models of each - will save A LOT, and make the life easier for all except maybe Hilti. The times are slow and there are not many news - why not have a special issue on BIM, IPD, 4 and 5D for example, as there is a lot of dust, smoke and mirrors, but not a lot of understanding about the technology that can really raise the industry to new heights and reorganize it to be efficient and modern?

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