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BIM in Practice - Advantages and Obstacles for Structural Engineers

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STANDARDS AND REQUIREMENTS

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BIM- Where we are?The Government Construction Strategy was published by the Cabinet office on 31 May 2011. The report announced the Governments intention to require: collaborative 3D BIM (with all project and asset information, documentation and data being electronic) on its projects by 2016.

Level 0Level 0 BIM, as defined by this diagram, is the use of 2D CAD files for production information: a process thatthe majority of design practices has used for many years. The important point to be derived from the diagram(from the horizontal line separating data and process management which does not commence until level 1 BIM)is that common standards and processes in relation to the use of CAD failed to gain traction as the use of CADdeveloped.Level 1Level 1 BIM acknowledges the increased use of both 2D and 3D information on projects. For architects, 3Dsoftware has increasingly been used as a conceptual design tool during the early project stages (typically RIBAstages C & D) and for visualisation of the finished project for presentation to the client. This form of BIM whereCADLevel 2for level 2 but it is fair to say that level 2 BIM does expose some of the deficiencies of current contractualdocumentation. For example, the role of the Model Manager needs to be considered and the roles andresponsibilities of the various designers and contracting parties need to be clearer, particularly in relation toPerformance Specified Work. The outputs required at each stage will also require greater definition, and in turn thiswill require the Lead Designer to clarify the inputs that they require at each stage of the design in order toco-ordinate the design as it progresses.Level 2 BIM requires the current fragmentation of the design team from designing subcontractors to bereplaced by Integrated Teams working collaboratively under new forms of procurement using plug and playworking methods.Level 3The greatest BIM challenges arise when moving from level 2 BIM to level 3 BIM and the perceived holy grail ofthe single project model. With level 2 resolving the methodology of all the designers working in 3D, the challengewith the single model will not be the collaborative use of the information: it will be harnessing the information in themodel so that it is of greater use. For the information to have more value, software Interoperability will be requiredand the BIM Maturity Diagram acknowledges this (see box under iBIM). With level 3 BIM it will be possible for: early rough and ready design analysis on environmental performance minimising iterative design time; cost models to be quickly derived from the model using new costing interfaces; health and safety aspects associated with the construction and maintenance of the building to be analysedparallel with the design; and asset management, KPI, and other feedback information to be aligned with intelligent briefing, enablinginformation in the model to develop during design and to be used as part of a Soft Landings approach, and toinform and improve future projects.Design processes will need to be developed to their next level of refinement so that there are clear and establishedmethods setting out how many parties can work in the same model environment at the same time. Theseprocesses aligned with better scope of service and responsibility documents will allay the fears of some legal orinsurance observers, but it has to be acknowledged that the implications and legal issues associated with copyright,responsibilities and scope of services need to be identified and considered further if level 3 BIM is to be successful.

0.Unmanaged CAD probably 2D, with paper (or electronic paper) as the most likely data exchange mechanism.1.Managed CAD in 2 or 3D format using BS 1192:2007 with a collaboration tool providing a common data environment, possibly some standard data structures and formats. Commercial data managed by standalone finance and cost management packages with no integration.2.Managed 3D environment held in separate discipline BIM tools with attached data. Commercial data managed by an ERP. Integration on the basis of proprietary interfaces or bespoke middleware could be regarded as pBIM (proprietary). The approach may utilise 4D Programme data and 5D cost elements.3.Fully open process and data integration enabled by IFC / IFD. Managed by a collaborative model server. Could be regarded as iBIM or integrated BIM potentially employing concurrent engineering processes.

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Standards overview

PAS 1192 Collaborative production of architectural, engineering and Construction information Code of practicePAS 1192-2 Specification for information management for the capital/delivery phase of construction projects using Building Information Modelling. PAS 1192-3, offers guidance on the use and maintenance of the asset information model (AIM) to support the planned preventative maintenance programme and the portfolio management activity for the life of the asset.BS 1192-4:2014 - Collaborative production of information. Fulfilling employers information exchange requirements using COBie. Code of practicePAS 1192-5:2015 Specification for security-minded building information modelling, digital built environments and smart asset management

PAS1192-2 Overview

PAS1192-2 Specification for information management for the capital/delivery phase of construction projects using Building Information Modelling.

The purpose of the PAS is to support the objective to achieve BIM maturity Level 2 by specifying requirements for this level, setting set out the framework for collaborative working on BIM enabled projects and providing specific guidance for the information management requirements associated with projects delivered using BIM.

The requirements within the PAS build on the existing code of practice for the collaborative production of architectural, engineering and construction information, defined within BS 1192:2007. The PAS describes the shared use of individually authored models in a Common Data Environment (CDE), being a single source of information for any given project, used to collect, manage and disseminate all relevant approved project documents for multi-disciplinary teams.

The requirements within the PAS build on the existing code of practice for the collaborative production of architectural, engineering and construction information, defined within BS 1192:2007. BS1192:2007 provides details of the standards and processes that should be adopted to enable consistent, structured, efficient and accurate information exchange. However, only information exchanges specific to BIM (i.e. structured data) are described in this PAS.

In addition, PAS 1192-2 focuses specifically on the delivery phase of projects (from strategic identification of need through to handover of asset), where the majority of graphical data, non-graphical data and documents are accumulated from design and construction activities.

A forthcoming document, PAS 1192-3, to be developed, will offer guidance on the use and maintenance of the asset information model (AIM) to support the planned preventative maintenance programme and the portfolio management activity for the life of the asset.4

Legal BUILDING INFORMATION MODEL (BIM) PROTOCOL CIC/BIM Pro

BIM Protocol OverviewThe BIM Protocol is a supplementary legal agreement that is incorporated into professional services appointments and construction contracts by means of a simple amendment. The Protocol creates additional obligations and rights for the employer and the contracted party. The Protocol is based on the direct contractual relationship between the employer and the supplier. It does not create additional rights or liabilities between different suppliers.The CIC BIM Protocol has been designed to be used by Construction Clients and Contractor Clients. It is possible that consultants and contractors will use a version of the Protocol to manage the work of sub-consultants and sub-contractors.The key principles of the application of the CIC BIM Protocol are as follows:All parties that are responsible for the production of Building Information Models on behalf of the Employer should have the Protocol incorporated into their contract/appointment.The same version of the Protocol and Appendices should be incorporated into each contract.The wording of the CIC BIM Protocol should not be amendedThe Protocol should detail all Building Information Models that are going to be produced by all parties contracted to the employer on the projectThe Appendices have to be completed with project specific information for all projects. This should be available from pre-appointment documentation such as the Employers Information Requirements.Changes to the Protocol and its Appendices should be treated as variations to the ContractThe CIC BIM Protocol Appendices are the only documents which need to be completed with specific project details.Appendix 1 Model Production and Delivery Table. This must include references to all Building Information Models that are required by the employer at each project stage.Appendix 2 Information Requirements. This details the information management standards that will be adopted on a project.Editable versions of the appendices can be downloaded from the links below.All Project Team Members should have an identical CIC BIM Protocol and Appendices.The CIC BIM Protocol is incorporated into an appointment or contract using a simple amendment. The text of a model enabling simple amendment has been published with this Protocol (page 8)

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Employer's Information Requirement

The Employers Information Requirements (EIR) form part of the appointment and tender documents on a BIM Project.

BIM Employers Information Requirements (EIR)

The Employers Information Requirements (EIR) form part of the appointment and tender documents on a BIM Project.

Information Requirements need to be defined as part of the Employers Requirements. The EIR define which models need to be produced at each project stage together with the required level of detail and definition. These models are key deliverables in the data drops contributing to effective decision making at key stages of the project.

The content of the EIR covers three areas:

Technical details of software platforms, definitions of levels of detail etcManagement details of management processes to be adopted in connection with BIM on a projectCommercial details of BIM Model deliverables, timing of data drops and definitions of information purposeseirtable

The EIR is presented as a model document complete with guidance models. The content can be incorporated into other tender documentation. The content of the model EIR is advisory. As the BIM protocol requires details of Building Information Models and Information Management processes, the EIR provides an effective platform to communicate these requirements as part of an appointment process.

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BIM roles and responsibilities BIM users

BIM professionals:BIM ModellerBIM AnalystBIM Application DeveloperModelling SpecialistBIM FacilitatorBIM ConsultantBIM ResearcherBIM Manager

BIM Modeller The Functions of a BIM Modeller are to create and develop and to extract 2D documentations from Models. BIM Modeller can also be called BIM Operator. 2. BIM Analyst The Function of the BIM Analyst is to perform analyses and simulations based on the BIM Model Building performance analysis circulation Security analysis Etc3. BIM Application Developer or BIM SoftwareDeveloper A BIM Application Developer develops and customizes software to support integrationand the BIM process form small plug-ins to BIM servers.4.Modeling Specialist Modeling Specialist is IT professional who contributes, along with expert in differentareas of the AEC/FM industry, to the IFC standard, form initial requirement of IFCextensions, and have to be familiar with the IFC data Structure and modeling concepts. Also responsible for mapping of Exchange Requirements.5. BIM Facilitator The role of a BIM Facilitator is to assist other professionals, not yet skilled in operating BIM software, in visualizing the model information. Assists the engineers work to communicate with foramen or Contractors Also assists and helps facility managers to extract information form BIM Models for: Asset management Space planning Maintenance Scheduling6. BIM Consultant Guides project designers, developer and builders in the BIM implementation for large and medium sized companies that have adopted BIM and dont have experienced BIM expert/sThere may be three types of BIM Consultant: 1. Strategic Consultant Generates strategies that are typically medium to long term and are based on a vision of achievement. 2. Functional Consultant Generate action plans in accordance with these strategies 3. Operational Consultant He actually perform process of implementation Operational Consultants are hired by a software supplier to develop implementation plans for their BIM products. 7. BIM Researcher He / she the expert that work in universities, research institutes or governmental organizations, teaches, coordinates and develops research on BIM. The BIM researchers are the leader in the creation of new knowledge to benefit the industry, the community and the environment. Many of BIM Researchers acts as BIM Educators. 8. BIM Manager The main function of a BIM Manager is to manage people in the implementation and/ or maintenance of the BIM process. A BIM manager also sets design templates Coordinates the integration of entity models Coordinates the access to the model Guide the team in decision making Examines the goals of the BIM process Evaluates the goals of the BIM process Develops a plan to fit the demands and desires of customers Etc There are more than one type of BIM managers: 1. Project Model Manager. Modeling Manager or Model Manager 2. BIM Manager at Design Firms or chief BIM-Officer 3. BIM Manager at General Construction and Subcontractor Firms- BIM Construction Officer 7

IFC - Industry Foundation Classes It is a platform neutral, open file format specification that is not controlled by a single vendor or group of vendors. It is an object-based file format with a data model developed by building SMART (formerly the International Alliance for Interoperability, IAI) to facilitate interoperability in the architecture, engineering and construction (AEC) industry, and is a commonly used collaboration format in Building information modelling (BIM) based projects. The IFC model specification is open and available. It is registered by ISO and is an official International Standard ISO 16739:2013.

BS ISO 16739:2013 Industry Foundation Classes (IFC) for data sharing in the construction and facility management industries, was published by the British Standards Institution (BSI) in August 2013.British Standard (BS) publications are technical specifications or practices that can be used as guidance for the production of a product, carrying out a process or providing a service. ISOs (International Standard Organisation) are international standards intended to be used throughout the world. BS ISOs are published as Britain adopts ISOs.The Industry Foundation Classes (IFC) specification is a neutral, non-proprietary data format used to describe, exchange and share information. It is the international standard for building information modelling (BIM) used for sharing and exchanging construction and facility management data across different software applications.IFC was first developed in 1994 by the Industry Alliance for Interoperability, a consortium formed by Autodesk. To allow the continued development of IFC as a non-proprietary data format, the consortium became the International Alliance for Interoperability in 1997 and has now become buildingSMART, a not for profit organisation.BS ISO 16739:2013 defines the IFC conceptual data schema and exchange file format for BIM data. It consists of the data schema, represented as an EXPRESS schema specification, and reference data, represented as definitions of property and quantity names and descriptions.The standard covers:BIM exchange format definitions that are required during the life cycle phases of buildings.BIM exchange format definitions that are required by the various disciplines involved within the life cycle phases.BIM exchange format definitions such as; project structure, physical components, spatial components and so on.It does not cover:Exchange format definitions outside of construction and facility maintenance.Project structure and component breakdown structures outside of building engineering.Behavioural aspects of components and other information items.8

COBieConstruction-Operations Building Information Exchangehelps organising information about new and existing facilities. It is general enough that it can be used to document both Buildings and Infrastructure assets. It is simple enough that it can be transmitted using a spreadsheet like MS-Excel. It is a means of sharing structured information, just like CDM and BIM.

There are currently 700 templates available in COBie, HTML, XHTML, IFC and IFCXML formats at http://www.bimtaskgroup.org/cobie/

So for those of you unfamiliar with COBie put in simple terms it is a way of transferring data in a structured format into another system. At its most basic level this output can be displayed in a spreadsheet format as a series of sheets within an Excel workbook. But to be clear COBie isnt specifically a spreadsheet or Microsoft Excel but a schema to set out specific requirements for transferring data to manage preventative maintenance after the construction phase - See more at: http://bimblog.bondbryan.com/cobie-2-bs-1192-42014-and-archicad-1819-part-1-instruction-contact-facility-and-floor/#sthash.tMJdrRYM.dpuf

Construction Operations Building Information Exchange (COBie) is a non-proprietary data format for the publication of a subset of building information models (BIM) focused on delivering asset data rather that geometric information. It is formally defined as a subset of the Industry Foundation Classes (IFC - the international standard for sharing and exchanging BIM data across different software applications), but can also be conveyed using worksheets or relational databases.COBie was devised by William East of the United States Army Corps of Engineers, who authored a pilot standard in 2007 to improve the process of handing over information to building owners, occupiers and operators enabling them to manage their asset more efficiently. In 2008 it became COBie when it was revised to comply with international standards for data and classification.COBie helps capture and record important project data at the point of origin, including equipment lists, product data sheets, warranties, spare parts lists, preventive maintenance schedules and so on. This information is essential to support operations, maintenance and asset management once the built asset is in service.COBie does not increase the need for information, it simply structures it in a more accessible format, so that it is easier to use and re-purpose. The format is intended to be easy to manage by any organisation, irrespective of size and IT capability. Its simplicity means that all tiers of the supply chain should be able to contribute to the data set, even if just by entering it directly into the spreadsheet. The format also insulates the client from unnecessary complexity, technology changes, interoperability problems and proprietary software issues.In May 2011 the UK government published the Government Construction Strategy, announcing the government's intention to require Level 2 BIM (collaborative 3D BIM with all project and asset information, documentation and data being electronic) on its projects by 2016. The required submissions of BIM information for Level 2 are in the COBie format. These submissions, or data drops are required at key milestones through the development of projects to ensure they are properly validated and controlled, enabling the client to check the available data in terms of technical compliance, compliance with the brief, cost / price, and so on.Generally, data drops are aligned to project stages, and the information required reflects the level of development that the project should have reached by that stage. As it develops, the COBie file may contain data from consultants, the contractor, sub-contractors and suppliers, and even the client. Ultimately the data will provide information for the efficient operation and management of the facility.COBie consists of multiple sheets documenting attributes of the facility, its systems and assets and details of their product types, warranties, maintenance requirements and so on. As the project develops so additional attributes, issues and documentation can be associated to specific items.Despite the imminent requirement for BIM on public projects, there remains doubt about whether BIM software is able to generate COBie files that will fully comply with the governments requirements.

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COBieYellow = a required fieldGreen = optional fieldOrange = reference to other or pick listPurple = external referenceGreen = if specified requiredGrey = secondary info if requiredCOBie Drop 1: Requirement and constraints, massing modelCOBie Drop 2: Outline solutionCOBie Drop 3: Construction InformationCOBie Drop 4: Operation and maintenanceCOBie Drop 5 (or more): Operation and maintenance post occupancy

COBie has two main purposes, as a data exchange format and as a checking tool in the design process. Data exchange is achieved by extracting information from a native BIM model or IFC and placing that into a standard COBie schema ready for import into another product, such as a facilities management application.The COBie format is kind of the equivalent of DXF to native DWG, in that it takes the information held within a proprietary CAD system and maps that data, in longhand, into a spreadsheet. However it is not really dealing with the geometry.While COBie originated in the US, the UK Government and industry is actively expanding the original specification and will be using it as a way to validate asset and space information at set stages during the design, build and operation of a building. These COBie data drops are required at five defined stages in the project, to enable progress checks, such as ensuring there is enough information in the model to start a reliable tender process.COBie Drop 1:Requirement and constraints, massing modelCOBie Drop 2:Outline solutionCOBie Drop 3:Construction InformationCOBie Drop 4:Operation and maintenanceCOBie Drop 5 (or more):Operation and maintenance post occupancyIn a collaborative BIM project the output from all participants models needs to be included in the COBie drop, so the data must be merged. The resultant single model should automatically populate as much of the COBie spreadsheet as possible, to save manual entry. As each stage progresses, more of the COBie fields and tabs get filled in, ready for operation and maintenance10

COBie The BIM Task Group states BS 1192-4:2014 defines expectations for the exchange of information throughout the lifecycle of a Facility. The use of COBie ensures that information can be prepared and used without the need for knowledge of the sending and receiving applications or databases. It ensures that the information exchange can be reviewed and validated for compliance, continuity and completeness. BS 1192-4 also recommends a number of additional fields that can be added at different levels of the model to provide further information within the Attributes data of a COBie output. Component requires 2 core pieces of data as a minimum Name and Description. Each Component must have a unique Name. For example for doors the Name field may be Door 101, Door 102, Door 103 etc

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RIBA plan of work 2013

The RIBA Plan of Work 2013 comprises eight work stages, each with clear boundaries, and details the tasks and outputs required at each stage. The online tool revolves around these eight project stages, providing a flexible kit of parts that can be used to produce a focused practice or project-specific Plan of Work.

Of benefit to all those involved in the briefing, design, construction and post-occupancy process, it enables users to:

Customise a Plan of Work to create a bespoke practice-specific Plan of Work that reflects the common working methods of their practice or produce a project-specific Plan that can be developed with a client for a particular projectDownload their customised Plan of Work12

USEFUL TOOLS

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http://www.ribaplanofwork.com/

The RIBA Plan of Work 2013 comprises eight work stages, each with clear boundaries, and details the tasks and outputs required at each stage. The online tool revolves around these eight project stages, providing a flexible kit of parts that can be used to produce a focused practice or project-specific Plan of Work.

Of benefit to all those involved in the briefing, design, construction and post-occupancy process, it enables users to:

Customise a Plan of Work to create a bespoke practice-specific Plan of Work that reflects the common working methods of their practice or produce a project-specific Plan that can be developed with a client for a particular projectDownload their customised Plan of Work14

BIM toolkit NBS

The free-to-use NBS BIM Toolkit will benefit both public and private sector construction projects. It provides step-by-step help to define, manage and validate responsibility for information development and delivery at each stage of the asset lifecycle. This toolkit is an indispensable way of delivering projects to meet the requirements of Level 2 BIM, in preparation for the Government mandated use of this on all public sector projects by 2016.

DEFINING EMPLOYERS INFORMATION REQUIREMENTSA project begins at the Strategy stage by considering Assessment and Need. As part of this exercise the client will consider what questions they will have that need answers as the project develops. Within the level-2 BIM process a set of Employers Information Requirements will be generated that considers the procurement of digital information in addition to the procurement of the physical asset. The specific information required to provide answers to the clients plain language questions is determined and this is aligned to the relevant stage of the project. Figure 2.1 below shows that the Toolkit can be used to align tasks to the roles responsible for delivering this service at each project stage.

NBS templates A number of construction industry templates will be available. For building projects there will be a template based on the tasks within the multi-disciplinary schedule of services developed as part of the RIBA Plan of Work 2013. At NBS we have also worked closely with those leading the way across the infrastructure sector. So templates will be included that are a strong starting point for sectors such as rail, highways, water and environment.Previous projects Once a project is complete and lessons have been learned from what went well and what could be improved, then this project can be refined and easily re-used on the next project.Imported templates All information from the BIM Toolkit may be exported and then imported into other users systems. Our hope is that other information providers and private clients will create templates and make these available on their websites and extranets. It is easy to create a Toolkit project by browsing to a template file created and maintained by any information provider.In addition to the tasks that are aligned to the stages of a project, there is also a standard set of data fields for the project and for each stage. These data fields have been developed in consultation with the Royal Institute of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) to ensure that the data aligns with information cost consultants may already use for benchmarking. Examples of this data include:

For the project: location, function and area.For each stage: expected construction cost, expected construction start and targets such as environmental impact measures.

Define information requirements

Easily produce the information requirements, aligned to specific project stages, for insertion into key documentation such as Employers Information Requirements.

Manage the delivery of this information

Develop and manage this information through the project timeline using a standard digital plan of work that is built for BIM.A comprehensive set of definition templates

Save time by referencing thousands of expertly researched definition templates, all classified by a construction-wide unified classification system to give a common UK construction language.15

BIM toolkit NBS

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BIM librariesNBSAutodesk seekBIM storeManufactures

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NBS Library

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Autodesk Seek

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bimstore

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BIM Libraries manufacturer Mets : Kerto S11:5821

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BIM Libraries manufacturer Mets : Kerto Q11:5822

22With Kerto-Q the cross veneers ensure a higher dimensional stability. remember in the beginning radial, tangential and longitudinal properties. They are all still there, but they are clearly defined and determined. More to the point they are predictable.

BIM Libraries manufacturer Mets : Finnjoist

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BIM Libraries manufacturer Mets : Systems 11:5824FinnSOR

LowE commercial system

RipaSoundBar

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BIM Libraries11:5825

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What do I need?StandardsTraining information MS-Excel2D, 3D softwareMaterial library

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Google - SketchUp proGoogle SketchUp Pro is used to quickly create accurate 3D models for pursuit and marketing, preliminary estimation, detailing, site logistics and staging, design and construction validation, sequencing and line-of-sight analysis. It enables collaboration and communication between the various stakeholders on a project.SketchUp pro imports 3D models in DAE (COLLADA), 3DS, KMZ and DEM formats and DXFs and DWGsand IFC657.00 per license

SketchUp is a great software for creating 3D or 2D geometry that can then be imported into analysis softwarehttp://sketchupfordesign.com/tutorials/analyze-this-creating-geometry-for-structural-analysis-in-sketchup/

BIM ClassifierImprove compatibility with other BIM tools in by easily assigning schema tags to the groups or components in your model. Classify geometry as walls, slabs, roofs or hundreds of other industry-standard object types, and find that your model is instantly embedded with important metadata. Work with existing classification schemata or create your own.Generate ReportsSketchUp Pro uses the metadata embedded in your model to create tabular reports. You can export detailed lists of every named entity in your model along with their corresponding attributes. And when you use SketchUp Pros Dynamic Components, youre the one who decides what data matters. With an HTML or CSV file in hand, head off to your favorite spreadsheet application to analyze your data, create price quotes, purchase orders and more.

http://sketchupfordesign.com/tutorials/analyze-this-creating-geometry-for-structural-analysis-in-sketchup/

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Google - SketchUp pro

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Graphisoft ArchiCADArchiCAD was the first object oriented BIM Architectural application available in the commercial market, and the only BIM architectural application running on the MAC platform, as well as WindowsBIMx Mainly for clients, BIMx provides access to the 3D view of any BIMx building mode

1350 + 400 per year for updates and support

Solo license

Solo licenses for Solo ArchiCAD versions are available in the UK and in Japan. Solo version has the exact same functionality as the Full version except it doesnt include TeamWork, Cinema 4D rendering engine and Hotlink/X-ref capabilities.

Pay-per-use license PPU

Pay-per-use license type offers prepaid licenses for ArchiCAD, you can buy hours of ArchiCAD usage in advance. When you start ArchiCAD the counter starts and when you quit the program it stops to count. In Help menu/License information you can check the remaining number of hours./!\ Running multiple instances of ArchiCAD results faster time consumption e.g. if you have two ArchiCAD sessions running side-by-side then twice as much time will be used from the key. {i} Pay-per-use license option is not available on certain markets. Rental license

With the rental option you can buy a license for a certain time period (1, 3, 6 months). Within the purchased time period you can use ArchiCAD without any limitation e.g. running multiple sessions all day. The usage of this starts when you first start ArchiCAD using a rental license so not on the day when you purchase it. When starting up ArchiCAD you will be prompted with a dialog stating the remaining days of your license availability. You can also check the remaining days in Help menu/License information.29

Autodesk Revit StructuresAutodesk Revit technology is Autodesks platform for building information modelling. Revit Structures costs approx. 5000

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Autodesk Revit LtRevit LT software is a simplified 3D BIM tool that helps you produce high-quality 3D architectural designs and documentation in a coordinated, model-based environment. Buy a license to Revit LT Building Information Modeling software, or get more in AutoCAD Revit LT Suite. The suite provides the 3D BIM tools of Revit LT, plus the 2D drafting tools of AutoCAD LT, all in a single, cost-effective package.

Cost Approx. 1600

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Autodesk - RobotAutodesk Robot Structural Analysis Professional software provides a scalable, country-specific analysis solution for the structural engineer to analyse many types of structures, including buildings, bridges, civil, and specialty structures.Robot can be part design of Building Design Suite package (approx. 8000)

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Nemetscheck- VectorworksWith Vectorworks Designer, you can create Building InformationModels (BIM) without changing your preferred design process.Whether youre looking to streamline costs, analyse materials,increase your energy efficiency, or just create world-classdesigns, the Vectorworks Designer solution is an efficient way tointroduce BIM capabilities into your workflow. Enjoy the robustand flexible capabilities of BIM with the ease of design, greatdocumentation, and intelligent tools that the software is knownfor right from the start.

Vectorworks Architect $ 3145

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Bentley - AECOsim Building Designer

AECOsim Building Designer is a single building information modelling (BIM) software application for multi-discipline teams. It enables architects, structural, mechanical, and electrical engineers to design, analyse, construct, document, and visualize buildings of any size, form, and complexityRapidly design and model structuresGain more time to evaluate more design optionsAchieve significant time savings in the design development phaseDirectly integrate with leading structural analysis and detailing applications

Structural Features Building information modeling

Structural design and construction documentation for structures in steel, concrete, and timber

Choice to work in 2D plans, 3D models, or both with a single set of toolsIntegrated analytical model with finite elements, nodes, boundary conditions and member releases, loads, and load combinations"Tweaking" of analytical model without effect on physical modelSupport for a large variety of cross-sections: straight, curved, B-splinePlacement of cross-sections by nine cardinal points and centroidAutomatic placement of intermediate members between two beamsAutomatic alignment perpendicular to sloping supporting membersAutomatic user-definable cutbacks and coping of intersecting membersPlacement of bracings and cross-bracingsSupport for all SJI K-Series bar joistsModifications (size, placement point, cut back, etc.) to single, selected, or all membersBuilding information modeling (BIM)Parametric and feature-based structural design

Dimension-driven creation and modification of structural componentsCreation of virtually any form with solid modeling tools and feature modelingDouble-curved surfaces and solids for accurate construction information and smooth renderingParametric creation of steel trusses with verticals, diagonals and sub-diagonals, gusset plates, etc.Support for all major metric and imperial steel section tables (American, British, Asia-Pacific, European, Canadian, and others)Parametric and feature-based structural designEase of use

Work in plan, elevation, isometric, or perspective viewAccuDraw functionChoice to work in 2D plans, 3D models, or both with a single set of toolsStorage of "most recently used" inputEnforcement of national, corporate, and project standardsMultiple filtering options (e.g., by level, by symbology, by attribute, by selection set, and more) Customizable interface and workspacesFloor management tool for floors and floor reference planesOnline helpEase of useEnlarge ImageCoordinated construction documentation

Plans, framing layouts, sections, and elevations created with extraction rules for resymbolization and member annotationUser-definable labeling (e.g., member size, top of steel, delta top of steel, slope, and more) Material-dependent hatching and patterning of cross sectionsQuantity takeoffs, member schedules, volume and weight analyses, center of gravity, and other reportsAutomated structural drawings: concrete drawing productionCompatibility with office automation tools for further processing and formattingCoordinated construction documentationInternational and custom standards support

Create, manage, verify, and enforce company and project standardsSupport for U.S. and other national CAD standardsSupport of DGN, DWG, DXF, PDF, STEP, IGES, IFC 2x3, and other major industry standardsInternational and custom standards supportEnlarge ImageIntegration with analysis, detailing, and fabrication

Seamless integration with Bentley's STAAD.Pro and RAM International productsDirect integration with Oasys GSAFull "round-tripping" (i.e., export design model to analysis, update design model with analysis result)Design history to review changesExport/import of industry-standards CIMsteel CIS/2 and SDNF for analysis, steel detailing, and fabricationImport/export of IFC 2x3, the emerging standard for sharing building informationIntegration with structral analysis, detailing, and fabricationEnlarge ImageVisual basic for applications

Wizards to create steel trusses, bar joists, handrails, columns with corbels, haunches, platforms, and other structural componentsDevelopment of custom wizards and applicationsVisual basic for applicationsDesign visualization and 3D output

High-end integrated rendering and animation tools, including radiosity and particle tracingExport to STL to support rapid model making and prototyping with 3D printers, laser cutters, and stereo lithography machinesSupport of 3D Web formats, such as VRML, QuickVision, panoramasPublish AECOsim Building Designer models to the Google Earth environment3D Design visualization and output (courtesy: FaberMaunsell)Support of 3D within Adobe PDF

Creation of Adobe PDF documents directly from the application with embedded 3D navigational modelsInclude DGN and DWG drawings, project documents, renderings, and interactive and animated 3D modelsNavigate models in PDF using hyperlinks and bookmarksInteroperability with building design, engineering and analysis

A shared multidisciplinary model for team collaboration and coordinationReview and management of interferences across multiple files and disciplinesSimulation of construction schedules in conjunction with project management applications, such as Microsoft Project or Primavera P3Interoperability with building design, engineering and analysisEnlarge ImageIntegration with managed environment

Fully supported in Bentley ProjectWise, Bentleys comprehensive collaboration server34

Bentley- RAM, The RAM Structural System is a specialized engineering software tool for the complete analysis, design, and drafting of both steel and concrete buildings. It optimizes workflows through the creation of a single model by providing specialized design functions for buildings and by providing thorough documentation.

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Bentley STAAD, and ProSteel

STAAD.Pro is the structural engineering professionals choice for steel, concrete, timber, aluminium, and cold-formed steel design of virtually any structure including culverts, petrochemical plants, tunnels, bridges, piles, and much more through its flexible modelling environment, advanced features, and fluent data collaboration.

ProSteel provides detailing for structural steel and metal work and ProConcrete detailing and scheduling of reinforced in situ/precast and post-tensioned concrete structures.ProStructures enables engineers to reduce documentation production time and assists them in eliminating errors and design flaws and to design and document composite structure

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Tekla Structures 3D BIM softwareTekla Structures is 3D construction modelling software that works with all materials and the most complex structures you set the limits. Our customers have used Tekla Structures to model stadiums, offshore structures, plants and factories, residential buildings, bridges and skyscrapers.

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Tekla - Structural Designer

with Tekla Structural Designer you can create physical, information-rich models that contain all the intelligence needed to fully automate the design and manage project changes. Achieve faster design times and maximize profitability

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Tekla - Tedds

Tekla Tedds is a software for repetitive structural calculationImpressive calculation library Timber (BS5268 and EC5) Timber beam analysis & design (BS5268) Timber beam analysis & design (EC5) Glulam beam analysis &design (BS5268) Glulam beam analysis & design (EC5) Flitch beam analysis & design (BS5268) Flitch beam analysis & design (EC5) Composite timber beam analysis & design (BS5268) Ply web beam analysis & design (BS5268) Timber member design (BS5268) Timber member design (EC5) Glulam member design (BS5268) Glulam member design (EC5) Flitch member design (BS5268) Flitch member design (EC5) Composite timber member design (BS5268) Ply web member design (BS5268) Stress skin panel design (BS5268) Timber frame racking loads (BS6399) Timber frame racking panel design (BS5268) Timber joist design (BS5268) Timber rafter design (BS5268) Timber stud design (BS5268) Timber connection design (BS5268)

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RISA

RISA-3D analysis/design software $3000RISA Floor ES designs floor systems $5000RISA Foundation $3000RISA Connection $2000RISA-2D $1500RISA RBS Bundle $9500

RISA-3D was designed to accelerate the time it takes to perform structural design. Computer-aided structural design is typically a three step process: (1) define your model, (2) solve the model to obtain solution results, then (3) review those solution results to see how the model performed and determine if changes are needed. Usually, this cycle must be repeated several times before arriving at a final, optimized design. One main reason RISA-3D is able to speed up the design process so successfully is because of its unique ability to define the model and make revisions both graphically (using the drawing tools) and numerically (using the customized spreadsheets). In RISA-3D, these two methods of entering and editing data work seamlessly together. Everything designed or drawn graphically is automatically recorded in the spreadsheets (which may be viewed and edited at any time)and everything entered in the spreadsheets may be viewed and edited graphically at any time. As you perform the step-by-step tutorials in this guide, you will be exploring both methods using the drawing tools and the spreadsheets.40

IFC viewers Tekla BIM sight

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IFC viewers Solibri Model Viewer

Kerto Multi-storey Viikki

Main constructor: PEABOwner: EteraArchitect: Arkkitehtitoimisto HMVHVAC: EntalconElectricts: Shksuunnittelu KortemaaFor sturctural part:A-Insinrit was the element designer, main designer and concrete designer. For timber structure the design was done by as (well mainly our subcontractor Asko Keronen)

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BIM project example Kerto Multi-storey Viikki

Finlands largest wooden multi-storey building to date, comprising 104 flats, has been completed in Viikki, Helsinki. Based on the Mets Wood Multi-Storey System, the block is composed of five wooden buildings, each with three to four floors, with a total gross floor area of 6,300 m2. The first residents took occupancy in June, and now all of the premises are ready to move in to.

The project proved that wood is an excellent alternative for industrial construction of multi-storey buildings. Many of the traditional challenges associated with the construction of wooden multi-storey buildings were solved. The residences in Viikki are state of the art in terms of fire safety, soundproofing, and energy-efficiency, saysAri Tiukkanen, Senior Vice President Building Products, Mets Wood.

Plenty of new information and research results were collected and obtained during the construction. While the project was in progress, VTT Expert Services Ltd carried out a carbon footprint assessment, among other measurements, for the site. Tampere University of Technology assessed the buildings air-tightness, and Helimki Acoustics carried out acoustic measurements.

The housing is equipped with an automatic fire-extinguishing system, which gives an unsurpassed advantage when compared with the fire safety of the traditional construction method: in the event of a fire, the automatic system prevents the fire from spreading, the temperature will not rise, and there will not be a decrease in the level of oxygen in the room. If the system is activated, the amount of water needed is very small, thanks to the spray technology used (1.4 l/min). This prevents any significant water damage.

The Mets Wood Multi-Storey System comprises a Kerto-structured beam-and-post frame, intermediate floors, roofing panels, and exterior walls delivered as timber frames. The balcony structures and awnings of the houses were created with Kerto and glulam elements. The impressive 42-millimetre-thick King Panel, made from Mets Woods King Beam glulam, crowns the wooden multi-storey buildings. A faade panel that is up to 12 metres long creates a harmonious and clear line for the housing.

The Mets Wood Multi-Storey System fosters cost-effective construction of multi-storey buildings, because it significantly reduces the construction time needed, decreases on-site labour, and minimises loss of materials.The frame and intermediate floor phase in Viikki was accomplished very quickly, because no drying related to concrete construction was needed and construction work could continue without delay. Viikki also taught us how the construction process can be improved further, says Tiukkanen.Construction began with foundation work in the summer of 2011.

The Mets Wood Multi-Storey System has been developed over several years through a network of leading experts in the construction industry, and the system has been used in the construction of wooden multi-storey buildings in a number of countries including Germany, France, and Italy. Finnish developers have also expressed a keen interest in wood-based construction, with almost a dozen new areas of wooden multi-storey buildings being planned, in locations all over Finland, including Espoo, Turku, Rauma, Tampere, and Ylivieska.

Carbon footprint 45 per cent smaller than that of a concrete building

The energy used in, and carbon footprint of, construction of one wooden multi-storey building was calculated in assessments carried out in Viikki. These calculations included the buildings life-cycle carbon footprint over 100 years. Results were compared with those for an equivalent new concrete multi-storey building, and the carbon footprint of a wooden multi-storey building (347 t CO2 equiv.) is 45 per cent smaller than that of a concrete building.

The energy required for production of materials for a wooden multi-storey building was 4 per cent less than that for material production for a similar concrete building. During a hundred-year life cycle, heating energy will make the most significant contribution to the carbon footprint, accounting for more than 80 per cent of the total carbon footprint. The carbon footprint of one wooden multi-storey building over 100 years is 3,928 t CO2 equiv. and energy consumption 63.2 TJ, including the energy used in material production, transport, repairs, operations on the site, and heating.

The results of air-tightness and acoustic measurements are also excellent and clearly meet and surpass the requirements of current building regulations.

Etera Mutual Pension Insurance Company is the construction manager for this project, which is part of the City of Helsinki's Developing Multi-storey Building programme, and the main contractor is Peab Oy. - See more at: http://globenewswire.com/news-release/2012/09/10/489807/0/en/Finland-s-largest-wooden-multi-storey-building-completed.html#sthash.5o1gmdZz.dpuf44

Kerto Multi-storey Viikki

Structural design was at A-Insinrit.

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BIM benefits for structural engineersWith this technology, structural designs can be incorporated early in the building process, so that design interferences can be kept to the minimum when construction work begins. Bidirectional connections to analysis applications from industry and regional associates can help to cut down on coordination errors as well as improve accuracy levels. In addition to improving coordination between extended teams, the technology helps to efficiently incorporate and accommodate design alterations as and when they occur. The power to envision a building project prior to construction increases productivity. BIM leads to lesser man-hours in every structural design which, in turn, translates into low development costs. This feature can also result in fewer billable hours.

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ReferencesPAS 1192 PAS 1192-2PAS 1192-3, BS 1192-4:2014 PAS 1192-5:2015 Employers Information Requirements Version 07 28.02.13ISO 16739:2013. BUILDING INFORMATION MODEL (BIM) PROTOCOL CIC/BIM Pro first edition 2013Software manufacturers websites

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