How BIM Modeling can help with Fire Installation?
Here is a brief explanation of BIM fire installation modeling. In addition, how to ensure compliance with the rules within this process. BIM is a very powerful tool in the design and construction sector. It carries two-dimensional information far beyond a three-dimensional environment. Puts a database or model in the hands of fire protection engineers. Giving them the benefit of what they want to achieve within the BIM model.
Fire facility modeling is a process based on three-dimensional models. It equips architecture, engineering, and construction professionals with the knowledge and tools necessary to plan, design, and build. In addition to managing buildings and infrastructures more effectively.
Design of fire protection systems
Fire protection engineers and contractors have used Revit 3D modeling to design systems for several years. We find those for sprinklers, vertical pipes, fire pumping, as well as special risk suppression systems.
Using MEP design applications helps coordinate design and installation. Also, show project participants how the various components of the systems will fit into the building or space. Some applications integrate hydraulic calculations into the program to allow for greater design efficiency.
Most of the fire protection system drawings being developed today use a combination of two-dimensional and three-dimensional designs as mentioned above. Two-dimensional drawings are used to show pipe runs and layout, as well as the location of sprinklers.
They are also used to show sprinkler locations on ceiling plans to coordinate layout with other ceiling fixtures.
Three-dimensional applications are used to show the details of risers, also the locations of ground control valves, fire pump rooms, and other equipment where space relationships need to be established.
These applications are beneficial because they show how equipment or systems fit into the spaces for which they are being designed.
Software used in fire protection design
Among the software specialized in building information modeling (BIM) for fire extinguishing design, we can say that they are compatible with each other and use DWG file formats and BIM programs such as Revit, Archicad, Vectorworks, and SketchUp Pro, a through the IFC file formats.
Design and calculations are combined in an integrated environment, performing all the necessary calculations for the sprinkler installation directly from the drawings, producing and generating calculation reports, bill of materials, final drawings, such as plan views, vertical, isometric graphics, details construction among others.
Additionally, the projects are loaded with various types of families for the modeling of firefighting facilities, among which we can find:
· Configured pipes.
· Sprinklers.
· Elbows and tees.
· Flanges or rings for pipes.
Finally
The biggest advantage of BIM fire installation modeling has to do with the fact that it gives project participants more time to focus on the big picture and higher-level aspects of the design. It also provides a quick and easy design. The optimal solution, according to customer needs.
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