MEP BIM Software for Virtual Construction Modeling

by Sarah Smith Engineering & Programming Services

With the advent of technology, many MEP BIM software for virtual construction modeling are now available with the architects and engineers. These kind software are instrumental in maximizing construction productivity, correcting onsite concerns, and help in handling other timeline issues—the software help in developing Building Information Modelling (BIM). BIM is an intelligent 3D model that allows Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing (MEP) firms to improve accuracy and reducing crashes. It helps in developing 3D piping modeling services, fire protection models, etc. An MEP BIM software enables project teams to improve coordination, collaboration, share data, and speedy project delivery, right from the designing to construction. A BIM MEP software gives the project teams an insight into the design and development of the building and helps them in mapping strategies to reduce risk and improve outcomes.

MEP BIM services help develop a 3D model in totality, including 3D piping modeling services for the plumbing firm, fire protection model for the mechanical form, and electricity wire routing for the electrical firms. This helps in reducing on-site concerns and lower overall cost of the project by preventing unnecessary wastage during construction.

MEP covers an in-depth design and selection of mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems. For example, without BIM MEP service, a plumber would select and install a hot water system based on the common practice and regulatory codes. However, a BIM MEP team will research the best design and practice; they will also provide 3D piping modeling services so that the plumber understands the design more accurately. The plumber shall than do the water pipeline according to the model, which shall also include fire protection service. Experts and experienced engineers work on the development of a 3D piping model.

Ductwork is one of the most important aspects of 3D piping modeling services. It is one of the core parts of an MEP discipline. Ducting is important for heating, air conditioning, ventilating, and maintaining airflow for a healthy environment. Ducts come in various shapes, such as rectangular, circular, or elliptical. Ducts require proper modeling and placing at multiple levels. Therefore, one needs to design the ducts carefully. A BIM MEP software offers various options to design and develop duct models, that can be used in the 3D piping modeling services. Choosing the type of duct also depends on the nature of the building, the space between the architectural ceilings or walls. Therefore, the duct model must be customized such that it accommodates in between the two disciplines, frames, and routing that has been drawn.

The 3D piping modeling services must also incorporate fire protection and safety. The model must depict various ways of preventing fire burst outs. If in case there is a fire outburst, the model then must represent multiple ways to control and get rid of it as soon as possible.

MEP BIM services are not only limited to virtual construction modeling, but also extends its roots in other services like MEP fabrication, shop drawing creation, and MEP detailing. MEP BIM services software are quite popular in the construction industry. They are efficient and user-friendly. The software not only provides an outer 3D piping of the construction but also provides a detailed insight into the structure and preventing the unnecessary wastage of resources during construction. Experts constantly work to upgrade these services for delivering high precision building data.