Case Study: Reducing 90% of Site Issues Using MEP Clash Detection in Maryland

In today’s fast-paced construction environment, precision is essential. The integration of Building Information Modeling (BIM) and MEP clash detection is enabling AEC professionals to identify and eliminate errors before they reach the job site. A strong example of this can be seen in the Jefferson Patterson Park and Museum project located in St. Leonard, Maryland, where Tejjy Inc., based in Rockville, MD, leveraged advanced clash detection techniques to significantly reduce on-site issues and rework.

Project Overview: Mechanical BIM & Clash Coordination: Jefferson Paterson Museum Maryland USA Project

1. Client: Department of General Services
2. Location: St. Leonard, Maryland, USA
3. Scope: 3D BIM Modeling and MEP Clash Detection
4. Purpose: Construction of a new MAC Lab Collection Storage Facility
5. Deliverables: Architecture, Structure, and MEPFP BIM models, clash-free coordinated models

The project required a highly coordinated design approach to ensure smooth execution during construction. The goal was to create a well-integrated model across architectural, structural, and MEP disciplines to reduce on-site conflicts.

The Problem: Design Conflicts in Complex MEP Layouts

Before the implementation of BIM coordination, the project team encountered multiple challenges:

• Field-level conflicts between HVAC ducts, plumbing lines, electrical conduits, and fire protection systems
• Inconsistencies between architectural and MEP layouts
• Increased likelihood of rework during construction, risking delays and cost overruns

Without early detection, these issues could have led to major construction setbacks in this Maryland-based project.

The Solution: BIM-Based MEP Clash Detection

To address these challenges, Tejjy Inc. used Autodesk Revit and Navisworks to develop accurate and fully coordinated BIM models. The team conducted multiple clash detection iterations to:

• Identify hard and soft clashes among MEP and structural systems
• Resolve spatial coordination issues through intelligent design adjustments
• Deliver clash-free, construction-ready shop drawings

Clashes were systematically categorized and resolved through coordination meetings involving all stakeholders, ensuring smooth collaboration prior to construction on-site in St. Leonard, Maryland.

The Results: Over 90% Reduction in On-Site Issues

The implementation of BIM-based MEP clash detection delivered measurable success for the project:

• More than 90% of potential site issues were identified and resolved during the design phase
• No rework was required for coordinated MEP systems during installation
• Seamless collaboration between architectural, structural, and MEP trades
• Increased accuracy and constructability, minimizing delays and material waste

The project, managed and coordinated by Tejjy Inc. from Rockville, MD, set a benchmark for future public sector construction across Maryland.

Key Takeaways

1. Clash detection is a must-have for complex public construction projects.
   Identifying and addressing conflicts early ensures smoother execution and fewer surprises on-site.
2. BIM enables seamless coordination across trades and disciplines.
   With everyone working from a single model, errors are reduced and decisions are streamlined.
3. BIM and clash detection reduce cost, time, and effort on-site.
   The Jefferson Patterson project stands as proof of how digital coordination brings real-world savings.

Conclusion

This case study from St. Leonard, Maryland highlights how MEP clash detection can eliminate over 90% of on-site construction issues. With Tejjy Inc.’s BIM expertise and proactive coordination strategies, the project was completed efficiently, on time, and with minimal risk.

If you're planning a project in Maryland or anywhere across the USA, trust Tejjy Inc. to deliver seamless BIM coordination and clash-free construction execution.