5D MODELING IN STRUCTURAL AND CIVIL ENGINEERING

BIM is based on real data. Alongside the 3D geometry, among others, the cost and time factors are represented. BIM visualization creates a lifelike and improved image of the building for all involved in planning, execution and operation. Alongside optimized planning, the true benefit in the controlling of construction and operational processes is in the constant prompt comparison of actual and planned values.

• 3D model: A classic 3D geometric model is enriched with extra data (quantities, furnishings, materials, devices, personnel deployment).
• 4D: The time factor. The 4D model integrates work stages and their duration so that a model-based schedule and process plan can be created.
• 5D: Cost integration. Cost assignment in the 5D model thus created allows integral, model-based cost planning, tendering and execution.

Planning/award or acquisition/marketing

CAD integration in geometric data models in structural and civil engineering improve coordination and the quality of all planning services. It allows better presentation and optimized alternative creation for subsequent decision-making processes.

Quantity calculation

The geometric data model allows transparent and very exact representation of the required material quantities at any time and a preview of the tasks for capacity planning as regards resources, personnel, materials, liquidity.

Estimation

Offer and implementation calculation are always networked with real costs: Costs for alternative designs or alterations can also be rapidly recalled, thus making decisions easier.

Collision testing

Collision-free planning ensures the smooth running of the project and minimizes planning errors and deadline overruns.

Execution planning

The participants in the project get into the habit of planning and approving the later implementation in great detail before the start of works.

Cost Control

Better overview: BIM ensures cost security and cost transparency in the planning and construction phase.

Construction execution and control

All project participants have constant exact overview of the current state of construction. With the aid of model-based construction process simulation, disciplines and deadlines can be precisely coordinated. The progress reports from the site can of course take place in a model-based way on the geometric model from various perspectives: by procedures, by work items or by geometric objects.

Facility management

The entire life-cycle of the building or object is presented in advance in BIM 5D, forming the basis for efficient facility management.

Do you want to implement BIM 5D as a new working method? To this end, RIB has developed the iTWO 5D Lab. Here, you can simulate contracts and projects in real time using realistic project data. We will support you in learning from scratch on the basis of many successfully executed projects.