SE3262 Handout 3262 Se3262 Bowles Downstream Construction Utilization
SE3262 Handout 3262 Se3262 Bowles Downstream Construction Utilization
SE3262 Handout 3262 Se3262 Bowles Downstream Construction Utilization
SE3262 The engineer's model in Autodesk Revit Structure software is quite valuable when used
in construction. This class explores the avenues for using Revit Structure—from traditional architecture
and engineering projects to process plant application. We will provide tips and tricks for working with
Revit tools that enable construction, including parts, assemblies, rebar, tilt-up, embeds, structural
supports, beam pockets, lift drawings, location, cast-in-place, logistics, bracing, and component
connections. We will discuss the value of the engineering model and the potential for contractors to use
it in planning, sequencing, animation, location, detailed shop drawings, fabrication, and estimation.
Discover how construction engineers can take full advantage of the analysis data to assist in temporary
load calculations and how engineering and construction firms can partner with each other for mutual
benefit.
Learning Objectives
At the end of this class, you will be able to:
Understand vital engineering modeling tools that assist in Estimation, Fabrication and Construction
Assembly
Create a competitive advantage and synergy when partnering with engineered models.
Understand how Construction firms can leverage the Engineers model beyond traditional 4D uses.
Understand how Engineering & Construction firms can work together for mutual benefit.
Justin Honey is Assistant Professor at Pittsburg State University in the College of Construction. With
over 20 years in the Construction industry he is an advocate for technology utilization in the field and is
able to transform learning opportunities and blend building methodologies and technology. His industry
experience and CAD / BIM experience provide relevant context and progressive curriculum.
[email protected]
Modeling in Revit Structure:
Tips & Tricks for Downstream Construction Utilization
Table of Contents
Learning Objectives................................................................................................................................... 1
About the Speaker .................................................................................................................................... 1
Can contractors Benefit from Modeling in Revit ...................................................................................... 3
Immediate Benefits (a.k.a. Low hanging fruit).......................................................................................... 3
Visualization .......................................................................................................................................... 3
Conflict Avoidance(a.k.a. “Clash Detection”)........................................................................................ 3
A|E & Contractor synergy (get a ladder attaining the “Not So Low hanging fruit) .................................. 4
There are distinct model differences .................................................................................................... 4
Integrated Structural Analysis................................................................................................................... 6
Revit as the Model of Record ................................................................................................................ 7
Integrated / Enhanced Documentation ............................................................................................... 9
Improve model fidelity before export: ............................................................................................... 12
Import Changes from Analysis Software............................................................................................. 16
Moving Beyond the Detailing Mentality: ................................................................................................ 17
Assimilate Data for Connections ......................................................................................................... 17
Construction Modeling “Parts “ .......................................................................................................... 18
Create Assemblies ............................................................................................................................... 25
Schedules ............................................................................................................................................ 27
Additional Assembly Workflow Ideas ................................................................................................. 29
Consuming Revit Data to Automate Navisworks .................................................................................... 29
Setting Export Settings for Navisworks ............................................................................................... 29
Establish Default Search Sets .............................................................................................................. 30
Automating Simulation Selections ...................................................................................................... 31
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Visualization
Contractors / Construction Engineers, take a walk around your “Virtual Project”. Although you
probably think you understand the project after pouring through a set of Construction / Contract
documents you haven’t seen it until you’ve seen it in BIM. Sometimes in creating a model from
2D documents you will find excellent insights into your project that were not captured in reading
the plans but building the model.
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A|E & Contractor synergy (get a ladder attaining the “Not So Low hanging fruit)
The low hanging fruit may provide some immediate BIM success but the proper balance of
implementing the next elements can provide greater benefits, increased production probability,
and additional success. These next strategies are not easily attainable but with the correct
understanding of the BIM Constructability workflow CM / Construction professionals can partner
with A|E Firms to create synergy for downstream construction utilization of the model.
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Site Coordinates
Can we really say we have a coordinated design if we have no coordinates? Many BIM design
packages may omit the critical site information but this is crucial to understanding the project,
logistics and in using Revit & Civil 3D well beyond what the A|E team may have done. There
are many strategies around using site information including mass cut / fill iterations, egress
planning logistics, etc. For this course we will focus on the
4D Clash Detection
Have you ever heard of this? You usually don’t hear about it as 4D clash detection but its clash
detection while taking into account prefabrication activities not just the built environment.
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o Imbed plates (Are these exposed, if not modeled the Architect may not have realized
they would be seen)
o Structural Connections
o Parts & Assemblies
Can you place materials on your site before they are fully built?
o Will you have temporary construction loads?
o Did the Engineer do loads in Revit?
o Can you do quick loads to analyze this?
o Can you quickly get loading values from Revit to evaluate if your temporary
construction loads are satisfactory?
5D Clash Detection
Should we be doing this? 5D Clash detection would be detecting elements that may cause the
owner issues. This should have been done by the A|E but you will show the value of your
services if you address this question.
Considerations:
If you picked a different manufacture for equipment specified, did you check for required
clearances?
If there are filters or any other elements that require lift equipment, can you get access to
these?
Any other evaluation of commissioned elements?
3D Sections
If you received a Revit model you most likely received a model with 2D Details and Sections.
You may want to create some 3D sections to illustrate key elements like:
Elevation Changes
Identify Assembly order, elements to be constructed first (Create 3D, static isometric to
convey assembly order) Validate in 4D with Navisworks.
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Create Load
Combinations out of
Established Load
Cases
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Note with Hosted Area loads you don’t have the option to set reference
points for multiple forces.
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Step 3.
Step 4.
Step 5.
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Functionality
More than placeholder geometry for Clash Detection
Member loads stored in Revit can be consumed.
Input Loads or auto-set
Tagging of many family
elements
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Horizontal Wall Sweeps do not break with parts unless imbed into walls where they will divide.
Embed Brick Walls must be joined to void out existing walls.
Parts Don’t show properly in Revit & Navisworks when embeds not joined.
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Creating Parts
Select Designers wall and Select Create parts.
Divide Parts
Use intersecting References
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Modify Parts
Enable Shape Handles
o Per material Layers
Exclude Parts
Restore Parts
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Notes:
o Wall Reveals Will divide with Parts
o Wall Sweeps (not hosted) will not divide or
be turned into parts. They can however be
included in wall assemblies. Suggest
hosting horizontal profiles in wall or redraw.
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Create Assemblies
Multiple elements combined that maintain independent views, schedules, tags and can & filters.
Using Assemblies
Separate editable, tagged, schedules, and filtered
Generate sheet and assembly views
Shop Drawings, clarity drawings, slab plans, form layouts.
Grouping like type objects
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Schedules
Rebar Schedules
Not Included in Assembly Views (Separate)
Rebar schedules itemize every instance.
For QTO itemize by assembly name to estimate bar size
length per assembly.
Sort by Assembly Name, provide totals by footer and give
grand totals per Settings below.
All fields requiring tot als select calculate totals during
formatting.
Scheduling Parts
Create Schedules for Parts
Associate with Assembly Name
Sort by Material to break up into different
materials.
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Material Search
Phase Code Search
Misc. Filters
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Create a custom Phase ID field in your project in whichever planning software you prefer.
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Auto-Attach Using Rules will enable you to map the elements via parameter vs. creating
individual search / selection sets. You will want to give it a name different than the other Auto-
Attach rules.
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