BIM (Building Information Modelling) stations – which we talked about in a previous article below – are useful in construction without plans. In other words, they allow three-dimensional digital models to be consulted directly on the construction site, replacing traditional two-dimensional drawings.
However, the decision to incorporate BIM stations on a construction site depends on a number of factors, including the digitisation of the project and the specific needs of each construction site.
Advantages of bringing BIM stations to the building industry
Let’s first look at the advantages of having BIM stations on site:
–Reduction of travel: immediate on-site access to the BIM model, technicians do not need to continually move to offices or cabins to consult information. BIM stations save time and therefore improve productivity.
–Rapid conflict resolution: conflicts between disciplines can be identified and resolved directly on site, reducing errors and rework.
–Coordination and efficiency: with models updated in real time, teams make decisions quickly and accurately, improving communication between the different areas of the project.
-Impact on project results: according to real-world examples, BIM stations avoid 70% of conflicts and reduce construction times by 15%. Consequently, they save costs.
Considerations for bringing BIM stations to the construction site
When investing in the BIM stations needed for a construction project, the following aspects should be considered:
–Initial cost: BIM stations represent a significant investment in addition to the installation of infrastructure for internet connection (Wi-Fi network, mobile connections, etc.).
–Connectivity: it is necessary to guarantee stable access to a common data environment in real time.
–Adaptation of human resources: staff training is required to get the most out of the BIM stations.
Whether or not BIM stations are needed in the construction industry
If it is a highly complex construction project, requiring a high level of accuracy, immediate access to up-to-date information and effective coordination between teams, BIM stations will make a significant difference to the results. They will therefore be perfectly justified in this type of construction project. However, they will also be useful in smaller scale projects using advanced technologies, such as construction without drawings using BIM methodology.
To find out more, here is the promised article:
Gestión digital en obra de un proyecto de construcción: estaciones BIM
Diseñadores, arquitectos, técnicos y promotores disponen de una opción para la consulta de información digital in situ.
By David González Molina, BIM Manager at Amusement Logic’s Architecture Dept.
