Through the lens of a FM considering a modification or addition to their existing building, as-built conditions are one of the first steps to developing an aspect of the digital twin: a replica of physical assets that can be used for various purposes. Starting with a laser scan, a point cloud data set is generated with millimetre accuracy and provides the basis for digital reconstruction. Hours can be spent modeling these existing conditions as efficiently as possible with parametric tools. With various disciplines to design, construct and operate a building using different BIM authoring tools, what’s the most effective file format to provide accurate and interoperable as-built conditions to consultants? The buildingSMART .IFC format. This session will provide architects, general contractors, engineers and surveyors with a comparative analysis of the Point Cloud to IFC workflow for as-built conditions. Our presenters have each taken the same single data set in to their respective Trimble, Revit, ArchiCad and Vectorworks applications, modeled the geometry with native parametric tools and then exported to IFC. They’ll present their findings, discuss the roadblocks encountered and share their insight in to the workflow so that attendees can make informed decisions about best practices for their workflow and company.
Reed has been working in the AEC industry for 17 years and with BIM exclusively for the last 9 years. He has work in almost all aspects for the AEC industry from land developers to sub-trades. He also specializes in BIM workflows, Implementation, and construction modeling. Reed works with a field to finish attitude that incorporates hardware and software to get the job done. Whether it is with as-builts via 3D point clouds or field layout of BIM models Reed has developed workflows to streamline these processes. He also has extensive experience with consultants and has worked as a BIM manager and Support Specialist where he managed models, developed libraries & standards, and supported the technical staff. Reed has worked all types of commercial and Industrial project as large as 1.4 Billion. He is excited to have joined Cansel and looking forward to making BIM work for you! Reed has developed strong relationships with our customers and heavily involved with the Edmonton BIM Community. He is currently working on implementing building information modeling strategies in large to small companies plus he also designed and taught the BIM 101 & 201 class at the Edmonton Constructions Association.
Through the lens of a FM considering a modification or addition to their existing building, as-built conditions are one of the first steps to developing an aspect of the digital twin: a replica of physical assets that can be used for various purposes. Starting with a laser scan, a point cloud data set is generated with millimetre accuracy and provides the basis for digital reconstruction. Hours can be spent modeling these existing conditions as efficiently as possible with parametric tools. With various disciplines to design, construct and operate a building using different BIM authoring tools, what’s the most effective file format to provide accurate and interoperable as-built conditions to consultants? The buildingSMART .IFC format. This session will provide architects, general contractors, engineers and surveyors with a comparative analysis of the Point Cloud to IFC workflow for as-built conditions. Our presenters have each taken the same single data set in to their respective Trimble, Revit, ArchiCad and Vectorworks applications, modeled the geometry with native parametric tools and then exported to IFC. They’ll present their findings, discuss the roadblocks encountered and share their insight in to the workflow so that attendees can make informed decisions about best practices for their workflow and company.
Drawing upon 20 years in the field of architecture as a building technologist and designer using Vectorworks, Solibri and Bluebeam I consult with architects and designers to develop strategic BIM workflows and support them by training employees and resolving technical issues.
