BIM Usage

Collision Detection

For a 72,000-SF industrial corporate headquarters and laboratory facility, Leopardo utilized BIM for the HVAC, mechanical, electrical, plumbing (MEP) and fire protection (FP) systems throughout the facility.

CAD drawings provided by the individual trades were utilized as the primary input sources of information, along with additional items such as unit costs and material specifications. From this basis with coordinated participation by the trades, Leopardo was able to identify possible collisions during the coordination stages, eliminating issues and costly work-arounds before they became problems during the construction stages.

Lean Construction

In addition, Leopardo was able to pre-fabricate many of the difficult and complicated HVAC, MEP and FP parts and assemblies. This greatly reduced associated labor costs and time requirements during installation, reducing overall project cost and duration.

Visualizations/Clarity

For presenting concepts to clients or as a tool to communicate project information to subcontractors, consultants or even various government authorities, Leopardo will create simple to complex 2D or 3D representations of project-related components. From simply demonstrating the location and scale of a building in relationship to a project’s site via a perspective drawing to a full 3D simulation of a building’s construction process through the various phased stages, Leopardo utilizes advanced computer software to help us quickly and clearly communicate ideas and intent.

Previsualizing the space for the various MEP systems, Leopardo ensures there will be no collisions between components.