How the Constructible Process Will Transform 2020
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Constructible
While the previous points uncover new efficiencies in their own respective ways,
the constructible aspect of the process involves buildability. Connectedness
and content-enabled models enable the tangible, construction improvement of
constructibility. Having a truly constructible model and workflow means that you
are able to physically build a vision into reality— reaching far beyond simply a
beautiful design.
Constructible models include all of the detail needed to build and fabricate. Details
such as the position, size, and thread-count of bolts, the precise location of welds,
the camber of steel members, and the gauge of materials are all critical elements
of constructibility that need to be articulated early and shared with teams that will
be affected by these decisions. At the end of the day, workflow improvements don't
amount to much if they can't truly yield better project execution.
Content-enabled models help to streamline construction workflows. When building
models are supported by a robust, curated, and repeatable library of detail-rich
data, stakeholders can better integrate all phases of construction, including
estimating, detailing, fabrication, installation, and building.
In a recent ConTech study by JB Knowledge, contractor
respondents said that even though they have a VDC (Virtual Design &
Construction) staff, only 36% of their active projects involve BIM.
Furthermore, confidence amongst respondents in the ability to maximize BIM
decreased from a score of eight in 2017 to a score of seven in 2018. With this
reduced confidence from the previous year, there is no better time to educate future
generations and train our crews to move beyond BIM.
