MEP Coordination for the Residential Buildings: Challenges and Solutions

MEP Coordination for Residential Buildings

Challenges and Solutions

Residential buildings need MEP systems and equipment to function at optimum performance for residential occupants’ comfort.

MEP coordination for residential units is crucial for:

General Contractors

MEP Contractors

Construction Companies

Fabricators

Challenges faced during design, fabrication and installation of MEP systems

Groundwork

Spatial Planning

Construction

Safety

Operations

Optimum installation and functioning of MEP systems in residential buildings requires:

Interdisciplinary coordinated MEP models

Precise documentation and Modelbased shop drawings

Visualization of spatially coordinated MEP systems

Accurate cost estimates

Database for future operations and maintenance

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Solutions to Overcome MEP Coordination Challenges

Space allocation for MEP equipment

The Challenge Absence of accurate load calculations or unused space Adding buffer load of 10% to 20% to cover minor alterations Placement of large MEP equipment to avoid soft clashes

The Solution  Coordinated BIM MEP 3D models drive higher visualization to calculate exact load  Accurate and information-packed architectural 3D models help MEP teams create an efficient layout to fabricate and install MEP equipment  Soft clashes can be minimized with proactive clash resolution in the early design stage

Precise MEP Spatial Coordination

The Challenge Inaccurate routing of MEP equipment or systems Absence of spatially coordinated MEP designs Flawed or inefficient documentation

The Solution  Coordinated MEP BIM models facilitate higher collaboration  3D BIM models help multiple teams visualize design intent and constructability based on 3D walkthroughs  Updates and modifications reflected in real-time keeps the documentation process updated and sorted  Streamlined project documentation reduces project turnaround time and builds greater consistency

Clash-free LAYOUT and INSTALLATION

The Challenge Uncoordinated and clash-ridden drawings diminish required fabrication and installation quality Neglecting MEP equipment interferences early in the design phase leads to rework, project delays, and cost overruns

The Solution  MEP coordination resolves clashes in the preconstruction stage leading to reduced rework and delays  Enhanced coordination between HVAC, electrical and plumbing equipment improves project constructability  Accurate MEP layouts are site-ready and facilitate better equipment routing leading to hassle-free installation

Model visualization and representation

The Challenge Lack of visualization of MEP equipment and elements for fabrication and installation Higher complexities with CAD-based drawings

The Solution  Visualization of multiple MEP systems and equipment with coordinated BIM-models lead to a well-distributed layout  Model-extracted shop and schematic drawings drive accurate and quality fabrication backed by higher construction clarity

Coordinated MEP 3D model at LOD 400 saves cost and time An architectural engineering firm saves cost and time by ensuring hassle-free installation of MEP components for a residential building in the US, with MEP coordinated drawings.

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Make your MEP project clash-free and achieve exceptional cost savings.

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