Building information modelling (BIM for short) is changing the way we build, bringing changes in design, specification, delivery and asset management. According to NBS’ National BIM Report 2019, near all, 96pc of contractors plan to use BIM in the next five years, but there is a frustration over the lack of adoption from other stakeholders in the supply chain. For doorsets and ironmongery in particular, ASSA ABLOY Opening Solutions UK & Ireland Door Group points to its software tool Openings Studio.
The software, for building projects and applications, provides product information and performance data to comply with budgets and ensure building regulations are adhered to, while 3D views offer design integration. The physical security product company says that Openings Studio can drive efficiencies in creating door schedules by linking to fire certifications and energy performance documents. Contractors can then view this information to assess quantities, pricing, compliance, links to supplier websites and installation instructions. Contractors are also able to track the status of installations across the project much more effectively.
As for post-construction processes – such as environmental accreditations and handovers to facilities managers – performance and maintenance of the building may be monitored via QR codes and a weblink to where all documents and certificates are located. This means that when a site gets audited, all information is accessible.
Eric Spooner, BIM Manager at ASSA ABLOY Opening Solutions UK & Ireland, says: “Openings Studio has been designed to help minimise costs and streamline the data sharing process throughout the entire project lifecycle, by acting as a collaborative tool for all project stakeholders involved – from the initial design, through to construction, delivery, asset management and beyond.”
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