BIM

Building Information Modeling (BIM)

Wm. Blanchard Co. continuously researches and implements innovative techniques to improve the way our projects are built and delivered to our clients. Building Information Modeling (BIM), provides our project teams with the most advanced technology to more effectively communicate aspects of the project through 3D visualization and planning. With this powerful tool, we are able to build more accurately, more readily prefabricate components of the building, improve productivity, quality, and efficiencies. By constructing a building virtually, BIM can also provide benefits to facilities managers upon completion and turnover of the project to our clients.

 

 

Collaborative Communication.

Successful implementation of BIM technology requires a collaborative work environment that engages all stakeholders: designers, engineers, consultants, contractors, specialty trades, and suppliers. Wm. Blanchard Co. has learned how to effectively create and manage this collaborative communication process to facilitate intelligent decision-making and optimize results, from project conception through project completion.  Wm. Blanchard Co. uses laser scanning where appropriate to accurately capture existing conditions.

 

 

3D Concept Model & Review

• • Provides an early and realistic 3D visualization of the project that allows for early detection of design and constructability issues before the construction phase.
• • Construction sequencing, Virtual walk-throughs, and mock-ups provide an ability to better visualize, understand and make important decisions about the functionality of the project in its early stages.
• • Has the potential to reduce cost through early detection of value engineering and management opportunities.

 

              

 

3D Structural, Mechanical, Electrical & Plumbing Coordination (Clash Detection)

• • Clash detection greatly reduces financial risks and RFI submissions by allowing for early detection of coordination conflicts during the shop drawing process prior to the construction phase.
• • Early coordination and the high level of information available in a model, which present opportunities to prefabricate system components results in increased quality and reduced cost and time.
• • Virtually eliminates rework as well as arguments during construction among trades.

 

 

4D Construction Scheduling & Site Logistics

• • Provides clients with a real-time visualization of construction sequencing and how the project will be staged at each phase of construction.
• • Contractors have the opportunity to better visualize and sequence site logistics and strategically plan for material delivery and staging, construction equipment, and crew activity, thus resulting in improved efficiency and cost savings.

 

             

 

5D Quantity Takeoff, Estimating & Procurement

• • Provides clients with real-time budget updates during preconstruction as design changes and details develop.
• • Allows designers and contractors to optimize value engineering opportunities and provides clients the visualization how these opportunities will impact design.
• • Provides clients with a cost timeline by linking the model, schedule, and cost to predict cash flow.