Labeling and Dimensioning
These tools make it easier to label and dimension MEP elements in projects.
DBD-BIM | 00 General
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Tables - Table Workflow with Revit
The "Tables" tool is an add-in that allows you to edit Revit tables in the Excel worksheet window—without having to first export the data from the Revit model to an Excel file. It...
The BOA Modeling Standard
In all modeling guides, there is a tab titled "Revit BOA" in the instructions section. This section is a unique feature of BIMpedia. It provides specific instructions related to...
Object
Objects (also known as elements) form the basic building blocks of digital building models. Each object in a model (e.g., a wall, ceiling, or column) digitally represents a...
BOA Template: Building Services Engineering
The Revit MEP template is a key component of the BIM Office Administration Standard and can be purchased on BIMpedia via the "BIM Office Administration - BOA" account type. All...
TGA Family Catalog
As a Revit user, you know that BIM is all about the details!Modeling, drawing up plans, and calculating quantities are still fairly straightforward… But what about advanced...
Transformer
An electrical power balance must be prepared for each building, and the required power supply must be defined. Depending on the type, purpose, and size of the building, the type,...
Overview of Revit Warnings
While working on projects, you can view a list of warnings at any time to identify issues that need to be reviewed or resolved. When a warning appears in a dialog box in the...
Data devices
Data is a special type of component; the general guidelines for modeling components apply.The term "data equipment" refers to all devices—such as distribution systems, cabling,...
MagiCAD
MagiCAD integrates a centrally available, shared project model of all floors of a building. All project partners involved have access to this model and are kept up to date on...
Parking area and road markings
In the construction industry, the term "parking spaces and road markings" (also known as "road markings" or "ground markings") refers to colored markings on the surface of...
Calculation
In the BIM workflow, calculation tools refer to software programs used to analyze the quantities and masses of digital building models in greater detail. They complement the basic...
Dimensions of BIM Planning
In BIM workflows, the term "design dimensions" is frequently used. Although these are essentially just specific attributes of objects in a building model, this information is...
Metal ramp
Metal ramps or rails are non-solid ramps that are installed, for example, on outdoor stairs to improve accessibility. It is not necessary to create one at this stage. It is not...
DBD-BIM | 02 Preparations for Sampling
MagiCAD Heating Surface Calculation - Solar
BIM - Definition and Principles
This article provides an introduction to the terminology and principles of BIM. It also highlights the key expectations and goals associated with this "new" way of working, while...
IFC Converter for Importing into ArchiCAD
In this article, you will learn more about the IFC Translator settings for importing into ArchiCAD. All IFC files require the translator to be opened in ArchiCAD. The numerous...