In this era of rapid technological development, the application of advanced technologies in the design and construction process not only enhances efficiency but also optimizes costs and time. One such technology that is gradually transforming how we approach construction projects, especially in the field of factory design, is BIM (Building Information Modeling). So, what makes BIM technology special, and why has it become a trend in the construction industry today? Let’s explore the outstanding benefits of applying BIM technology to factory design with BIC in the article below.
BIM (Building Information Modeling) is an advanced technology that is widely applied in the construction industry. It is more than just a 2D or 3D model; BIM integrates comprehensive information about the factory design, building materials, costs, and construction processes throughout the project’s life cycle, from the initial design stage to construction and eventual operation. Every detail in the model contains specific technical parameters, which can be updated and changed continuously as the project evolves. The standout feature of BIM is its ability to create a virtual model of the upcoming project, allowing stakeholders to easily observe and adjust elements to suit reality, minimizing risks and optimizing management efficiency.
Additionally, with continuous technological advancement, BIM has expanded into various versions, each offering unique value for different stages of the building’s life cycle. Beyond the commonly used 3D BIM model, more advanced models are widely applied:
- 4D BIM: This model incorporates the time factor, enabling contractors to track construction progress and manage resources, ensuring that all stages proceed according to plan.
- 5D BIM: Provides the ability to accurately estimate costs and monitor investment capital for the project, enabling more effective budget control.
- 6D BIM: Expanding from 5D, this model integrates energy-related factors. This technology helps architects monitor and optimize parameters such as lighting, temperature, and energy consumption, thereby enhancing performance and saving operational costs.
- 7D BIM: This version supports facility management and maintenance after project completion. BIM integrates information about equipment, materials, and maintenance processes, ensuring the building's longevity.
Many countries have successfully applied 6D and 7D BIM models to develop sustainable and efficient construction projects. However, to access and master these models, it is essential to start with 3D BIM and gradually advance through higher-level versions.
BIM technology offers outstanding benefits in the factory design process, helping businesses optimize construction efficiency and project management.
- Optimizing the design process BIM allows for the creation of highly accurate 3D models, detailing even the smallest elements of the factory. 3D drawings not only provide a clear visualization of the project but also minimize errors commonly found with traditional 2D drawings. This helps reduce the time spent revising designs, ensuring that every aspect, from structure to technical systems, is synchronized from the start.
- Improving project management efficiency BIM provides the ability to track progress in detail and in real-time. Investors can immediately check completed tasks and any remaining work, while adjusting plans and resources when necessary. This helps limit delays or budget overruns, ensuring the project is tightly controlled.
- Enhancing collaboration between teams A major strength of BIM is its ability to directly share data between project teams. Architects, engineers, contractors, and stakeholders can work on the same model, ensuring synchronization and reducing conflicts between different systems. This minimizes unexpected situations during construction and increases transparency throughout the process.
- Reducing construction costs BIM not only helps accurately predict costs during construction but also helps identify and prevent risks right from the design stage. Technical errors that may arise during construction are flagged by BIM, avoiding unnecessary expenses due to repairs or changes during the construction process.
- Enhancing sustainability Another important benefit of BIM is its ability to integrate green elements into factory design. BIM helps optimize energy systems such as lighting, ventilation, and energy consumption, minimizing environmental impact. This not only ensures efficient factory operation but also meets long-term sustainable building standards.
These benefits make BIM an indispensable tool for factory design projects, ensuring optimal cost, time, and quality.
BIM plays a key role throughout the design and construction process, from concept development and design drawing creation to completion and building operation.
Furthermore, BIM contributes to the optimization of management and maintenance of key systems such as water supply and drainage, electricity, gas, wastewater treatment, and transportation infrastructure. BIM's effectiveness has been demonstrated through impressive statistics:
- Reducing design adjustment requests by up to 40%,
- Keeping deviations between estimated and actual costs within +/- 3%,
- Saving up to 80% of the time required for cost estimation,
- Reducing construction costs by up to 10%.
These benefits make BIM an indispensable tool for modern construction projects.
BIM is applied throughout all stages of the construction process, from idea formation, factory design implementation, and construction to operation and maintenance. Stakeholders such as investors, architects, structural engineers, main contractors, manufacturers, and infrastructure managers will all use the BIM information model to ensure synchronization and accuracy.
According to Decision No. 2500/QD-TTg dated December 22, 2016, the government approved the use of BIM in research projects for construction planning. Additionally, Decision No. 203/QD-BXD dated March 21, 2017, by the Ministry of Construction, established the BIM Steering Committee to implement the Construction Information Model application in construction and management, referred to as the BIM Steering Committee.
Vietnam is currently in the process of researching and moving towards making the use of BIM mandatory in the construction sector. This requires businesses and contractors to prepare resources, ready for future changes as directed by the government.
The application of BIM technology in factory design and construction offers numerous significant benefits, including optimizing the design process, improving project management efficiency, enhancing collaboration among stakeholders, reducing construction costs, and promoting sustainability.
We encourage businesses in the industrial sector to actively adopt BIM to optimize design and construction processes, thereby improving project quality and minimizing unnecessary risks.
Contact BIC today for professional consultation and factory design using advanced BIM technology. We are ready to accompany you in realizing effective and sustainable construction projects!
