AWWA ACE65439

Three-dimensional (3D) building information modeling (BIM) is sweeping the design andconstruction industry in the United States. Harnessing the power of the BIM concept and itstools is an exciting challenge facing the water industry. This paper focuses on innovative toolsand work processes used to create BIM systems unique to the water industry.Data-driven BIM tools coupled with refined work processes have been used to improvecollaboration and facilitate communication with all project stakeholders. Supplementing thetraditional design process with 3D visualizations and dynamic facility walk-throughs duringinitial stages of design has allowed early optimization of plant operability, safety, cost, andaesthetics. In addition, data-aware models have made it possible to track design and operationand maintenance (O&M) data, quantities, and costs for use during design, construction, andoperation.The Placer County Water Agency Ophir Water Treatment Plant in Auburn, California, used BIMand garnered positive responses from stakeholders. The Columbia Heights MembraneUltrafiltration Plant in Minnesota, USA, used BIM to facilitate a post-construction analysis ofchange orders, resulting in less than 1% attributed to engineering-related changes. TheBundamba Advanced Water Treatment Plant in Queensland, Australia, is currently using BIM tofacilitate a fast-tracked engineer/procure/construct project to alleviate the water shortage broughton by a severe drought. Includes 14 references, figures.

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Edition:

Vol. - No.

Published:

06/01/2007

Number of Pages:

32

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1 file , 1.6 MB