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BIM Services in Michigan for Caro Center

Location Caro Center, Michigan, USA

Year May 2021 - December 2021

Key Project Details
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Project Area:127,720 sq. ft.

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Key Project Details
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Project Area:127,720 sq. ft.

Architect:NA

Engineer:6

Contractor(S):Collaborative

Owner:NA

Trades Covered:Plumbing, Electrical, Mechanical Piping

LOD:400

Software:Revit – 2020, Navis- 2020, BIM 360

Verticals:  Engineering Firms,
MEP Engineering

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isometric 3D architectural of Caro Center Michigan

Caro Center, Michigan, has served Michigan residents since 1914. It provides care for epilepsy, developmental disabilities, and mental health needs. For this healthcare facility, Pinnacle delivered BIM Services in Michigan across multiple MEP disciplines. The scope included 3D modeling, multidisciplinary coordination, clash detection, shop drawings, and as-built updates.

The project involved a two-floor building spanning 127,720 sq. ft. Pinnacle developed coordinated MEP models at LOD 400. The team also prepared construction documentation for installation and coordination. The client was invited to BIM 360 using project-specific IDs. This enabled seamless collaboration and efficient information exchange.

3D Modeling & Coordination BIM Services in Michigan

Pinnacle provided 3D Modeling & Coordination BIM Services in Michigan to develop coordinated models for the project’s mechanical piping, plumbing, and electrical systems. The models supported multidisciplinary coordination, clash resolution, construction documentation, and as-built updates.

MEP BIM Modeling Services in Michigan

The modeling scope included:

  • • 3D BIM model creation for mechanical piping, plumbing, and electrical systems.
  • • Coordination with other building trades based on clash reports received from the client.
  • • Development of coordinated models at LOD 400.
  • • Updating the as-built model based on client-provided markup drawings.

MEP Shop Drawing Services in Michigan

Pinnacle prepared detailed MEP Shop Drawing Services in Michigan for the project’s mechanical piping, plumbing, and electrical systems. The deliverables included plans, sections, shop drawings, and required construction details to support field installation and project execution.

MEP Clash Detection Services in Michigan

The project required extensive multidisciplinary coordination within a strict project schedule and limited budget. Pinnacle provided MEP Clash Detection Services in Michigan, identifying and resolving conflicts between mechanical piping, plumbing, electrical, and other trades.

More than 1,000 clashes, including 300+ critical clashes, were resolved by resizing and rerouting services. Daily coordination meetings were conducted using Navisworks to review conflicts, incorporate RFI responses, and progressively develop clash-free 3D models.

Key Project Details

Project Area:127,720 sq. ft.

Architect:NA

Engineer:6

Contractor(s):Collaborative

Owner:NA

LOD:400

Trades Covered:Plumbing, Electrical, Mechanical Piping

Software:Revit – 2020, Navis- 2020, BIM 360

Verticals:  Engineering Firms,
MEP Engineering

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Project Challenges & Solutions

Limited Project Budget

Challenge: The project had a limited budget of $31,000, while the requirements for as-built documentation and facility management were not included in the original scope.

Solution: Pinnacle requested and received approval for multiple change orders to incorporate the required as-built services.

Complex Multidisciplinary Coordination

Challenge: Coordination with other trades was challenging because formal coordination meetings had not been included in the initial project scope.

Solution: Pinnacle established daily meetings with the client to clarify technical issues, review clashes, and develop coordinated, clash-free 3D models using Navisworks.

Strict Schedule and Limited Resources

Challenge: The project had a strict deadline and required multiple submissions within a limited timeframe and with constrained resources.

Solution: Pinnacle trained the project team according to the client's specific prerequisites, enabling the team to meet project requirements and complete the work within the stipulated timeframe.

Value Delivered Through BIM Coordination

Pinnacle's BIM approach delivered measurable improvements in coordination and construction documentation:

  • Resolved 1,000+ clashes, including more than 300 critical clashes, through service resizing and rerouting.
  • Conducted daily coordination meetings using Navisworks to identify and resolve conflicts and incorporate RFI responses.
  • Delivered a complete set of plumbing, mechanical piping, and electrical drawings, including plans, sections, shop drawings, and required details.
  • Updated as-built information based on markup drawings to support accurate project documentation.
  • Enabled collaborative project coordination through BIM 360 and project-specific user IDs.

Outcomes

  • Quality model with a minor number of clashes and fittings using Revit & Navisworks
  • Increased work efficiency
  • Seamless collaboration with the client by discussing issues in daily meetings
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