MEPF LOD 400 BIM Delivered for a 340,000 sq. ft. University Building

Key Challenges

• Coordinating extensive MEPF systems across six floors of a large academic building required high attention to detail and accuracy.

• Several mechanical components and fittings did not have readily available families in Revit and required custom modeling as per manufacturer specifications.

• Limited initial coordination between MEP, architecture, and structure meant numerous clashes were detected in early model versions.

• Ensuring ceiling-based services were modeled at accurate levels without impacting aesthetics or architectural clearances added complexity.

Approaches and Solutions

• Gsource used project specifications and product cutsheets to create and update Revit families tailored to the exact project requirements.

• Ceiling-based MEPF components were modeled with precise level references to optimize spatial planning and avoid conflicts.

• Weekly coordination meetings were held with the client’s design team to resolve issues collaboratively and ensure alignment.

• Advanced clash detection and resolution were performed using Navisworks to achieve a fully clash-free model.

• Final deliverables included the LOD 400 BIM model, detailed shop drawings, and a comprehensive clash detection report.