BIM management in plant engineering

Get to know us

With over 25 years of experience in 3D CAD, we support BIM projects across all LOD and LOI stages. We create the BIM execution plan (BAP), define the client's information requirements (AIA) and ensure efficient and error-free implementation with our certified BIM coordinators.

What defines
us

Many years of experience as a general contractor

Link between construction, architecture and industry

Practice-orientated and efficient

As BIM managers, we create the BAP, define processes, responsibilities and AIA - for structured, efficient and digital planning throughout the entire construction and plant process.

We control the flow of information between all project participants and ensure that digital models are uniformly structured, fulfil LOD and LOI specifications and that data remains consistent.

We harmonise the BIM standards between architects, construction experts and plant engineers so that your BIM project can be handled as efficiently and practically as possible.

FAQ

What are the benefits of BIM for industrial plant construction?

BIM ensures more precise planning, minimises errors and improves collaboration between trades. Digital models allow collisions to be recognised at an early stage, construction times to be shortened and operating costs to be reduced.

How does BIM in plant engineering differ from BIM in architecture?

Architects work with geo-referenced zero points, while project-related zero points are used in plant engineering - a direct transfer is often not possible. In addition, classification in architecture is based on static elements such as walls, windows and doors, while plant engineering is function-orientated. Machines, pipelines and media flows must be recorded dynamically, which requires significantly more complex BIM modelling.

Isn't BIM too expensive? Is it really worth using?

A 3D model initially causes higher planning costs, but saves many times over later on. More precise planning, collision avoidance and more efficient processes reduce construction delays and expensive rework. Operation and maintenance also benefit from digital models in the long term - BIM is therefore an investment that pays off.

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any further questions?

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Customer reviews

We commissioned Friedli AG to create a digital twin of a large existing plant - as the basis for our construction project. Thanks to the fast and precise recording on site, a model was created that was used by all suppliers for planning purposes. The high information content of the 3D point cloud has always fascinated us and proved to be extremely valuable not only in engineering, but also in project meetings.

F. Delhaye

EC Bioenergy Souvans SAS

For our new production facility, Friedli AG consistently favoured the creation of a digital model before implementation. This facilitated the collaboration between construction, architecture and us as the customer.

Dr. A. Grub

Micarna SA

Even for a small extension, Friedli AG relied on the 3D scan and the subsequent creation of a digital twin. It has been shown that the effort involved is manageable and the benefits during implementation are disproportionately high.

B. Schilliger

Schilliger Holz AG