The way architects design their buildings has changed over recent years as technology improves with sophisticated software, 3d Printing and the availability of large volumes of information in electronic format.
Commercial buildings designed by architects now feature many glazed elements such as windows, doors and curtain walling
Business Information Modelling or BIM offers a real time computer modelling programmes that is 3-Dimensional, visual and dynamic. It has over the last few years enabled the process of creating and managing building data to become more productive.
All the many aspects and properties of designing a building can now be brought together to connect building components, relationships of common parts, location information and much more. Importantly BIM now gives designers a clear representation of the building cycle and usage well into the future.
Business Information Modelling is miles ahead of traditional CAD methods
BIM is a major shift away from traditional methods of building design using typical Computer Aided Design or draughtsmanship methods.
It takes the best of digital technology and provides an overview that could not be previously visualised. This overview of the finished project at such an early stage enables changes to be made if needed faster than ever before. Importantly BIM indicates the entire construction process, operation and life cycle of the building being proposed.
AluK have fully embraced the advantages of BIM
AluK Systems embraced the advantages of 3D and BIM from the outset and over the last few years have steadily increased the products available for BIM.
AluK recenty added the GT55 system. This is a thermally broken commercial door for installation into commercial buildings, schools and any other high traffic building. Naturally this is required given the requirement for commercial doors to be used commercially.
The BSF 70 folding door has also been added. This BIM addition acknowledges the importance of bifolding doors to the UK home improvement and commercial market and now makes it available.
Russell Yates, AluK’s Managing Director says:
With an increase in calls for BIM compliance from architects and contractors, AluK is assisting its customer base to adhere to the requirements of level 2 BIM by 2016. We were one of the first UK manufacturers to provide 3D content – an essential part of being able to contribute to the BIM process – and currently offer 3D content for our windows, doors and curtain walling in Revit format. With the addition of IFC files in October 2014, AluK data will be truly interoperable.
We know that BIM content is not all about the 3D modelling; it is the information within the model that is essential. We have invested heavily into BIM training. Our specialised team has been trained by BRE and has achieved Accredited Professional status for BIM and principles of BS1192.
Windows, doors and curtain walling are major building components
With aluminium products featuring so prominently in building design compared to PVCu, windows, doors, glazing and curtain walling now need to provide the facility for architects and designers to also have fenestration materials included in the Building Information Modelling process alongside the core construction components is valuable.
AluK also have in-house specialists available to assist with any aspect of incorporating aluminium door and window systems into architecture, BIM and general specification.
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