Description
In this class, we'll discuss using Fabrication Parts in Revit software from Comfort Systems' point of view. We'll discuss the current state, the struggles the firm has encountered so far, and what it has done with the API to enhance Fabrication Parts in Revit with the 2018 release. You'll also see examples of models created using Fabrication Parts, what we can do with the data from these models, and how Comfort Systems is fabricating from them.
Key Learnings
- Learn what new functionality is available with the 2018 release of Revit and how it affects Fabrication Parts
- Discuss the struggles we encounter when accessing data and the solutions we have found
- Understand the spooling options with Fabrication Parts in Revit 2018
- See where we go from here: looking ahead, beyond tomorrow!
Speakers
- KAKevin AllenKevin Allen is currently employed at Comfort Systems USA (CSUSA)—a premier mechanical systems installation and service provider with annual revenue of $1.6 billion—as Director of Building Information Modeling (BIM) and Productivity. CSUSA is a national organization with over 7,000 employees and 45 operating companies (some being service only). Currently 26 of these locations utilize virtual design and construction (VDC), with 10 sheet metal fabrication shops, numerous pipe and plumbing shops, and 205 employees utilizing the Fabrication software products on a single database. Kevin is responsible for implementing, training, and advising on best practices for these companies, developing standards within the organization, and providing technology recommendations for the future, along with numerous other tasks.
- WTWilliam TuckerWilliam Tucker is currently working at Comfort Systems USA, a Premier Mechanical Systems Installation and Service provider, as BIM Trainer and Product Specialist. CSUSA is a national organization with 8,000 employees. CSUSA has one Autodesk Fabrication National Database that is shared with 26 companies, 10 Sheet Metal Fabrication Shops and 205 users. William is responsible for implementing, training, and advising on best practices for these companies, developing standards within the organization, and providing technology recommendations for the future. In the past, William has trained and Implemented Autodesk Fabrication CADmep, ESTmep, and CAMduct as well as utilized it as a 3D detailing and coordination package. William has been using Autodesk Products for 30 years. William enjoys helping others utilize the software to its fullest extent.
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