Four Secrets to Choosing the Right BIM Software for Your Company

Building Information Modeling (BIM) has become the standard for building planning and fabrication management for good reason. As buildings grow more sophisticated, the demands for greater collaboration, better decision-making, and more sustainable options also increase. 

BIM software like the ones BuildingPoint Canada provides empowers you to meet these demands while reducing costs and boosting productivity, leading to fewer inefficiencies like unprofitable bids, inaccurate planning, and costly onsite errors. 

When selecting the right BIM software for your company, consider several key factors. Can the software handle the highly detailed models that are becoming more common in the industry? Is it suitable for buildings with multiple materials? Is it compatible with other software you or your partners use? And importantly, can it be customized to fit your current workflows? 

1. Handling Highly-Detailed Models

As the industry shifts from 2D drawings to 3D models, adding more detail to models has proven beneficial. A 3D model allows you to include essential information for the construction process, reducing onsite issues, RFIs, and costly rework. Detailed models enable you to spot problems on your computer before they occur on the job site. 

However, more detail means larger, denser models, which can slow down most BIM software—except Tekla Structures. Tekla’s powerful modeling capabilities allow you to add as much detail and information as needed, ensuring everyone involved in a project has the data required for successful construction. 

2. Working with Multiple Materials

Even if you specialize in one material, you’ll likely encounter projects that include multiple materials. Surprisingly, many BIM software solutions complicate or don’t support this process. 

Tekla Structures simplifies the inclusion of various materials in your models with built-in tools. Whether you’re using rebar, cold-formed steel, or timber, Tekla’s interface makes it easy to add these components, enabling you to take on more detailed and lucrative projects. 

3. Integrating with Other Software

Construction projects require seamless collaboration regardless of the tools used. Fluent data sharing minimizes errors and maximizes efficiency, leading to increased profitability and on-time project completion. 

Tekla software is designed for easy collaboration throughout design and construction, regardless of other software solutions used. By avoiding proprietary file formats, Tekla ensures flexibility and interoperability, especially with IFC (Industry Foundation Class) files. Tekla’s Open API allows for effective integration with other building and construction software while maintaining data integrity and accuracy. 

4. Customizing to Your Workflow

Adopting the right BIM software should come with perks, but it can be challenging if the software doesn’t adapt to your workflow and commonly used components. If you spend excessive time finding workarounds, you’re not reaping the full benefits of BIM. 

Tekla Structures stands out with its ability to create custom components, a customized interface, and other tools like tailored reports and drawings. No matter how unique your projects are, Tekla Structures can be tailored to fit your specific needs and workflows.  

BuildingPoint Canada Can Help 

BuildingPoint Canada team of experts can guide you to consider these benefits not just in terms of saved time and money, but also the improved productivity and efficiency that come with using the right tool. 

To learn more about Tekla Structures and how can help you, contact us today.