OpenSpace has announced the release of OpenSpace BIM+, a new product aimed at supporting coordination between Virtual Design and Construction (VDC) and field teams. This product utilizes OpenSpace's AI and computer vision technology to align 360° photos with Building Information Modeling (BIM) and includes a host of functionality that allows teams to simplify field-to-office BIM coordination.
OpenSpace BIM+ provides a version of BIM tailored for field use. The product features 3D tools that enable construction teams to manage onsite coordination issues without reliance on a VDC manager for common questions.
OpenSpace BIM+ Features
- Onsite BIM Analysis: Tools like Saved Views, BIM Compare, BIM Element Overlay, Point Cloud Viewing and an Offline-enabled Mobile BIM Viewer support navigating BIM models on construction sites and facilitate comparison with actual site conditions.
- BIM Field Coordination: BIM-based Field Notes enable communication, approval processes and project scheduling. A BCF Export feature facilitates information exchange with other BIM coordination tools.
- Model Management: Autodesk Model Import and Multiple Models management offer access to up-to-date models and the ability to view only the relevant portions of the models for specific teams, such as the MEP systems.
"A huge goal is to have our field and operations staff put the model into practice. We want them to go to exactly where they need to be on an initial inspection of a certain MEP system by looking at the model. We're excited about how OpenSpace BIM+ supports our QC workflows," said Kyle Tomak, VDC manager at Hensel Phelps.
