C3D Interactive is a leading 3D-based construction project
control application, designed for energy projects. The solution
helps Construction and Fabrication Managers, owners and
contractors to visualize and control their projects, by
analyzing key construction information, based on actual progress
as well as do visual “look-aheads” based on current progress
rates, BoQs, MTO’s and more.
C3D allows users to link
3D objects to multifaceted piping data in an object oriented
fashion. Data is modeled in classes and hierarchies based on
isometrics, spools, materials and welds.
With the aid
of C3D, the management can visualize the fabrication status,
identify the effects of shortages and prioritize fabrication
resources based on material and project schedule priority.
C3D can also provide a broader approach to selecting the
field cut welds in a way to minimize scaffolding, maximize shop
PWHT and locate installation bottlenecks.
C3D Interactive – a Holistic BIM-based
Project Control Approach:
C3D's user
interface and features are tailored for EPC project control-
hierarchies (RBS, SBS, WBS etc.). Reports are built on the needs
of the industry.
3D progress
control of fabrication on actual piping status derived from the
isometric drawings via integration with Solinas™ for AutoCAD®
(sold separately).
4D Animation-
"Status colorized" animation of 3D models on either the schedule
(Primavera, MS Project, Excel, etc) or actual progress.
C3D is a
database driven BIM solution for a reason:
Customer
data is rarely structured and needs to be organized, hence
databases are essential back-end constituents.
Managing
Changes is essential in the Construction Industry – ever
changing data, structures, relationships and methods is a
data dependent process.
Flat files
from different CAD applications and engineering disciplines
contain no relationships and are low in fidelity as projects
become more complex. We see a decline in this traditional
approach.
Change and Consequences Analysis – C3D tracks different
scenarios, highlights changes and supports users in analyzing
the consequences of changes at different levels of details.
Integration – Having an open architecture, C3D can
integrate with several cost estimation systems, scheduling
software, etc. C3D’s built-in Visual Connectors and Facades
technology allows programming free integration.
Interoperability – C3D is a CAD-neutral vendor platform.
C3D can read from several leading CAD authoring tools and
support industry standards such as:
Advantages to Construction Managers:
Construction Approach of BIM – the
User Interface and functions are tailored for construction –
hierarchies (RBS, SBS, WBS etc.). Reports are built on the needs
of contractors.
Change and Consequences Analysis –
C3D tracks different scenarios, highlights changes and supports
users in analyzing the consequences of changes at different
levels of details.
Manage
Changes with C3D’s C-nario Browser™:
Impacts of changes in the BIM model or process around it can
be analyzed, reviewed and filtered BEFORE accepting changes.
Changes are highlighted by color and represent type of
change.
Version control focused
Flexible pivot tables allow for quick reports on both
structured and unstructured data.
Integration – Having an open
architecture, C3D can integrate with several cost estimation
systems, scheduling software, etc. C3D easily reads and
writes to and from Excel, SQL, Primavera P6, Microsoft
Project, etc.
Interoperability – C3D is a
CAD-neutral vendor platform. C3D can read from several
leading CAD and BIM authoring tools and support industry
standards such as XML (ISO 15926), STEP (ISO 10303) and ACIS
SAT.
Scalability – C3D was designed
for large projects, capable of handling multiple models from
multiple disciplines.
Timelines – C3D allows commands
and actions to be recorded so that they can be re-executed
at a later stage to save time and minimize data entry.
Scripts – simple scripting
language to create special purpose routines.
Support & Services – C3D is
made by engineers for engineers, and hence we know and
provide the full scope of services including BIM preparation
work, training, BIM implementation and integration with cost
estimation and scheduling. (4D/5D)
Advanced Work Packaging and Work Face Planning for Oil &
Gas
Planners and engineers rely on C3D to prepare and manage Work
Packages and complete their Workface Planning. C3D enriches the
filtering, arranging, analyzing, and segmenting of
construction data while integrating the necessary scope, resources,
time, and budget. This builds effective work packages. With this
capability, engineers can work hand in hand with on-site staff to:
prioritize tasks, set up schedules, decide on the required approach
and prerequisites for each task (drawings, resources, materials,
etc.), and compare planned versus actual progress. Managing the
progress of Construction Work Packages (CWPs) and Installation
Work Packages (IWPs) (including resources and workloads) is done via
the C3D Planner™ option. C3D Planner™ also lets users do N-weeks
look-ahead, making it an essential planning tool.
