Trimble Construction

TRANSFORMING THE WAY THE WORLD WORKS SPECIALIZING IN DUCTWORK, MECHANICAL PIPING AND PLUMBING J.M. Brennan selected Trimble SysQue to enhance their use of Autodesk Revit. Dan Cedeno, project manager and BIM/ database manager at J.M. Brennan, explains that the team chose Trimble SysQue because it lets users design with real- world, manufacturing-specific content that aids greatly in the prefabrication process and later for installation. Having a high level of detail in the model is critical because it allows the BIM team to create precise and accurate project plans that meet detailing, fabrication, manufacturing, and installation requirements. SysQue also extends the Revit MEP BIM data to include material cost, labor values, submittal documents, and procurement part numbers. In all, SysQue has access to a continually evolving database of over eight million line items of content. Since implementing the new workflow, J.M. Brennan can create BIM models with much more detail, much earlier in the design process. The previous process was not only time consuming, but data was often lost during the file exchange and design specs didn't always match construction standards. Context J.M. Brennan, Inc. is a family-owned mechanical contractor that has been in business since 1932. The Milwaukee, Wisconsin-based contractor provides services for HVAC, plumbing, process piping, controls, industrial sheet metal and service. CHALLENGE J.M. Brennan was looking to enhance overall productivity and develop designs with a higher Level of Detail (LOD) including the ability to include real-world specification in designs. The company has grown significantly over the past 80 years and now has its third generation of Brennans leading the company forward to the next phase of growth, expansion and leadership. In addition to extensive service offerings, the company also offers design, engineering, BIM and prefabrication services. J.M. Brennan's build services span everything from new construction to renovations and new equipment installation, as well as custom mechanical solutions. J.M. Brennan started its BIM department in January 2017 and hasn't looked back since. Today, the company is a full BIM operation, leveraging this approach for design, coordination and installation across their departments. SOLUTION Trimble SysQue, Trimble RTS-655 and SysQue Supports for point layout, Trimble Tablet

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