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From 2D Design to 3D Modeling for Agricultural Industries

From 2D Design to 3D Modeling for Agricultural Industries

Customer challenge

Van Dun Advies mainly works for agricultural companies and industry in rural areas, designing stables and commercial buildings, and realizing them thereof, for example. Van Dun Advies started 3D modeling in addition to 2D CAD drawing since customers asked for 3D models, because these clearly show what has been designed and will be built. A transition to 3D modeling appeared to be difficult, because the designers did not have software and skills for efficient 3D modeling at their disposal.

Project goals

Van Dun Advies asked ICN Solutions for a solution to implement 3D modeling within their design process. The change process started with four designers. In a pilot, they were trained on-the-job in 3D modeling and in the use of Autodesk Revit. At that stage, several questions came up: how to set up the IT environment? How to make sure that everyone draws at the same level of detail? How to set up a library of building components? In other words, process optimization became the major goal.

Solution

Following the introduction and pilot trainings, ICN Solutions helped Van Dun Advies to set up their IT infrastructure and configure Autodesk Revit in such a way that the 3D modeling environment matched Van Dun's working methods as much as possible. The drawing process was standardized and optimized, by collecting and introducing building elements in a commonly used library. At the same time, the other ten designers and architects were trained to use Autodesk Revit for 3D modeling.

Business outcome

Van Dun Advies is now able to stand-out from other agencies, because its modelers already elaborate specifications in the permit acquisition phase. Since contractors often quote on the basis of these preliminary drawings, Van Dun Advies avoids a lot of ambiguity. This reduces the risk of errors, especially in more complex projects, thus saving time and money.

Conclusion

Ever since then, all construction engineers and designers of Van Dun Advies use Autodesk Revit for 3D modeling. They are now experiencing the benefits. In the beginning, 3D modeling is intensive, but in the end, their work is more efficient and, above all, gives them more fun. The design of a building is better thought through from the start; customers are better served.

Project summary

    Duration & delivery

  • 365
  • 2019-01-01

    Autodesk solutions

  • Revit

    Services provided

  • Solution Optimization Services
  • System Implementation
  • Configuration & Deployment
  • Product Training

    Customer industry

  • Architecture, Engineering & Construction
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