Utilizing Building Information Modeling for Successful Cleanroom Design
Vincent Miller, Abbie Gregg, Inc.
Cleanroom spaces, especially those for nanofabrication, are a critical and expensive part of advanced research facilities that require complex equipment to fit into very tight spaces. Using building information modeling (BIM) to create plans, sections, and 3D isometric views to ensure proper accommodation of equipment and user accessibility will avoid wasted or unusable space, saving time and money. The presentation will demonstrate three key uses of BIM for space management in complex cleanroom environments.
Successful cleanroom design requires accurate coordination across multiple disciplines, including the cleanroom designer; building architect; building MEP manager; and structural engineer. The use of BIM brings all of these disciplines together, creates a clear picture of the design, and provides users with online collaboration tools that allow for the speedy review of designs by all team members. This review is critical due to the density of piping, HVAC, and electrical services in these spaces. Successful installation and operation of expensive cleanroom equipment depends on the availability of these services. The presentation will demonstrate examples of how this coordination is accomplished with BIM.
Within cleanroom environments, careful attention must be paid to the integration of building and fire codes, constructability, and vendor requirements. These requirements impact not only clean space, but also the entire building. Parameters, constraints, and templates in the model can be used to avoid costly mistakes and requests for information. Abbie Gregg, Inc. will demonstrate examples of how BIM helps the design team identify and integrate these considerations.
Vincent Miller has more than 10 years of experience and program development for BIM and computer-aided design (CAD), as well as CAD/BIM project integration and leadership. Mr. Miller has experience in the coordination of multiple disciplines in order to customize CAD/BIM programs using AutoCAD, AutoCAD MEP, and AutoDesk Revit. Mr. Miller is also experienced in engineering, architectural, and mechanical design and drafting utilizing Revit Architecture and AutoCAD for industrial and civil applications: cleanrooms, laboratories, aerospace, semiconductor manufacture, service equipment, construction, equipment moving and storage, and industrial machinery.