Results

DBC Building Services used Building Information Modelling (BIM) and advanced manufacturing techniques to improve safety and efficiency in the mechanical services installation for the Dunedin Outpatients Building. Using 3D modelling and direct-to-fabrication processes, the team significantly reduced on-site work at height, improved accuracy, and created a safer work environment.

DBC Building Services used Building Information Modelling (BIM) and advanced manufacturing techniques to improve safety and efficiency in the mechanical services installation for the Dunedin Outpatients Building. Using 3D modelling and direct-to-fabrication processes, the team significantly reduced on-site work at height, improved accuracy, and created a safer work environment.

DBC Building Services used Building Information Modelling (BIM) and advanced manufacturing techniques to improve safety and efficiency in the mechanical services installation for the Dunedin Outpatients Building. Using 3D modelling and direct-to-fabrication processes, the team significantly reduced on-site work at height, improved accuracy, and created a safer work environment.

On the ACC Ōtepoti project, a 5.6-meter void existed below the service deck on the top floor. The use of Building Information Modelling (BIM) enabled the project team to identify and address potential health and safety hazards associated with wall construction and services installation onto this space. By using the 3D model to facilitate open communication among stakeholders, the team could thoroughly investigate and address potential risks and possible alternatives before construction began, leading to a safer and more efficient building process.

On the ACC Ōtepoti project, the use of Building Information Modelling (BIM) and collaborative processes enabled the project team to focus on potential health and safety hazards that could occur during construction and installation of services, particularly in ceiling spaces. Working with a federated 3D model and facilitating open communication among stakeholders, including contractors and subcontractors, the team could thoroughly investigate and address potential risks before and during construction, creating a safer and more efficient work environment.

Helix Global is pioneering New Zealand’s first fully off-site manufactured residential home. By leveraging Building Information Modelling (BIM) technology, the company has been able to address the unique challenges associated with prefabricated construction, transportation, and on-site assembly. The use of BIM has enabled Helix Global to enhance safety throughout the entire process, from factory manufacturing to final installation.

In the mechanical services industry, experienced workers like Colin Graham, a contract pipe fitter and welder, are benefiting from the use of Building Information Modelling (BIM) and 3D modelling. These technologies allow older workers to continue contributing their valuable skills while minimising physical risks associated with working on-site. By enabling remote work and prefabrication, BIM and 3D modelling improve safety, efficiency, and knowledge transfer between older and younger workers.

On the ACC Ōtepoti project, the introduction of Building Information Modelling (BIM) to a seasoned construction professional with 23 years of experience in traditional 2D environments has demonstrated the significant potential for improving safety planning, communication, and issue resolution. By leveraging the 3D model’s interactive capabilities, the team was able to visualise and address potential safety hazards, plan work methodologies, and effectively communicate complex issues across geographically dispersed team members.

The City Rail Link (CRL) project in New Zealand has implemented an innovative virtual reality (VR) induction process for workers, leveraging Building Information Modelling (BIM) to create immersive training environments. This approach allows workers to experience and understand potential hazards and safety protocols in a risk-free virtual setting before entering the actual construction site. The VR induction process has proven particularly effective for workers unfamiliar with tunnel environments or those who don’t have English as their first language, ensuring a comprehensive understanding of safety procedures across diverse teams.