BIM

BIM Planning

BIM stands for Building Information Modeling. This is a planning process that focuses on cost security, adherence to schedules, quality improvement and sustainability. In addition to planning, the BIM method also focuses on the construction and management of buildings.

In concrete terms, BIM enables all project participants to work together earlier, in a closer network, coordinating their actions in line with the project partners. As a result, the entire planning process improves in quality and a lot of later replanning can be avoided.

Open BIM-Data Transfer

In order to ideally support a BIM process, BIM-enabled software solutions are necessary. All project partners use their own specialist applications. We could learn from the past, that BIM doesn´t work with only one model which all planners use simultaneously. Rather, all project partners keep their own model in the respective application software. However, these models must be smartly coordinated with each other.

BIM-enabled Software Solutions

With the CAD software STRAKON you get an excellent BIM tool for structural planning, which allows you to integrate very well into BIM process chains. For example, you receive 3D IFC data from the architect, which you can use in STRAKON for formwork and reinforcement planning. You can then pass on this engineering model to the MEP planning via IFC, for example. The CAD program STRAKON actively supports the Open BIM concept. The specially developed "Cube" technology will inspire you.

Optimize change processes - check conflicts (Model Check)

If there are changes in the project, you can easily enter this in the STRAKON-3D model. This is done either manually or automatically. When changes are made all formwork and reinforcement plans derived from the structural model are automatically updated. Reinforcement, bar representation, lists, transfer data, dimensioning and hatching are intelligently included and are therefore correct and up-to-date throughout the entire project.

With STRAKON you automatically receive a lot of information from a model. The integrated BIM-Checker (Model Checker) allows for an easy comparison between different models (from different project partners, several index levels or project variants). For example, you can let the software compare the model from the MEP with your structural model, and STRAKON will show you where problems might arise.

Is STRAKON IFC certified at buildingSMART?

Yes, STRAKON is certified according to the international standard of buildingSMART for IFC data exchange. STRAKON thus meets the requirements for an open and manufacturer-independent BIM (Building Information Modeling) workflow and enables the reliable exchange of building data via the IFC format (Industry Foundation Classes).

The buildingSMART-IFC certification certifies that models, components and project data from STRAKON can be correctly exported and processed in other BIM-enabled software solutions (Open BIM). This enables planning offices, engineers and construction companies to benefit from high data security, improved cooperation and efficient digital project management.

With the IFC certification, STRAKON supports continuous BIM planning according to international standards and offers a future-proof solution for open data exchange in the construction industry.

Is STRAKON suitable for infrastructure construction, especially with the IFC 4x3 format?

Yes, STRAKON is also ideally suited for infrastructure construction and supports in particular the open data exchange via IFC 4x3. With the integrated bridge construction module, parametric bridge and tunnel structures can be efficiently planned, modeled and processed. This makes STRAKON ideally suited for modern BIM processes in infrastructure and civil engineering.

By supporting IFC 4x3 in import and export, STRAKON enables standardized and vendor-neutral exchange of infrastructure models. This is particularly important in bridge construction and tunnel construction to ensure smooth cooperation between planners, engineers, construction companies and clients.

With STRAKON, users benefit from a powerful BIM solution for infrastructure construction that supports both parametric planning and secure data exchange according to current international standards.

What is the BIM Model?

The BIM model consists of different technical models, integrated in BIM coordination model.

BIM Development and Solutions - The Future of Construction

DICAD Systeme GmbH is a member of buildingSMART.



This organization develops and defines standards for Building Information Modeling and certifies the IFC exchange format. DICAD is actively represented in the structural design user group at buildingSMART. This enables a coordinated and practical further development of BIM standards in the CAD program STRAKON.

STRAKON is certified at buildingSMART International IFC4.

DICAD actively supports the idea of "Open BIM" for open software independent data exchange. For the data exchange according to Open BIM standards, we are therefore intensively pushing the development of our IFC interface to meet the high quality requirements of our users.

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3D CAD Software STRAKON