BIM Coordination

with Navisworks

Michael ReuterSenior Technical Specialist

BIM 360, Navisworks, ReCap

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• Optimizing Your Model in Revit

• Naming Conventions

• Quick Properties

• Clash Setup

• Clash Detection Tips & Tricks

1) Sends 2D & 3D Views to Navisworks

2) Exports Multiple Files

3) Pick your File Destination

1) Sends 2D & 3D Views to Glue

2) Can create Merged Models

3) Sends Multiple Files to Glue

1) Creates 2D & 3D views in Revit

2) Improves Layout & Coordination Workflows

3) Customizes Naming Convention, View Area & Depth

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n Bigger isn’t Better• Small File Size• Only Export What You Need• Hide the Rest• Spend Time on Setup• Save Time During Project

Workflow:1) LevelUp2) Visibility Graphics Overrides3) Filters4) Detail Level5) Export

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Convention

Project NameTrade NameLocation/Building LevelDateVersion

Quick PropertiesJust Rollover with your mouse & discover:

• Item Name• Item Type

• Element Size• System Name

• Bottom Elevation

Clash DetectionWorkflow 1:The In-Clash Method+ Most Efficient for BIM Coordinator+ Everything is in the Clash Detective Module+ Easy to group, assign & manage clashes- Everyone on project needs Navisworks

Manage- Difficult to Organize Clashes for Meeting

Workflow 2:The Viewpoint Method+ Doesn’t require entire team buy-in of Manage+ Most-common used workflow+ Can easily manage & organize clashes by folders- Double-Entry of Data- Doesn’t directly correlate with Clash Detective

Tips & TricksFile SizeNaming ConventionColor CodingQuick PropertiesClash FilterContext is EverythingConsistency is KingName, Location, Viewpoint