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4D and 5D Simulation

We sync 3D models with construction schedules and job cost reports to add extra dimensions as time and cost respectively for better visualization and planning.

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Visual Project Timeline

At Techture, we work to integrate additional dimensions of costs and time with the 3D models, hence enabling end clients to visualize projects in an unparalleled fashion. Multiple activities happening simultaneously can be viewed and planned for most effective resource utilization

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Save Costs and Prevent Delays

Time and costs can be remotely monitored and acted upon. The 4D and 5D Simulations provided by Techture act as dashboards to manage entire projects. These can be further integrated with legacy technologies like ERPs to manage procurement and other tasks in an efficient manner.

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Level of Detail

The simulations can be linked to macro as well as micro schedules. The former can be used for site-wide activities planning while the latter can be utilized to showcase specific construction procedures to the site teams.

Visual Project Timeline

Visual Project Timeline

At Techture, we work to integrate additional dimensions of costs and time with the 3D models, hence enabling end clients to visualize projects in an unparalleled fashion. Multiple activities happening simultaneously can be viewed and planned for most effective resource utilization

Save Costs and Prevent Delays

Time and costs can be remotely monitored and acted upon. The 4D and 5D Simulations provided by Techture act as dashboards to manage entire projects. These can be further integrated with legacy technologies like ERPs to manage procurement and other tasks in an efficient manner.

Level of Detail

Level of Detail

The simulations can be linked to macro as well as micro schedules. The former can be used for site-wide activities planning while the latter can be utilized to showcase specific construction procedures to the site teams.

Visualization

Techture provides 4D and 5D simulation services that allows stakeholders to visualize and understand the project's progress over time. By incorporating construction schedules and cost data into the 3D BIM model, stakeholders can visualize the project's progress, construction sequence, and material deliveries.

The simulations help understand the financial impact of design changes and optimize costs over time. These services enhance project visualization and facilitate informed decision-making.

Project Management

Techture offers 4D and 5D simulation services in BIM, which greatly contribute to improved project management.

By integrating construction schedules and cost data into the 3D BIM model, stakeholders gain a comprehensive view of the project's timeline, activities, and financial implications. The simulations aid in visualizing the construction sequence, optimizing scheduling, and identifying potential clashes or delays.

With Techture's expertise, clients benefit from better project coordination, enhanced decision-making, and streamlined resource allocation. These services empower project teams to effectively manage construction projects, mitigate risks, and ensure successful project outcomes.

The construction schedule developed in native software like PrimaVera and MS Project can be linked to the BIM model and analysed further on aspects like feasibility, constructability, methodical procedures and sustainability.

Project Monitoring

Techture's expertise in creating simulations complements 4D and 5D BIM capabilities. Their visual representations help stakeholders, including project managers, contractors, and owners, to easily comprehend the current status of the project. These simulations can be presented in various formats, such as videos or interactive models, enabling stakeholders to monitor on-site progress remotely or during regular project meetings.

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PRE-BID Simulation

Techture offers pre-bid simulation services to clients, revolutionizing the way construction projects are planned and executed.

Techture develops dynamic 4D and 5D simulations that illustrate the entire building process, assisting clients in gaining a thorough understanding of the project, spotting potential conflicts, streamlining timetables, and making well-informed choices during the bidding phase.

For project teams, we incorporate 3D BIM models with exact data on building construction operations, timetables, and simulations. While our 5D BIM simulations can assist AEC professionals in strengthening their efforts in cost estimation and budget analysis.

4D Simulation

Techture utilizes its expertise in 4D simulation to assist clients in predicting project timelines with precision and accuracy. Techture provides a dynamic simulation that depicts the complete construction process over time by including the client's construction plans and timelines into the BIM model.

This simulation enables clients to identify potential bottlenecks, clashes, or delays, allowing for proactive planning and mitigation strategies. The detailed timeline predictions derived from the 4D simulation empower clients to make informed decisions, optimize resource allocation, and effectively manage project schedules. Techture's 4D simulations serve as a powerful tool for clients, providing valuable insights and fostering a proactive approach to project management.

5D Simulation

Techture goes beyond 4D simulation and leverages its expertise to provide 5D simulations for clients, aiding in the prediction of project costs. By integrating cost data into the BIM model, Techture's 5D simulations offer a comprehensive view of the construction process in terms of both time and cost.

This enables clients to accurately forecast expenses, identify cost-saving opportunities, and make informed decisions during the pre-bid phase. The detailed cost predictions derived from the 5D simulations empower clients to manage budgets effectively, optimize resource allocation, and enhance overall project financial control.

What and Why

“BIM is not just 3D. The inclusion of dimensions of time and cost take the project to the next level giving rise to a coordinated 5D model.”

“BIM is not just 3D. The inclusion of dimensions of time and cost take the project to the next level giving rise to a coordinated 5D model.”

Simulating the progress of the construction activity helps the construction team visualize logistical issues or inefficiencies. The virtual simulation exposes details such as out-of-sequence work, scheduling conflicts between multiple trades, ‘what if’ scenarios, and macro-level construction phasing strategies – all in order to achieve the optimization of the construction schedule.

Coupled with visual insight, we also provide a complete step-by-step report representing the planned construction set against time and cost using the 4D and 5D BIM simulations.

Construction planning and management

The requirements, nowadays, for more effective planning and management assistance from BIM tools have become even more demanding. Fulfilling this demand since we started our practice through BIM has given us an expertise in the field of Construction Planning and Management.

The visuals provide an accurate insight on the kind of progress the site might experience with the given construction schedule.

These visuals also help us analyse the ‘what-if’ scenarios and enables us to counter these situations in a dynamic manner.

This linking can further be assigned the particular resources required to complete a defined task. This resource allocation will give rise to another dimension of cost which can be integrated further.

The cost integration results into the further dimension which shall be called 5D and the simulations of the same enables the Construction Managers to examine the construction execution plan with respect to time and corresponding costs.

The construction schedule developed in native software like PrimaVera and MS Project can be linked to the BIM model and analysed further on aspects like feasibility, constructability, methodical procedures and sustainability.

Logistics planning

The BIM Model provides an insight of the design in 3D and its linking with the Construction Schedule can provide a detailed visual description of the stage of the project at different stages. As the construction projects are present in areas with dense population and structures all around , the planning of logistics i.e. construction material as well as machinery becomes an important aspect during the planning stage.Logistics plan has to be modified progressively and depends on the stage of construction and the available areas and access routes at that point of time.

As BIM has been envisaged as one of the important tools of planning, Techture ensures to use the BIM Model to aid and collaborate with the site team to generate site logistics simulation at each stage of the project progressively as per the conditions on the site changes & keep the flow of construction smooth .

KNOWLEDGE

Our Expertise

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PRE-BID
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Generation of Micro Simulations.
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4D Simulation
Detailed Simulation: Consists of MEP components and color codes.
Logistic simulation: Consists of MEP components and color codes.
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5D Simulation
Resource Loading: Feeding the BIM model with the appropriate resources to get the cost factor in the simulations.
Cost: Enables cost verification between the BOQ provided by the client and the internal costs extracted through the BIM model.

Simulating the progress of the construction activity helps the construction team visualize logistical issues or inefficiencies. The virtual simulation exposes details such as out-of-sequence work, scheduling conflicts between multiple trades, ‘what if’ scenarios, and macro-level construction phasing strategies – all in order to achieve the optimization of the construction schedule.

Coupled with visual insight, we also provide a complete step-by-step report representing the planned construction set against time and cost using the 4D and 5D BIM simulations.

Sample Outputs and Deliverables

At Techture, we are dedicated to providing the highest quality Building Information Modelling (BIM) services to our clients. We are committed to using the latest technology and software to create advanced, robust 3D models that meet the specific needs of each project. You can find a variety of sample outputs and deliverables that showcase our work and demonstrate the Level of Detail and precision we bring to every project. These files will give you a clear idea of the types of models we work on and the technology we use to create them. These samples will give you a better understanding of the value our BIM services can bring to your project.

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PROJECTS

Featured Projects

We have successfully delivered over a Billion sqft. of projects using our expertise in Visualisation & Virtual Reality. Our engineering team has demonstrated experience using the latest tools and technologies to create re ndered views and visualization of assets. View our portfolio of projects that we have delivered.

Why Techture

Techture has become one of the leading BIM solutions companies because of its innovative approach, OEM partnerships, and Customer-centric approach that never compromises on Quality.

Innovation Forward

Innovation Forward

Our dedicated R&D team works tirelessly to ensure that the most industry-forward and innovative workflows are being used to deliver projects

Embrace Automation

Embrace Automation

We have been advocates for digital automation from our inception. We are also pioneers for automating some of the most traditional processes, thought to be impossible to automate.

OEM Preferred

OEM Preferred

Our partnerships with the leading OEMs in the industry imply that we have access to state-of-the-art software and sophisticated resources that help us deliver projects most efficiently.

BIM Evangelists

BIM Evangelists

As an industry disrupter in the construction sector, we have been educating the fraternity about the benefits of adopting newer technologies. Our leaders keep engaging audiences through various national and international conferences.

Customer Centric

Customer Centric

Our customer-first philosophy has resulted in 85% repeat business. Our can-do attitude coupled with industry leading turn-around-times ensures satisfaction and realised return-on-investment.

Quality First

Quality First

We believe in no comprise to quality, however tight the schedule might be.

Agile & Adaptable

Agile & Adaptable

Our ability to custom tailor our outputs to suit the needs of our clients puts us on the forefront of the technology disruption. Our outputs seamlessly align with your needs and downstream processes

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are 4D and 5D Simulations in construction?

In construction, 4D and 5D simulations refer to advanced applications of BIM that incorporate additional dimensions beyond the traditional 3D model:

  • 4D Simulation:

    Definition:
    Adds the dimension of time (fourth dimension) to the 3D BIM model.

    Purpose: Creates a visual representation of how the construction project evolves over time, allowing stakeholders to understand the construction sequence and identify potential scheduling conflicts.
  • 5D Simulation:

    Definition:
    Incorporates both time and cost (fifth dimension) into the 3D BIM model.

    Purpose: Extends 4D simulation by associating cost data with the time-based activities, providing a holistic view of the project's financial implications at various stages
How do these simulations integrate with 3D models?

Dimensions of time and cost into the existing digital representation. Here's how:

4D Simulation Integration:

  • Time Dimension: The fourth dimension (time) is added to the 3D model, linking specific tasks or components to points in the project timeline.
  • Visualization: Construction activities are visualized in a time sequence, providing stakeholders with a dynamic representation of how the project progresses over time.
  • Coordination: Enhances coordination by showing the timing and dependencies of various construction activities.

5D Simulation Integration:

  • Cost Dimension: The fifth dimension (cost) is integrated into the 3D model, associating cost data with the time-based activities.
  • Holistic View: Provides a comprehensive view of the project's financial implications, enabling stakeholders to understand the cost impact at different stages of construction.
  • Cost Estimation: Supports accurate cost estimation by linking cost data directly to the corresponding elements in the 3D model.
Can 4D and 5D Simulations help in resource planning?

Yes, 4D and 5D simulations can significantly aid in resource planning during construction projects:

4D Simulation:

  • Visualization: Shows construction sequence over time.
  • Resource Allocation: Assists in planning and optimizing resource use at different project stages.

5D Simulation:

  • Cost Integration: Links costs to time-based activities.
  • Cost Estimation: Aids in estimating and planning the budget for project resources.

Decision-Making:

  • Holistic View: Provides a comprehensive perspective on resource requirements and financial implications.
  • Informed Decisions: Facilitates informed decisions regarding resource allocation and budget considerations.

Coordination:

  • Clash Detection: Identifies clashes to prevent resource bottlenecks.
  • Optimized Workflows: Supports workflow optimization for efficient resource use.
Do these simulations assist in cost and delay prevention?

Yes, both 4D and 5D simulations play a crucial role in preventing costs and delays in construction projects:

4D Simulation for Delay Prevention:

  • Visualization: Allows stakeholders to visually understand the construction sequence, aiding in identifying and resolving potential delays before they occur.
  • Coordination: Enhances coordination among various activities, reducing the likelihood of clashes and conflicts that could lead to delays.
  • Optimized Workflows: Supports the optimization of workflows, minimizing disruptions and ensuring a smoother construction process.
  • Cost Integration: Associates cost data with time-based activities, providing a comprehensive view of the project's financial implications.
  • Cost Estimation: Enables accurate cost estimation, allowing for proactive budget planning and cost prevention measures.
  • Change Management: Helps manage changes effectively, minimizing the impact on costs by visualizing alterations in the 5D model before implementation.
How do 4D and 5D Simulations improve project visualization?

4D and 5D simulations elevate project visualization by integrating time and cost dimensions into the 3D BIM model. In 4D, construction schedules visually represent the project's timeline, aiding in proactive planning and bottleneck identification. Meanwhile, 5D simulations go further by incorporating cost data, allowing stakeholders to comprehensively view and forecast expenses, optimizing resource allocation and informing decisions during the pre-bid phase. These simulations not only facilitate remote project monitoring through visual representations but also empower clients to make informed choices, streamline timetables, and enhance financial control. Ultimately, 4D and 5D simulations revolutionize project visualization, fostering efficient decision-making and successful project outcomes.

How do 4D and 5D Simulations impact project management?

4D and 5D simulations significantly impact project management by enhancing coordination, decision-making, and resource allocation throughout the construction lifecycle. In project management, 4D simulations integrate construction schedules into the 3D BIM model, offering stakeholders a comprehensive view of the project's timeline, activities, and potential challenges. This aids in visualizing construction sequences, optimizing scheduling, and identifying clashes or delays, thereby fostering improved project coordination. Techture's expertise in 5D simulations takes project management a step further by integrating cost data, allowing for a holistic understanding of both time and financial implications. This enables accurate expense forecasting, identification of cost-saving opportunities, and informed decision-making during pre-bid phases, streamlining resource allocation and enhancing financial control. The simulations act as powerful tools for project teams, providing valuable insights, facilitating proactive planning, and ultimately contributing to more efficient project management and successful outcomes.