EMJ CONSTRUCTION TECHNOLOGY
Enhancing project experiences and strategically creating value.
OUR TECHNOLOGICAL APPROACH
At EMJ, we believe technology is an imperative part of the construction process, so we created an innovative approach that connects collaborative communication with technological developments. Concept-to-Completion, C2C ® , is EMJ’s approach toprojects, howwe think andact, that empowers us to findcreative ways to solve problems and exceed expectations. Embedded in this approach is our desire to maximize value through use of technological innovations and stakeholder collaboration. EMJ Construction Technology helps teams identify obstacles, eliminate unnecessary costs and capture opportunities to add value throughout the project timeline. From drone-enabled site evaluation to BIM coordination and smart facilities turnover, our technological capabilities impact EMJ projects and significantly enhance the construction experience for all project participants. EMJ's internal expertise and strategic partnerships allow us to deliver more than 20 technical applications that enhance our clients' construction experience. EMJ’s dedicated Construction Technology Team can partner with your team at any time during your project life-cycle to develop a custom package designed to achieve your project goals.
EMJ’s C2C Tech Roadmap allows our clients to plan, build, and operate their facilities more effectively.
C2C TECH ROADMAP
DECISION PHASE EMJ Smart Site Laser Scanning Existing Building Conditions 3D-Based Conceptual Estimate BIM Roadmap Planning
PLANNING PHASE Enhanced Site Logistics Planning 4D Scheduling Model-Based Quantity Analysis Life-Cycle Cost Analysis
3D Virtual Reality and Visualization
3D Model-Based Energy Analysis
EXECUTION PHASE BIM Execution Development 3D Visualization During Construction BIM-Enhanced Safety Orientations 3D Clash Detection Mobile Device Technology Field Validation with Laser Scanning 3DAs-Builts
OCCUPANCY PHASE Smart FM Delivery FM Asset Management Coordination FM Building Automation Tie In FM Drawing Maintenance
DECISION PHASE EMJ Smart Site Laser Scanning Existing Building Conditions 3D-Based Conceptual Estimate BIM Roadmap Planning
EMJ's Construction Technology tools provide enhanced insight about everything from project site conditions to operations costs of the completed facility. These improvements help teams make practical decisions such as project location and design elements that can impact project value by as much as 32%.
3D Virtual Reality and Visualization
During the due diligence process, our team delivers enhanced project understanding through the EMJ Smart Site package. These real-time visualizations allow our clients to make the most informed decisions possible. Rather than relying on outdated, inaccurate site elevation data, EMJ delivers clients real-time information that provides topographic measurements at an accuracy of up to half an inch. EMJ Smart Site
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CAPTURE • Utilize LiDAR technology and/or photogrammetry software ANALYZE • Utilize Pix 4D or similar software to analyze the data • Upload and format data • Export topographic files to CAD • Run earthwork calculations
EMJ presents project stakeholders with panoramic views and virtual topographic mapping of the construction site. The team repeats this process throughout the construction progress and presents real-time project updates to the client.
Volumetric cut and fill data can also be provided.
BENEFITS Project stakeholders’ enhanced knowledge in the earliest stages of the construction process facilitates consistent goals and understanding. Enhanced Smart Site visualization creates accurate, detailed cut and fill analysis regardless of geographic location. Visual validation of the project schedule (as it relates to billing) makes the construction process more efficient and cost-effective.
Value
Topographic data received through publicly available satellite imagery is not always up to date. Relying on this data has the potential to increase cost and risk on a project. Using EMJ Smart Site technology eliminates this risk.
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During renovations or additions to existing buildings, drawings may be unavailable or inaccurate. EMJ provides clients with vital information by using laser scanning instead of traditional surveying or hand measurement methods to create accurate, updated existing conditions drawings. Laser Scanning Existing Building Conditions
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COORDINATE • Schedule time to scan facility • Plan scanning location(s) CAPTURE • Facilitate clear lines of sight • Calibrate the laser scanning equipment to achieve the client’s goals • Scan the site PROCESS • Import into Revit or CAD software to produce drawings and 3D models
EMJ gives project stakeholders an accurate, complete set of drawings and/or 3D models that reflect current site and building conditions in the most timely and cost-effective way possible.
BENEFITS Drawings are completely accurate with no historical errors or omissions that can hinder the design process. Laser scanning is much faster and efficient than traditional surveying practices and yields better results. Accuracy far surpasses levels attained through traditional surveying. Laser scanning gives the ability to view areas that may otherwise be difficult to reach by traditional surveying methods.
Value
Accurate drawings from 3D scanning can reduce total project costs by as much as 7% and the schedule by as much as 10% on construction projects.
Erin Fallon, A Look at 3D Laser Scanning in the Construction Industry and Beyond, The Expert Report by The Rhodes Group, 2012
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EMJ works with clients to develop a project concept from infancy in order to have the confidence needed to move into the design stages of the project. Our team has the ability to transform ideas into 3D representations with cost estimates, allowing the client to determine the best path for their project. 3D-Based Conceptual Estimate
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DISCOVER Obtain project details, including type of job, square footage, initial sketches, etc. CREATE Use gathered information to create a basic, conceptual 3D model. ANALYZE Tie-in to an existing cost database to develop a rough order of magnitude (R.O.M.) cost for the project. COMPARE Present building options to compare costs and constructability.
Our team provides 3D models representing the building(s) and site layout, allowing our clients to better visualize the project. Clients also receive a real-time conceptual cost estimate of the project, which can be adjusted with design alternatives.
BENEFITS Our team provides estimates for varying project locations, designs and sizes so that all project stakeholders understand potential costs before moving into full design.
During follow-up meetings, models are adjusted and reworked to reflect new scenarios and budgets.
Value
Integrating cost data into a model reduces the time taken for quantity take-off and estimation from weeks to minutes, improves the accuracy of estimates, minimizes the incidents for disputes from ambiguities in CAD data, and allows cost consultants to spend more time on value improvement.
Peter Smith, BIM & the 5D Project Cost Manager, Procedia - Social and Behavioral Sciences, 2014
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Building Information Modeling (BIM) spans the lifecycle of a construction project. It enables clients to visualize final working buildings and the layers of the construction process. EMJ teams use BIM to identify potential project obstacles and enable operational efficiency. It is imperative to hold the BIM Roadmap Planning Meeting early in the project lifecycle so that all opportunities are captured. BIM Roadmap Planning
ACTION DISCOVER Meet to collectively determine BIM uses and goals for the project. Participants include: • Estimators • Project management team • Developer
RESULT
A collaborative BIM Execution Plan provides clear direction, responsibilities and resource requirements, which guide the team to achieve the project’s goals. The EMJ team creates customized contract exhibits for designers and subcontractors, ensuring the BIM-related deliverables are achievable. This information provides a solid foundation for the BIM process as the project moves forward.
• Architect • Engineer • Facility manager • Owner
BENEFITS Comprehensive BIM roadmap planning early in the project allows stakeholders to utilize all components of BIM to their full potential.
The process ensures transparency so that all parties are clear as to roles and responsibilities moving forward.
Clients may opt to use BIM turnover or facilities management components, if addressed in early decision phase BIM planning.
Value Large construction firms have seen a 5% decrease or more in final construction costs through use of BIM-enabled workflows. This is only achievable if planned early in the project life cycle.
McGraw Hill Construction, SmartMarket Brief: BIM Advancements 01, 2015
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3D-based visualization, 3D-printed models, virtual reality headsets or other tools are integrated to assist in important design decisions during collaborative meetings with all project stakeholders. 3D Virtual Reality and Visualization
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CREATE Develop a conceptual model that incorporates potential design details, structural elements and jobsite specifications. PREPARE Determine the best medium for conveying the model, such as a 3D-printed model, virtual reality glasses, or an augmented reality setup. SHARE Present the model to all project stakeholders as a visual talking point and decision-making tool.
3D visuals provide additional details for consideration regarding conceptual design options so that a client can proceed into the design phase with confidence.
BENEFITS Enhanced visualization ensures that all parties are aligned with a consistent understanding of the structure, design choices, aesthetics, and reasoning behind these decisions.
Value
Virtual reality will speed up the decision making process thanks to improved communication and instant feedback from all parties involved: owners, architects, engineers, end-users, and general and specialty contractors.
eSub Construction Software, esub.com , 2016
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PLANNING PHASE Enhanced Site Logistics Planning 4D Scheduling Model-Based Quantity Analysis Life-Cycle Cost Analysis
Decisions made in the planning phase of a
construction project can impact up to 65% of the project’s value. Construction technology during this phase encourages advanced analysis on all decisions, which impact not only construction costs but also operations costs.
3D Model-Based Energy Analysis
Logistics plans outline the locations and traffic patterns of jobsite equipment, materials and temporary infrastructure. Instead of traditional, flat 2D site logistics plans, EMJ provides 3D model-based graphics during the bidding stage as well as the project planning stage. These graphics show all roads, fences, laydown, cranes, and more, and our team collaborates with all project stakeholders in the process. Enhanced Site Logistics Planning
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CREATE EMJ creates a 3D building model to best represent the project parameters. VISUALIZE EMJ geo-locates the project and adds critical information such as: • Surrounding roads and buildings • Cranes or other construction equipment • Jobsite trailers, fencing, dumpsters, and portable toilets • Traffic patterns, ingress/egress plans • Safety information INTERACT & ANALYZE EMJ facilitates visual interaction with the entire project team, which allows each team member to use their unique expertise in the planning of project details.
EMJ builds a site logistics plan for the project that is comprehensive and inclusive of the requirements and expectations of all parties. By delivering high- quality image snapshots and hosting interactive meetings, we assure clients that due diligence has taken place in regard to the planning of the construction site logistics.
BENEFITS Realistic 3D graphics provide clear depictions of project layouts, which result in streamlined construction sites. Site logistics planning can aid in phasing, sequencing, safety, and efficiency, as well as minimizing disruptions to existing occupants and adjacent neighbors.
Value 82% of US-based Contractors consider BIM activities to be a top pre-construction activity.
McGraw Hill Construction, Business Value of BIM for Construction in Global Markets, 2014
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Traditional project schedule documents can be complex and subjective based on the reader. By merging the 3D model with project schedule activities, the planned construction sequence comes to life through 3D images and videos. Many clients find value in using this visual scheduling technique in conjunction with traditional project scheduling techniques. 4D Scheduling
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CREATE EMJ obtains or creates both a detailed 3D model and a project schedule showing the proposed sequence of construction. VISUALIZE Objects within the 3D model are linked to the schedule activities using an associative database software. Once linked, the result can be played to show a step-by-step construction sequence of the planned building. INTERACT & ANALYZE The team plays the sequence for all team members in an interactive setting which encourages informed decisions in the planning process.
EMJ shares information with jobsite staff and subcontractors to visually communicate expectations. The team can use the 4D study as a one-time exercise at the beginning of the job, or it can be updated incrementally as the project progresses.
BENEFITS The process removes ambiguity of the project schedule and all parties are held accountable for their work.
Alternate schedules are quickly visualized and analyzed.
Project stakeholders participate in schedule reduction suggestions while viewing the 4D schedule video in an interactive setting.
Value
In a survey of construction industry professionals, over 300 respondents reported an average schedule slippage of 3.64% on their construction projects.
Charles Pankow Institute and Construction Industry Institute, Examining the Role of Integration in the Success of Building Construction Projects, 2014
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One of the most time-consuming and laborious tasks of a construction project is estimating quantities of materials. By extracting quantity takeoff information directly from the 3D model, EMJ’s estimating and pre-construction teams quickly back-check their quantities, resulting in highly accurate pricing information. Model-Based Quantity Analysis
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CREATE EMJ obtains or creates a 3D model of the project with as much detail as needed by our pre-construction team depending on the project type. ANALYZE & INTERACT • Extract quantities • Organize data and group and sort in a way that is meaningful for viewer • View 3D model to see exactly where materials take place in the design • Track design and understand variances from last design submission
Once the project is uploaded, team members utilize exported spreadsheets with quantity information and 3D models of each part of the building. As objects are selected on the quantity takeoff spreadsheet, they are automatically highlighted on the 3D model so that the user can visualize exactly where objects are located in the design.
BENEFITS This method validates hand-takeoffs and increases accuracy, and overall project costs are kept in check. EMJ is able to analyze the project design faster and more accurately each time a new design iteration is received.
Value
Stanford University’s Center for Integrated Facilities Engineering showed that BIM provided for a 40% reduction of unbudgeted changes.
Penn State, BIM Planning Guide For Facility Owners, June 2013
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Traditionally, construction companies build simply based on specifications. At EMJ, we analyze targeted equipment or materials in order to provide our clients with options so that they can make informed long-term decisions. We take into account not only material and installation costs, but also warranty periods, maintenance costs and lifespan replacement costs. Life-Cycle Cost Analysis
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DISCOVER Our team searches for and researches value-creating opportunities in the building’s design and specifications. EMJ facilitates industry research and pulls from historical project data in order to formulate options for each value opportunity. ANALYZE & INTERACT Each option is monetized with a life-cycle cost formula applied for easy comparison. Choices are summarized, quantified, and communicated back into the design documents to be incorporated prior to construction.
EMJ delivers a deep cost-analysis for each phase of construction. Through interactive meetings, project stakeholders are informed of life-cycle cost information in order to make the best choices for their project goals.
BENEFITS The process reduces the cost of building ownership in areas such as warranty, maintenance, and replacement of equipment and materials. Clients move into the construction phase with confidence due to full transparency of options from all team members during the design and planning stages.
Value
Initial design and construction accounts for less than 20% of the total building life-cycle costs.
The National Institute of Building Sciences, Whole Building Design Guide, 2016
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As the global economy trends toward sustainable infrastructure, construction projects should reflect those priorities as well. Today, EMJ can calculate building energy consumption based on orientation and layout, building materials, and mechanical equipment. Using this data during the planning phase impacts the construction process as well as the completed facility’s operations costs for years to come. 3D Model-Based Energy Analysis
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DISCOVER Meet with project stakeholders to determine: • Project Parameters • Building location and orientation • Building envelope materials • Energy usage goals, LEED, etc. • MEP Equipment requirements or needs ANALYZE & INTERACT
EMJ delivers a comprehensive energy analysis package for all design and planning components. Clients can make informed decisions about the building design, orientation, and location, all of which can have long-term cost implications.
Run model-based studies such as: • Shadow or Sunlight Analysis • Daylighting Studies • Building Envelope Analysis • LEED Rating Recommendations
BENEFITS An energy analysis provides the opportunity to make design decisions that can reduce operations costs of a facility for years to come. Costly change-orders during construction are minimized when energy and building envelope options are addressed early in the planning stage. Value Energy performance in buildings is the result of a complex set of interrelationships among the external environment. Building optimization,
achieving the greatest possible energy efficiency and environmental soundness with the least expenditure of resources, requires an understanding of these interrelationships.
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Utilizing technologies such as 3D Clash Detection and laser scanning in the Execution Phase of a project streamlines the construction process and enhances efficiency for all project stakeholders.
EXECUTION PHASE BIMExecutionDevelopment 3DVisualization DuringConstruction BIM-Enhanced Safety Orientations 3DClashDetection MobileDevice Technology FieldValidationwith Laser Scanning 3DAs-Builts
Detailing how a construction project will engage with BIM technology is crucial. In order to maximize value, accountability, and results, EMJ develops a detailed BIM Execution Plan to connect the needs of all project stakeholders. Our team partners with subcontractors to ensure that project BIM goals are clear, and provides consulting, training, and collaborative planning early in the Execution Phase of projects. BIM Execution Development
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DISCOVER AND CREATE When EMJ partners with clients later in the project life-cycle—after design or in a hard bid scenario—our team gathers project parameters and creates a BIM Execution Plan to implement necessary actions needed for BIM tasks during the project.
EMJ delivers a comprehensive BIM Execution Plan. EMJ crafts and publishes contract documents necessary for execution of BIM goals such as contract BIM exhibits, inclusion of BIM activities into the project schedule, and more.
BENEFITS EMJ clients realize lower costs of facility management software during building operation. Open discourse early in the process achieves team’s goals with little waste or rework required. All project participants (EMJ, Subcontractors, Designers, Clients) have a better chance of achieving project BIM goals since the details are clearly spelled out and communicated early in the process. This ultimately leads to lower costs and reduced project delays, which benefit everyone involved.
Value
“Time and again, our research has demonstrated that BIM is most valuable as a means to enhance collaboration,” said Steve Jones, Senior Director of Industry Insights at Dodge Data & Analytics.
Dodge Data & Analytics: Study Finds BIM Offers Substantial Benefits for Construction Industry, construction.com, 2015
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Complex building systems and modern designs can be difficult to understand when depicted in 2D drawings. EMJ produces 3D visualization packages for clients that allow their projects to come to life. 3D Visualization During Construction
BENEFITS Since the project is visualized from the start, potential issues are addressed and resolved before they are put into action. This saves both time and money. By combining 2D and 3D data, Integrated Work Plans help project teams and subcontractors comprehensively understand the design in order to build with confidence. Clients see spatial relationships and occupant interaction details as well as aesthetic and building function elements. ACTION CREATE EMJ utilizes existing design 3D models or creates the 3D content from the contract drawings. INTEGRATE EMJ combines 2D content (drawings, specifications, product data) and 3D content to make more useful Integrated Work Plans (IWP). SHARE These files are prepared to be distributed and used by project team members.
RESULT EMJ delivers
imagery and video walkthroughs that make project visualization easy for the team.
Value
Leveraging BIM to improve collaboration with owners and design firms is listed among the top BIM benefits by 35% of contractors.
McGraw Hill Construction, Business Value of BIM for Construction in Global Markets, 2014
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The health and safety of our field staff is paramount, and enhancing our safety training through technology is key to our success. BIM-Enhanced Safety Orientations explain site safety in a visual way, cultivating a better understanding of risks and how to proactively address them. BIM-Enhanced Safety Orientations
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CREATE EMJ creates or expands on existing 3D models of the project to include not only the building and the site but also safety features that may be required. PLAN EMJ adds rich safety content to the 3D models, including:
EMJ delivers still-shot image and video content to clients and places content in job trailer safety orientation settings for subcontractors.
• Temporary guard-rail locations • Emergency egress zone locations • Scaffold locations • Designated caution areas on the jobsite
• Covered walkways or other public safety measures • Housekeeping and project cleanliness requirements SHARE The team holds collaborative working sessions while creating models to ensure that all aspects of jobsite and public safety are noted.
BENEFITS Project participants have a better understanding of safety requirements from the start. 3D images and videos ensure that understanding of safety requirements is not hindered by language barriers commonly seen in our industry today.
Value
OSHA statistics show that out of 4,251 worker fatalities in 2014, 20.5% were construction-related.
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The coordination of complex building systems can be difficult to visualize using 2D drawings. EMJ’s 3D clash detection process analyzes building models and locates potential conflicts, enabling the project team to resolve them before they become expensive problems. 3D Clash Detection
ACTION CREATE EMJ utilizes existing design 3D models or creates 3D content from contract drawings. INTEGRATE Trades complete their shop drawings in 3D, including: • Structural Concrete/Steel • Mechanical Ductwork • Mechanical Plumbing • Electrical • Fire Protection • Sitework Each piece is then overlaid to create a multi-trade, federated model. SHARE EMJ acts as the central coordinator by facilitating clash detection and resolving conflicts prior to construction.
RESULT By facilitating the
clash detection meeting process, EMJ assures that each trade performs their part on the project, drastically reducing errors often caused by lack of collaboration.
BENEFITS Tradework is completed with limited conflicts, resulting in a shorter and less expensive construction process. Various trades can work in vaccuums without communicating between one another. By implementing 3D clash detection, our team assures that each trade collaborates and avoids potential errors.
82% of contractors pinpoint Trade Coordination as being their #1 BIM use. Value McGraw Hill Construction, Business Value of BIM for Construction in Global Markets, 2014
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Managing construction documents while on the jobsite can be frustrating and inefficient for project stakeholders. EMJ reduces waste by enabling mobile-device environments and workflows which enhances the experience of all involved and makes real-time collaboration simple. Mobile Device Field Technology
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DISCOVER EMJ develops a custom mobile device plan for the project based on the project’s complexity and size. IMPLEMENT The EMJ team sets up mobile devices and connectivity ecosystems for the project based on the unique needs of each project, and we assemble apps, data, and connection workflows on site. TRAIN EMJ provides all training in order for project participants to enhance their construction experience through mobile use.
Team members use their training, resources, and custom array of devices to increase efficiency and collaboration.
BENEFITS All project stakeholders collaborate remotely with real-time data.
Employees on the job site may access data at any time instead of making trips to and from the office.
Value
Moving BIM from the office to the project site is considered highly important by 61% of contractors who are highly engaged in BIM activities.
McGraw Hill Construction, Business Value of BIM for Construction in Global Markets , 2014
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EMJ uses laser scanning technology to validate that field installation is occurring within the specified tolerances throughout the course of construction. This process leads to a high-quality project and reduces risks of early warranty callbacks and construction failure issues. Field Validation with Laser Scanning
ACTION DISCOVER
RESULT EMJ delivers laser scan results to the client which depict real- time, accurate representations of the work at hand. Reports include recommended solutions or measurements for corrective action so that clients can quickly and easily resolve these issues.
EMJ meets with project stakeholders to determine the areas of concern, timelines and locations where laser scanning would be beneficial. CAPTURE Laser scanning captures conditions, including: • Steel, to determine if deflection has taken place • Concrete slabs, for flatness/depressions • MEP installation locations ANALYZE & INTERACT Laser scan data is overlaid on CAD files or 3D models to determine whether or not installation is acceptable.
BENEFITS Field tolerances and locations of installed equipment are verified at appropriate times during construction, and any installation errors can be corrected before they turn into costly issues at the end of the job or beyond.
Laser scan data can provide accurate measurements minimizing cost overruns.
Value
Rework costs—including labor, materials, equipment and subcontractors— can run from 2% to 20% of a project’s total contract amount.
Paula Moore, ENR Contractor Business Quarterly, 2012
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Construction documents are routinely marked-up by hand and turned over in the form of as-built drawing sets, which are of little use to clients after a project is complete. EMJ creates 3D as-built models representing real conditions for each trade. This process lays the groundwork for clients to engage in long-term facility and asset management planning in the most efficient, modern way possible. 3D As-Builts
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DISCOVER EMJ meets with the client and facility managers early in the execution phase to define goals and expectations for the end of the job. Designers and subcontractors are notified with contractual terms, if necessary, so that correct as-built delivery can take place. PREPARE As the end of the project approaches, EMJ assures that all information to be turned over is comprehensive and accurate to include: • Trade coordination results • Shop drawing results • As-built conditions verified through laser scanning or other means • MEP room equipment locations reflected accurately
EMJ delivers a fully-validated 2D redline and 3D as-built package to the client. Project stakeholders are confident that the final documents reflect real conditions, positioning the client for facility management software decisions as they occupy and begin to operate their building.
BENEFITS The facility management (FM) team is provided accurate, data-rich 3D model and enhanced knowledge that assists them in preparing the facility for operation. This process saves the FM team countless man-hours of data entry and drawing creation.
Value
The BIM Planning Guide for Facility Owners (Version 2.0) identifies seven distinct BIM uses during the operation stage of a building’s life-cycle: data commissioning, performance monitoring, systems control, space tracking, asset management, maintenance management, and scenario forecasting.
Penn State, BIM Planning Guide For Facility Owners, June 2013
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EMJ’s services don’t end with the completion of a project; the quality of our structures serves clients for years to come. EMJ’s Construction Technology aids client operations through customized facilities management (FM) systems that assist in maintaining equipment and troubleshooting problems.
OCCUPANCY PHASE Smart FM Delivery FM Asset Management Coordination FM Building Automation Tie In FM Drawing Maintenance
After construction, most clients receive a set of paper documents which are stored in cumbersome filing systems in their facilities management (FM) offices. EMJ uses the BIM process to mold a custom FM package for our clients, which can include user-friendly database systems accessible through barcode systems, allowing them to access maintenance data at their fingertips. Smart FM Delivery
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DISCOVER EMJ evaluates project requirements and client needs to determine end goals and a plan of action. PREPARE EMJ facilitates the following activities: • Collection and preparation of as-built models for each trade
EMJ delivers a smart FM delivery package that allows for the client’s FM teams to quickly and efficiently access digital data, perform basic maintenance tasks, and more effectively plan for future expansion opportunities.
• Preparation of FM-friendly floor plans • Data integration (COBie and other) • Publishing associative barcode and QR code stickers DELIVER • Mobilization and implementation of Smart FM system • Training provided as necessary • Maintenance of FM system for client
BENEFITS Unlike filing systems, data is easily accessible at the client’s fingertips. The system can be scaled to the needs of the FM team (how much data, cloud-based or server-based, mobile device options, etc.)
Value
Government statistics indicate that the inefficient management of facility documentation costs Facility Managers over $14 billion dollars a year.
John Mulcahey, How to Bring Facility Information into the 21st Century, Buildings.com, 2015
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Buildings are a complex web of materials and equipment that need attention and maintenance for optimal use. Asset management software allows facility managers to keep track of work orders, maintenance schedules, personnel occupancy data, and more. EMJ facilitates the delivery of this system for clients in order to enhance their facility management capabilities. FM Asset Management Integration
ACTION DISCOVER
RESULT EMJ delivers a FM Asset Management System package that allows for a client’s Facility Management team to track and take action on assets within the building.
PREPARE • Data entry is facilitated by EMJ • EMJ procures and initializes a software package utilizing the client’s data DELIVER • Mobilization and implementation of Asset Management System • Training provided as necessary • Maintenance of Asset Management System for client
EMJ facilitates interactive discovery sessions with the facility management team to determine what package best fits end goals. Goals often include: • Space management and reservation • Asset management, portfolio management • Move management • Maintenance, work orders
BENEFITS Facility Managers report a drastic reduction in equipment maintenance oversights and issues associated with maintenance schedules. The functionality of the system is fully customizable and can be scaled to the needs of the FM team, giving greater flexibility.
Value
Through the utilization of facility management technology, organizations save an average of 3.3% in maintenance costs and 5% in total cost of occupancy, according to a 2014 report by the Gartner Group.
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Operation of buildings is often laden with waste and inefficiency. By making real-time building automation system information accessible, facility managers can pinpoint issues and address them before they become costly. EMJ facilitates the tie-in of building automation systems to mobile software which enhances both the effectiveness of facility managers and comfort of occupants alike. FM Building Automation Tie In
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DISCOVER EMJ determines which aspects of the building automation system need to be accessible. TRACK Automation systems monitor the following in real-time: • HVAC air speed, pressure, temperature, and humidity • Electricity usage • Water pressure, flow, and temperature
• Mechanical room equipment efficiency and operating data • Security system settings and notifications Building data can be viewed: • By area of building (HVAC zones, electrical circuits) • By room of building • By floor of building • By occupant type • On mobile device in real-time or computer • Through standard reports that are scheduled and sent out
EMJ delivers the ability to view building operation data in real-time which allows for quick response time and targeted remediation efforts at the root of the issue.
BENEFITS Facility Managers can pinpoint HVAC and electrical problems in real-time at the exact area of occurrence. Remediation efforts are customized based on the hard facts (data is used to accurately formulate the best solution every time).
Occupants are more comfortable and safer in an environment that is monitored.
Value
In 2014, the Natural Resources Defense Council reported a 13.2% reduction of electricity use by using real-time energy management systems.
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Building owners often find it taxing to make changes to drawings as changes occur over time, which leave plans outdated and inaccurate. EMJ ensures that clients’ drawings and 3D models are maintained and reflect current conditions. Updated drawings are invaluable once the building is ready to embark on a renovation or addition project. FM Drawing Maintenance
ACTION DISCOVER
RESULT EMJ maintains accurate and information-rich drawings and 3D models for the client throughout the facility’s operation.
EMJ facilitates interactive discovery sessions with the facility management team to determine which areas of the building need updated drawings. The team pays careful attention to the drawings, which formats are desired, etc. PRODUCE EMJ’s team uses a number of methods to obtain accurate dimensions and information to include: • Laser Scanning • Field Measurement • Hand Drawings
BENEFITS Drawings and information are up-to-date and reflective of current conditions.
Value Newwork is easily and accurately visualized by project stakeholders. Decision Phase work can begin andmay include: • Conceptual model-based estimating • Life-cycle cost analysis • Energy analysis • Project Visualization A Building Information Model (BIM) is a bottomless filing cabinet for information, says Peter Strazdas, Associate Vice President Facilities Management at Western Michigan University.
How to Use BIM in Facilities Management, facilitiesnet.com, 2011
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