Sector
Construction
Scope
Electrical MEPF BIM Modeling
Cable Trays
Electrical Closets
All Electrical Elements
Location
Israel
Deliverables
Electrical - LOD 350 BIM Model
3D DWG Files
Accuracy Report
About The Project
As part of a larger project for the Apple Office Building in Israel, this phase focused on developing a precise as-built BIM model for the electrical systems. Commissioned by an Israeli-based construction company, the goal was to verify the accuracy of the electrical infrastructure and provide essential documentation for facility management and compliance. Spanning 250K SF (23K square meters), the project involved full architectural BIM modeling with a focus on electrical components.
Using LIDAR scan data, we modeled cable trays, electrical closets, and all distribution elements. The deliverables included an electrical LOD 350 as-built BIM model, 3D DWG files, and an accuracy report, equipping Apple with essential tools for future maintenance and system optimization. Electrical systems are the backbone of modern buildings, ensuring seamless operation, energy distribution, and integration with other critical MEPF components. This project ensured Apple’s facility adhered to the highest standards by delivering a detailed BIM model of the electrical distribution and cable management systems.
Our work was divided into two phases:
1. Modeling the as-built conditions from scratch – we developed a comprehensive LOD 350 as-built BIM model that incorporated architectural layouts and all existing electrical components, ensuring the infrastructure was accurately represented.
2. Electrical system detailed comparison – As-Built vs. Design - upon completion of the model, we compared it to the original design plans. Each element was evaluated and classified by its alignment and accuracy according to the described worksets in the legend.
This electrical system classification gave Apple clear insights into discrepancies, allowing for early detection and resolution of deviations. The accurate electrical as-built BIM model supports ongoing facility management, efficient maintenance, and long-term operational reliability.
Project Challenges & Deliverables
The Apple Office Building electrical modeling phase presented several challenges that required precision and expertise to ensure accurate system representation and connectivity. A significant challenge was the cable trays, which were distributed across three different height layers. This layering complicated identification and mapping during the modeling process. Our team carefully analyzed the scans, cross-referencing visible data with the design intent to ensure that each tray was correctly placed and fully integrated into the model.
Another complexity was the large volume of electrical elements captured in the scans, numbering in the thousands. Accurately identifying, categorizing, and modeling each element required meticulous attention to detail and an organized, systematic approach to avoid errors and omissions in the final BIM model.
The reflective nature of the above-drop-ceiling scans further complicated the process, with metal components causing distortion in the LIDAR data. Our team applied advanced filtering techniques to clean the scans and reconstruct a coherent point cloud, ensuring the data was reliable for modeling.
Additionally, non-continuous systems caused by restricted access to certain areas resulted in gaps within the electrical infrastructure. By analyzing the overall system layout and applying professional judgment, we completed missing sections to create a fully continuous and operational model. By addressing these challenges, we delivered an accurate and fully integrated electrical BIM model that supports ongoing facility management, system maintenance, and long-term operational efficiency for Apple’s office building.
The Apple Office Building electrical modeling phase presented several challenges that required precision and expertise to ensure accurate system representation and connectivity. A significant challenge was the cable trays, which were distributed across three different height layers. This layering complicated identification and mapping during the modeling process. Our team carefully analyzed the scans, cross-referencing visible data with the design intent to ensure that each tray was correctly placed and fully integrated into the model.
Another complexity was the large volume of electrical elements captured in the scans, numbering in the thousands. Accurately identifying, categorizing, and modeling each element required meticulous attention to detail and an organized, systematic approach to avoid errors and omissions in the final BIM model.
The reflective nature of the above-drop-ceiling scans further complicated the process, with metal components causing distortion in the LIDAR data. Our team applied advanced filtering techniques to clean the scans and reconstruct a coherent point cloud, ensuring the data was reliable for modeling.
Additionally, non-continuous systems caused by restricted access to certain areas resulted in gaps within the electrical infrastructure. By analyzing the overall system layout and applying professional judgment, we completed missing sections to create a fully continuous and operational model. By addressing these challenges, we delivered an accurate and fully integrated electrical BIM model that supports ongoing facility management, system maintenance, and long-term operational efficiency for Apple’s office building.
