Potential and Limitations of BIM in Designing Fire Sprinkler System: An Expert’s Perspective

9 pages•Published: May 26, 2024

Nooshin Ahmadi, Sushmit Sharma Bhattarai and Hyunhwan Kim

Abstract

This research investigates the influence of Building Information Modeling (BIM) on the design of fire sprinkler systems, particularly in alignment with NFPA 13 requirements. Globally, fires result in significant human and property losses, emphasizing the need for effective fire prevention measures. Fire sprinkler systems, governed by stringent NFPA regulations, play a pivotal role in mitigating these losses. With the advent of BIM in the architecture, engineering, and construction (AEC) industry, questions arise regarding its efficacy in aiding the design and installation of these systems. Through a questionnaire survey targeting professionals in the field, this study seeks to understand the current capabilities and limitations of BIM in this context. Preliminary findings indicate a strong endorsement of BIM's role in 3D modeling and conflict detection. However, challenges persist in areas like sprinkler type selection and compliance with specific NFPA 13 rules. The research underscores the need for further advancements in BIM to better support fire sprinkler system design, ultimately aiming to enhance fire prevention and safety.

Keyphrases: bim, fire sprinkler systems, limitation, nfpa 13

In: Tom Leathem, Wes Collins and Anthony Perrenoud (editors). Proceedings of 60th Annual Associated Schools of Construction International Conference, vol 5, pages 957-965.

Links:	https://easychair.org/publications/paper/GsKN
	https://doi.org/10.29007/q862

BibTeX entry

@inproceedings{ASC2024:Potential_Limitations_BIM_Designing,
  author    = {Nooshin Ahmadi and Sushmit Sharma Bhattarai and Hyunhwan Kim},
  title     = {Potential and Limitations of BIM in Designing Fire Sprinkler System: An Expert’s Perspective},
  booktitle = {Proceedings of 60th Annual Associated Schools of Construction International Conference},
  editor    = {Tom Leathem and Wes Collins and Anthony Perrenoud},
  series    = {EPiC Series in Built Environment},
  volume    = {5},
  publisher = {EasyChair},
  bibsource = {EasyChair, https://easychair.org},
  issn      = {2632-881X},
  url       = {/publications/paper/GsKN},
  doi       = {10.29007/q862},
  pages     = {957-965},
  year      = {2024}}

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