BIM – Building Information Modeling in Stage Technology
BIM Planning for Stage Technology
The abbreviation BIM stands for Building Information Modeling. It describes a digital method for planning, executing, and managing construction projects. Compared to conventional 2D planning, the BIM method offers many advantages in stage technology: components are precisely located, relevant information is linked to the objects, and systems can be coordinated very efficiently within the overall project. Especially installations of stage machinery—such as working galleries, maintenance catwalks, and grid and roller floors—occupy a lot of space and often form supporting structures for other components. Therefore, modeling stage technology components within the overall building model is important.
Stage Technology Discipline Model in IFC Format
The BIM discipline model for stage technology contains, depending on the project scope, coordinated individual models of the sub-areas: stage machinery, stage lighting, and media technology. The model is delivered in IFC format to the BIM overall coordinator, who integrates it with the BIM models of other project participants to create a complete model.
Stage Technology in Existing Buildings
For BIM projects in existing buildings, a discipline model of the existing structure must first be created. In some cases, parts of the stage technology—frequently the steel structures—are to be retained. It is important that these components are also included in the BIM existing model.
Collision Detection for Stage Technology
The BIM method is particularly suitable for collision detection of technical components. In theater spaces with high installation density, collisions can be detected and resolved early in the planning process. Special software tools allow BIM discipline models to be combined and checked against each other. Detected collisions can be annotated and digitally shared, coordinated, and resolved.
Benefits in Stage Technology
Cultural buildings involve many stakeholders. BIM offers numerous advantages:
- Improved collaboration and more efficient planning, especially in areas with high installation density, such as the stage tower
- Transparent decision-making and tracking of changes: coordination of changes is well documented, facilitating decision-making
- Cost savings: collisions and errors are detected and resolved early, preventing costly rework and redesign at later stages