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Designing HVAC systems for a hospital

Ensuring optimal airflow, temperature control, and air quality to meet strict healthcare standards.

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Import architectural model of the hospital into MagiCAD.

Define heating and cooling loads based on room types and occupancy.

Design ductwork and select air handling units based on calculated loads.

Perform airflow calculations to ensure proper ventilation.

Run clash detection to identify and resolve conflicts with other building systems.

Generate construction drawings and bills of materials for installation.

Planning complex piping networks for an industrial facility

Optimizing pipe routing and sizing to minimize pressure drops and ensure efficient fluid flow.

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Import architectural model of the industrial facility into MagiCAD.

Define process requirements, including fluid types, flow rates, and pressures.

Design pipe networks, including pumps, valves, and fittings.

Perform hydraulic calculations to ensure proper pressure and flow.

Run clash detection to identify and resolve conflicts with other building systems.

Generate isometric drawings and bills of materials for fabrication and installation.

Modeling electrical systems for a commercial office building

Ensuring reliable power distribution, lighting, and fire alarm systems that meet building codes and safety standards.

VIEW EXECUTION STEPS

Import architectural model of the office building into MagiCAD.

Define electrical loads for lighting, equipment, and outlets.

Design power distribution systems, including switchboards, panels, and circuits.

Perform voltage drop calculations to ensure proper power quality.

Run clash detection to identify and resolve conflicts with other building systems.

Generate single-line diagrams and bills of materials for installation.

Designing sprinkler systems for a high-rise residential building

Ensuring adequate fire suppression coverage and compliance with NFPA standards.

VIEW EXECUTION STEPS

Import architectural model of the residential building into MagiCAD.

Define sprinkler head locations based on occupancy and fire hazards.

Design pipe networks, including risers, branches, and sprinkler heads.

Perform hydraulic calculations to ensure proper water flow and pressure.

Run clash detection to identify and resolve conflicts with other building systems.

Generate hydraulic calculation reports and bills of materials for installation.

Renovating an existing building's MEP systems

Updating outdated MEP systems to meet current building codes and energy efficiency standards while minimizing disruption to occupants.

VIEW EXECUTION STEPS

Scan the existing building to create a point cloud model.

Import the point cloud model into MagiCAD.

Model the existing MEP systems based on the point cloud data.

Design new MEP systems, taking into account the existing infrastructure.

Perform calculations and clash detection to ensure proper integration.

Generate phased construction drawings to minimize disruption during installation.

Optimizing energy performance of a building with MagiCAD

Reducing energy consumption and costs while maintaining occupant comfort.

VIEW EXECUTION STEPS

Import the building model into MagiCAD.

Define building materials and HVAC system parameters.

Perform energy simulations to identify areas for improvement.

Evaluate different design options, such as improved insulation or more efficient HVAC equipment.

Select the optimal design based on energy savings and cost-effectiveness.

Generate reports to demonstrate the energy performance improvements.

About MagiCAD

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Integrated Calculation Tools

Intelligent Object Libraries

Clash Detection and Conflict Resolution

BIM Collaboration Format (BCF) Integration

IFC Support and Interoperability

Detailed Reporting and Documentation

Use Cases

Designing HVAC systems for a hospital

Planning complex piping networks for an industrial facility

Modeling electrical systems for a commercial office building

Designing sprinkler systems for a high-rise residential building

Renovating an existing building's MEP systems

Optimizing energy performance of a building with MagiCAD

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