Solibri isn’t just a clash detection tool- it’s a quality-first solution designed to analyze every component of a model using rule-based logic, standards compliance and intelligent automation. From design to delivery, Solibri ensures your building models are truly buildable.

What Makes Solibri Essential for Your BIM Workflow?

Unlike basic clash detection tools, Solibri delivers an intelligent rule-based checking system that dives deep into model logic, geometry and data structure- far beyond simple visuals. It ensures that every component of your model complies with industry standards, project requirements and regulatory codes.

Core Features Include:

• Rule-Based Model Checking: Detect design issues, code violations and coordinationproblems early- before they become costly.

• Information Takeoff: Extract reliable quantities and data for estimation, scheduling andreporting with accuracy.

• BIM Coordination Tools: Seamless issue management with BCF support and easy teamcommunication across platforms.

• OpenBIM Interoperability: Built on IFC standards, Solibri works with any BIM softwareno data lock-ins or file format constraints.

• Configurable Rulesets: Tailor your quality checks to match national standards orproject-specific guidelines.

Whether you’re working on residential developments, commercial buildings, infrastructure projects or public facilities- Solibri helps you identify issues early, reduce risks and deliver better buildings.

Built for the Entire BIM Workflow

Whether you’re a designer looking to validate models before delivery, a general contractor planning construction sequencing, or an owner ensuring data deliverables meet asset management needs- Solibri provides insights that lead to better decisions and higher-quality outcomes.

Who Uses Solibri?

Solibri is used by architects, engineers, contractors, developers and government bodies worldwide. Whether you’re validating an architectural model, performing a constructability review, or managing project delivery across teams, Solibri ensures a consistent, compliant and coordinated outcome.

Tailored for Every Role

Solibri offers flexible solutions designed for different needs:

• Solibri Anywhere – Free viewer for accessing and reviewing models.

• Solibri Site – For field professionals needing quality control and issue tracking on-site.

• Solibri Office – The full-featured model checking and analysis suite.

• Solibri Enterprise – Scalable, enterprise-grade solution for large firms with centralized project governance.

Solibri by the Numbers

• 14 million hours used this year

• 2.5 billion issues resolved

• 99 countries using Solibri

These numbers speak for themselves. Solibri is transforming how the world builds, with measurable impact on model quality and project efficiency.

Start Your Projects with Confidence

Explore how Solibri can transform the way you check and coordinate BIM models- whether you’re an architect reviewing design compliance, an engineer managing multidisciplinary coordination or a contractor verifying construction readiness. With advanced toolsets, customizable rules and smooth integration across your software ecosystem, Solibri gives you the insight and control you need to build it right the first time.

Have a BIM project in mind?

Schedule a demo or speak with our expert team to see how Solibri fits into your workflow. Whether you’re just starting your BIM journey or looking to optimize your current QA/QC process, we’re here to help.

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 In today’s fast-paced AEC industry, accuracy, collaboration, and documentation control can make or break a project. Whether you’re an architect designing complex facades, a structural engineer reviewing shop drawings, or a contractor navigating site changes, having the right tools for document markup, revision tracking, and team communication is non-negotiable.

This is where Bluebeam shines.

Developed specifically for AEC professionals and trusted by over 3 million users worldwide, Bluebeam Revu and Bluebeam Cloud help teams streamline design review, perform accurate takeoffs, manage submittals, and collaborate in real time — all within a PDF environment built for construction.

What is Bluebeam?

Bluebeam is more than a PDF editor – it’s a comprehensive digital collaboration platform tailored for the design and construction industry. With powerful desktop and cloud-based tools, Bluebeam supports AEC workflows from design to execution, all while keeping teams connected and projects on track.

AEC Workflows: From Concept to Completion

Bluebeam supports the entire project lifecycle:

1. Concept Phase

• Overlay early schematic layouts to evaluate design options.

• Share conceptual plans with clients and stakeholders via Studio Sessions.

• Markup directly on PDFs with design notes, dimensions or sketches.

2. Design & Review Phase

• Combine and organize drawing sets with hyperlinks and custom bookmarks.

• Use measurement tools for precise takeoffs (area, length, volume, etc.).

• Link PDFs to Excel to generate automated material schedules.

• Collaborate live with multiple users, with changes logged and tracked.

3. Execution & Construction Phase

• Open 2D or 3D PDFs on site with tablets -no printed sheets required.

• Assign punch items and track field issues with photos and markups.

• Monitor project progress and compare versions using the overlay and compare features.

• Share finalized submittals, RFIs, and reports in a centralized, cloud-based location.

Bluebeam Studio: Real-Time Collaboration for Every Role

Bluebeam Studio enables secure, real-time collaboration for all stakeholders – architects, engineers, consultants, clients and contractors – without relying on emails or shared drives.

• Studio Projects

A cloud-based repository where teams store and manage files throughout the project lifecycle.

• Studio Sessions

Live review sessions where multiple users can markup a document simultaneously – perfect for design reviews, coordination meetings or punch list management.

Key Technical Features for AEC Professionals

Here’s what makes Bluebeam the ultimate PDF solution for technical workflows:

1) Markup Tools for Precision Documentation

• Add comments, cloud revisions, highlights, measurement, and custom symbols.

• Tailor toolsets to specific disciplines (MEP, Structural, Architectural).

• Track and summarize markups by author, status, or subject.

2) Takeoffs & Estimation

• Perform linear, area, and volume calculations directly on the drawing.

• Calibrate scale and units per sheet for accurate quantity takeoffs.

• Export measurement data to Excel for cost analysis.

3) Document Management

• Combine multiple PDFs, add headers/footers, insert hyperlinks and bookmarks.

• Organize revisions and submittals into version-controlled packages.

• Use tags to sort drawings by discipline or status.

4) Compare Documents

• Highlights differences between two PDFs using cloud markups.

• Useful for comparing architectural and engineering drawings.

5) Overlay pages

• Merges PDF content from two or more files and displays any edited content in a separate color.

• AutoAlign in Overlay and Compare to automatically align the major areas of your drawings in comparison

6) Batch Processing

• Stamp hundreds of PDFs with approval signatures in seconds.

• Apply batch hyperlinks or rename file sets automatically.

7) Integration with AEC Software

• View 3D PDFs exported from CAD models with sectioning tools and markup overlays.

Why AEC Firms Trust Bluebeam

Across the globe, engineering and construction firms are using Bluebeam to:

• Reduce RFIs and markup review cycles by up to 50%

• Minimize print costs and paper waste

• Streamline QA/QC workflows

• Enhance coordination between remote design teams and field teams

Choose the Right Bluebeam Plan for Your Workflow

Whether you’re working on-site with a tablet or coordinating submittals from the office, Bluebeam has a plan built for how you work. Each subscription includes access to Bluebeam Revu (desktop) and Bluebeam Cloud (web and mobile) – so your tools go wherever your projects take you.

Basics – For simple markups, document management and collaboration.

Core – For professional-grade markups, measurements and collaboration.

Complete – For automating and accelerating your workflows.

To see the full feature comparison, visit the official Bluebeam pricing page here.

Experience the Bluebeam Advantage

Here’s how Bluebeam helps your team get ahead:

Ready to 5x Your Efficiency?

Bluebeam is more than software – it’s a strategic advantage for AEC firms. With its scalable platform, intuitive interface, and robust tools, it empowers your team to deliver projects faster, more accurately, and with less risk.

Want Smoother Document Management?

Schedule a demo or speak with an expert to see how Bluebeam fits into your workflow.

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Pre-Engineered Buildings (PEBs) have revolutionized the construction industry by offering efficient, cost-effective and versatile solutions for various structural applications. As demand grows for faster, cost-effective and structurally sound construction solutions, PEBs have emerged as a preferred system for industrial, commercial, and warehouse applications. One of the most powerful tools facilitating the design of these structures is RISA-3D.

Modelling PEB Structures in RISA-3D

1. Importing Geometry: RISA-3D facilitates the import of structural geometry through DXF files, allowing for a seamless transition from architectural designs to structural models. This feature is particularly beneficial when working with complex PEB geometries, as it reduces manual input errors and accelerates the modelling process.

2. Defining Member Properties: Accurate definition of member properties is crucial. RISA-3D supports a wide range of standard and custom steel shapes, including tapered wide flange sections commonly used in PEBs. Engineers can specify material properties, cross-sectional dimensions, and orientation to reflect real-world conditions accurately.

3. Establishing Boundary Conditions: Properly defined boundary conditions ensure realistic simulation of structural behavior. RISA-3D allows for the assignment of supports and connections that mimic actual constraints, such as pinned or fixed supports, and the inclusion of bracing systems to enhance stability.

Load Application Techniques

Load application in RISA-3D is essential for achieving precision in Pre-Engineered Building (PEB) design. Gravity loads, including dead and live loads, are applied based on the building’s usage and occupancy, either directly to members or nodes to accurately represent structural behaviour. While RISA-3D offers automated wind and seismic load generation, Lateral loads such as those from wind or seismic forces can also be applied by calculating pressures and distributing them appropriately across the structure, allowing engineers greater control in simulating specific design scenarios.

Analysis and Design Considerations

1. Load Combinations: Creating appropriate load combinations is vital for comprehensive structural analysis. RISA-3D allows engineers to create code-based or custom load combination sets, either manually or through automatic generation, incorporating various loading scenarios to accurately evaluate the structure’s performance under different conditions.

2. Stability Analysis: RISA-3D’s analysis capabilities include checking for global and local stability issues. Engineers can perform P-Delta analysis to account for secondary effects due to axial loads and assess the structure’s susceptibility to buckling and other instability phenomena.

3. Member Design and Optimization: The software provides tools for designing and optimizing structural members based on applicable codes. Engineers can review stress ratios, deflections, and other critical parameters to ensure that each member meets the necessary strength and serviceability requirements.

Documentation and Reporting

RISA-3D offers comprehensive reporting features, allowing engineers to generate detailed documentation of the analysis and design process. Reports can include load diagrams, deflection shapes, stress contours and design summaries, facilitating communication with stakeholders and aiding in the approval process.

Conclusion

Designing Pre-Engineered Buildings (PEBs) requires meticulous attention to detail and a deep understanding of structural behaviour. RISA-3D serves as a powerful tool in this process, offering robust modelling, analysis and design capabilities tailored for steel structures. Whether it’s a warehouse, industrial shed or commercial facility, RISA-3D provides the flexibility and precision needed to optimize designs for performance and economy. For a practical demonstration of these techniques, refer to RISA’s official video: PEB Design in RISA-3D.

Start Your PEB Projects with Confidence

Discover how RISA-3D can transform your structural design process for metal buildings. From faster modelling to detailed analytics, the benefits are built into every project.

Have a project in mind?

Schedule a demo or speak with an expert to see how RISA-3D fits into your workflow.

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