Sunday, June 11, 2017

Important Information On MEP Coordination Drawings

By Jeffrey Stevens


Coordination drawings also known as a composite in some instances is crucial to the successful construction of a building be it commercial or institutional. Coordination basically entails avoidance of physical conflict in the preparation of the equipment in a building and the procedures of duct, piping and other systems in buildings. This risk is prominent in buildings projects that have many mechanical, electrical and plumbing needs. It is, therefore, important to include MEP coordination drawings in a site.

Generally, MEP is an acronym for mechanical, electrical, as well as plumbing. These drawings are, therefore used in order to minimize problems between different trades. For instance, when subcontractors are dealing with others. This skillful drawings form a major tool in planning to help in smooth installation of every equipment.

These drawings are often made after every routine and elevation has been established. For example, an HVAC system, electrical, plumbing, as well as fire protection, piping together with other systems, and are laid out all as one. After completion and meeting approval, subcontractors can then design their detailed drawings based on the specific area they deal with.

If one recruits an effective firm that is efficient in this process, they are able to save a lot of time spent in the construction hence save a lot of money and make profits. This is crucial as very many construction sites tend to make more loss than profits. However, the quality of the drawings are different and varying from one coordination firm to another. Hiring non-professionals to save money tends to be costly as more problems emerge as the process progresses. This tends to delay the project and create more confusion.

For a company to be competent, it is crucial for them to be attentive to information that involves the MEP coordination tools. Firstly, there is a design knowledge, which is usually practiced to ensure that a project meets all the required standard and codes. The detailers and drawing engineers are usually consulted on this. This entails configuration, location and regulating property.

At the same time, there is construction knowledge in this tools that helps to guarantee efficient field operations, as well as building feasibility. This tools have knowledge on the access requirement, construction method, safety, and configuration. At this point, engineers and the foremen usually provide the knowledge.

The main areas included in the MEP process are the most crucial systems in a building. For instance, there is the HVAC system that entails cooling systems, heat generation, air handling and automatic monitoring system. It helps to ensure the air is conditioned at all times. The other one is the fire protection system which helps make the building fire resistant and also fast in warning of a fire.

The other areas are such as the electrical systems that involve supplying, distribution, and lighting. Plumbing system is another area that focuses on the pressure driven systems and pumped waste among many other. Finally, there is the piping system and the telephone or datacom. Therefore, there is the need for the MEP coordination in the buildings to ensure there are no damages or extra costs.




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