Manage conflicts in BIMcollab Zoom

Manage conflicts in BIMcollab Zoom

BIMcollab Zoom provides essential tools for detecting and resolving conflicts in 3D models, including Clash Detection, Distance Checking, and IDS Property Validation. These tools help identify issues early, ensuring smoother project execution. Below is a simplified guide to performing each check and the benefits of Smart Issues for tracking and resolving conflicts.




1. Clash Detection

Clash detection helps to identify when different model elements are overlapping or interfering with each other. Early detection of these clashes helps avoid potential issues during construction.

Steps:
  1. Set Up a Clash Rule:
    • Start BIMcollab Zoom, connect to your project, and open the Conflicts panel.
    • Create a rule set, define the source and target sets, and select Clashes.
  2. Run the Clash Rule:
    • Execute the rule and review detected clashes in the results panel and 3D view.
  3. Generate Smart Issues:
    • Report clashes as Smart Issues for tracking in BIMcollab Nexus.
Read more about this option here: How to perform a clash detection with BIMcollab Zoom


2. Distance Checking

Distance checking ensures that model elements have adequate spacing and clearance, such as ensuring enough space around structural components or equipment.

Steps:
  1. Set Up a Distance Check Rule:
    • Start BIMcollab Zoom, connect to your project, and open the Conflicts panel.
    • Define the source and target sets, select Distance, and set the minimum distance.
  2. Run the Distance Check:
    • Execute the rule and review results, with conflicts highlighted in red in the 3D view.
  3. Generate Smart Issues:
    • Report distance check results as Smart Issues for tracking and collaboration.
Read more about this option here: Distance checking with BIMcollab Zoom


3. IDS Property Validation

IDS Property Validation helps ensure that all necessary information is included and properly formatted in the model based on Information Delivery Specifications (IDS). This ensures the model meets project standards and requirements.

Steps:
  1. Set Up an IDS Validation Rule:
  2. Run the IDS Validation Rule:
    • Execute the rule and review any property mismatches in the results panel.
  3. Generate Smart Issues:
    • Report failed elements as Smart Issues for tracking in BIMcollab Nexus.
Read more about this option here: IDS property validation in BIMcollab Zoom



The Value of Smart Issues

Smart Issues are crucial for efficient conflict management. They allow you to:

  • Track issue status in real time, from detection to resolution.
  • Sync issues across the team, ensuring everyone stays up-to-date.
  • Streamline conflict resolution, automatically updating issues as models are revised.

Smart Issues make it easier to manage and resolve conflicts, leading to better coordination and project success.


Conflict rules for Distance checking and clash detection can be easily shared with your team from BIMcollab Zoom. To learn how to share these conflict rules within a project, refer to this article: Share conflict rules with my team members
IDS specifications are already created on BIMcollab Nexus as shared resources. 



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