Revit Sprinkler Design

On October 18, 2018

Release date:2018, September 21

Duration:01 h 30 m

Author:Eric Wing

Skill level:Intermediate

Language:English

Exercise files:Yes

Learn how to design sprinkler piping and systems in Revit. Join instructor Eric Wing as he covers features, tools, and techniques that can help engineers and designers perfect their sprinkler designs using this powerful BIM software. Eric shows how to set up views, link to your architectural model, and configure routing preferences and systems. He also covers how to place sprinklers, risers, and pipes; customize tags; and import views from other sources, like AutoCAD.
Topics include:
Linking to architecture
Creating views
Configuring routing preferences and systems
Adding sprinklers, risers, and pipes
Tagging pipes
Adding schedules
Importing AutoCAD files in Revit

Table of Contents

Introduction
Sprinkler design in Revit 33s
1. Project Setup
Linking the architecture 4m 21s
Copying and monitoring levels 5m 46s
Creating plan views 4m 26s
Creating sprinkler and coordination views 3m 58s
Creating view templates 6m 26s
Adjusting mechanical settings 5m 7s
2. Routing Preferences and Systems
Routing preferences for threaded pipe 4m 34s
Configuring systems 5m 46s Adding spaces 6m 36s
3. Laying Out Sprinklers and Pipes
Adding sprinklers 5m 44s
Adding risers and mains 3m 33s
Adding branch piping 6m
Adding pipe fittings and accessories 2m 59s
Adding equipment 3m 9s
Tagging pipes 2m 33s
Adding schedules 2m 39s
Creating a 3D riser 4m 23s
4. Detailing
Working with sections 3m 46s
Adding drafting views 3m 30s
Importing AutoCAD files into Revit 2m 3s
Inserting views from files 2m 19s
Conclusion
Next steps 32s