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SmartBIM Library
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To effectively and efficiently use Revit you must have SmartBIM Objects: high quality models of doors, windows, equipment, etc. SmartBIM LibraryTM caters to firms using Autodesk Revit and addresses Revit content management problems encountered by design firms.
The SmartBIM Library from Reed Construction Data has been upgraded in its new release of version 3.5. They have added new content and support for Revit 2009 and 2010, more features and ensured that SBL is a single source to simplify BIM content management. It is a cost-effective solution for Autodesk® Revit® users that:
- Streamlines design workflow
- Facilitates the generation of catalogs from Revit objects
- Simplifies storage, organization and location of Revit objects including user's existing content
- Enables manufacturers, architects, engineers and building owners to easily share catalogs of objects
Features
- Support for Revit 2009 & 2010
- Over 22,950 high quality Revit architecture and engineering family types, including manufacturer specific objects and generic objects
- Copy, move, and delete objects within and between catalogs.
- Maximize productivity by dragging objects from SmartBIM Library Manager directly into Revit
- Automatically publish and load existing Revit families from the file system, Revit Project Files, or Autodesk Seek with the Drag-and-Drop Family Publisher
- Easily attach files such as spreadsheets and images to SmartBIM Objects for better organization of data
- User-defined object tags allow users to identify objects according to their preferences
- Flexible navigation to Revit objects by thumbnail or by tree hierarchies including categories, families, and family types
- Open and search across multiple catalogs for increased efficiency
- Customized desktop allows users to turn panes on and off and re-size, move, arrange and drag panes outside of the application frame for maximum flexibility
- Automatic content update service delivers new Revit families directly to the user desktop as soon as they are available
- All SmartBIM Objects are fully compatible with e-Specs®
- Automatic software update service ensures users have the latest software features
- Powerful search tools allow users to easily find content by family, type, properties, or object tag
- Contains Revit modeling guidelines and suggested object naming conventions
BIM Content
SmartBIM Library ships with a library of Revit families developed by Reed Construction Data. These parametric family models are designed for re-use across projects, design representation and ‘countability' for quantity take-off. The "Reed" icon appears in the library thumbnail for each Revit family developed by Reed Construction Data. You will have the option to receive regular updates and additions of generic and manufacturer specific content developed by Reed Construction Data. Additionally, content can be delivered on-demand by special agreement.
SmartBIM Library Manufacturers:
- Da-Lite
- Delta Faucet
- DORMA Group
- Draper
- Figureas International Seating
- GAF Roofing
- Hager Companies
- Herman Miller Healthcare
- Karona Door
- Kolbe Windows
- LATICRETE International
- LinEL Signature Skylights
- NanaWall
- Next Door Company
- Safety Rail Source
- Skyco Shade
- Sun-Dome Tubular Skylights
- ZeroFlush
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