Cost Savings with BIM in Large-Scale Gas Distribution Projects

Modern design and construction management technologies have a significant impact on the cost and timeline of large-scale gas distribution projects. One of the most effective tools in this field is Building Information Modeling (BIM).

BIM Leaders LTD, an Israel-based BIM & Engineering company, effectively applies BIM technologies in the design of gas distribution systems. This approach plays a key role in reducing costs at all project stages, while also helping to mitigate risks and optimize processes.

Design Stage

At the design stage, creating a unified data environment and precise modeling of engineering networks allows project participants to work in a shared information space, which significantly improves collaboration between specialists and enhances the quality of design solutions.

It also helps avoid misunderstandings and errors in design related to compatibility issues between various engineering systems, such as gas pipelines and other networks. This reduces the risks of cost overruns caused by the need for changes and rework.

One of the key advantages of using BIM in gas distribution systems is the ability to apply modular design.

BIM Leaders LTD effectively uses this method in the design of gas distribution systems. It allows for the advance development of standardized modular solutions for gas distribution points, metering stations, filtration units, pressure reduction systems, and pipeline connections.

These blocks are tested and manufactured in factory conditions simultaneously with the development of gas transportation systems and are then delivered to the site for quick installation.

Reducing construction time directly impacts the reduction of project costs, as installation expenses are lowered thanks to ready-made modules that require minimal additional work on-site.

This also helps save funds, improves quality, and reduces rework, as assembly occurs in controlled conditions with verified materials. Additionally, this system aids in logistics optimization, eliminating unexpected delays and adjustments on-site.

Based on this approach, BIM Leaders has successfully designed and implemented over 55 projects related to the design and safe installation of different types of the pressure reducing, metering, and filtering stations for the Israeli manufacturing.

BIM models of modular structures were used in the design, which helped reduce equipment installation time, improve assembly quality control, and lower future maintenance costs.

During the design process, the client and other stakeholders make changes to optimize the project.

BIM technologies ensure rapid integration of these adjustments into the model and automatic updating of related documents, significantly reducing time and resource expenditures.

Construction Stage

At the construction stage, precise modeling and automated creation of specifications and calculations help reduce material costs by accurately estimating their quantities and preventing excessive usage.
This is especially important when constructing main gas pipelines, where even small deviations can lead to significant financial losses.

In the construction of gas distribution systems, full coordination of actions among multiple participants – designers, builders, engineers, ecologists, and regulatory representatives – is crucial.

BIM creates a unified digital space in which all stakeholders work with up-to-date data.

This significantly improves process coordination, reducing the risks of duplicating efforts and conflicts on the construction site. This approach allows for effective planning of construction activities, minimizing downtime and delays.

Thanks to smoother operations and optimization of all construction stages, the likelihood of errors and resource overruns decreases, which accelerates task completion and leads to significant cost reductions for the project. This is particularly important in projects implemented in densely populated areas, where existing infrastructure must be taken into account.

Operation Stage

At the operation stage of large gas distribution projects, one of the key factors is effective asset management. All system data, including pipelines, equipment, and engineering networks, are integrated into a single model, which helps efficiently monitor their condition, minimize repair and replacement costs, and respond promptly to potential issues.

Additionally, automating reporting and data analysis processes using BIM significantly reduces administrative costs by providing real-time access to the latest system information. All these factors together contribute to a significant reduction in operating costs and an overall increase in the system’s operational efficiency.

Given the rising costs of energy resources and materials, the implementation of BIM technologies in the design of gas distribution systems becomes an important strategic step, helping to reduce costs, increase efficiency, and ensure sustainable infrastructure development through design optimization.

Unlike the traditional approach, the use of digital models allows for consideration of the geodetic characteristics of the terrain and the design of pipelines with optimal parameters.

The integration of data from laser scanning, topographic surveys, and digital terrain models allows for precise determination of pipeline routes, avoiding difficult terrain, bodies of water, areas with high groundwater levels, and dense urban development. This minimizes the volume of earthworks, reduces pipeline installation costs, and increases the reliability of system operation.

The use of geographic information technologies in BIM also facilitates more accurate calculations of pipeline pressure, optimal placement of shut-off valves, and efficient planning of service areas.

BIM in Israel

Israel is actively developing its gas infrastructure, especially following the discovery of the "Leviathan" and "Tamar" fields.

As part of the modernization of its gas distribution networks, Israel aims to implement advanced technologies, including BIM, to improve the efficiency of design and operation. For instance, in the expansion project of Israel's gas transportation system, BIM was used to integrate new pipelines with the existing infrastructure and minimize potential conflicts with other utilities.

Cost savings through BIM technologies play a key role in the implementation of large gas distribution projects, allowing for effective cost management at all stages – from design to operation.

In the context of rising material costs and stricter regulatory requirements, the adoption of BIM becomes not just a competitive advantage but a critical necessity for the successful execution of such projects. The system helps minimize errors, optimize processes, and forecast costs, significantly reducing financial risks.

As construction digitization grows in Israel and the Middle East, the adoption of BIM in gas distribution projects will be a game-changer. Beyond improving reliability and safety, BIM will also help save costs in large-scale projects by making processes more efficient.

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