MEP shop drawing services concern the harmonization of all construction services with other disciplines that make up the fabric of the building, structure as well as the external envelope of the building (steel, concrete, etc). Building services traditionally comprise heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC). Every typical MEP team includes an MEP consultant, an MEP contractor, manufacturers, along with installation and maintenance specialists. The MEP consultants prepare the coordinated 3D MEP drawings and forward them to the MEP contractor. Conventionally, an MEP contractor is responsible for installation and fabrication. This means that it is the responsibility of the contractor to establish details, fabrication, spatial coordination and installation on the 3D drawings. This is exactly what gives rise to challenges that necessitate the need for MEP shop drawing as well as construction sequencing services. The need for the MEP contractor to redesign the consultant's design drawings has a negative impact on project deadlines and schedules, which in turn has a direct impact on the budget. With the coordination services of the deputies, the integration of the different members of the deputies' team is reinforced. MEP work is typically presented in a 3D environment for all disciplines.

MEP shop drawing services integrate the design of each team to resolve any conflicts during the constructability review process. Design conflicts avoided or eliminated at the beginning of the project have a positive impact on the entire project and significantly reduce its costs. Listed below are the ways in which MEP shop drawing services can help save valuable time and money on construction projects. 

• Negate Project Retouching and Wastage Of Materials

The first way to save money is to reduce the time and equipment needed to correct mistakes. The use of an MEP-BIM model mitigates drawing conflicts very early. Minimizing waste and improving project efficiency is a sure way to satisfy customers.

• Encourages Competitive Bidding

By using more accurate MEP drawings and detailed models, your team will have the advantage of offering a more competitive bid. Project costs are estimated more accurately using modeling to quickly detect costly design conflicts.

• Streamlines The Entire Construction Process

Using virtual project planning and 3D modeling can help in significantly reducing project completion times and streamline the construction process. Weekly design review meetings also make life easier by aiding in the speedy resolving of conflicts, saving both time and money.

As you can see, MEP shop drawing services are essential to ensure quality and cost-effective construction. They can help avoid numerous potential conflicts, reducing project wastage. The possibility of more accurately forecasting the cost of the project allows for a more competitive offer.