Revit: Sprinkler Design

Learn how to design sprinkler piping and systems in Revit. Explore features, tools, and techniques that can help you perfect your sprinkler designs using this powerful BIM software.

Introduction

• Sprinkler design in Revit

1. Project Setup

• Linking the architecture
• Copying and monitoring levels
• Creating plan views
• Creating sprinkler and coordination views
• Creating view templates
• Adjusting mechanical settings

2. Routing Preferences and Systems

• Routing preferences for threaded pipe
• Configuring systems
• Adding spaces

3. Laying Out Sprinklers and Pipes

• Adding sprinklers
• Adding risers and mains
• Adding branch piping
• Adding pipe fittings and accessories
• Adding equipment
• Tagging pipes
• Adding schedules
• Creating a 3D riser

4. Detailing

• Working with sections
• Adding drafting views
• Importing AutoCAD files into Revit
• Inserting views from files

Conclusion

• Next steps