Fit the air path and the access around it.
We model HVAC systems as installable, maintainable networks. Ducts, pipes, plant and insulation are coordinated through congested voids, risers and plantrooms.
The route must work after the ceiling closes.
Mechanical BIM modelling develops air-side and water-side HVAC systems from design schematics, equipment schedules and coordinated layouts. Supply, return, exhaust and fresh-air ductwork sit alongside chilled or heating water pipework, plant, terminals, controls and associated components.
Nominal geometry is not enough. Insulation increases the occupied envelope, fittings need room to turn, dampers require access and major equipment needs a viable maintenance or replacement path.
CNE routes each network around structural depths and competing services while preserving system logic. We focus on risers, plantrooms and ceiling voids where a small level change can affect several trades.
HVAC geometry with operating space
Ducts, fittings, branches, transitions, dampers, terminals and flexible connections are modelled with sizes, levels and system assignments.
Chilled or heating water pipes, fittings, valves and connected equipment are developed with insulation and service clearances.
AHUs, fans, pumps, heat exchangers and other plant are placed with bases, connections, access zones and replacement routes.
Vertical and horizontal distribution is coordinated against beams, ceilings, other services and available installation sequence.
Filter pulls, coil access, damper panels, valve operation and maintenance envelopes are represented and tested.
Coordinated models, plans, sections, schedules and builderwork requirements are issued for the agreed project stage.
We model what the system occupies.
Clearance checks use the finished service envelope rather than the bare duct or pipe dimensions.
Maintenance zones are coordinated as real spatial requirements, not notes left for the installer to interpret.
Geometry is developed around flow, connections and equipment needs instead of being moved solely to clear a clash.
Route the HVAC system before the trades arrive.
Share your schematics, equipment schedules and building model. CNE will develop coordinated mechanical routes with the space needed to install and maintain them.