Zamil Steel Saudi – Cairo Office takes center stage in the Tekla BIM Awards Middle East 2024 with their remarkable work on the Riyadh Bus Terminus Stations (Riyadh Bus Project). This project exemplifies the transformative power of Tekla Structures in navigating complex design and ensuring seamless collaboration for successful project delivery.
A Gateway to Sustainable Public Transport
The Riyadh Bus Terminus Stations form an integral part of the city's Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) System, acting as vital transfer hubs for passengers. Designed to accommodate BRT lines, community buses, feeder buses, and even Park and Ride facilities, these stations play a key role in promoting a sustainable and efficient public transport network.
BIM: The Bridge to Success
The project's unique design, featuring "dune-like" structures with intricate geometries, presented a significant challenge. Zamil Steel Saudi, leveraging Tekla Structures' BIM capabilities, navigated these complexities with remarkable efficiency:
- Conquering Complex Design: Tekla's powerful 3D modeling capabilities facilitated the creation of detailed models that perfectly captured the project's unique architectural elements. The software's extensive connection library streamlined the design and detailing of the intricate steel structures.
- Collaboration at its Finest: Tekla Structures fostered seamless collaboration among all stakeholders involved. The software's features, like parametric macros, helped avoid clashes in multi-member joints, ensuring a smooth and efficient workflow.
- Accurate Detailing, Streamlined Fabrication: The 3D model served as a central source of truth, enabling precise detailing and fabrication processes. Tekla's functionalities like NC and DXF file exports facilitated seamless data transfer to automated cutting and punching machinery, ensuring high-quality steel components.
Innovation Meets Expertise
The Riyadh Bus Terminus Stations project stands as a testament to Zamil Steel Saudi's commitment to innovation and expertise in steel fabrication. By harnessing the power of Tekla Structures, they achieved:
- Exceptional Design Realization: The intricate geometries and complex curvatures of the design were translated into reality with remarkable accuracy.
- Efficient Collaboration: Stakeholders across disciplines worked together seamlessly, minimizing errors and ensuring timely project delivery.
- A Sustainable Future: The project contributes to the city's vision for a sustainable and efficient public transport system.
Zamil Steel Saudi's success at the Riyadh Bus Terminus Stations showcases the transformative potential of BIM technology in the construction industry. Vote for their project in the Tekla BIM Awards Middle East 2024!
