Cemex launch dedicated BIM software plug-in

Industry-first tool to help architects and engineers choose innovative and more sustainable solutions

CEMEX have launched a dedicated plug-in for the Building Information Modelling (BIM) REVIT software used for designing and managing construction projects. The tool will allow architects and engineers to identify the best Cemex products and solutions for their work, highlighting those that are particularly innovative and more sustainable.

The BIM software offered by Cemex has been expertly designed for architects, engineers, contractors or construction professionals working on the development of residential, commercial, industrial or infrastructure projects. It allows users to search concrete by properties, compare concrete products by essential characteristics and target an embodied-carbon value.

Users can also view detailed information on materials such as physical and mechanical performance with relevant data, among other technical characteristics. Products that could be recommended include those that are part of the Vertua range of Cemex’s more sustainable solutions.

This software is said to be the first of its kind in the UK construction industry and will also be launched into other Cemex businesses across the globe over the coming months.

National technical manager Mike Higgins commented: ‘We know how valuable BIM tools are to those designing construction projects, as they save time and money by providing immediate access to information and recommendations on the best-suited products while encouraging a collaborative process.

‘We are, therefore, very proud to launch our free BIM plug-in which can be downloaded into the REVIT software and facilitates the evaluation of products and solutions, as well as the planning and visualization processes of a construction project.

‘Initial feedback from users of the tool has been very positive and so to help facilitate the tool’s use we have co-ordinated a specialist BIM team in the UK who are equipped to answer any questions and can support specifiers with enquiries.’

The tool was recently presented at UK Construction Week and is now available for free download.