SYNCHRO™ 4D

Abstract

SYNCHRO 4D is Fluor's construction automation work process, which delivers constructionfocused execution planning for critical project work sequencing and resource availability through 4D construction simulation. Using preliminary 3D models and summary schedules developed during front-end design, 4D simulation models are created in as little as a day. This allows the project team to review visually construction activity sequencing in single steps (by day, week or month) or continuously.

This is achieved by integrating the project’s model and schedule data to create 4D model-based schedules and simulations. The role of SYNCHRO is further expanded by crane placement, scaffold placement and combining, which can be viewed by anyone, anywhere with the click of a button.

Utilizing SYNCHRO enhances the work processes during the proposal, early project planning, detailed engineering and construction phases of an EPC project. This results in improved productivity on Fluor's construction projects.

Client Benefits

Benefits include:

Visualize sequence of demolition
Analyze construction sequence
Visualize the construction of specific units in the context of the overall project schedule early in the construction phase, when engineering is not complete
Compare scheduled completion with actual level of completion (using MileMarker, progress reporting tool) and prints of the 3D model. Elements behind schedule can be identified and correction plans developed
Create queries to visualize data in any column of the project schedule as well as items such as those included in the critical path
Display rigging sequencing
Visualize cranes "lifting" modules and moving them into place, which is particularly helpful on highly modularized projects