Preparations

1. Model Checker for Revit—What is it? And How to Install

Model Checker for Revit is a free tool provided by Autodesk that helps users verify compliance with BIM standards. It allows users to automate quality control checks for Revit models.

Installation Steps:

1. Go to the Autodesk App Store and search for "Model Checker for Revit."
   
2. Download and install the plugin.
   
3. Open Revit and navigate to the Add-Ins tab to find the tool.

2. Model Configurator for Revit—What is it? And How to Install

Model Configurator for Revit is an advanced tool that helps users define specific checks and enforce modeling standards.

Installation Steps:

1. Visit the Autodesk App Store and download Model Configurator for Revit.
   
2. Install the software and restart Revit.
   
3. Access it under the Add-Ins tab in Revit.

3. Revit Lookup for Revit—What is it? And How to Install

Revit Lookup is an interactive tool that allows users to explore model data and detect inconsistencies.

Installation Steps:

1. Download Revit Lookup from the open-source GitHub repository.
   
2. Extract and install the package.
   
3. Open Revit and launch the tool from the Add-Ins tab.

Presentation of the Case Study

Before checking the Revit model, a sample project is selected to demonstrate the verification process. The goal is to identify and fix modeling issues to maintain quality and efficiency.

Step-by-Step Revit Model Check Process

Step 1: Launch Configurator

• Open Revit and navigate to the Add-Ins tab.
  
• Click on Model Configurator to launch the tool.

Step 2: Define What You Want to Check

• Choose predefined checksets or create custom rules.
  
• Define parameters like naming conventions, model elements, and data accuracy.

Step 3: Create Checkset Structure

• Organize checks into logical groups (e.g., Naming Standards, Data Completeness, Geometry Validation).
  
• Save your settings for future use.

Step 4: Open Configured Check in Setup, Then RUN a Report

• Load the saved checkset into the Model Checker.
  
• Click Run Check to generate a report.
  
• Review warnings, errors, and compliance status.

Step 5: Go Through the Report and Fix Issues in the Model

• Analyze the report’s findings.
  
• Navigate to the elements with issues and apply necessary corrections.

Step 6: Rerun the Check to Verify All Errors Have Been Fixed

• After making corrections, rerun the check.
  
• Ensure all issues are resolved and the model meets BIM standards.

Summary

Checking your Revit model standards is crucial to maintaining high-quality BIM workflows. By following these six steps and using tools like Model Checker, Model Configurator, and Revit Lookup, you can automate the validation process and improve project efficiency. Ensuring compliance with BIM standards helps in better coordination, reduced errors, and improved project deliverables.