Roberto Pace, BIM Designer & CG Visualization at Sabiana, explains about the impressive product range of Sabiana and the important role BIM plays nowadays. How does Sabiana handle the growing demand for BIM? Mister Pace took the time to share his knowledge with us.
After my studies I worked a long time in a well-known architectural firm, managing larger building projects as I gained more experience and participated in several tenders in the public sector. In my current position as BIM specialist, Sabiana is the perfect company and environment to further develop my BIM knowledge.
Sabiana offers more than 40 product lines and the number is growing. Each product line has unique features, satisfying all the needs of MEP engineers. Our flagship product is the ceiling fan coil unit Skystar, as of now also available in the Jumbo version. It is the result of great technical and stylistic research and therefore a highly appreciated product.
MEP engineers choose Sabiana products because of the wide range of configurations and the excellent Eurovent* certified performances, both combining a contemporary design.
Our sales and support network guarantee the best possible assistance for our customers starting from the first contact moment.
*Founded in 1993, Eurovent Certita Certification is recognized as a world-class leader in the field of third party product performance certification for Heat Ventilation Air Conditioning and Refrigeration products.
The Carisma series stand out for the extremely low power consumption and low noise level. It is completed with a whole range of control options, like the innovative KNX system.
The Skystar series is really unique for its innovative and modern design. It offers high control and regulation flexibility and easy maintenance. The technical and design research aimed at developing an avant-garde product in terms of aesthetics, performance, low operating noise and control flexibility.
BIM is a profound process of change and innovation, which will enable a data driven management of buildings, structures and infrastructures.
Sabiana has always been an innovative company and took the BIM challenge ahead of competitors. While in Italy the BIM subject was included in an official norm* only quite recently, we have been working with BIM for many years now, together with major European manufacturers and MEP engineers. This gives us a lot of experience when it comes to the software and best practices used by MEP engineers.
*Baritono decree with a five-year plan about BIM compliant public projects.
In 2019, which is the first year that it is mandatory in Italy to use BIM, we focused on two things. We have optimized the BIM objects and we extended our knowledge of BIM management.
Revit is the best software to develop BIM families and is definitely the right choice based on worldwide statistics about the use of BIM software.
MEPcontent is a valuable ally and partner for Sabiana, as it is a leading company in this industry. MEPcontent is truly specialized in MEP and supports Sabiana with the most difficult technical issues in an excellent way. Not only the team has an in-depth knowledge of BIM, we can also count on a high level of service
We get a lot of reactions on the BIM files published on MEPcontent. The MEPcontent portal is an important channel that enables us to open a dialogue with cutting-edge designers and well-known engineering firms.
The BIM models created by MEPcontent are compliant with our catalogues and are perfectly integrated in Revit. They are functional and contain the features and parameters that engineers are looking for.
Sabiana is highly engaged in training, research and development to stay at the forefront of BIM. We participate in many events in the industry, as well as specialist meetings and BIM oriented conferences.
About Sabiana
Can you tell a bit about your background, your key responsibilities and why you work for Sabiana?
After my studies I worked a long time in a well-known architectural firm, managing larger building projects as I gained more experience and participated in several tenders in the public sector. In my current position as BIM specialist, Sabiana is the perfect company and environment to further develop my BIM knowledge.
What product lines does Sabiana have and which ones can be seen as your flagships?
Sabiana offers more than 40 product lines and the number is growing. Each product line has unique features, satisfying all the needs of MEP engineers. Our flagship product is the ceiling fan coil unit Skystar, as of now also available in the Jumbo version. It is the result of great technical and stylistic research and therefore a highly appreciated product.
What makes Sabiana unique for MEP specialists? Why do MEP engineers select Sabiana products?
MEP engineers choose Sabiana products because of the wide range of configurations and the excellent Eurovent* certified performances, both combining a contemporary design.
Our sales and support network guarantee the best possible assistance for our customers starting from the first contact moment.
*Founded in 1993, Eurovent Certita Certification is recognized as a world-class leader in the field of third party product performance certification for Heat Ventilation Air Conditioning and Refrigeration products.
What makes the Carisma range unique?
The Carisma series stand out for the extremely low power consumption and low noise level. It is completed with a whole range of control options, like the innovative KNX system.
What makes the Skystar range so different from others?
The Skystar series is really unique for its innovative and modern design. It offers high control and regulation flexibility and easy maintenance. The technical and design research aimed at developing an avant-garde product in terms of aesthetics, performance, low operating noise and control flexibility.
About BIM
What is your vision on BIM?
BIM is a profound process of change and innovation, which will enable a data driven management of buildings, structures and infrastructures.
What challenges does Sabiana face related to BIM? How can Sabiana make a difference?
Sabiana has always been an innovative company and took the BIM challenge ahead of competitors. While in Italy the BIM subject was included in an official norm* only quite recently, we have been working with BIM for many years now, together with major European manufacturers and MEP engineers. This gives us a lot of experience when it comes to the software and best practices used by MEP engineers.
*Baritono decree with a five-year plan about BIM compliant public projects.
What BIM trends and developments have your focus this year?
In 2019, which is the first year that it is mandatory in Italy to use BIM, we focused on two things. We have optimized the BIM objects and we extended our knowledge of BIM management.
What role can Revit play for Sabiana?
Revit is the best software to develop BIM families and is definitely the right choice based on worldwide statistics about the use of BIM software.
About our collaboration
In your view, what makes MEPcontent unique for Sabiana?
MEPcontent is a valuable ally and partner for Sabiana, as it is a leading company in this industry. MEPcontent is truly specialized in MEP and supports Sabiana with the most difficult technical issues in an excellent way. Not only the team has an in-depth knowledge of BIM, we can also count on a high level of service
What reactions do you get on your 3D models/BIM files published on MEPcontent.com?
We get a lot of reactions on the BIM files published on MEPcontent. The MEPcontent portal is an important channel that enables us to open a dialogue with cutting-edge designers and well-known engineering firms.
How satisfied are you with these models and how do they help you?
The BIM models created by MEPcontent are compliant with our catalogues and are perfectly integrated in Revit. They are functional and contain the features and parameters that engineers are looking for.
What events do you attend to meet MEP specialists?
Sabiana is highly engaged in training, research and development to stay at the forefront of BIM. We participate in many events in the industry, as well as specialist meetings and BIM oriented conferences.