Transforming Data Centers: Nilsen's Innovative Use of Revizto

Enhancing Efficiency and Collaboration in Data Center Projects

At the heart of Australia's construction industry, Nilsen has established itself as a pivotal player in electrical engineering and contracting. With a rich history since 1916 and offices across all major Australian states, Nilsen stands out for its ability to tackle technically complex and award-winning projects. We spoke with the Nilsen BIM team who provided a deep dive into how Revizto has become integral to their operations.

The Nilsen BIM team shared with us that before Revizto, accessing and sharing models with site teams was always a bottleneck in their workflow.

Project Spotlight

In the NEXTDC A1 Data Center project, Nilsen demonstrated the robust capabilities of Revizto. As the lead on model coordination, they utilised Revizto’s clash automation extensively, which was crucial in managing the spatial constraints and stringent timelines of the project. The A1 Adelaide Data Center, developed by NEXTDC, is South Australia's first Uptime Institute Tier IV-certified data center, designed to accommodate up to 10MW of critical IT load. This state-of-the-art facility features advanced infrastructure, including distributed redundant N+1 static UPS supported by Rolls Royce engines, and cutting-edge cooling systems with hot aisle containment and free cooling economisation to ensure energy efficiency and reliability.

This approach not only ensured the accuracy of installations but also facilitated real-time updates essential for ongoing site work. Nilsen utilised Revizto across various roles, including modellers, project managers, and electricians. Revizto was employed on multiple devices such as desktops, iPads, iPhones, and laptops. During the design phase, the BIM coordinator and project manager used Revizto for collaboration, while during the construction and as-built phases, the BIM coordinator worked closely with electricians using the platform on-site. This seamless integration across different phases and roles significantly improved communication and efficiency on the project, streamlining communication and coordination between office and site.

Revizto enabled streamlined model sharing, enhanced QA processes through automated clash detection, and reduced project delivery times by facilitating real-time collaboration.

Implementing Revizto

Nilsen's partnership with Revizto began on major projects, driven by the need for better project delivery tools. Their engagement started with personalised training from Revizto, transforming their approach to project management.

Transformative Benefits

There were a number of key benefits Nilsen realised once Revizto was implemented on the project:

• Streamlined Model Sharing

  Seamless integration with site and office teams improved through enhanced model visualisation and real-time updates.

• Reduced Project Delivery Times

  The adoption of clash automation and real-time collaboration features significantly cut down coordination and issue resolution times

• Enhanced QA Processes

  Revizto's automated clash detection and real-time collaboration tools have optimised internal quality checks.

Expert Insights and Recommendations

The Nilsen BIM team offered three critical tips for leveraging Revizto effectively:

• Commit to Comprehensive Training

  Mastery of Revizto’s features can significantly optimise project management.

• Embrace Automation Tools

  Tools such as clash automation and scheduling are vital for maintaining project consistency.

• Standardise Workflows

  Implementing standardised templates across projects ensures uniformity and efficiency.