Nexans, a designer and manufacturer of cable systems and services, has announced a strategic partnership with global marketplace BIMobject to integrate its products with building information modeling
With 230bn sq m of new buildings expected by 2060, the cable manufacturer said the partnership represents a significant milestone for digital transformation, allowing its systems to be included early in the design stage of construction projects, optimising their installation.
Through this collaboration with BIMobject, Nexans will be able to provide architects, engineers and professionals of the construction sector with a selected range of products in the form of detailed 3D models.
Looking beyond modeling aspects, these objects include essential information such as technical specifications, installation instructions, energy use and product-related environmental data.
Advantages for construction professionals
Nexans said the early integration of its cable systems will contribute to increased safety and reliability throughout the building’s lifecycle.
Christophe Demule, innovation director for building at Nexans, said: “This partnership with BIMobject underlines our commitment to delivering innovative cabling solutions and supporting construction professionals in their daily work. We believe that this initiative will reinforce our position as leaders in the digital transformation of the cable industry.”
By integrating its products into the BIMobject platform, Nexans will also be able to respond to growing demand, while promoting sustainable, high-performance cabling solutions.
A vision for the future
As the first cable manufacturer to adopt BIM, Nexans is paving the way for a new era of smart design in construction, underlining the group’s commitment to supplying innovative cabling solutions and supporting construction professionals in their work.
Bernadette Berthier, digital customer experience leader at Nexans, said: “Nexans’ presence on the platform perfectly fits with our digital strategy, which aims to support all stakeholders of the construction industry all along the customer journey and provide them with solutions that meet their needs.”
Nexans will continue to expand the range of products available on BIMobject’s platform.
With around 28,500 employees across 41 countries, the cable manufacturer specializes in the design and delivery of systems across power generation and transmission, distribution, usage and industry and solutions.