SYNCHRO 4D, Bentley Systems' digital construction management software, links your construction schedule to the 3D model to simulate, repeat and virtually validate your construction sequences before the first pick-up. This article focuses on its flagship functionality: 4D construction planning and simulation.
What is SYNCHRO 4D?
SYNCHRO 4D is the visual planning module of Bentley Systems' SYNCHRO suite, integrated with Bentley Infrastructure Cloud and powered by iTwin technology. It allows you to create model-based schedule planning, to decompose design models into constructable components and to aggregate the set into an interoperable federated model with more than 50 CAD applications.
The aim is to give office and construction teams a common and up-to-date vision of progress, to deliver projects faster, more surely and with less budgetary surprises.
Focus functionality: 4D construction planning and simulation
The strength of SYNCHRO 4D is to transform a static schedule into a dynamic visual simulation. By linking each task of the planning to the corresponding elements of the 3D model, the software allows you to play virtually again the progress of the project, anticipate problems and test alternative scenarios before any on-site intervention.
Linking planning and 3D model
The teams create a schedule directly in SYNCHRO or import from third party software (Primavera P6, Asta Powerproject...), then link it to the components of the model. The result: a 4D simulation that shows precisely what to build, when and in what order.
Detect conflict before construction
SYNCHRO 4D automatically confronts the schedule with the model to identify sequencing conflicts, define coherent work areas and simulate site logistics (grues, access, material storage) in order to reduce risks and improve site safety.
Simulations to win tenders
A clear and credible 4D simulation allows us to demonstrate concretely how a complex project will be carried out, where a classical 2D schedule remains abstract. According to a feedback published by Bentley Systems, a project team developed its project phase plans 71.5% faster than with traditional 2D diagrams.
The 10 key points of SYNCHRO 4D
| Functionality | Benefit for your projects |
|---|---|
| Model-based planning | The schedule is directly linked to the 3D/BIM model of the project. |
| Virtual simulations and repetitions | Replay the site before work to validate the construction sequences. |
| Detection of planning conflicts | Identify the inconsistencies of sequence before they are expensive. |
| Definition of work areas | Organize site logistics (access, cranes, storage) upstream. |
| Decomposition of constructible components | Adapt the design model to the real needs of the site. |
| Model-based metrics and quantitatives (QTO/WBS) | Extract quantities and cost structures directly from the model. |
| Allocation and smoothing of resources | Optimize the allocation of teams, materials and materials over time. |
| Federated model and interoperability | Compatible with over 50 CAD applications on the market. |
| Integration with third-party planning tools | Connection with Primavera P6, Asta Powerproject and other solutions. |
| Monitoring and progress reports | Completed on the ground by SYNCHRO Perform/Field for real-time monitoring. |
Case of practical use
SYNCHRO 4D s’utilise aussi bien sur des chantiers d’infrastructure ferroviaire ou routière que sur des projets de bâtiment complexes ou de traitement des eaux. Bureaux d’études et entreprises générales s’en servent pour élaborer leurs plannings d’exécution, communiquer avec les parties prenantes et sécuriser des opérations sensibles, comme le remplacement de passages à niveau en milieu urbain dense.
Pourquoi choisir SYNCHRO 4D avec beCAD ?
Revendeur, formateur et intégrateur agréé Bentley Systems, beCAD accompagne les entreprises de construction et bureaux d’études dans le déploiement de SYNCHRO 4D : conseil sur la licence adaptée, formation à la planification 4D et support technique francophone.
Frequently Asked Questions
SYNCHRO 4D fonctionne-t-il avec mon logiciel de planning existant ?
Oui. SYNCHRO 4D permet de créer un planning natif ou de l’importer depuis des solutions tierces comme Primavera P6 ou Asta Powerproject, puis de le lier à la maquette 3D du projet.
Quels formats de maquette 3D SYNCHRO 4D accepte-t-il ?
Le logiciel est interopérable avec plus de 50 applications CAO et BIM du marché, permettant d’agréger des maquettes issues de différents outils dans un modèle fédéré unique.
SYNCHRO 4D convient-il aux petits projets ?
Oui, même si ses bénéfices sont particulièrement visibles sur les projets complexes, SYNCHRO 4D s’adapte à des chantiers de toutes tailles, des spécifications minimales aux configurations Enterprise pour les projets les plus volumineux.
Vous souhaitez évaluer SYNCHRO 4D sur vos propres chantiers ou former vos équipes à la planification 4D ? Discover the product sheet or contact the beCAD team.
