FAQ

The Orange Button® software we use prefers to work with Revit files, but is also IFC compatible. If one or more of your files, e.g. the structural, architectural, HVAC or electrical models, were not designed with Autodesk Revit, please send us only the exported IFC files of these models. We will then convert these files into the Revit format to run the automation.

No, if the models are available as Revit files, we prefer them to the exported IFC files to avoid possible data loss.

It is important that you forward your BIM models as early as possible, if available during the pre-project, so that our feedback - in the form of our "checklist" - can be incorporated at the optimum time.

If possible, we would carry out a "checklist" in the pre-project phase. For this purpose we should receive all models before the pre-project is completed. Our "checklist" clearly summarises what information is missing in your BIM models and what information is correctly specified. If you send us your BIM models early enough, you will have enough time to include all missing information - as indicated in our "Checklists" - in your BIM models.

Yes, this is still possible. We are able to define and process the fire resistance period ("Fire Resistance Period" "frp") alternatively by modelling the "Orange Button® FRP content" in the partitions and floors of the structural model.

This alternative way of specifying the fire protection class in the structural model can be done by the responsible designer. However, it is also possible to have this data specified and processed directly by the Orange Button Team for a small fee. This is the most advantageous option for a speedy, uncomplicated project process.

Often "Thermal" or "Default" is defined in the parameter "Insulation Type" to indicate the name of the insulation in the model. This is NOT correct! The product name of the chosen insulation is decisive for the corresponding fire protection system. "Thermal" is only a description of the functional use of the insulation type and therefore not a specification at product name level. A correct designation is for example "Armaflex" or "Kaiflex".

Which partitioning system is approved for a fire damper depends on the product of the fire damper, the dimensions of the fire damper, the design, the thickness of the component and the fire resistance classification ("fire resistance period" or "frp"). The specific product name of a fire damper is decisive for usable (alternative: approved) sealing systems, as all fire dampers are tested differently and have to be sealed according to their own unique test configurations.

It is important to define the fire resistance classification in the structural and architectural models, as Orange Button® needs this important information to identify all installations which fire compartments are penetrated. This information is then used to automatically generate fire protection solutions in the BIM.

Do not define cut-outs in fire compartmentalised walls and ceilings. Orange Button® will recommend the position, size and optimum sealing system for these recesses. Our software is not able to perform collision detection when recesses are "physically" modelled in the BIM model (openings in walls and ceilings). If you want to specify your own cut-outs - in fire protection walls and ceilings - please do so using generic elements (no "holes").

Using a "Scope Box" functionality we can select a specific area in BIM to run our software. This allows us to digitally complete the penetration seal concept in different phases. However, this can only succeed with clear agreements between the planners about the gradual digital completion of your BIM project.