Review: MEP Utilities: Auto Sleeving Tool 2021

About this app

Are you tired of spending endless hours manually placing sleeves in your Revit projects? Look no further than the MEP Utilities: Auto Sleeving Tool 2021. This impressive Revit plugin automates the process of sleeve placement, saving you valuable time and enhancing your workflow.

Efficient Sleeve Placement

The Auto Sleeving Tool is designed to automatically place sleeves at the wall and straight part intersects with walls and floors. This means that you no longer have to manually search for intersection locations or spend time scrolling around your projects. The plugin does all the work for you, ensuring accurate and efficient sleeve placement.

In addition, the tool allows seamless integration with fab and Revit parts. This integration enables better management of sleeve parts, ensuring that they are properly organized and easily accessible. You can say goodbye to the frustration of searching for individual sleeve parts within your project.

Example of sleeves placed onto a linked project's wall

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Trimble Point Export

One of the standout features of the MEP Utilities: Auto Sleeving Tool is its inclusion of a Trimble point export. This feature provides fast, consistent, and trackable point information for all placed sleeves. With the click of a button, you can export the necessary data for Trimble, streamlining your coordination process and improving collaboration with other project stakeholders.

Example of sleeving for a whole example building. 24 sleeves were placed all at once for different disciplines

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Seamless Integration and Prerequisite

To run the MEP Utilities: Auto Sleeving Tool 2021, you will need to have MEP CORE 2021 installed. Once you have the prerequisite in place, you can easily install the plugin from the Autodesk app store, where it is regularly updated to ensure the latest features and improvements. It is important to note that this app uses a custom installer, not the standard App Store installer.

By incorporating this tool into your Revit workflow, you will experience a significant improvement in efficiency and productivity. The time saved from manual sleeve placement can be better utilized for other essential tasks, allowing you to deliver projects more quickly and accurately.

Example gauntlet of complex situations of wall thickness, rotation, sizes, and disciplines. 209 sleeves in 5 seconds

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Conclusion

The MEP Utilities: Auto Sleeving Tool 2021 is a game-changer for Revit users in the MEP industry. Its ability to automate sleeve placement, seamless integration with fab and Revit parts, and Trimble point export functionality make it an indispensable tool for any project. By using this plugin, you can streamline your workflow, better manage sleeve parts, and enhance collaboration with other project stakeholders. Don't miss out on the opportunity to improve your Revit experience and try the MEP Utilities: Auto Sleeving Tool 2021 today!