Electrical Building Design Show

FireBIM: Fire Alarm Design in Revit

The same team that created ElectroBIM is back with something new. In this short episode, we pull back the curtain on FireBIM, our new fire alarm design software built specifically for Revit. We walk through why we built it, what problems it solves, and what makes it different from what Revit offers out of the box.If you've ever wanted to complete your entire fire alarm design workflow inside Revit, from floor plans to riser diagrams, this introductory episode is for you. We give you a first look at the core features we've been developing, share where we are in the build process, and let you know how you can get involved before the official release.***To download the beta version of FireBIM, visit: https://www.designmaster.biz/fire-alarm/free-trial.htmlThe next episode will be released on April 20th.#FireBIM #ElectroBIM #RevitDesign #FireAlarm #BIM #MEPEngineering #FireProtection #RevitPlugins #ConstructionTech #AECIndustry

AI, BIM, and the Future of MEP Design

In our first season 5 audio episode of the Electrical Building Design Show, we’re joined by Kevin Lawson, PE, founder of Ripple, for a practical conversation on where automation in MEP actually stands today.We dive into:• HVAC automation and its real-world impact• AI workflows in Revit (what’s useful vs. what’s noise)• Why mechanical design often sets the direction for the entire building• What automation really means for the future of MEP designNo buzzwords, no overpromising, just an honest discussion about what’s working, what isn’t, and where things are headed.Join us if you’re interested in the intersection of engineering, automation, and design workflows that actually save time. The next episode will be released on February 16th.----------Register for a free webinar on best practices for creating single-line diagrams in Revit. https://www.designmaster.biz/webinar/register-pod.htmlTo download a free trial version of ElectroBIM, visit: ⁠⁠https://www.designmaster.biz/revit/free-trial.html⁠⁠----------#MEPDesign #HVACDesign #MechanicalEngineering #HVAC #BIM #Revit #DesignAutomation

One Engineer's Insights from Autodesk University

First-time AU attendee Dave Fetzer (SSOE) joins the Electrical Building Design Show to unpack what made Autodesk University truly eye-opening for him this year, from AI in Revit and interesting exhibitors to the meetups shaping BIM strategy.We also discuss how his team approaches automation in real projects (hint: it’s not about replacing engineers).Curious what surprised him most, and what he’s bringing back to the office?----------Register for a free webinar on best practices for creating single-line diagrams in Revit. https://www.designmaster.biz/webinar/register-pod.htmlTo download a free trial version of ElectroBIM, visit: ⁠⁠https://www.designmaster.biz/revit/free-trial.html⁠⁠----------#AutodeskUniversity #Revit #BIM #ElectricalEngineering #BuildingDesign

Revit 2026 vs. ElectroBIM Wire Sizing

Register for a free webinar on best practices for creating single-line diagrams in Revit. https://www.designmaster.biz/webinar/register-pod.htmlTo download a free trial version of ElectroBIM, visit: ⁠⁠https://www.designmaster.biz/revit/free-trial.html⁠⁠----------Autodesk has introduced new wire sizing features in Revit 2026, but how do they really compare to ElectroBIM?In this episode of the Electrical Building Design Show, David Robison walks through conductor settings, cable types, and wire sizing rules to see what’s new, what’s missing, and where ElectroBIM makes the difference.If you’re curious about which tool goes beyond parameters to deliver real-world electrical design calculations, this is the breakdown you’ll want to hear about.----------#Revit2026 #ElectroBIM #ElectricalDesign #BIM #RevitElectrical

How to Find and Train Electrical Engineers

In this episode of The Electrical Building Design Show, host David Robinson sits down with Sam Miller, founder of BETI (Building Engineer Training Institute), to discuss the gap between what students learn in school and what firms need.Sam shares his personal journey from feeling completely unprepared for MEP design to building a program that helps engineers and the firms that hire them succeed faster. Along the way, he reveals why awareness, training, and retention are the three biggest barriers to solving talent shortages.BETI Website: https://www.betibuilt.com/BETI Contact Form: https://www.betibuilt.com/contactNext episode drops: October 14th----------Register for a free webinar on best practices for creating single-line diagrams in Revit: https://www.designmaster.biz/webinar/register-pod.htmlTo download a free trial version of ElectroBIM, visit:⁠⁠https://www.designmaster.biz/revit/free-trial.html⁠⁠