BIM Files for Lorin’s Finishes Available for Direct Download

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Lorin Industries Inc., a global producer of coil anodized aluminum, now offers building information modeling (BIM) files for its anodized aluminum colors and finishes, which are available for direct download from its website. This feature of the website, the company says, enables architects, engineers and contractors to directly access BIM files which enable streamlined and collaborative design and build processes. For those architectural firms that use RIB’s SpecLink software, Lorin’s products can be specced directly from RIB.

The benefits of anodized aluminum for architectural applications are far ranging, according to Lorin. Anodized aluminum reportedly provides a durable solution that does not chip, flake or peel. The company says this durability combines with natural beauty to bring long-lasting aesthetics to products ranging from cladding and roofing systems to interior panels, decorative applications and other possibilities. Lorin also maintains that the colors and finishes of its anodized aluminum contribute to its appearance.

Architects, engineers and contractors looking to integrate Lorin’s anodized aluminum into their next project can visualize its impact on their projects using BIM. To streamline this process, the company now offers BIM files for its finishes directly on its website. BIM is notable for enabling a collaborative approach to design and build, representing both the functional systems, such as electrical and HVAC systems, and the aesthetic aspects of a project, such as roofs and walls.