Graphics Programs Reference
In-Depth Information
Mounting Options for ACs/AHUs
There are two mounting options for ACs/AHUs.
Floor Mounted
In
Figure 10.5
, the mechanical plant on the right has been
constructed to be mounted directly to the floor. The plant would
probably be best created with a standard or generic template (in
other words, level hosted). This way an offset could be applied to
allow for a plinth, which may not be included in the model until a
later time.
Skid Mounted
For the example on the left side of
Figure 10.5
, the family can be
created in a couple of ways:
• The family can be created in the same manner as the previous
example, which allows for an offset to be applied. This allows for
the structural engineer to locate elements in their file. Then
subsequent placement of the mechanical plant is done in the
MEP file. This method could also be using units.
• Alternatively, the mechanical equipment family can have the
structural elements built in, allowing the MEP designer to place
the unit—including the rails—directly on the slab.
