Clash Matrix

Clash Matrix

A clash matrix provides a convenient means of coordinating across disciplines and of making quick decisions about which elements of one discipline should be adapted to another in case of a clash. A coordination tool searches for collisions between models from various disciplines that have been federated into a single model.

Coordination tool is provided by the appointing party and is managed by the lead appointed party. Conflicts are assigned to discipline leads within each project group, who will be responsible for each clash.

Following a hierarchy of disciplines that occur chronologically during construction of the building, the disciplines are ranked by importance. Priority is given to architectural and structural models, followed by mechanical, plumbing, electrical, and firesafety systems.

A red alphabet indicates the discipline responsible for its internal coordination, as shown in the following table. The numerical order specifies the order in which clash detection occurs. Reference table below.

Issues created upon clash detection with visual representation and description that includes naming, responsible party and priority