Automated Slab Dimensioning for QTO Compliance

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Engineering Quantity Takeoff (QTO) demands precise Length and Width parameters for concrete slabs. However, the standard Revit Floor category lacks these dimensions

This Dynamo script automates complex geometric calculations into a simple one-click process, enhancing data accuracy and achieving significant time savings for quantity takeoff (QTO) preparation.

Methodology: From Geometry to Scheduled Data

  • Parameter Requirement: The workflow is contingent on the prior definition of two Shared Parameters (SLAB_LENGTH and SLAB_WIDTH), configured with a Common Length data type.
  • Geometry Extraction: The script isolates valid Floor elements and extracts their Bounding Box coordinates (Max and Min X/Y) to accurately define the slab’s horizontal footprint

Impact of Automation

This streamlined workflow highlights the value of automation by eliminating manual data entry, providing instant data consistency, and ensuring that geometric dimensions are accurately reflected in QTO documentation.

I’m eager to hear your thoughts and see how you tackle similar challenges in your workflows! Let’s keep the conversation and innovation flowing—I look forward to sharing more Dynamo insights soon. :rocket:

FLOOR LENGTH AND WIDTH.dyn (41.9 KB)