Clash detection that actually works on PDFs
Find coordination conflicts across architectural, structural, and MEP disciplines automatically from your 2D PDF drawing set. No BIM model required. Helonic reads the documents your team actually builds from.
Why clash detection matters
The cost of catching coordination conflicts in the field versus catching them in preconstruction.
From PDF upload to clash report
Helonic reads every sheet in your set and surfaces coordination conflicts in minutes.
Upload your drawings
Drop your PDF drawing set into Helonic. We handle sets of any size, no BIM model required.
AI reads every sheet
Our model understands what each discipline shows and where elements are located on each page.
Cross-reference across sheets
The system compares information across architectural, structural, and MEP sheets to find conflicts and contradictions.
Prioritized clash report
Get a ranked list of clashes with exact sheet references, page locations, and severity ratings.
Types of clashes detected
Coordination issues across every discipline pairing on your project.
MEP vs Structural
- Ductwork routing through beams
- Pipe penetrations through columns
- Conduit conflicts with structural elements
- Equipment locations vs structural clearances
MEP vs MEP
- HVAC vs plumbing routing conflicts
- Electrical vs mechanical clearances
- Diffuser vs lighting conflicts in RCP
- Fire sprinkler vs other ceiling elements
Architectural vs MEP
- Ceiling heights vs MEP clearances
- Wall locations vs equipment clearances
- Door swings into equipment
- Casework vs electrical outlets
Dimensional Conflicts
- Dimension strings that do not add up
- Plan vs elevation mismatches
- Grid line inconsistencies
- Scale conflicts between details
Why 2D clash detection matters
Most projects do not have complete BIM models from all trades. Even when BIM exists, the 2D construction documents are the legal contract documents that get built. If they have conflicts, those conflicts show up in the field.
Helonic analyzes the documents you actually build from: PDF drawings. We catch coordination issues that exist in the 2D documents, whether or not a 3D model exists.
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