Chapter 9Creating Logical Systems

Creating and managing systems is the key to getting the Autodesk® Revit® MEP 2016 software to work for you. Systems represent the transfer of information between families. They are available for any ductwork or pipework system type you may have in your model. Electrical systems are also a part of Revit MEP and are discussed in Chapter 14, “Circuiting and Panels.”

In this chapter, you will learn to do the following:

  • Create and manage air systems
  • Create and manage piping systems
  • Configure duct connectors

Why Are Systems Important?

Systems are the logical connection between elements in the model. They are the link between the air terminal, the variable air volume (VAV) box, and the air handler, and they represent ...

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