BIM (Building Information Modelling)

Smarter project planning with BIM models

Industrial Equipment

Plan with confidence using BIM models


Large projects and events are complex, with multiple contractors, tight schedules and no room for error. Building Information Modelling (BIM) helps bring order to that complexity.


By creating accurate, data-rich digital models of equipment and temporary works - utilising manufacturer-provided data - you can plan layouts, check clearances, map safety zones, and assess environmental impact before anything reaches site. This means fewer surprises, safer operations and more efficient delivery.


At Sunbelt Rentals, we make BIM practical. Our extensive library of BIM models covers everything from plant and access equipment to cabins, lighting towers and power solutions — each embedded with the technical, safety and sustainability data you need.


You can drop our assets straight into your project model, confident they’ll fit and perform as expected. And if you need support, our BIM team is on hand to create custom models or advise on the best approach.


By combining the right digital assets with our expertise, we help you plan smarter, reduce risk, and keep projects on time, on budget and aligned with your sustainability goals.

Visit our BIM library

Discover our Range of BIM Models

We’ve built one of the most comprehensive BIM libraries in the industry, designed to make planning simpler and more accurate. Every model is packed with the technical, safety and environmental data you need to make the right decisions.


  • Extensive equipment library: Access a wide range of models covering plant, access platforms, cabins, lighting towers, power solutions, barriers and welfare facilities.
  • Data rich assets: Each model includes details such as dimensions, turning circles, exclusion zones, lifting points and environmental performance data.
  • Accuracy & compatibility: All of our assets are built to manufacturer specifications and optimised for leading BIM platforms such as Revit, Navisworks and other CAD software.
  • Custom models: If a specific item isn’t available, our BIM team are on-hand to create bespoke BIM models tailored to your project.



What is BIM?

Learn more about BIM and how it can help you.

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BIM: For Planners

Find out how BIM can reduce risk and costs whilst improving safety and productivity.


BIM: For Designers

See how BIM can increase productivity as well as improving collaboration for designers.


BIM: For Temporary Works Contractors

Learn about how BIM can reduce the timescale, waste and costs for your temporary works.


BIM: For Construction Contractors

Discover how BIM can improve site safety and sustainability to deliver high quality results.


BIM: For Project Handovers

Find out how BIM can improve your brand reputation and keep your clients happy.


BIM: For ISO-19650 Standards

Learn about how BIM can ensure information is secure and trustworthy.


BIM: For Gemini Principles

See how BIM can make sure that information is fit for purpose, trustworthy, and functions effectively.


BIM: Digital Twin

Find out about Digital Twins, how they work, and what is a National Digital Twin?


BIM: COBIE

Learn more about the Construction Operations Building information exchange and how it works to enhance your experience with BIM.

How Customers Use Our BIM Models

Our BIM models aren’t just shapes on a screen — they’re working tools that help project teams plan smarter and avoid costly mistakes. Customers typically use them to:

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Plan site layouts

Drop cabins, barriers, generators, and access equipment into project models to test positioning and ensure everything fits.

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Check safety elements

Use built-in exclusion zones, lifting points and turning circles based on manufacturer-provided data to support site safety planning and help demonstrat compliance.

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Assess sustainability

Compare models with CO₂ and fuel data to make more sustainable equipment choices and reduce carbon footprint.

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Streamline approvals

Share visual, data-rich plans with stakeholders to speed up decision-making and reduce late-stage changes.

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Reduce project risk

Spot clashes and conflicts virtually, preventing rework and saving time once equipment arrives on site.

Benefits of using Sunbelt BIM models

Our BIM models give you practical advantages that make planning easier, sites safer, projects more sustainable, and budgets easier to control.

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    Confidence in planning: See how equipment fits into your design before ordering, so there are no surprises.
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    Safer sites: Built-in safety zones, load data and turning circles help create layouts that protect workers and the public.
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    Sustainability: Compare fuel use and CO₂ data to choose lower-emission equipment and cut your carbon footprint.
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    Improved collaboration: Share clear 3D models so your team and clients understand the plan and approve it faster.
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    Efficiency and savings: Spot clashes virtually to eliminate rework, cut hire periods and reduce costs.

Frequently Asked Questions