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The Electrical Building Design Show podcast provides discussions on topics within the field of electrical engineering and covers themes like specific calculations, common problems, and best practices. It's presented by David Robison, Design Master Software president.

We invite you to attend a free webinar on creating single-line diagrams in Revit: https://www.designmaster.biz/webinar/register-pod.html

Design Master Software develops advanced electrical design software for electrical engineers using AutoCAD and Revit -- ElectroBIM for Revit, Electrical and HVAC: for AutoCAD, and Photometrics.

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  • S5 · E7
    August 17 · 9 min

    Revit Fire Alarm Systems designed by AI

    In August's podcast, we put an AI assistant to work on a real Revit project using FireBIM and see how far it can get with surprisingly little guidance. Along the way, it encounters real-world modeling challenges, explains its decisions, and shows what's possible today with AI-assisted engineering. This is not about replacing the engineer. It's about discovering what work AI can take off your plate, and where your expertise still matters most. Listen to hear how AI is changing the future of fire alarm design. The next episode will be released on September 21st. ---------- Register for a free webinar on fire alarm design in Revit. https://www.designmaster.biz/fire-alarm/webinar To download a free trial version of FireBIM, visit: https://www.designmaster.biz/fire-alarm

  • S5 · E6
    July 20 · 3 min

    NEC 2026 Healthcare Facility Loads

    Register for a free webinar on best practices for creating single-line diagrams in Revit. https://www.designmaster.biz/webinar/register-pod.html To download a free trial version of ElectroBIM, visit: ⁠⁠https://www.designmaster.biz/revit/free-trial.html⁠⁠ ---------- In this month's Electrical Building Design Show podcast, we explore how the way you calculate receptacle loads in healthcare facilities is changing, and NEC 2026 takes a very different approach than NEC 2023. If you're still calculating specific patient care equipment the old way, you'll want to hear this. Listen to make sure your next healthcare facility load calculation is up to code. The next episode will be released on August 17th ---------- #NEC2026 #NEC #electricalengineering #ElectricalDesign #NationalElectricalCode #HealthcareDesign #ElectricalContractor #LoadCalculations #NFPA #BIM #ElectricalCode #PE #MEP #FacilityDesign

  • S5 · E5
    June 15 · 5 min

    2026 NEC Electrical Vehicle Supply Changes

    Register for a free webinar on best practices for creating single-line diagrams in Revit. https://www.designmaster.biz/webinar/register-pod.html To download a free trial version of ElectroBIM, visit: ⁠⁠https://www.designmaster.biz/revit/free-trial.html⁠⁠ ---------- In this month's Electrical Building Design Show podcast episode, we talk about how the 2026 NEC is tightening up how electric vehicle charging loads are calculated, and the changes that could significantly impact your feeder and service designs. We dig into the updated code sections that every electrical engineer needs to understand before sizing their next system, including some changes that may surprise you. The next episode will be released on July 20th. ---------- #NEC2026 #ElectricalEngineering #EVCharging #EVSE #ElectricVehicles #NEC #LoadCalculations #ElectricalDesign #BIM #Revit

  • S5 · E4
    May 18 · 3 min

    AI in AEC: Lessons From CAD and BIM

    Register for a free webinar on best practices for creating single-line diagrams in Revit. https://www.designmaster.biz/webinar/register-pod.html To download a free trial version of ElectroBIM, visit: ⁠⁠https://www.designmaster.biz/revit/free-trial.html⁠⁠ ---------- In this month's Electrical Building Design Show podcast episode, we talk about how the AEC industry is pushing back hard on AI, but how we've also seen this exact story play out before. Twice. From hand drafting to CAD. From CAD to BIM. The same arguments, the same skeptics, the same outcome. So what does that tell us about where AI is headed for architects and engineers? Listen to find out why early criticism isn't the same as being right, and why this industry has lost this bet before. The next episode will be released on June 15th. #AEC #ArchitectureAndEngineering #AIinConstruction #BIM #Revit #ConstructionTechnology #AECInnovation #StructuralEngineering

  • S5 · E3
    April 20 · 1 min

    Revit 2027: What's New for Electrical Engineers?

    In our latest Electrical Building Design Show podcast episode, we look at the recent release of Revit 2027. If you're an electrical engineer, you'll want to hear this before you get too excited, though. Everyone's talking about the new AI features, and yes, they're interesting. But when you dig into what's actually in this release for electrical design specifically, the list is... short. Very short. No buzzwords, no overpromising, just an honest discussion about what’s working, what isn’t, and where things are headed. We go through the full release notes so you don't have to, and compare the information to what appeared in last year's release. Listen to find out if Revit 2027 is worth your attention. The next episode will be released on May 4th. ------------ Register for a free webinar on best practices for creating single-line diagrams in Revit. https://www.designmaster.biz/webinar/register-pod.html To download a free trial version of ElectroBIM, visit: ⁠⁠https://www.designmaster.biz/revit/free-trial.html⁠⁠ #Revit2027 #ElectricalEngineering #MEPEngineering #BIM #Revit #ElectricalDesign #RevitElectrical #BuildingInformationModeling #EngineeringTechnology #AutodeskRevit

  • S5 · E2
    March 16 · 2 min

    FireBIM: Fire Alarm Design in Revit

    The same team that created ElectroBIM is back with something new. In this short episode, we pull back the curtain on FireBIM, our new fire alarm design software built specifically for Revit. We walk through why we built it, what problems it solves, and what makes it different from what Revit offers out of the box. If you've ever wanted to complete your entire fire alarm design workflow inside Revit, from floor plans to riser diagrams, this introductory episode is for you. We give you a first look at the core features we've been developing, share where we are in the build process, and let you know how you can get involved before the official release. ***To download the beta version of FireBIM, visit: https://www.designmaster.biz/fire-alarm/free-trial.html The next episode will be released on April 20th. #FireBIM #ElectroBIM #RevitDesign #FireAlarm #BIM #MEPEngineering #FireProtection #RevitPlugins #ConstructionTech #AECIndustry

  • S5 · E1
    January 20 · 26 min

    AI, BIM, and the Future of MEP Design

    In our first season 5 audio episode of the Electrical Building Design Show, we’re joined by Kevin Lawson, PE, founder of Ripple, for a practical conversation on where automation in MEP actually stands today. We dive into: • HVAC automation and its real-world impact • AI workflows in Revit (what’s useful vs. what’s noise) • Why mechanical design often sets the direction for the entire building • What automation really means for the future of MEP design No buzzwords, no overpromising, just an honest discussion about what’s working, what isn’t, and where things are headed. Join us if you’re interested in the intersection of engineering, automation, and design workflows that actually save time. The next episode will be released on February 16th. ---------- Register for a free webinar on best practices for creating single-line diagrams in Revit. https://www.designmaster.biz/webinar/register-pod.html To download a free trial version of ElectroBIM, visit: ⁠⁠https://www.designmaster.biz/revit/free-trial.html⁠⁠ ---------- #MEPDesign #HVACDesign #MechanicalEngineering #HVAC #BIM #Revit #DesignAutomation

  • S4 · E11
    Nov 18, 2025 · 52 min

    One Engineer's Insights from Autodesk University

    First-time AU attendee Dave Fetzer (SSOE) joins the Electrical Building Design Show to unpack what made Autodesk University truly eye-opening for him this year, from AI in Revit and interesting exhibitors to the meetups shaping BIM strategy. We also discuss how his team approaches automation in real projects (hint: it’s not about replacing engineers). Curious what surprised him most, and what he’s bringing back to the office? ---------- Register for a free webinar on best practices for creating single-line diagrams in Revit. https://www.designmaster.biz/webinar/register-pod.html To download a free trial version of ElectroBIM, visit: ⁠⁠https://www.designmaster.biz/revit/free-trial.html⁠⁠ ---------- #AutodeskUniversity #Revit #BIM #ElectricalEngineering #BuildingDesign

  • S4 · E10
    Oct 14, 2025 · 9 min

    Revit 2026 vs. ElectroBIM Wire Sizing

    Register for a free webinar on best practices for creating single-line diagrams in Revit. https://www.designmaster.biz/webinar/register-pod.html To download a free trial version of ElectroBIM, visit: ⁠⁠https://www.designmaster.biz/revit/free-trial.html⁠⁠ ---------- Autodesk has introduced new wire sizing features in Revit 2026, but how do they really compare to ElectroBIM? In this episode of the Electrical Building Design Show, David Robison walks through conductor settings, cable types, and wire sizing rules to see what’s new, what’s missing, and where ElectroBIM makes the difference. If you’re curious about which tool goes beyond parameters to deliver real-world electrical design calculations, this is the breakdown you’ll want to hear about. ---------- #Revit2026 #ElectroBIM #ElectricalDesign #BIM #RevitElectrical

  • S4 · E9
    Sep 17, 2025 · 34 min

    How to Find and Train Electrical Engineers

    In this episode of The Electrical Building Design Show, host David Robinson sits down with Sam Miller, founder of BETI (Building Engineer Training Institute), to discuss the gap between what students learn in school and what firms need. Sam shares his personal journey from feeling completely unprepared for MEP design to building a program that helps engineers and the firms that hire them succeed faster. Along the way, he reveals why awareness, training, and retention are the three biggest barriers to solving talent shortages. BETI Website: https://www.betibuilt.com/ BETI Contact Form: https://www.betibuilt.com/contact Next episode drops: October 14th ----------Register for a free webinar on best practices for creating single-line diagrams in Revit: https://www.designmaster.biz/webinar/register-pod.html To download a free trial version of ElectroBIM, visit:⁠⁠https://www.designmaster.biz/revit/free-trial.html⁠⁠

  • S4 · E8
    Aug 19, 2025 · 10 min

    Revit 2026 Wire Sizing

    Revit 2026 introduces major changes to wire sizing, and they’re not where you think. In this episode of the Electrical Building Design Show, we dive into the surprising updates, explore the new conductor and cable settings UI, and reveal what’s missing (and what’s finally possible). If you work with Revit MEP, wire sizing, or electrical design workflows, you’ll want to hear this. Bonus: Hear how ElectroBIM levels up wire sizing even further. ---------- Register for a free webinar on best practices for creating single-line diagrams in Revit. https://www.designmaster.biz/webinar/register-pod.html ---------- To download a free trial version of ElectroBIM, visit: ⁠⁠https://www.designmaster.biz/revit/free-trial.html⁠⁠

  • S4 · E7
    Jul 15, 2025 · 5 min

    Revit 2026: Usage & Adoption

    What does the lifecycle of a Revit version really look like in the wild? Using anonymized data from ElectroBIM, our Revit add-in for electrical engineers, we’ve uncovered fascinating patterns in how Revit versions are adopted, and eventually phased out, across real-world projects. In this podcast episode, we chart the adoption curve of each version from Revit 2020 through the newest 2026 release. Which versions peaked in popularity? How long does it really take for a new version to become the industry standard? And when does a Revit version officially become “old”? ---------- Register for a free webinar on best practices for creating single-line diagrams in Revit. https://www.designmaster.biz/webinar/register-pod.html ---------- To download a free trial version of ElectroBIM, visit: ⁠⁠https://www.designmaster.biz/revit/free-trial.html⁠⁠

  • S4 · E6
    Jun 17, 2025 · 4 min

    What Happened to Voltage Drop in Revit 2026?

    Revit 2026 quietly removed voltage drop calculations, an essential feature for electrical engineers. Why did Autodesk make this change, and what does it mean for your BIM workflow? This episode of the Electrical Building Design Show explores the implications, the limitations of Revit’s past implementation, and how ElectroBIM fills the gap with purpose-built tools for accurate voltage drop, wire sizing, and full electrical design integration. ---------- Register for a free webinar on best practices for creating single-line diagrams in Revit. https://www.designmaster.biz/webinar/register-pod.html To download a free trial version of ElectroBIM, visit: ⁠⁠https://www.designmaster.biz/revit/free-trial.html⁠⁠ #Revit2026 #VoltageDrop #ElectricalDesign #BIM #Revit #ElectricalEngineering #SingleLineDiagrams #BIMworkflow

  • S4 · E5
    May 20, 2025 · 7 min

    Revit 2026: New Features for Electrical Engineers

    In this episode of the Electrical Building Design Show, we dive into the new features for electrical engineers in Revit 2026. From improved browser organization for panel schedules to a complete overhaul of wire sizing tools, we explore what’s useful, what’s not, and how these updates will affect your workflow. Get insights on new schedule parameters, circuit improvements, and the removal of voltage drop calculations. Plus, hear how ElectroBIM steps in to enhance Revit's capabilities with features like automatic wire sizing, single-line diagrams, and accurate voltage drop analysis. #Revit2026 #ElectricalEngineering #MEP #BIM #BuildingDesign #Revit

  • S4 · E4
    Apr 15, 2025 · 3 min

    BIM for Fire Alarm Design

    Fire alarm design is often overlooked in BIM discussions, but presents a major opportunity for improved efficiency and collaboration. By integrating the 3D model, riser diagram, calculations, and operations matrix into a workflow, designers can ensure every change updates automatically across the system. In this episode of the Electrical Building Design Show, we look at how integrating the 3D model, riser diagram, calculations, and operations matrix into a workflow, designers can ensure every change updates automatically across the system. The next episode will be released on May 20th. -------- Register for a free webinar on best practices for creating single-line diagrams in Revit. https://www.designmaster.biz/webinar/register-pod.html -------- To download a free trial version of ElectroBIM, visit: ⁠⁠https://www.designmaster.biz/revit/free-trial.html⁠⁠ #BIM #Revit #FireAlarm #FireProtection #ElectricalEngineering #RevitFireAlarm #FireSafety

  • S4 · E3
    Mar 18, 2025 · 6 min

    AI in MEP Design

    If you’re curious about the future of AI in MEP design and want to understand where this technology is headed, this episode is for you! In this episode of the Electrical Building Design Show, we look at the impact of artificial intelligence on the MEP industry, specifically for design engineers. Spoiler alert: AI isn't here to replace engineers and designers. The next episode will be released on April 15th. -------- Register for a free webinar on best practices for creating single-line diagrams in Revit. https://www.designmaster.biz/webinar/register-pod.html -------- To download a free trial version of ElectroBIM, visit: ⁠⁠https://www.designmaster.biz/revit/free-trial.html⁠⁠

  • S4 · E2
    Feb 18, 2025 · 12 min

    Revit 2023 Electrical Sample Project

    For anyone interested in learning Revit, the supplied electrical sample project is an important part of the educational process. The latest Electrical Building Design Show podcast looks at the Revit 2023 Sample Project to examine its structure and explore how ElectroBIM can enhance its single-line diagram workflows. The next episode will be released on March 18th. Additional Episodes: Revit 2024: New Features for Electrical Engineers:https://open.spotify.com/episode/24WHTJiNwcmcwivDkfC0kb?si=FaErymtWR7uhD3rG7ZAfcw -------- Register for a free webinar on best practices for creating single-line diagrams in Revit. https://www.designmaster.biz/webinar/register-pod.html -------- To download a free trial version of ElectroBIM, visit: ⁠⁠https://www.designmaster.biz/revit/free-trial.html⁠⁠ #Revit #BIM #Revitsingleline #ElectricalDesign #electricalengineering #ElectroBIM #EngineeringTools

  • S4 · E1
    Jan 21, 2025 · 6 min

    Learn Revit for Electrical Design

    This Electrical Building Design Show podcast kicks off the fourth season by exploring how to learn Revit for electrical engineers. In this episode, we discuss how the Revit journey can seem daunting whether you're just starting or looking to level up. But with the right strategies and tools, you can master Revit and unlock new efficiencies in your workflow. The next episode will be released on February 18th. -------- Register for a free webinar on best practices for creating single-line diagrams in Revit. https://www.designmaster.biz/webinar/register-pod.html To download a free trial version of ElectroBIM, visit: ⁠⁠https://www.designmaster.biz/revit/free-trial.html⁠⁠ #Revit #BIM #Revitsingleline #ElectricalDesign #electricalengineering #ElectroBIM #EngineeringTools

  • S3 · E12
    Dec 31, 2024 · 2 min

    Defining BIM for Electrical Engineers

    This Electrical Building Design Show podcast looks at BIM (Building Information modeling) for electrical engineers, and how it is a game-changer—transforming how we design and collaborate in the AEC industry. In this episode, we discuss the history and importance of BIM and how Revit stands out as the only viable BIM solution for electrical engineers. The next episode will be released on January 14th. -------- Register for a free webinar on best practices for creating single-line diagrams in Revit. https://www.designmaster.biz/webinar/register-pod.html To download a free trial version of ElectroBIM, visit: ⁠⁠https://www.designmaster.biz/revit/free-trial.html⁠⁠ -------- #Revit #BIM #AEC #ElectricalEngineering #Collaboration #electgricalengineers #revitsingleline

  • S3 · E11
    Dec 17, 2024 · 5 min

    AEC Technology Adoption

    This Electrical Building Design Show podcast attempts to answer the question: Is the AEC industry slow to adopt new technology, or are there logical reasons for its pace of innovation? In this episode, we look at the history of technology adoption in Architecture, Engineering, and Construction, from CAD and BIM to AI and generative design. Discover how AEC professionals are pushing the limits of technology while balancing practicality and readiness. The next episode will be released on December 31st. -------- Register for a free webinar on best practices for creating single-line diagrams in Revit. https://www.designmaster.biz/webinar/register-pod.html -------- To download a free trial version of ElectroBIM, visit: ⁠⁠https://www.designmaster.biz/revit/free-trial.html⁠⁠ #AEC #TechnologyAdoption #BIM #ConstructionInnovation #engineering #electricalengineers #Revit

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