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IMC Mechanical Compliance Check

AI-powered International Mechanical Code compliance checking for mechanical construction drawings. Detect violations, missing requirements, and code compliance issues before they delay your permit or hit the field.

About International Mechanical Code

The model mechanical code for HVAC systems, exhaust, duct construction, hydronic systems, and refrigeration. Covers all mechanical systems not in the IPC or NEC scope.

Scope

Mechanical and HVAC systems in all building types

Editions

2021 IMC (current), 2018, 2015

Applicability

Adopted in most US jurisdictions alongside the IBC.

What We Check For

IMC compliance checking for mechanical drawings

Cross-reference mechanical details against International Mechanical Code requirements

Verify mechanical specifications meet IMC minimum standards

Check mechanical coordination against IMC referenced standards

Identify mechanical issues that could cause IMC compliance failures

Review mechanical drawings for common IMC violations

Common Mechanical Issues We Catch

HVAC, exhaust, ventilation, and refrigeration drawings.

Outdoor air ventilation rate calculation errors (ASHRAE 62.1)

Duct sizing and static pressure calculation mismatches

Equipment clearance and access deficiencies

Exhaust system termination proximity to intakes

Kitchen hood makeup air deficiencies

Smoke control system design gaps

Energy code compliance — equipment efficiency and controls

Why IMC Mechanical Compliance Matters

International Mechanical Code compliance for mechanical drawings is critical because violations discovered during plan review delay permits, and issues found during construction result in costly rework, change orders, and schedule delays. Catching IMC mechanical issues during preconstruction costs 10x less than fixing them in the field (CII, 1-10-100 Rule).

How Articulate Checks IMC Compliance

Upload Your PDF Drawings

Upload your mechanical PDF drawings. No BIM models or 3D software required — Articulate works with the 2D PDFs your team already uses.

Purpose-Built Construction AI

Articulate's AI is trained specifically to review construction drawings against IMC requirements. Domain-specific training catches issues that generic AI tools miss.

Exact Issue Locations

Every IMC compliance issue is tagged with the exact page and coordinates on your drawings, plus severity ratings (high, medium, low) so you can prioritize.