BIMDEX
IFC Exporter for SolidWorks
IFC
Exporter/Converter for SolidWorks is a simple way of data exchange through
plug-in/add-on tool which creates IFC BIM files from SolidWorks Assemblies (.sldasm) and
Parts (.sldprt),along
with the metadata, hierarchy and categories.
At a Glance
How to Export SolidWorks models to IFC BIM files?
How It Works
SolidWorks to IFC Workflow
01
SolidWorks
SLDPRT & SLDASM file Formats
Export the SolidWorks Model to BXF file by using BXF Exporter for SolidWorks
02
BIMDeX
BXF file Format
BXF file would carry all the designed data information of the model.
03
IFC
DWG file Format
Import the BXF file in AutoCAD Civil 3D using the BIMDeX Importer to obtain native Civil 3D Blocks
How Is It Different?
SolidWorks to IFC Conversion Features
Expose SolidWorks platform into the BIM environment with easy transfer of SolidWorks model to other CAD & BIM software through the BIMDeX customized and safe data exchange platform.
Part and Assembly Conversion to IFC Blocks
Convert all your SolidWorks parts and assemblies to native IFC 4.0 or 2x3 (.ifc) and (.ifczip) formats.
Configuration Based Export
Export based on your desired configuration from SolidWorks to exchange only the necessary components.
Exclusion / Simplification Options
Option to exclude components based on File name, Properties, Volume, Quantity, Tool Box Components, Views, etc.,.
IFC Categories
Appropriate IFC Categories can be assigned to all the SolidWorks parts and Assemblies. Rules can be created to easily assign categories.
Maintain Instances
Tool have option to import using various import types to maintain model hierarchy in Civil 3D accordinglyBIMDeX Instantiates SolidWorks Parts and Assemblies for better performance.
Support for IFC Measurements
BIMDeX Supports a few IFCMeasurements by which other BIM applications can recognize those measurements based on their document Unit system.
Property Set Creation
SolidWorks Properties can be grouped under separate "Property sets" in the IFC file depending upon the project requirements.
Metadata Information
All the metadata information from SolidWorks can be transferred to IFC, and users have the option to choose the required properties to be exported.
Model Hierarchy
Hierarchy of the SolidWorks model will be maintained in Revit and users have an option to collapse/flatten the hierarchy based on the requirement. SolidWorks Assemblies and Sub-Assemblies will be converted as Nested families in Revit. Users can view the hierarchy in the IFC file in any supported IFC Viewers.
Unique GUID
Option for the user to maintain unique GUID for each component. Users can make it as Static or Dynamic based on the requirement.
Coordinate System Based Export
Option for the user to export the model based on the desired UCS. This will help the user to change the model Orientation.
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- Stand Alone License
- Single user
- Unlimited conversions
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- Starts from 5 Users
- Unlimited conversions
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Frequently asked questions
All SolidWorks Parts (.sldprt) and Assemblies (.sldasm) can
be converted to Civil 3D Blocks (.DWG)
Any model type such as Furniture, Lighting, HVAC, MEP
Elements, Structural or Architectural components can be converted.
The tool works in English, German, French, Italian and
Spanish environments.
You need to have both the software to use the product. But if
you do not, you can opt our CAD translation service, so we would convert your
SolidWorks models to AutoCAD for you.
No, this is just an addon plugin tool that will be installed
in your existing SolidWorks and Civil 3D environments.
You can export including the part properties, colors as well
as all geometry. There will be no loss in any meta data. The hierarchy will be
maintained and components will be instantiated.
You can either raise an enquiry through the web form or
contact sales@bim-dex.com with your requirement. One of our representatives will
get in touch with you and assist you accordingly.
You can either purchase the product from us directly by
reaching us at sales@bim-dex.com or through on of our approved re-sellers in
your region. Please refer to the "Resellers" page in the "Contacts" menu for the
list of our re-sellers.
We offer Annual subscription, Single User Node Locked
license, Network Floating license starting from 5 users and enterprise license
options. Please reach out to sales@bim-dex.com for more information on product
licensing and pricing.
Yes, support and maintenance is included with the annual
subscription for all our products.