What is IFC model in Revit?

What are IFC models?

The IFC, Industry Foundation Classes, is a particular data format that has the purpose to allow the inter-exchange of an information model without loss or distortion of data.

How do I use IFC models in Revit?

Click File tab Open (IFC). In the Open IFC File dialog, navigate to the IFC file to import, and select it. If needed, for Files of type, specify the type of file to open: ifc, ifcXML, or ifcZIP. (Optional) If you do not want elements to join automatically, clear Auto-Join Elements.

What does an IFC file contain?

An IFC file is a model file created in the Industry Foundation Classes (IFC) format, which is an open file format used by Building Information Modeling (BIM) programs. It contains a model of a building or facility, including spatial elements, materials, and shapes.

Does Revit use IFC?

Revit provides fully certified IFC import and export based on buildingSMART® IFC data exchange standards. For import (to open or link an IFC file), Revit supports IFC files based on the following buildingSMART International (bSI) data exchange standards: IFC2x3, IFC2x2, and IFC2x.

How do I know my IFC model?

Opening an IFC file

1. download usBIM.viewer+ for free and run the setup;
2. once installed, simply launch the software and click on the “Create document from IFC” button;
3. browse to your folder and select the IFC file to open.
4. now view the 3D model together with its entities and relating properties.

Who uses IFC?

An architect creates their design model and exports an IFC version to share with the HVAC engineer. The HVAC engineer can reference this file into their own software and use this for coordination. More than that, the engineer can also use the IFC model as a basis for energy analysis.

Can you edit an IFC File in Revit?

You cannot change the geometry of any IFC elements. You can change phase and other parameter value.

How do you explode an IFC File in Revit?

Select the import symbol. Click Modify | tab Import Instance panel Explode drop-down (Partial Explode) or (Full Explode).

Why do we need IFC?

IFC, a member of the World Bank Group, advances economic development and improves the lives of people by encouraging the growth of the private sector in developing countries. We achieve this by creating new markets, mobilizing other investors, and sharing expertise.

What is an IFC object?

Definition from buildingSMART: An IfcObject is the generalization of any semantically treated thing or process. Objects are things as they appear – i.e. occurrences.

What is IFC interface?

The IFC can be configured to interface to a NOR or NAND flash device on any bank. In addition, the IFC contains a GPCM that can be used as a synchronous interface to a variety of devices, including external PHYs, ASICs or FPGAs.

What is IFC in BIM?

IFC is short for International Foundation Class and files using the IFC file format are Building Information Modelling (BIM) files. However, unlike other BIM file formats, IFC files are platform neutral and can be read and edited by any BIM software.

How do I add an IFC parameter in Revit?

In the Parameter Properties dialog, under Parameter Data, for Group parameter under, select IFC Parameters. Make sure that Type is selected, and click OK. In the Family Types dialog, IFCExportAs displays in the parameter list. Under Parameters, click Add.