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Export of an IFC file from IDEA StatiCa Connection

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The Industry Foundation Classes (IFC) format is an open data, vendor-neutral format that enables the sharing of CAD data. This offers users the ability to share a connection design in a format readable by other BIM software.

One IFC model is more than a dozen drawings

As a detailer, modeling a complex, or even simple, connection design according to 2D drawings provided by a structural engineer can get complicated and create room for error. Therefore, it is important to share as much information between the professions as possible. So, why not use a format that is recognized by every BIM software tool of the industry? An IFC provides you with a 3D representation of the connection, which can be linked to Tekla, Revit, etc., and IFC viewers.

How to export your connection design into IFC

All it takes is one click!

Design your steel joint in IDEA StatiCa Connection and navigate to the Report tab.
Click on the IFC export icon, and it's done!

You can export connections into IFC even if you don't use the desktop application!

Just upload the steel joint to our web application IDEA Statica Viewer.
Click on the icon of IFC file and IFC of your joint will be automatically downloaded.

The IFC file includes:

A geometrically accurate model of the connection, including bolts and welds.
Basic information about cross-sections, bolts, welds, and materials.
The model defined as an IFC2x3 coordination view

A visual representation of a connection

The IFC file can be imported to BIM/CAD tools (such as Tekla Structures, Autodesk Revit, etc.) as a visual representation of the connection model. This provides the detailer with a better understanding of the model. Opening the model in any IFC viewer software brings you a wholesome view and the possibility to create additional section views, cuts, and measurements.