Issue Manager in ArchiCAD
In the following article, we will describe the features and structure of ArchiCAD’s new Issue Manager. We’ll explain how to create or edit new issues and how you can use this tool...
Parts lists and view templates
This article describes how to use the component lists and view templates preconfigured in the template for structural engineering, architecture, and building services engineering,...
IFC Export from Revit
BIM Standard Austria
The Austrian BIM Standard was originally one of the most widely recognized BIM guidelines in the world—but unfortunately, it has yet to find widespread practical application. This...
Copy and Monitor
This process standard describes Revit's built-in "Copy/Track" and "Coordination Check" features, which allow changes to Revit objects to be propagated across files and tracked.On...
Solibri | Create a classification rule
Solibri (Office), an IFC validation software, offers a "Classification" feature that allows users to perform user-friendly recategorization based on existing model information—or...
Linear Configurators
General Parameters
Parameters are the carriers of information for model elements. They are the "I" in BIM and are used for communication and control.This article describes the wide variety of...
Using Revit Families in Linear
Classification Manager in ArchiCAD
This article describes the Classification Manager and its function in ArchiCAD (AC). In ArchiCAD, model elements or building materials should be classified according to one or...
Sizing cables
"Dimension Piping" allows you to adjust the dimensions of piping in building services design, thereby streamlining a time-consuming step in Revit. This feature enables you to...
Open BIM and Closed BIM
The construction industry in German-speaking countries (and especially the design sector) is highly fragmented—most design firms (e.g., 90% of all architectural firms) have fewer...
Visualization
In the context of BIM, visualization software refers to plug-ins or standalone solutions designed to provide high-quality graphical representations of digital building models....
Template
The cornerstone of successful BIM implementation and efficient processes is the extensive set of presets that control the software’s internal automation and workflows—commonly...
Window
Along with doors, windows represent the most complex object types in BIM workflows for building construction. Extensive requirements set forth in drawing symbol regulations...
Handling External Data
A project usually involves several companies, not all of which use the same software. This results in different file formats that need to be integrated.This article describes how...
Properties Manager in ArchiCAD
This article explains the Properties Manager and its function in ArchiCAD. The Properties Manager is the software’s central control panel for managing the alphanumeric properties...
Support Services
The technically complex nature of BIM work raises many issues that can push users to their limits. We therefore provide our clients with comprehensive expert support services....
Lighting design
A lighting design calculation is used to plan lighting systems for indoor and outdoor lighting. This article describes the process of lighting design using software. Using the...
GUID - Globally Unique Identifier
Globally Unique Identifiers, or GUIDs for short, are used in BIM technology to uniquely identify objects and attributes.More information about GUIDs on Wikipedia