Export to IFC

Export PASS/START-PROF piping models to Industry Foundation Classes (IFC) format for interoperability with BIM applications. IFC files can be opened in applications such as:

• Navisworks
• OpenIFCViewer (free cross-platform viewer available at: https://openifcviewer.com/#download)
• Online viewers like: https://cloud.opendesign.com/

Access the export function through: File > Export > To File IFC (.ifc)

Specify the export file path using the Browse button, then click Export to generate the IFC file. The dialog closes automatically upon successful export.

The following piping components are exported to IFC format:

• Pipe Elements
  • Straight pipe
  • Rigid element
  • Cylindrical shell
  • Flexible element
  • Conical reducer element
• Bends
  • Forged elbow
  • Induction bend
  • Miter bend
  • Welding elbow
  • Long radius bend
  • Elastic bend
  • Miter joint
  • Bend with trunnion
• Tees
  • Welding tee
  • Fabricated tee
  • Stub-in connection
  • Extruded outlet
  • Weldolet
  • Sweepolet
• Reducers
  • Concentric reducer
  • Eccentric reducer
• Expansion Joints
  • Single-use axial joint
  • Axial bellows expansion joint

Menu Access

File > Export > To File IFC (.ifc)