Convert IFC to COBie
The IFC Transformation utility is
used to convert existing IFC files to COBie spreadsheets.
- You may want an IFC file to be transformed to a COBie spreadsheet. This utility makes this possible without having to recreate an IFC file using the IFC Export dialog.
- You may receive an IFC file from a 3rd party which wants to transform it to a COBie spreadsheet.
- You may have created several IFC files from a federated BIM due to file size limitations, which can be converted to COBies using the suitable template option and exclude unnecessary classes, thereby making it possible to create a solitary COBie spreadsheet.
Note: During conversion,
the source file header is checked as follows:
- /* description
*/: If the header does not include FMHandOverView, the warning message
Not a Facility Management Handover (COBie) file, COBie spreadsheet may not be complete
is displayed. - /* originating system */: If the file was not created by OpenBuildings Designer, the warning message File not created by OpenBuildings Designer, COBie spreadsheet may not be correct is displayed.