Convert IFC to COBie
The IFC Transformation utility is used to convert existing IFC files to COBie spreadsheets.
The Covert IFC to COBies utility is provided to convert existing IFC files to COBie spreadsheets, because:- 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.