Uploading a model to SCIA AutoConverter
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Q: How will I upload a structural model to AutoConverter?
A: You can use a direct import via Bimplus webpage, or integrated interface in your CAD application.
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Q: What file formats are supported to be uploaded to Bimplus as structural models?
A: You can use *.skp, *.ifc, *.ifczip.
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Q: Can I upload a model directly from a CAD application?
A: It depends if the CAD application has established interface with Bimplus. Some desktop applications have fully integrated the interface (Allplan – structural model, SCIA Engineer – analysis model), others has dedicated plugins (Revit – structural model). Search the knowledge base of your CAD application.
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Q: How will I upload the analysis model to AutoConverter?
A: Upload to AutoConverter can be done via SAF file import or via Bimplus exchange interface built in SCIA Engineer (File->Export->Bimplus exchange).
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Q: Can I use IFC to upload analysis model?
A: No, IFC is only for structural models. For analysis model use SAF or Bimplus exchange in SCIA Engineer.
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Q: Upload of an analysis model from SCIA Engineer takes very long.
A: This strictly depends on the size of the model. Uploading a model with loads and results can significantly increase the upload time.