As described in the glossary under IFC (Industry Foundation Classes), the IFC format is an open data standard in the construction industry used to describe components in digital building models (Building Information Modeling). It enables the exchange of information between various CAD solutions and other systems in the construction and building management sectors.
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Since each program handles the import and export of IFC files differently, we have compiled an overview of the various IFC-compatible BIM programs, as well as the interfaces and how they work:
IFC (Industry Foundation Classes)
This is a BIIM theory article that explains the basic principles and provides general information on the topic of IFC.
Revit not only offers a comprehensive solution for architecture, structural engineering, building services, and electrical engineering, but also highly sophisticated interfaces for data exchange with other programs, including IFC import and export for various third-party software applications.
ARCHICAD offers advanced Open BIM capabilities as well as IFC export and import options.
This article provides information on IFC classification in ARCHICAD, the Properties Manager, and managing IFC data in ARCHICAD using the IFC Project Manager.
This article generally addresses the topic of "model-based data exchange" and provides an overview of the various IFC converters available in ARCHICAD.
The following articles cover the topic of IFC import:
This article provides instructions for successfully importing IFC files into Revit.
This article provides a detailed overview of importing IFC files into ArchiCAD
The following articles cover IFC export:
This article provides instructions for the IFC exporters in Revit 2017 and 2018, as well as for the IFC user interface (Revit 2016 R2). It also includes the Autodesk IFC Export Guide.
This article provides detailed instructions on how to export an IFC model from ARCHICAD, as well as explanations and troubleshooting tips for the various errors that may occur during the export process.
IFC Export from ARCHICAD to Revit
Unlike the "standard" IFC export from ARCHICAD, this article focuses specifically on an IFC export optimized for structural engineering.
ARCHICAD MEP IFC Export for Revit
The TGA IFC export requires a few additional settings compared to a "standard" IFC export. This article provides the additional information needed for a successful export.