Create a New BCF File from the Building Model

IFC Converter

Create a new BCF file from the building model as follows:

  1. Activate the model window.
  2. Select Archives | IFC BCF. The BIM Collaboration Format dialog box opens.
  3. Select File > Create new file on the right side of the dialog box.
  4. Enter a name for the project.
  5. Move the cursor to the list field and select Add new topic from the right-click menu.
  6. Fill in the topic information.

    Topic Information

  7. Confirm by clicking OK. You return to the topic list.
  8. If necessary, do one of the following:
    • Double-click a row in the list to open the topic information.
    • Select Add new topic from the right-click menu.
    • Select the row of the topic and select Delete topic from the right-click menu.
  9. Save the file:
    • While the dialog box is open, select File > Save.
    • Click OK to close the dialog box.
    • Select File > Save as to save the file with a different name.
Note: The BCF file is stored in the building folder.