SIFCEXPORT - IfcExportAs

Before using the SIFCEXPORT command, ensure that you have configured the IfcExportAs property for all devices used in the networks within the modeler:

If you are using the devices provided with the plugin, this property is already defined. However, if you wish to change it, open the modeler properties, locate where this property is edited, and change the value:

In the example, the value used is "IfcDistributionChamberElement.MANHOLE", which means the manhole will be an IfcDistributionChamberElement with the subtype MANHOLE.

IfcDistributionChamberElement - A distribution chamber element defines a location where distribution systems and their constituent elements can be inspected or pass through.
An IfcDistributionChamberElement is a formed volume used in a distribution system, such as a reservoir, trench, or culvert.
Instances of IfcDistributionSystem or IfcDistributionFlowElement can be related to IfcDistributionChamberElement, allowing their location within or at the chamber to be determined. It is associated with IfcDistributionChamberElementType.

The IfcDistributionChamberElement class has the property IfcDistributionChamberElementType, which can take one of the following values:

• FORMEDDUCT - Space formed in the ground for the passage of pipes, cables, or ducts
• INSPECTIONCHAMBER - Chamber constructed in a drain, sewer, or pipeline with a removable cover that allows for visual inspection
• INSPECTIONPIT - Recess or chamber formed to allow access for inspection of the substructure and services
• MANHOLE - Chamber constructed in a drain, sewer, or pipeline with a removable cover that allows a person to enter
• METERCHAMBER - Chamber housing one or more meters
• SUMP - Depressed or small chamber into which liquid is drained to facilitate collection for removal
• TRENCH - Excavated chamber where the length typically exceeds the width
• VALVECHAMBER - Chamber housing one or more valves
• USERDEFINED - User-defined chamber type
• NOTDEFINED - Undefined chamber type

It is important to note how to write the class name in SOLIDOS:

• The name must be a STRING
• It must be a valid IFC class for the chosen format (IFC 4x0, 4x3)
• The subtype is not mandatory; if used, it must be one from the chosen class's enumeration list
• The class name is not case-sensitive, but the type enumerator is

See Also:

• SIFCEXPORT - PropertySet - Which properties will be exposed in the IFC file
• SIFCEXPORT - Representations - How device components will be represented in IFC
• SIFCEXPORT - Viewers - Considerations regarding viewers and how they process geometries
• Command SBUILDER
• Command SIFCEXPORT
• Command SPSETS