Solids in Microstation convert to AecoSIm Mechanical duct

Question

I have a lot of models in Microstation in 3D. These are 3d solids for mechanical ducts. Is there a way to convert this 3d solids into real mechanical ducts. Because the sizes of the solids are real duct sizes. So the coordinate of the 3d design is in milimeter. Example is I have placed a slab with X,Y en length is Z. So the dimensions of the known. If you start AecoSim and to change the slab into duct. Is this possible. And is it possible to select the slab and change this into a AecoSim duct. And also with cylinder information.

Aniruddh Chavan · Answer

Hello Andy, 
 Can you share some screenshot of the MicroStation 3D models? 
 There is no direct tool in AECOsim to convert MicroStation slab into Duct, you can add Instance data to it for Building tasks.(like Schedule) 
 however even if you create 3D ducts in MicroStation the problems may occur during modification of the ducts (like changing Width and Height) and it will be crucial during modification of Circular elements like Bends and Tees. 
 Also native AECOsim HVAC elements has Insulation layer on it, this becomes challenging for native MiscroStation elements. 
 Regards, Aniruddh

Steve Cocchi · Answer

Hi Andy, 
 As Aniruddh mentioned you can add both DataGroup instance data (properties) along with Family + Part data for resymbolization as outlined in this wiki: https://communities.bentley.com/products/building/building_analysis___design/w/building_analysis_and_design__wiki/32557/how-to-convert-cad-elements-to-bim-objects-with-aecosim-building-designer 
 
 However, the underlying geometry will still be what it was, so the resulting element will not be parametric in any way and will not necessarily report correctly. But if that is acceptable for your needs then you should be OK following the steps in that wiki.