• Bending Radius to pipe diameter in AECOsim Building Mechanical Designer V8i (SELECTseries 5)

    how can i make the ratio between pipe diameter and bending radius in bends default equal to 1 and i want and automation tool to modified existing files to this ratio for all pipe diameter regards
  • Does AECOsim has the "SWEPT BLEND" function like in Revit?

    Hi, I have a tunnel need to be created in AECOsim. The Tunnel Alignment is a double curved (curve in horizontal and vertical) line, and along with the alignment, the section profile is also keeping changes. I knew in Revit, I can use the "swept blend…
  • End Type Connection in AECOsim Building Designer V8i SS5

    How many End Type Connection in Mechanical AECOsim Building Designer V8i SS5 ? how can i create my own end type connection with complected shape like Victaulic connection in the firefighting system? Victaulic Coupling
  • 3D BIM libraries

    i am looking for 3d objects such as kitchen ranges, washing machines, fridges, domestic stuff for the house what has surprise me is that what is there from manufacturers is very piecemeal - no P shaped bath/shower or traditional victorian shaped basins…
  • Start AECOsim model with wrong Dataset

    Hello, My team start a model with a wrong dataset (Dataset_NE) at the beginning. And now I wish to correct it to right dataset (Dataset_US) setting. Is there a recommended process of doing so while save as much as work we had done so far? Thanks…
  • sporadic results when using penetrations (resetting elements, etc.)

    Good afternoon all, we have went through an exercise of creating a "voids model" for the MEP services which we are merging into our architectural models to cut the penetrations. The results are mixed - some items cut perfectly, some cut half way through…
  • BIM modelling from Point clouds using AECOsim. Any help in this regard would be appreciated.

    I have some point cloud data with me and would like to create a model of a building using AECOsim. I would like to know whether we can process point cloud data for producing BIM models in AECOsim. I would appreciate if anyone can provide some help in…
  • 2d symbol of Extract Diffusers and Ducts are overlapping

    2d symbol of Extract Diffusers and Ducts are overlapping...how to keep only one symbol?
  • re-projected coordinates are not recognized in AECOsim extraction.

    I have assigned an Azimuthal Equal Area Coordinate System to my structural model. It references in to the site model correctly. Until I create an extraction in AECOsimm. Then the reference files with the reprojected coordinates are not recognized. The…
  • using AECOSIM6; where is training for using Piping Placement, etc

    When I select pipe or fittings for placement, I have much difficulty. There seems to be no Training directly related to this. Am I overlooking them? I simply need help when I need to include piping for any project.
  • add or create new equipment with parameters

    Dear All, I have a 3D model which I draw with normal 3D tools like Extrude/rotate etc. but I want to convert this 3D model to parametric model. like Fire damper. can any one help me to draw an equipment with the parameters. thanks. Adee
  • AECOsim - Microstation 3D : Unable to extract 2d from Multiple Planes angle by using Clip Volume Sections (Saved Views, Dynamic Views)

    Dear all, This is my Model : I have taken Clip Volume as below : Is there any method / command / way to create an extraction of this cut sections which is in different angles/Planes. In one direct 2D view !. Which could be similar…
  • RE: How to create circular staircase !

    That is still NOT possible in AECOsim when using the Stair Tool. You only have 2 options; 1. Create the stairs using MicroStation tools (solids, surfaces, etc) 2. Use the Stair Maker tool (Tools > Tool Boxes > TF Utilities) Personally I don…
  • Smart solids and tagging

    Hi Guys I am based in Australia and work in a civil structural group for a large multi disciplinary consultant. We use AECOsim for modelling of Bridges, Tunnels, Retaining Walls, Maritime structures etc etc and have had great success to date. With…
  • .RCS file to to LAS file conversion

    I would like to convert .RCS file in to LAS file. Can anyone please tell me how can I do conversion with the help of Bently software products or any open source platform.
  • Stopping frozen levels exported in IFC and exporting patterns in IFC

    Hi, When exporting an IFC of a model I keep getting frozen and hidden levels exporting and being visible in the IFC, is there any way to stop this happening? Also I would like to show a ceiling grid pattern on some elements in IFC, is there a simple…
  • RE: HVAC_Ducting_ Joint Type.

    Dear Steve, Extremely sorry for the snap as it is not showing. I am attaching it once more. Please see and suggest. Thanks for your cooperation. (I think there is a problem in attachment visibility. If it be so I will post it once more later.)
  • How to place electrical fixture ??

    Hi! I want to place electrical fixture like receptacle,switches,lighting fixture in Bentley model with there standard mounting height. Can anyone help me?
  • Required clevis hanger for pipes

    I have a piping model in Bentley AECOsim. Now I need to put clevis hangers to support these pipes. But unfortunately my dataset have only trapeze hangers for cable trays as a result I am not able to add any hanger model into my existing dataset. Please…
  • Door cutting form that is on reference

    Greetings good Bentley community, I have a challenging question for you all, I'm placing a door that goes trough a wall that is on a reference file, unfortunately the door doesn't perforate the referenced wall. Anyone knows how to place walls…
  • Make custom Rammed Earth Part for AECOsim

    Hello good community of Bentley, I'm addressing you in search for a solution to my problem. I'm working in a Rammed Earth Building, and I want to make a new part that would contain the texture and cut pattern for this material. I really want to…
  • How to place a customize elevation symbology

    As the title, I was working in the AECOsim ss5 747. When I wanted to place the elevation symbologies, I just can get the simple style by "diemension ordinate". But in fact, I need different styles of the elevation symbology for different projects. …
  • Drawing cables with extrusion along path problem.

    Hello, First i will start with how i figured to draw cables in AECOsim building designer. I draw with smart line arcs and line segments then i unite them with complex chain tool, after this step i draw a circle with my diameter and use the tool solid…
  • RE: Slab Opening

    Hi Xonaj, Sure. In this case I've added some cuts to both the original and a copy (both poitioned near global 0,0). 0880.SLAB PROFILE.dgn