• AECOsim IFC/COBie export error

    IFC Mapping are shown in red. I guess this is because the value of the path that locates the ifc_2x3_entities.xml file is incorrect or undefined. However; I can not locate the configuration variable that should have the correct path. Any ideas?
  • COBie output from AECOsim - Volumes Issue

    I am creating COBie spreadsheet outputs from AECOsim SS6. Components are showing on floors and within spaces on the output spreadsheet. I have followed the user guide and added the IfcZone catalogue type and added this to the spaces so the space can…
  • RE: Microstation 3D model - send 'object properties' to Navisworks

    Hi Anthony, Also note that COBie is an output option from AECOsim IFC export. It does not require an additional process, just tick the box in the dialog. A further point on COBie just to manage expectations: COBie is solely for Facilities Management…
  • Re: COBie

    Hi Jordan, thanks for your question. COBie (Construction Operations Building information exchange) is an international open standard for the delivery of facility operations, maintenance and management. It is a method to capture and record…
  • Re: FYI: buildingSMART alliance January 2013 Challenge - Cobie

    Im afraid, this out-of-context information re. the ‘bSa COBie Challenge 2013’ result is rather misleading and omits a number of important aspects. As this was a ‘challenge’ rather than a ‘competition’, I don’t want to go down the road arguing which company…
  • IFC To COBie2 - Bat(ch) File

    I am trying to create a successful bat file that will transform (import) an IFC file into a COBie2 spreadsheet. I am using the BimServices Transform1 tool from AEC3 and can make it work using the command line method but would like to create a bat file…
  • Cobie in new ABD Beta Release (08.11.09.551)

    Hi, I noticed a few great features in the new Beta release of ABD, (08.11.09.551) But does anyone else get the issue of the Cobie transformation Utility not even starting? It just displays CObBie.exe. cannot be found.. I know its a Beta…
  • BuildingSMART COBie Challenge 2013 | Result

    Bentley successfully participated in the ‘buildingSMART COBie Challenge 2013’ for architectural and mechanical, electrical, plumbing (MEP) design using AECOsim Building Designer. COBie Based on the IFC 'Facility Management Handover' Model…