Limitations in IFC object conversion

Tekla Structures
2019
Tekla Structures

Limitations in IFC object conversion

Tekla Structures is dependent on the quality of the IFC model, because it uses information available in the model when converting objects.

Tekla Structures converts most linear IFC objects to native Tekla Structures objects.

The following limitations exist in IFC object conversion:

  • If the IFC model does not comply with standard, it might not be converted as expected.
  • Bolts, reinforcement and welds cannot be converted to native Tekla Structures objects.
  • The currently supported physical elements: IfcBeam, ifcColumn, ifcMember, ifcPile, ifcFooting, ifcPlate, ifcDiscreteAccessory, ifcSlab, ifcWall, ifcWallStandardCase, ifcRailing and ifcBuildingElementPart.
  • Only SweptSolid, Brep, CSG and Clipping representations are supported.
  • Multiple representations for one object are not supported.
  • Profile offset is not supported.
  • Sometimes, chamfers may be converted incorrectly.
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