• From ETABS to IFC

    • 30/01/2025
    • Dorothee

    This article explains how to send a ETABS model to IFC file, using BIM Expert.

  • From SAF to Diamonds

    • Dorothee

    This article explains how to send a SAF model to Diamonds, using BIM Expert.

  • From Diamonds to IFC

    • Dorothee

    This article explains how to send a model from Diamonds to IFC, using BIM Expert.

  • Restart CodeMeter Service

    • 03/11/2024
    • Dorothee

    Depending on whether your machine has Diamonds, PowerConnect or BIM Expert installed, the restart of CodeMeter service involves different steps. Computer has Diamonds, PowerConnect or BIM Expert installed It is not possible to restart the CodeMeter Service in one go, as the CodeMeter Service is dependent on Gateway and Gateway…

  • Should I add springs to the plate AND the beams?

    • 20/08/2024
    • Dorothee

    When modeling a foundation slab with stiffening ribs, a question that pops up is: “Is it is necessary to model both the soil layer springs under the slab and under the foundation beams?”. The beams are deeper and possibly on a different soil layer. So how to model this correctly?…

  • How to get an overview of the critical temperature

    • 02/08/2024
    • Dorothee

    When are designing a steel structure with a fire hazard, you might be interested in an overview of the critical steel temperature of all profiles. There are 2 ways to get this: Firstly, make sure you have completed these steps Image result In the results window The critical steel temperature…

  • From PowerConnect to Tekla Structures

    • 08/04/2024
    • Dorothee

    This article explains how to send one or more PowerConnect connections to Tekla Structures, using BIM Expert. 1. Preparation in PowerConnect Make sure the model is calculated and that elastic results are available. 2. Send the PowerConnect model to Tekla Sturctures 2.1 From PowerConnect to BIM Expert 2.2 From BIM…

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