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Publishing Tekla BIMsight Compatible Models

Here you can find information about how to publish Tekla BIMsight compatible models. We strongly recommend to use IFC because it is the most advanced BIM format and also an open standard. There are some external links to help you to get familiar with the open IFC format.


Direct export from Tekla Structures to Tekla BIMsight

There is a direct, one button link from Tekla Structures to Tekla BIMsight, that creates automatically Tekla BIMsight compatible model. You can choose if you want to export bolts and rebar as well. Check the video!

Exporting from MAP Software CADmep+

The workflow is easy. You can use .IFCzip format to reduce the model size and make the data transfer smooth, check the video!

Exporting from Revit with Tekla API

Tekla and Autodesk are committed to improve the workflow in the AEC industry. Therefore we have created an API for Autodesk and Tekla BIM software for the smoother interoperability. Check the video how you can export from any Revit (Architecture, Structure, MEP) BIM software.!

Exporting from DuctDesigner® 3D

QuickPen provides a simple “Export IFC” command on the DD3D Tools ribbon for exporting the 3D model and intelligent data to Tekla BIMsight.

Exporting from PipeDesigner® 3D

QuickPen provides a simple “Export IFC” command on the PD3D Tools ribbon for exporting the 3D model and intelligent data to Tekla BIMsight.

Exporting from Trimble® Design Link

Trimble provides two simple commands called “Tekla Structures” and “Export IFC” ribbon for exporting the 3D model and intelligent data to Tekla BIMsight.

Exporting from Archicad

Tekla and Graphisoft work really closely to provide our customers and BIM projects the best possible and reliable data transfer. See how easy it is to publish from Archicad to Tekla BIMsight!


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