2025-12-15 – Weekly CAD News : Streamlining IFC export checks

Last week in the CAD community, discussions centered on improving efficiency and precision in design processes. Members exchanged valuable insights on lightweight checks before IFC export to enhance data handling. There was also considerable interest in integrating parametric SOLAS checks within ShipConstructor, particularly among those working in maritime design. These conversations highlighted a collective push towards optimizing workflows and ensuring compliance with industry standards.


This Week’s Hot Topics

Lightweight checks before IFC export
A discussion is underway on streamlining data verification processes before exporting to IFC. This is crucial for maintaining data integrity and reducing errors.
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Parametric SOLAS checks in ShipConstructor
Community members are exploring the integration of parametric SOLAS checks in ShipConstructor, which could revolutionize how maritime safety standards are applied in design processes.
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Looking forward to another week of engaging discussions. Feel free to jump in and share your thoughts or ask questions. Have a productive week!

In ShipConstructor I run IfcOpenShell ‘validate’ pre-export; catches missing GUIDs — quick, but misses SOLAS specifics: https://ifcopenshell.org. Anyone scripted SOLAS parametrics?

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