Create a Compass 3D project

Before starting to create a project, read the model requirements

You can also read the video tutorial

Configuring IFC export to KOMPAS-3D

Before creating a project, you must pre-configure the export to the IFC format: File → Save as.

The settings should be set according to the examples provided.:

Bimar main window in preparation for project creation IFC export settings window in KOMPAS-3D Example of correct IFC export parameters

After setting the parameters, click OK, and then Cancel.
This procedure ensures that the correct settings are applied during automatic export via the plugin.

Creating a project in Bimar.Application

  1. Specify the project name.
  2. Select the parameter to be used for the part brand and for the type parameter. You can check the available parameters in the properties of the model and component.
Form for filling in the project name and selecting parameters in Bimar.Application
  1. Add any system parameter that is not used in your work to store the service identifier BimarGuid. This is a prerequisite for the correct functioning of the 3D model.
    By default, it is recommended to use the Product Code parameter.

3.1
Selecting a system parameter for storing BimarGuid

3.2
Example of adding the Product code parameter to the model properties
Model parameters with the added BimarGuid property

  1. Perform weight matching if necessary.

  2. Add additional fields if necessary.

  3. After filling in all the parameters, click **Create **.

Recommendations for working with parameters

  • If you want to load all the properties used, make sure that they are accessible from the main build, as KOMPAS can hide properties in the upper levels of the hierarchy.
  • When creating a project, the BimarGuid property will be automatically added to all the details, which is used to map objects on the server.
  • Be sure to save the project after working with the plugin — this is necessary for future re-downloads when the model is changed.
  • Run the project with a license that allows the plugin to make changes to the model.

⚠️ Possible errors

If an error occurs WrongSetingsIFC, possible causes:

  • The system property specified for use has not been opened — it is mandatory, as it is being transferred to IFC.
  • The plugin was unable to write the property to the part due to rights restrictions or file modification policies.
  • IFC export is incorrectly configured.
  • If the model is located on the server, try copying it locally and repeat the procedure.
  • Sometimes the program itself is buggy and does not want to write this system property to IFC. Try restarting Kompas, check the license and the type of open component.