Convert SDS Model in Tekla

Tekla Structures
Not version-specific
Tekla Structures
SDS
convert sds model
import sds
sds model
Environment
United States (Imperial)
United States (Metric)

Question:

I need to take an SDS model and convert it to a native Tekla model, how can i do this?

Answer:

You will need to request an IFC from the SDS detailer. This IFC needs to be export as a Type EM11(IFC2X3, Coordination View 2.0) in order to prevent issues in the conversion process in Tekla. 

Take the IFC received from the SDS detailer and add it as a reference model in Tekla. Then, use the Convert IFC Objects tool found under the Manage tab on the ribbon and convert the objects. For more information on this process see here.

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