buildingSMART International has recognised Vectorworks Software’s consistent and efficient data exchange and communication, awarding the provider IFC4 import certification
Global design and BIM software provider Vectorworks has announced that it has obtained IFC4 Reference View 1.2 Import Certification (Architectural Reference Exchange) in recognition of the high communication standards found in their platforms.
Awarded by buildingSMART International (bSI), the certification is part of the worldwide industry body’s efforts to drive digital transformation in the built asset industry, using the creation and adoption of open, international standards and solutions for infrastructure and buildings.
bSI uses high benchmarks to ensure quality in certified products
The Software Certification Program provides validation that Vectorworks’ IFC4 import has been quality-tested against bSI’s stringent measures, ensuring that users are consistently sharing the highest quality IFC models with other BIM software products and instilling confidence in the accuracy and credibility of their work.
Vectorworks now fully meets openBIM international standards
Supporting IFC4 import and export since 2018, Vectorworks was the first architectural software developer to achieve IFC4 Export Certification in 2019.
“Providing our users with a software platform that continuously delivers innovative efficiencies and collaborative capabilities is a top priority,” said Vectorworks Director of Product Marketing Martyn Horne. “This includes steadfast support of openBIM workflows, and the certification of our IFC4 import further exemplifies our ongoing commitment.”
Atelier 5 found Vectorworks Architect’s IFC functions essential in the BERN 131 project, using it to collaborate with consultants.
They also took advantage of the BIM collaboration file format (BCF) for BIM issue management. “The direct import of BCF files into Vectorworks and the subsequent editing of clashes are both very helpful and easy to use,” said Anna Trifari, BIM manager for the project.
“Working in 3D with Vectorworks works very well and we use the intelligent tools for almost all new projects,” said Trifari. “The possibility to view the project in the model helps to understand complex situations better and faster. Time can be saved by using the purpose-built tools in the software and by automatically creating sections and views.”
You can learn more about how to collaborate in BIM seamlessly with Vectorworks Architect here.
