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Fundamentals of 42-BIM base IDS Gateway toolset

Fundamentals of 42-BIM base IDS Gateway Toolset

The 42-BIM Base IDS Gateway is built by engineers, for engineers, to cut through the noise and ease your work with practical, hands-on solutions, as you might already heard of if you’re following our online channels.  

This toolset is part of the DIBS42 Hive and is designed to simplify the everyday challenges of modellers, engineers, and project managers in managing building models. No unnecessary features—just straightforward tools that do what they’re supposed to do, so you can spend less time troubleshooting and more time building. 

Whether you’re dealing with level assignments, duplicate elements, or adding precise parameters, the 42-BIM base IDS Gateway toolset helps you get it done with minimal hassle. Below, you’ll find a practical rundown of each tool available in this set, representing the fundamentals of it’s functionalities, complete with descriptions to help you decide when and how to use them. The aim is to make your modeling process more efficient without overthinking. 

Continue to explore each tool and see how it can make a difference in your day-to-day BIM work. 

Level Arrangement (3.3)  

Tool Level Arrangement Window - 42-BIM base IDS Gateway Toolset

The “Level Arrangement” tool is designed to help you quickly assign the correct level to elements within your model. Simply enter the margin value to capture elements just below a level, select which levels to apply, and let the tool do the rest.  

You can choose to apply these changes to the entire model, the active view, or a specific selection of elements. This flexibility allows you to manage levels more efficiently, whether you need broad updates or targeted adjustments.  

By automating level assignments, the tool reduces manual errors and keeps your model organized, saving significant time in large projects. 

Structure and Naming (3.5) 

Tool Structure and naming Window - 42-BIM base IDS Gateway Toolset

With the “Structure and Naming” tool, you can easily assign IFC parameters such as Export type to IFC As and IFC Predefined Type. This tool saves time by providing drop-down lists for quick selection, making it easy to ensure that naming conventions are maintained consistently throughout your model.  

Proper structure and naming conventions are essential for seamless data exchange, and this tool ensures all elements comply with the required standards, making collaboration smoother across different teams and software platforms. 

Classification System (3.6) 

Tool Classification System Window - 42-BIM base IDS Gateway Toolset

The “Classification System” helps you categorize model elements according to different classification standards. You can choose between classification lists, such as those from 2005 or 2019, and add either numeric or full classification codes.  

This ensures your elements are properly organized, which is crucial for data exchange across tools and for maintaining project standards.  

By standardizing classification, this tool helps reduce miscommunication and improves coordination between various stakeholders, ensuring everyone is working with the same understanding of the model. 

Duplicates (3.8)  

Tool Duplicates Window - 42-BIM base IDS Gateway Toolset

“Duplicates” helps you identify overlapping or duplicate elements in your model, which could lead to clashes and errors. The tool lists original and duplicate elements side by side, making it easy to manage conflicts.  

You can export the list for reporting, mark duplicates for deletion, or create a 3D view to visualize the overlapping elements. The ability to visualize duplicates in 3D helps you understand where conflicts occur, making resolution straightforward.  

Managing duplicates makes sure that your model remains clean, efficient, and accurate, ultimately improving project quality and preventing costly on-site issues. 

Spaces (4.1)  

Tool Spaces Window - 42-BIM base IDS Gateway Toolset

The “Spaces” tool makes it simple to add spaces to selected rooms from your linked models. You can use filters to quickly locate specific rooms, then add the necessary space without confusion.  

This tool reduces the time spent on room management, ensuring every space is accurately accounted for in your BIM model. It’s particularly useful in complex projects with numerous rooms, where manual space allocation could easily lead to errors or inconsistencies.  

The clear organization of room data helps maintain efficient workflow and guarantees all areas are represented correctly. 

Load Bearing, Internal/External, Fire Safety (4.3, 4.4, 4.5)  

Tools "Load Bearing," "Internal/External," and "Fire Safety" Window - 42-BIM base IDS Gateway Toolset

The “Load Bearing,” “Internal/External,” and “Fire Safety” tools let you assign these critical parameters to elements in your model. You can apply these parameters to selected elements or to the entire model, ensuring consistency in your model’s structure, environmental considerations, and safety requirements.  

The “Load Bearing” tool helps to filter which components contribute to the structural safety of a structure while “Internal/External” helps classify elements based on their location within or outside the building. The parameter ‘FireRating indicates the value for resistance to fire penetration and spread, crucial for compliance and safety in construction projects. 

NAA.K.T. Material (4.7)  

Tool NAA.K.T. Material Window

The “NAA.K.T. Material” tool allows you to efficiently fill in materials for each element in your model. Select the type of material, attribute, and application from drop-down lists according to the NAA.K.T. standard, and apply them to ensure your model components are accurately specified.  

Custom Messages 

Info Custom message of changed elements
Info no elements changed

The “Custom Messages” feature provides detailed feedback after applying changes, allowing you to see which elements were updated and if there were any issues. It helps you keep track of modifications and ensures that your model stays accurate without any guesswork. Custom messages also provide guidance if something goes wrong, making troubleshooting faster and ensuring that you can address issues immediately, reducing downtime and keeping your workflow on track. 

Have we convinced you to download the DIBS42 Hive yet? 

The 42-BIM base IDS Gateway is built to provide easier model alignment with BIM base IDS guidelines, eliminating repetitive tasks and reducing the potential for errors. By using these tools, you can significantly improve productivity, maintain consistency, and ensure your models meet project standards without overthinking.  

Additionally, the DIBS42 Hive also includes the E-INS. Schema tool, that helps you create electrical schematics effortlessly. 42-BIM base IDS Gateway and the E-INS. Schema are only the current available tools in our DIBS42 Hive, stay tuned, since more of them will be published in the upcoming months. 

Download the DIBS42 Hive today, give your mind a break so you can focus on more complex work. May the BIM be with you!