Start the software in Desktop Mode.

The preparation file is mandatory to start a BIM Inspect workflow.
It must include separately data to register your point cloud and data which will be inspected.

The goal of this step is to prepare a file containing three BIM objects from the content of the IFC file (a building model):

site: the main model, used for the registration with the scan.
columns: the specific elements of the BIM project we want to inspect.
other: other element that may serve for other purpose.

Import BIM data from an IFC file

Import site.ifc trough File > Import.

Unfold GROUND, then load only Wall, Slab and Covering. This selection filters which parts are going to be used among all parts available from an IFC or RVT import.

Validate with OK and hide it.

Ensure the output object is named "site".

Create the BIM objects relevant for inspection

Copy-paste the object named "site" and rename it "columns". Now, double-click on this copy to edit it and modify the selection.

Unfold GROUND, then right-click on the Column folder and select Load only selection.

Validate with OK. The object remains hidden, but its content has been updated.

Repeat the previous step with loading only Flow distribution and Door groups. Name this object "other".

Tip & Tricks

It is also possible to filter the selection by keywords (component name, IFC type, etc.).

Validate the preparation file

Save this file as BIMInspectionPreparationfile.3dr, close it.

Once the preparation file is done, you can use it for all on-field analyses through the BIM Inspection workflow in Touch Mode.