Classification is a way to add component information to a BIM file and filter the view (which can be passed to rules or ITOs). Classification allows you to colorize components based on their classification names:
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Solibri includes default classifications, but you can also create your own ones. Solibri supports ifcClassification.
A classification can be used to:
provide a criteria-based or manual list which can be used to categorise elements to be ready for rules.
provide another breakdown structure for the model which is similar to the one provided in the model view but based on data in the model. This can also be colour-coded differently from the original model.
provide a pick list against which you can check values, i.e. ensure that all values have a specific Uniclass value. This also makes checking easier, for you only have to check that the relevant elements in the classification are defined.
evaluate the model using data which is colour-coded based on the data itself rather than the original model colours. Visualising the data differently makes it easier to view and understand.
add additional data to the elements of a model: you can add a new field, use Excel to import the data and associate it to the model elements.
use the values from another classification to have different levels of granularity or different purposes, all based on the same set of data.
Solibri includes default classifications used in default roles, such as:
Furniture: furniture component classification
Building elements (general)
Vertical Access: stairs, elevators, ramps
Space Usage: different types of space
Space Groups: used when specifying space groups.
Exits: specifying exit doors for egress
Each role has its own classifications based on the rulesets and ITOs of the role.
By default, the Classification view is located in the Information Takeoff layout. You can add the view to any layout using the Views list.
You can view classifications in two different hierarchies:
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Containment (
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Classification (
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The other Classification view tools are:
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Create a new classification |
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Open classifications |
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Close the selected classification(s) |
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Visualisation on/off. Visualises selected classifications or components in the 3D using colours defined in the classification settings. |
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Open classification settings |
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Manual classification |
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Selection Basket tools |
