The Extract Solids command converts and saves components of a BIM data set into a solid model format. The routine begins by launching the standard File Selector that permits one of the following data sources to be specified:
- RVT - Opens a specified Revit® file.
- IFC - Opens a specified Industry Foundation Class file.
Once specified, data will be converted into solid model *.MDL files in a folder named [BIMFile]_Solids in the same location as the source BIM file. The *.MDL file(s) can then be staked out using Stake Road.
Note: The *.MDL file(s) can also be readily viewed and used in various Carlson Desktop CAD routines.