Full CD's from Archicad.....

[arg617]

Hi there,

I've been on this forum for a few years, but don't really post much. Every so often though I get fed up enough with AutoCAD to bring me back here and dream of having a more efficient package

I always end up with the same impression in my head, however. Reading through the posts gets me nowhere but doubting the ability of getting a full set of Construction Documents from Archicad (or other BIM packages). This might be due to the fact that most people don't post unless they are having a particular problem, but I still feel that I need to see drawings other than what the marketing department posts on the website.

I am wondering if some of you would be willing to post (or email me) some examples of Construction Documents created entirely within Archicad. I understand that there are privacy and confidentiality issues with this, but they can be something more in the style of what you would be willing to post on your own website if that is OK. Things like line weights, specific window jamb connections (from specific manufacturers), and especially custom, non-typical, construction details, are a substantial part of this consideration. Would details need to be created outside of the model, or are they modeled?? And if they are not modeled, what then is the advantage of BIM?

All the 'pros' I can think of can seem to overcome this one 'con'. I just don't want to switch from something I am very comfortable with to a program (any program) that might not be able to get a set of CD's out.

Thanks for your responses

[Anonymous]

I know there are users in the city and upstate. The trick is connecting with them. Dealers and GS are understandably a bit protective of their client list but may be persuaded to send out an email for you if you want to organize a user group.