IFC → GLB · Online Conversion Guide
Lightweight BIM semantic models for fast web delivery Online collaboration with element highlighting Less reliance on local specialized software
IFC: IFC (Industry Foundation Classes) is an open standard in AEC/BIM carrying element semantics, spatial relations and properties.
GLB as the target format: GLB is the binary form of glTF, ideal for web/mobile real‑time delivery with small size, fast loading, and mature tooling.
Practical tips: Remove temporary/construction views before conversion; Split by floor/discipline for incremental loading when needed.
Typical scenarios: BIM collaboration, quantity takeoff, cross‑platform model delivery.
Why convert IFC → GLB
- Lightweight BIM semantic models for fast web delivery
- Online collaboration with element highlighting
- Less reliance on local specialized software
Quick steps
- Upload IFC on the homepage
- Choose GLB as the output and convert
- For very large models, run 3D Tiles tiling
- Open the 3D viewer for interactive preview/sharing
Inline conversion (no redirect)
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FAQ
Q: What information may be lost from IFC to GLB?
Parametric features/constraints/history become polygon meshes; verify materials and textures.
Q: How to reduce size for IFC → GLB?
Remove hidden parts, lower tessellation where acceptable, compress textures, enable Draco, merge materials.
Q: Batch or very large models supported?
Use 3D Tiles tiling for massive assemblies; consider splitting by hierarchy/area.
Q: Can I further edit after converting?
After converting to GLB, geometry is mesh-based; you can clean meshes and tweak materials, but parametrics are not preserved.