Imports HVAC data from an .xml file using mapping defined in an .xls (Microsoft Excel workbook) file. The software validates the input .xml file against the defined HVAC import schema to verify that the file is valid for import.
Sample Mapping Files
In the delivered sample mapping workbook, HVACTranslationMap.xls, click the Index tab to view the individual worksheet names. Click the name to jump to that sheet. For example, click ComponentMap and view or specify Maps XML Component PartNumber, S3D PartClass, and S3D Part Number.
Example mapping configuration files for importing Intergraph Schema files are delivered in [Product Folder]\Translators\ConfigurationFiles\HVAC.
For more information about this workbook, see HVAC Translation Map in the Smart 3D Plant Design System (PDS) User's Guide.
Actions Taken
When you import HVAC data, the command does the following:
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Creates duct runs
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Imports the route network
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Imports branching configurations
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Imports components
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Imports attributes and user attributes
If there is an item in the .xml file that has the model system set to blank or Undefined, the Import HVAC command creates a generic system under the root with the naming convention xxxxxxImport-Date-Time. For example, the name might be HVACImport-6-27-2005 09:09:57AM. All objects with the blank or Undefined parent system import to this new system. After import, you can move the objects to your own System hierarchies.