Requirements and Limitations
Model Requirements
When using ConVoid, there are no specific model requirements to consider. The plug-in supports all Revit and IFC elements, regardless of their category, to create and update openings, including Builders Work Openings, Provision for Voids, Doors, and Windows. However, there are two important requirements to keep in mind.
The first requirement is to have at least one clash between a Host and a Reference Element, such as a Wall and Duct. These elements can be part of the main project or a linked one.
Examples (Reference vs. Host):
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A clash between a Duct and a Wall
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A clash between a Pipe and a Floor
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A clash between an IFC Provision for Void and a Beam
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A clash between a Door and a Wall
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A clash between a Generic Element and a Roof
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A clash between two elements of your choice
The second requirement is related to the maximum distance limit of Revit. When geometry is located 10 miles/16 kilometers away from the model's internal origin, the graphical representation of elements becomes less reliable, and ConVoid may not be able to place openings accurately.
Read more about this topic here.
Limitations
There are no specific limits on project or model size when using ConVoid; it is successfully used in large-scale projects with up to 35,000 openings in one model. However, for optimal performance, we recommend creating and updating openings step by step, focusing on selected parts or levels of the building.
This approach helps to ensure that the plug-in can handle the complexity of the project and reduce the risk of errors or slowdowns in the software.