Coordinated, Complete Control.

Autodesk

Navisworks
Control Your Project Outcomes
Fully integrate, analyze, and communicate your design models and gain insight and predictability into construction.
The Autodesk Navisworks family of products helps architecture, engineering, and construction teams improve control over the outcome of their projects. With Navisworks solutions, detailed design models can be aggregated and reviewed by all project stakeholders, helping users to benefit from the competitive advantages of building information modeling (BIM) workflows. BIM processes allow team members to explore a projects key physical and functional characteristics digitally before it is built, helping to deliver projects faster, more economically, and with reduced environmental impact. With Autodesk Navisworks solutions, users can combine design data created in applicationssuch as the AutoCAD software and Autodesk Revit-based applicationswith geometry and information from other design tools in multiple file formats, regardless of file size. The result is a whole-project view that helps all project stakeholders to make better design decisions, increase accuracy of construction documentation, and predict performance and planning. The Autodesk Navisworks software family offers three products to provide project stakeholders with the right tools to help collaborate, coordinate, and communicate more effectively.
Autodesk Navisworks Manage Autodesk Navisworks Manage software is a comprehensive review solution for analysis, simulation, and coordination of project information. Multidisciplinary design data can be combined into a single integrated project model for interference management and clash detection. Navisworks Manage helps design and construction professionals anticipate and avoid potential problems before construction. Autodesk Navisworks Simulate Autodesk Navisworks Simulate software provides advanced tools for reviewing, analysis, simulation, and coordination of project information. Comprehensive 4D simulation, animation and photorealism capabilities enable the demonstration of design intent and simulation of construction to provide better insight and predictability. Realtime navigation combines with review toolsets to support collaboration among the project team. Autodesk Navisworks Freedom Autodesk Navisworks Freedom software is the free* viewer for NWD and 3D DWF files. Navisworks Freedom extends the whole-project view to all project stakeholders, helping to improve communication and collaboration.
Autodesk Navisworks Manage
Project Viewing Project Review Simulation and Analysis Coordination

Project Review Features

Model File and Data Aggregation Autodesk Navisworks model file and data aggregation features enable you to combine design, construction, and other project data into a single integrated project model. The software incorporates files in any major 3D design or laser scan file format, reads intelligent data from original design files for viewing beside the model, and imports data from external databases and displays it within the model. Review Toolkit The softwares review toolkit offers a host of tools that facilitate whole-project review. Its features enable you to measure distance, areas, and angles; store, organize, and share camera views of a design and export those views into images or reports; and add cross sections and section plans to inspect details closely. Navisworks NWF reference files enable you to view the latest version of a CAD design while maintaining previous review data. NWD and 3D DWF Publishing Publish your entire project for a whole-project view. Complete project models can be published and stored in a single distributable NWD or DWF file with compressed file sizes up to 90 percent smaller than original design files.
Autodesk Navisworks Simulate
Autodesk Navisworks Freedom
Collaborate, Coordinate, Communicate
Bring together the contributions of project designers and building professionals into a single, synchronized building model rich in information.
Collaboration Toolkit Communicate design intent and encourage teamwork with the ability to add markups to viewpoints with advanced redlining tools, comment on viewpoints with searchable notes, record animated walkthroughs for real-time playback, and stream large models and content, navigating the design as the model loads. Simulation and Analysis Features

4D Scheduling Simulate construction schedules and logistics in 4D to visually communicate and analyze project activities, and help reduce delays and sequencing problems. The 4D scheduling features enable you to verify building or demolition viability by developing construction or demolition sequences that link model geometry to times and dates; import times, dates, and other task data from project management software to dynamically link schedules with project models; and set up planned and actual times to visualize deviations from the project schedule. Coordination
Clash and Interference Management Autodesk Navisworks Manage software provides the ability to manage and track clashes and interferences through to resolution. Reports of clash tests, including comments and screenshots, can be exported to communicate issues to the project team. Project Viewing
Photorealistic Visualization Use Autodesk Navisworks advanced visualization features to develop compelling 3D animations and imagery to present projects to stakeholders. Customize and configure every render aspect, including materials, lights, backgrounds, and rendering styles; use environment backgrounds to add real-world scenery; and choose from more than 1,000 built-in materials to create an accurate, photorealistic look. Object Animation The softwares object animation features help you create animations of objects for clash and interference analysis. You can create interaction scripts that link animations to specific events, triggers, or key comments, and link animations to tasks in a 4D schedule for improved construction planning.
Clash and Interference Detection Anticipate and avoid potential problems before construction, reducing expensive delays and rework. Clash and interference detection features in Autodesk Navisworks Manage software enable you to perform clash tests against specified geometry to more easily find and resolve conflicts. Link clash tests to 4D simulations and object animations to analyze issues in space and time.
Real-Time Navigation Explore your integrated project model using advanced navigation tools that produce a realistic, real-time experience. Real-time navigation capabilities are included in all Autodesk Navisworks products.
Using Navisworks for clash detection during the initial design coordination process, we reduced thousands of clashes to only a handfulhelping us save time and money and decrease the overall time spent on design. During construction, Navisworks helped us push the completion of critical areas and significantly increase coordination with the trades.
van Walker E Cost/BIM Engineer Turner Universal
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Supported Applications

The following table is a non-exhaustive list of CAD applications and properties currently supported by Autodesk Navisworks 2010 solutions, along with any additional information that may be necessary to review your project files in Navisworks software.
Exporter Native Format Other Properties Format

Autodesk

AutoCAD 2004 to 2010 AutoCAD Details Other Formats DXF, 3DS
Models can be exported from AutoCAD software as either.nwc or.nwd format. Navisworks also supports the native AutoCAD.dwg file format, which can be read
directly into Navisworks.
Object properties, (such as Material Colors and Entity Handles) are also supported
by Navisworks and these can be viewed in the 'Properties' window. To open the Properties window, go to View > Control Bars > Properties. ADT 3.3 to 2007, AutoCAD Architecture 2008-2010 AutoCAD Architecture Details Other Formats DXF, 3DS
Navisworks can read AutoCAD Architecture 2010.dwg files, without the necessity to
install an Object Enabler.
In order to read an ADT 2004 to 2007 or AutoCAD Architecture 2008 to 2009.dwg
file into Navisworks, you will need to install the corresponding Object Enabler. For ADT 2007 and AutoCAD Architecture 2008 to 2009 this applies even if you have the application installed. In order to read an ADT 3.3.dwg file into Navisworks, you need the ADT2004 (or later) object enabler installed on the same machine. NOTE: When using an object enabler, ensure the corresponding loader version (year) is selected in Tools > Global Options > File Readers > DWG/DXF/SAT > DWG Loader Version.
From ADT/AutoCAD Architecture software you can export to.nwc or.nwd. Navisworks supports AutoCAD Architecture object properties and these can be
viewed in the 'Properties' window. To open the Properties window, go to View > Control Bars > Properties. Automatic Properties are also supported for AutoCAD Architecture. Autodesk Navisworks Simulate and Autodesk Navisworks Manage software support ADT/AutoCAD Architecture textures.
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Exporter Building Systems, AutoCAD MEP 2008-2010 AutoCAD MEP Details Other Formats DXF, 3DS

Navisworks can read AutoCAD MEP 2010.dwg files, without the necessity to install

Native Format

Other Properties Format
an Object Enabler. In order to read a Building Systems 2007 or AutoCAD MEP 2008 to 2009.dwg file into Navisworks, you will need to install the corresponding Object Enabler. In order to read an earlier version (pre-2007) Building Systems.dwg file into Navisworks, you need the Building Systems 2007 (or later) object enabler installed on the same machine. NOTE: When using an object enabler, ensure the corresponding loader version (year) is selected in Tools > Global Options > File Readers > DWG/DXF/SAT > DWG Loader Version.
From Building Systems/AutoCAD MEP software you can export to.nwc or.nwd. Navisworks supports Building Systems/AutoCAD MEP object properties and these
can be viewed in the 'Properties' window. To open the Properties window, go to View > Control Bars > Properties. Autodesk Inventor 5 to 11, 2009-2010 Inventor Details Other Formats IGES, STEP, JT
Navisworks 2010 now supports Inventor properties and these can be viewed in the
'Properties' window. To open the Properties window, go to View > Control Bars > Properties. In order to read an Inventor software file into Navisworks, you either need Inventor 5 (or higher), Inventor Design Tracking 5 (or higher), or Inventor View installed on the same machine as Navisworks (youll need to install either the same or later version relevant to the file you wish to read). Inventor View can be downloaded from support.autodesk.com. If you are using an Inventor Project file, (*.ipj) you will need to set this as the Active Project in Navisworks, prior to opening your assembly drawings (*.iam). You can set the Active Project either by opening your *.ipj file in Navisworks, or by going to Tools > Global Options > File Formats > Inventor, then enter the full path and file name of your *.ipj file (e.g. C:\my Inventor projects\project 1.ipj). Once loaded, you can then Open the corresponding assembly drawing(s) as usual.
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Exporter AutoCAD Civil 3D 2004-2010 Civil 3D Details Other Formats DXF, 3DS

The Civil 3D native.dwg file can be read directly into Navisworks, however you will
need to install the Civil 3D Object Enabler (available to download from the Autodesk website). You can export a file from Civil 3D software to.nwc or.nwd. For Civil 3D 2010 object properties (such as Material Colors and Entity Handles) are also supported by Navisworks and these can be viewed in the 'Properties' window. To open the Properties window, go to View > Control Bars > Properties. MDT 6 to 2009 MDT Details Other Formats DXF, 3DS, VRML
The MDT native.dwg file can be read directly into Navisworks, however you will
need to install the MDT Object Enabler (available to download from the Autodesk website). You can export a file from MDT software to.nwc or.nwd. This is the preferred route to Navisworks due to the extra properties that are now supported. Object properties, (such as Material Colors and Entity Handles) are also supported by Navisworks and these can be viewed in the 'Properties' window. To open the Properties window, go to View > Control Bars > Properties. Revit 4 to 7 Revit Details Other Formats DWG, DXF, DGN
Revit platform files can be viewed in Navisworks if they have been saved as either a
.dwg,.dxf, or.dgn file format.
If you use the.dwg Export out of Revit 6 and 7, then object properties such as
Element ID, Type and Category are supported. Revit Building 8.1 to 9.1, Revit Architecture 20082010 Revit Architecture Details Other Formats DWG, DXF, DGN
Navisworks can export.nwc files directly from Revit Building/Revit Architecture

software.

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You will need to install Navisworks on the same machine as Revit Building/Revit Architecture. Revit properties are supported. These can be viewed in the 'Properties' window. To open the Properties window, go to View > Control Bars > Properties. Autodesk Navisworks Simulate and Autodesk Navisworks Manage software support the export of textures and materials from Revit Architecture. Revit Structure 2 to 4, 2008-2010 Revit Structure Details Other Formats DWG, DXF, DGN, CIS/2
Navisworks can export.nwc files directly from Revit Structure software.
You will need to install Navisworks on the same machine as Revit Structure.
Revit properties are supported. These can be viewed in the 'Properties' window. To
open the Properties window, go to View > Control Bars > Properties. Revit Systems, MEP 2008-2010 Revit MEP Details Other Formats DWG, DXF, DGN
Navisworks can export.nwc files directly from Revit Systems/Revit MEP software.

You will need to install Navisworks on the same machine as Revit Systems/Revit MEP. Revit properties are supported. These can be viewed in the 'Properties' window. To open the Properties window, go to View > Control Bars > Properties. Autodesk 3ds Max 3 to 2010 3ds Max Details Other Formats DWG, DXF, 3DS, IGES
To view your 3ds Max model in Navisworks, you will need to have 3ds Max software
installed on the same machine. Then, simply export to.nwc for use in Navisworks.
Navisworks does not support.max files, so you cannot read the native file format
directly into Navisworks. NOTE: Navisworks Simulate and Manage both support the export of textures and materials from 3ds Max.
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Exporter Autodesk VIZ 4 to 2008 Viz Details Other Formats DWG, DXF, 3DS
To view your VIZ model in Navisworks, you will need to have VIZ software installed
on the same machine. Then, simply export to.nwc for use in Navisworks. Navisworks does not support.max files, so you cannot read the native file format directly into Navisworks. NOTE: Autodesk Navisworks Simulate and Autodesk Navisworks Manage both support the export of textures and materials from Autodesk 3ds Max. Autodesk Maya Maya Details Other Formats DXF, IGES, VRML
Navisworks has file readers for.dxf,.igs.iges and.wrl.wrz.

Bentley

AutoPLANT AutoPlant Details Other Formats DWG, DXF, 3DS
In order to read an AutoPLANT DWG file into Navisworks, you will first need to install the AutoPLANT Object Enabler.
NOTE: When using an object enabler, choose one of the same or later version as the authoring application, and then ensure the corresponding (Navisworks) loader version (year) is selected in Tools > Global Options > File Readers > DWG/DXF/SAT > DWG Loader Version.
You can also export to.nwc or.nwd if you have Navisworks installed on the same machine as AutoPLANT.
NOTE: To ensure geometry is rendered correctly when reading a DWG file into Navisworks, or exporting from AutoPLANT, ensure the render type is set to Shaded in Tools > Global Options > File Readers > DWG/DXF/SAT > Render Type.
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Exporter MicroStation SE MicroStation SE Details Other Formats DWG, DXF, DGN, IGES, VRML
Models can be exported as NWC or NWD files from MicroStation SE if you have Navisworks installed on the same machine. Navisworks supports the native MicroStation.dgn file format, which can be read directly into Navisworks. Object properties, such as colors and ambient, diffuse and shininess properties of materials from.pal and.mat palette and material files are supported. Autodesk Navisworks Simulate and Autodesk Navisworks Manage support MicroStation materials and textures.
NOTE: For optimum file fidelity we recommend the NWC (or NWD) Exporter from within MicroStation whenever possible. MicroStation J MicroStation J Details Other Formats DWG, DXF, DGN, IGES, STEP, VRML
Models can be exported as NWC or NWD files from MicroStation J if you have Navisworks installed on the same machine. Navisworks supports the native MicroStation.dgn file format, which can be read directly into Navisworks. Object properties, such as colors and ambient, diffuse and shininess properties of materials from.pal and.mat palette and material files are supported. Intergraph PDS object information can be read from.drv files and DMRS and database linkage and association ID's are also supported. These can be viewed in the Properties window. To open the Properties window, go to View > Control Bars > Properties. Autodesk Navisworks Simulate and Autodesk Navisworks Manage support MicroStation materials and textures.
NOTE: For optimum file fidelity we recommend the NWC (or NWD) Exporter from within MicroStation whenever possible. NOTE: For exporting numerous files from MicroStation we recommend using the Perl script installed with Navisworks (by default in, C:\Program Files\Autodesk\Navisworks [Review/Simulate/Manage] 2010\Tools).
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Exporter MicroStation v8 to 8.5, XM (8.9) MicroStation v8 Details Other Formats DWG, DXF, DGN, IGES, STEP, VRML
Models can be exported as NWC or NWD files from MicroStation V8 if you have Navisworks installed on the same machine. Navisworks supports the native MicroStation V8 dgn file format, which can be read directly into Navisworks. Object properties, such as colors and ambient, diffuse and shininess properties of materials from.pal and.mat palette and material files are supported. Autodesk Navisworks Simulate and Autodesk Navisworks Manage support MicroStation materials and textures.

Graphisoft

ArchiCAD 6.5 to 7 ArchiCAD 6.5 to 7 Details Other Formats DWG, DXF, DGN
ArchiCAD can export to the Navisworks.nwc file format. Navisworks does NOT have a direct reader for ArchiCAD files. ArchiCAD can also save files as.dwg,.dxf and.dgn formats. These can be read directly by Navisworks. Object properties, such as GUIDS and Library Part Parameters can optionally be exported with the Navisworks file.
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Exporter ArchiCAD 8 to 12 ArchiCAD 8 to 11 Details Other Formats DWG, DXF, DGN, IFC
ArchiCAD can export to Navisworks.nwc file format. Navisworks does NOT have a direct reader for ArchiCAD files. ArchiCAD can also save files as.dwg,.dxf,.dgn and.ifc formats. These can be read directly by Navisworks. Object properties, such as GUIDS and Library Part Parameters can optionally be exported with the Navisworks file.
Constructor 2005 to 2007 Constructor Details Other Formats DWG, DXF, DGN
Constructor 2005 can export to the Navisworks.nwc file format. Navisworks does NOT have a direct reader for Constructor 2005 files. Object properties, such as GUIDS and Library Part Parameters can optionally be exported with the Navisworks file.

AceCad

StruCad StruCad Details Other Formats DXF, CIS/2
StruCad files can be viewed in Navisworks, if they have been saved as.dxf or.stp format. Object properties are not supported.

auto.des.sys

form.z form.z Details Other Formats DWG, DXF, 3DS, IGES, STL, VRML
Navisworks supports all of the above file formats, which form.z can export to.
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CADPIPE CADPIPE Details Other Formats DWG, DXF, 3DS
To view CADPIPE object properties in Navisworks, you may need to turn on the Convert Object Properties option. To do this, go to Tools > Global Options > File Readers > DWG/DXF/SAT > Advanced and select the CADPIPE option. Any CADPIPE properties can then be viewed in the 'Properties' window. To open the Properties window, go to View > Control Bars > Properties. CADPIPE 'Industrial' and 'Commercial' cannot be used at the same time. If both are installed, then industrial is used. You can disable either or both by going to Tools > Global Options > Registry > Current User > CADPIPE. Change the version you require to one (1) and disable the other version by changing that value to zero (0).
PDMS PDMS Details Other Formats RVM
Navisworks can read.rvm files exported from PDMS. AVEVA Review.rvs files are also supported. These require the same filename as the.rvm file. PDMS attribute files are supported, output using either the 'Dump Attributes' or 'Datal' formats. These can be viewed in the 'Properties' window. To open the Properties window, go to View > Control Bars > Properties.

CADopia

IntelliCAD IntelliCAD Details Other Formats DWG, DXF
Navisworks supports the native IntelliCAD.dwg file format, which can be read directly into Navisworks.
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CEA Technology

Plant-4D Plant-4D Details Other Formats DWG, DGN
Navisworks has file readers for.dwg and.dgn files, both of which are supported by Plant-4D.

COADE, Inc.

CADWorx Plant CADWorx Plant Details Other Formats DWG, DXF, 3DS
Models can be exported from CADWorx as either.nwc or.nwd format, if you have Navisworks installed on the same machine. Navisworks also provides support for.dwg files enabling native CADWorx models to be read directly into Navisworks. CADWorx object properties are also supported by Navisworks and these can be viewed in the 'Properties' window. To open the Properties window, go to View > Control Bars > Properties. CADWorx piping, steel, and equipment data is fully supported by Navisworks.
CADWorx Pipe CADWorx Pipe Details Other Formats DWG, DXF, 3DS
Models can be exported from CADWorx as either.nwc or.nwd format, if you have Navisworks installed on the same machine. Navisworks also provides support for.dwg files enabling native CADWorx models to be read directly into Navisworks. CADWorx object properties are also supported by Navisworks and these can be viewed in the 'Properties' window. To open the Properties window, go to View > Control Bars > Properties. The legacy product, CADWorx Pipe, is fully supported by Navisworks.
CADWorx Steel CADWorx Steel Details Other Formats DWG, DXF, 3DS
Models can be exported from CADWorx as either.nwc or.nwd format, if you have Navisworks installed on the same machine. Supported Applications | 18

Exporter

Navisworks also provides support for.dwg files enabling native CADWorx models to be read directly into Navisworks. CADWorx object properties are also supported by Navisworks and these can be viewed in the 'Properties' window. To open the Properties window, go to View > Control Bars > Properties. CADWorx Steel is fully supported by Navisworks.

BSLink BSLink Details Other Formats DWG, DXF, 3DS
In order to read a BSLink file into Navisworks, you either need BSLink installed on the same machine as Navisworks, or AutoCAD installed complete with the BSLink object enabler. If BSLink is installed, the object enabler is not necessary. With Navisworks installed on the same machine, simply export to.nwc or.nwd. In Navisworks, object properties can be viewed in the 'BSLink' tab in the 'Properties' window. To open the properties window, go to View > Control Bars > Properties.
Framing Framing Details Other Formats DWG, DXF, 3DS
In order to read a Framing file into Navisworks, you either need COINS Framing installed on the same machine as Navisworks, or ADT installed complete with the Framing object enabler. If COINS Framing is installed, the object enabler is not necessary. If Navisworks is installed on the same machine, simply export to.nwc or.nwd. In Navisworks, object properties can be viewed in the Framing tab in the Properties window. To open the properties window, go to View > Control Bars > Properties.
3D+ 3D+ Details Other Formats DWG, CIS/2
3D+ has a Navisworks Exporter, enabling you to export a Navisworks file out of 3D+. Also see the 3D+ website for information on their 3D+ Navisworks Reader. This is a plug-in to Navisworks, enabling you to read the native.3nwc file format in Navisworks. 3D+ object properties are supported by Navisworks via either of the above routes. Supported Applications | 19

Dassault Systemes

CATIA CATIA Details Other Formats DXF, IGES, STEP, JT
Navisworks has file readers for.dxf,.igs,.stp and.jt files, all of which can be exported from CATIA. STEP is the preferred exchange format.

Google

SketchUp (up to v6) SketchUp Details Other Formats DWG, 3DS
SketchUp.skp files can be read directly into Navisworks. Texture materials are supported in Navisworks Simulate and Manage. Grouping objects in SketchUp will make it easier to use the model in Navisworks, for example applying Presenter materials, or attaching objects to TimeLiner tasks. Google SketchUp 7 files can be saved as an earlier version (e.g. version 6 SKP file), which can then be read into Navisworks.

Hannappel SOFTWARE GmbH

elcoCAD R4 elcoCAD R4 Details Other Formats DWG, DXF, 3DS
Models can be exported from elcoCAD as either.nwc or.nwd format. Navisworks also supports the native elcoCAD.dwg file format, which can be read directly into Navisworks. Object properties are also supported by Navisworks and these can be viewed in the 'Properties' window. To open the Properties window, go to View > Control Bars > Properties.

Intergraph

PDS PDS Details Other Formats DWG, DXF, DGN, IGES, STEP
Intergraph PDS will save the model geometry in a.dgn file and the property information in a.drv file. Both files are required by Navisworks to read the model with object properties. Supported Applications | 20
In Navisworks, go to Tools > Global Options > DGN, scroll down and check the 'Convert PDS Data' option. Ensure the.dgn and.drv files reside in the same directory. Navisworks will then import the model, along with its properties. PDS object properties can be viewed in the 'Properties' window. To open the Properties window, go to View > Control Bars > Properties. If Navisworks has been installed onto the same machine as Intergraph PDS, you will be able to export from PDS as a Navisworks.nwc or.nwd file.

Informatix

MicroGDS MicroGDS Details Other Formats MAN
Navisworks supports the native MicroGDS.man file format, which can be read directly into Navisworks. Colors and Materials from the file are supported. The.man File Reader options can be found in Tools > Global Options > File Readers > MAN.

ITandFactory

CADISON CADISON Details Other Formats DXF, 3DS
Navisworks can directly read CADISON.dwg files, utilizing the.dwg file reader. In order to read a CADISON file into Navisworks, you either need CADISON installed on the same machine as Navisworks, or you will need to install the CADISON Object Enabler. If CADISON is installed, the object enabler is not necessary.
NOTE: When using an object enabler, ensure the corresponding loader version (year) is selected in Tools > Global Options > File Readers > DWG/DXF/SAT > DWG Loader Version.
With either CADISON or the Object Enabler installed, simply open the CADISON.dwg file in Navisworks. If CADISON is installed on the same machine as Navisworks, then you can also export to.nwc or.nwd. Exporting a Navisworks file from CADISON also retains the models object properties that can be viewed in the 'Properties' window. To open the Properties window, go to View > Control Bars > Properties.
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Exporter TRICAD MS TRICAD Details Other Formats VRML
If TriCAD MS is installed on the same machine as Navisworks, then you can also export to.nwc or.nwd. Exporting a Navisworks file from TRICAD MS also retains the models object properties that can be viewed in the 'Properties' window. To open the Properties window, go to View > Control Bars > Properties.

Kubotek USA

CADKEY CADKEY Details Other Formats DWG, DXF, IGES, STEP
Navisworks has file readers for.dwg files and also.dxf,.igs and.stp files, all of which are supported by CADKEY.

M.A.P.

CAD-Duct CAD-Duct Details Other Formats DWG, DXF, 3DS
In order to read a CAD-Duct file into Navisworks, you either need CAD-Duct installed on the same machine as Navisworks, or have the CAD-Duct Object Enabler installed. The CAD-Duct Object Enabler can be downloaded from the CAD-Duct website, found under Support > Additional Files.

Pro/ENGINEER Pro/ENGINEER Details Other Formats IGES, STEP, VRML, JT
You can read your Pro/ENGINEER models into Navisworks via any of the above file formats.
CADDS 5 CADDS 5 Details Other Formats IGES, STEP
You can read CADDS 5 3D models into Navisworks, by exporting either an IGES or STEP file from CADDS 5 and then utilize either the Navisworks.igs, or.stp file readers.
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QuickPen

PipeDesigner 3D PipeDesigner 3D Details Other Formats DWG, DXF, 3DS
Models can be exported from PipeDesigner 3D as either.nwc or.nwd format. Navisworks also supports the native.dwg file format, which can be read directly into Navisworks if the relevant Object Enabler is installed. Object properties, (such as Material Colors and Entity Handles) are also supported by Navisworks and these can be viewed in the 'Properties' window. To open the Properties window, go to View > Control Bars > Properties.
DuctDesigner 3D DuctDesigner 3D Details Other Formats DWG, DXF, 3DS
Models can be exported from DuctDesigner 3D as either.nwc or.nwd format. Navisworks also supports the native.dwg file format, which can be read directly into Navisworks if the relevant Object Enabler is installed. Object properties, (such as Material Colors and Entity Handles) are also supported by Navisworks and these can be viewed in the 'Properties' window. To open the Properties window, go to View > Control Bars > Properties.

RAM International

CADstudio CADstudio Details Other Formats DWG, DXF, 3DS
Models can be exported from CADstudio as either.nwc or.nwd format. Navisworks also supports the native CADstudio.dwg file format, which can be read directly into Navisworks. Object properties are also supported by Navisworks and these can be viewed in the 'Properties' window. To open the Properties window, go to View > Control Bars > Properties.
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SolidWorks

SolidWorks SolidWorks Details Other Formats DWG, DXF, IGES, STEP, VRML, JT
SolidWorks models can be exported to DWG, DXF, IGES, STEP, VRML or JT format which can then be read into Navisworks.
Tekla Structures Tekla Structures Details Other Formats DGN, VRML, CIS/2
Tekla Structures can export to the.dgn file format, which can be read directly into Navisworks. Tekla Structures can additionally output to CIS/2. This may then be converted to VRML using the translator from the National Institute of Standards and Technology (see the NIST website for more information). The VRML file can then be read directly into Navisworks. Limited object properties are supported via the.dgn route.

Xsteel Xsteel Details Other Formats DGN
Xsteel can export to the.dgn file format, which can be read directly into Navisworks. Limited object properties are supported via the.dgn route.

think3

thinkdesign thinkdesign Details Other Formats DWG, DXF, IGES, STEP
Navisworks has file readers for.dwg/.dxf files and also.igs and.stp files.
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I-deas I-deas Details Other Formats DXF, IGES, STEP, JT
Navisworks has file readers for.dxf,.igs.stp and.jt files.
Solid Edge Solid Edge Details Other Formats IGES, STEP, JT
Solid Edge can export to IGES STEP and JT files, which can be read directly into Navisworks.
NX (Unigraphics) NX Details Other Formats DXF, IGES, STEP, JT
FactoryCAD FactoryCAD Details Other Formats DWG, DXF, 3DS
In order to read a FactoryCAD file into Navisworks, you either need FactoryCAD or the FactoryCAD object enabler installed on the same machine.
If FactoryCAD is installed, the object enabler is not necessary. Simply export to.nwc or.nwd.
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UHP Process Piping

FabPro Pipe FabPro-Pipe Details Other Formats DWG, DXF, 3DS
Models can be exported from FabPro Pipe as either.nwc or.nwd format. Navisworks also supports the native FabPro Pipe.dwg file format, which can be read directly into Navisworks.

x-plant

x-plant x-plant Details Other Formats DWG, DXF, 3DS
Models can be exported from x-plant as either.nwc or.nwd format. Navisworks also supports the native x-plant.dwg file format, which can be read directly into Navisworks.
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Supported Scheduling Software
The following table contains a list of the project scheduling software and formats supported by Autodesk Navisworks Simulate 2010 and Autodesk Navisworks Manage 2010.

Developer Product

File Format

Powerproject 8 to 10.pp

Requires Asta Powerproject to be installed on same machine, to make link. Requires Microsoft Project to be installed on same machine, to make link. Requires P3 to be installed on same machine. The file format is not read directly. Instead, TimeLiner logs into P3 and retrieves project information. Requires Primavera v4.1, 5 or 6 Engineering and Construction to be installed on same machine, along with the Primavera SDK. TimeLiner connects to the Primavera database via an ODBC data source link. Does not require any project software to be installed. This is the common project exchange format which can be exported to from a number of scheduling packages. Does not require any project software to be installed. This is a common exchange format which can be exported from a number of applications including, Microsoft Excel. Navisworks Simulate and Manage can additionally export TimeLiner task information to this format.

Microsoft

Project 2000 to 2007.mpp

Primavera

ProjectPlanner (P3)
Primavera Engineering and Construction
Microsoft Project Exchange Format

CSV Exchange Format

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