OmniClass for ArchiCAD

OmniClass for ArchiCAD

Using ArchiCAD? You need OmniClass classifications to tag models, organize families, and structure BIM data.

The Construction Standard provides licensed OmniClass access through CSI Dynamic Standards — with current classifications for ArchiCAD integration.

How ArchiCAD Users Need OmniClass

ArchiCAD users need OmniClass to tag model elements with lifecycle classifications, organize families and assemblies by OmniClass structure, generate schedules and keynotes using OmniClass organization, and export BIM data with OmniClass classifications for handover.

The Problem with Hardcoded OmniClass Data in ArchiCAD

Many ArchiCAD users try to hardcode OmniClass classifications directly into ArchiCAD. This creates problems:

• ArchiCAD families with stale data — OmniClass is updated regularly by CSI; families with hardcoded classifications from older editions propagate errors across every project
• No edition tracking — When OmniClass updates, ArchiCAD users don't know which families need updating or what changed
• Coordination failures — When different ArchiCAD users reference different OmniClass editions, coordination breaks down

Licensed OmniClass Access for ArchiCAD Users

The Construction Standard provides licensed access to OmniClass through CSI Dynamic Standards. ArchiCAD users get:

• Always-current classifications — Look up current OmniClass classifications before tagging families, know which edition applies to your project, and see what changed between editions
• Cross-references — Cross-reference OmniClass to MasterFormat sections (for specification alignment) and connect OmniClass to UniFormat elements (for building element tagging)
• Searchable lookup — Search by table number, code, or keyword, browse the full OmniClass hierarchy, and bookmark frequently-used classifications for ArchiCAD work

Get Started with OmniClass for ArchiCAD

The Construction Standard provides licensed access to CSI Dynamic Standards — including OmniClass, through the platform. ArchiCAD users get current, authorized OmniClass data for BIM classification.