batch-cad-converter

What This Skill Does

The batch-cad-converter is a robust automation utility designed for architects, engineers, and construction managers who handle large volumes of BIM and CAD data. It simplifies the transition between proprietary formats like Revit (.rvt), IFC, DWG, and DGN. Instead of opening each file individually in its native software, the agent orchestrates a systematic batch process. It features built-in error handling, allowing the process to continue even if a specific file is corrupt or locked, and provides detailed logging for every action taken.

Installation

To integrate this skill into your environment, run the following command within your terminal or OpenClaw interface:

clawhub install openclaw/skills/skills/datadrivenconstruction/batch-cad-converter

Ensure that the underlying executable converters (RvtExporter, IfcExporter, etc.) are accessible in your environment or configured via the converter_dir settings.

Use Cases

• Project Archiving: Convert thousands of legacy Revit files into universal formats for long-term storage or stakeholder review.
• BIM Coordination: Prepare large datasets for cloud-based collaboration by batch-converting local DWG and DGN files into standardized IFC formats.
• Automated Reporting: Generate daily summary reports on conversion health, identifying which files need manual intervention without halting the entire project pipeline.

Example Prompts

1. "Batch convert all Revit files in the 'Drafts' folder to IFC and save the results to the 'Converted' directory, letting me know if any files fail."
2. "I have a folder of hundreds of DWG drawings. Run the batch-cad-converter on them and provide a consolidated summary of the successful exports."
3. "Start the bulk conversion for the project repository; use the converter settings in the current directory and notify me when the progress hits 50%."

Tips & Limitations

• Performance: For extremely large batches, the skill utilizes a ThreadPoolExecutor. Ensure your system has sufficient CPU and memory, as CAD software can be resource-intensive.
• Dependencies: This skill assumes the existence of command-line export tools. Verify that your specific version of Revit or CAD software provides the necessary command-line interface tools mentioned in the implementation configuration.
• Error Handling: The skill records results in the ConversionResult dataclass; always review the generated report if the success counter does not match the total input file count.