Getting Started — LGSConverter Tutorial

Everything you need to convert your IFC, XML, or FCP files to machine-ready CSV output.

Getting Started

Introduction walkthrough — video tutorial coming soon. Estimated time: 8 minutes.

Upload your file — Drag and drop an IFC, FrameCAD XML, FCP, or ZIP archive of XML files onto the converter tool.
Review frames — Inspect each panel in the 2D frame editor. Edit members, tooling, and review QA reports.
Export CSV — Configure your machine profile and export a machine-ready CSV for your roll-former.

Comprehensive PDF covering all features, conversion settings, machine profiles, and troubleshooting. Download PDF

Always verify output before sending to the machine. The converter is designed to produce accurate CSV output, but all conversion results should be reviewed by a qualified LGS engineer before running on the machine. Use the 2D frame viewer and QA report to verify every frame.
Supported input formats: IFC (via FRAMECAD Detailer export or other IFC authoring tools), FrameCAD XML export (single files or a ZIP archive of multiple XML files), and FCP binary files.
Machine profile configuration: Each CSV export uses a machine profile that maps frame tooling to machine tool IDs. Configure your profile once under Machine Settings and it will be reused for every export.
Pricing is per linear metre exported: You are charged only when you export a CSV, based on the total linear metres of steel in that export. Reviewing, editing, and converting without exporting incurs no charge.
IFC files from non-FRAMECAD tools: The converter supports generic IFC files from any authoring tool, not just FRAMECAD Detailer. Structural member classification and tooling may be less precise for non-FC IFC sources.
Large files: Files with many frames (50+) may take 30–60 seconds to process on initial upload.