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To Export Steel Construction Data in SDNF Format
You can export straight steel beam construction data (type, length, position, position relative to the profile reference curve, and profile end offsets) to structural analysis or other software. Data is exported relative to the standard coordinate system of the assembly in a format that is compatible with Steel Detailing Neutral Format.
Because section naming differs from system to system, an sdnf_section_translation.txt file is included in the definition subdirectory. Use it to translate BUW_SIZE parameter section names into a string that the receiving system can read.
1. On the Framework tab, click Project > Export SDNF profile.
2. An export file named <assembly_name>.lis is created. All successfully exported profiles are highlighted in green.
 
* Ensure that you notify the recipient of the export file if all profiles are not successfully exported.