The IfcProductExtension defines the subtypes (3rd level of the
inheritance hierarchy) of IfcProduct, which is provided within the
IfcKernel. Basis concepts, introduced within the
IfcProductExtension, are:
- the spatial project structure
- the element
- the grid
The spatial project structure defines the site, the building, the
building storey and the space and its decomposition structure. An element is
assigned to the spatial project structure and may refer to a grid. Basic types
of elements, which are introduced are
- building element
- opening element
- electrical element
- furnishing element
- distribution element
- transportation element
- equipment element
Additionally the concepts of system and zone are introduced within the
IfcProductExtension.