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7.11.2.4 IfcPileConstructionEnum

7.11.2.4.1 Semantic definition

Enumeration defining the construction type for piles. The type is mainly based on how the piles are used and manufactured. Some material information is mixed in because this affects the way the piles are used.

7.11.2.4.2 Type values

Type Description
CAST_IN_PLACE

Piles and piers that are excavated and poured in place.

COMPOSITE

iles that are a mix of components, such as a steel outer casing which is driven into the ground with a cast-in-place concrete core.

PRECAST_CONCRETE

Piles that are entirely of precast concrete (possibly with some steel or other fixtures).

PREFAB_STEEL

Prefabricated piles made entirely out of steel. It will also include steel sheet piles where these are not part of another construction element.

USERDEFINED

Special types of pile construction which meet specific local requirements.

NOTDEFINED

The type of pile construction is not defined.

Table 7.11.2.4.A

7.11.2.4.3 Formal representation

TYPE IfcPileConstructionEnum = ENUMERATION OF
	(CAST_IN_PLACE
	,COMPOSITE
	,PRECAST_CONCRETE
	,PREFAB_STEEL
	,USERDEFINED
	,NOTDEFINED);
END_TYPE;

7.11.2.4.4 References