This Node.js script automates the injection of master data into Archicad GSM library objects to streamline BIM metadata management. The Archicad 3D Object (GSM) Parser is a technical utility designed to facilitate the bulk processing of BIM metadata. It operates as a command-line interface tool, allowing users to bridge external Master Data Management (MDM) systems with native GDL library parts. By executing this script, BIM managers can systematically update property sets, classification parameters, and identification strings across multiple GSM files without manual entry. The tool focuses on structural efficiency, ensuring that object-level information remains consistent with project-wide data standards, which is essential for maintaining high-integrity information models throughout the design and construction documentation phases.

The download is a 20 KB file containing .ZIP files.

To utilize this script, ensure a Node.js environment is configured on your workstation. The tool processes GSM files by mapping external data fields to the corresponding GDL parameters defined within the object script. Users typically run this parser via a terminal, specifying the source MDM data file and the target library directory. Once executed, the script updates the embedded metadata, which can then be reloaded directly into an active project library for immediate scheduling and documentation.

This utility is intended for BIM managers and digital construction leads working on complex, data-heavy projects where manual metadata entry is prone to error. It is particularly effective for standardizing large manufacturer libraries or internal office templates across residential, commercial, and healthcare typologies. By automating these repetitive tasks, teams can focus on model coordination and clash detection rather than data maintenance. The parser integrates seamlessly into existing BIM workflows, ensuring that all library components remain fully compliant with project information requirements and classification systems.