BMEcat with ETIM Classification Data
BMEcat (Business-to-Manufacturer electronic catalog) and ETIM (ElectroTechnical Information Model) are two distinct standards widely used in the construction and technical industries. In some cases, they are combined for more efficient product data exchange.
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BMEcat:
BMEcat is a standard format for the electronic exchange of product catalogs between manufacturers and distributors. It defines a structured XML format that contains product information such as descriptions, prices, availability, technical specifications, and other relevant data. BMEcat is commonly used in construction, as well as in industries like mechanical engineering and electronics. -
ETIM:
ETIM is a classification system for technical products in the electrical and electronics sector. It defines a standardized schema for classifying products and structuring technical features and attributes. ETIM facilitates the uniform classification and description of products, which improves the exchange of product information between manufacturers, dealers, and other stakeholders in the supply chain.
In many cases, BMEcat and ETIM are used together — especially for exchanging product information for electrical and electronic goods.
Manufacturers can structure their product catalogs according to the BMEcat format while embedding ETIM classifications for product descriptions and technical attributes.
This combination enables efficient and standardized communication along the entire supply chain and makes it easier to integrate product data into various systems and platforms.