Category: Technical Manuals

Structural Modelling

Temperature Loads

           Define Thermal Load User-defined temperature differences can be assigned to individual, or multiple columns, walls and beams in the model.…

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Structural Modelling

Working With Planes

Plane Properties Plane Definition "Plane Properties" will be loaded when the "Plane Definition" option in the "Modelling" ribbon is selected. Planes are used to assist…

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Structural Modelling

Castellated Beam

A castellated beam is created by slicing an I-beam longitudinally along its web in a specific pattern. The goal is to separate and then rejoin…

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Structural Modelling

Working With Columns

Defining a New Column Before inserting a column member its reference axes must be defined.  Column can only be inserted on insertion point defined by…

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Structural Modelling

Working With Purlins

Define a New Purlins Before inserting purlins, trusses/beams/ steel frame members must be defined.  To define purlins:  Click on the "Purlin" button from toolbar or you…

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Structural Modelling

Working With Walls

Defining a New Wall Before inserting a wall member its reference axes must be defined.   Walls are defined by two axis intersection points (insertion points) …

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