By default, a separate tab displays on the Support Editor window for the framework support and each of the associated ancillaries.
The framework support tab allows you to size and position a framework support. Functionality is also available to add a crossbar and bracing to the framework support. The framework support can also be viewed in a 3D view.

Select default tab
Click to display the default tab. The default tab is the first tab created and is positioned furthest left.
Select ancillary tab by canvas pick
Click to display the tab for an identified ancillary using a cursor pick in the 3D view.
You are prompted to Identify ancillary in current support
2D/3D View
Click to display a 3D view of the framework support and the associated ancillaries. Refer to 3D View Tab for further information.
Dimensions
Input values in the Dimensions fields to explicitly modify the dimensions of the framework support.
If a value is entered that is outside the allowable range, an error message displays summarizing the problem.
Build by Cursor
Click to identify the first element to support from using a cursor pick in the 3D view.
You are prompted to Identify first element to support from
You must then identify the second element to support from using a cursor pick in the 3D view.
You are prompted to Identify second element to support from
The support is created using dimensions gained from the positions of the identified elements.
By default, connections are made to the identified supporting elements which results in some Dimensions fields becoming inactive. Refer to Supports Connectivity for further information.
Build By Clearance
Click to identify the element to support from using a cursor pick in the 3D view.
You are prompted to Identify element to support from
The application creates the support using the dimensions gained from the position of the identified element. The clearances are calculated from the default values, obtained from:
The values stored against each ancillary standard in the Aveva Catalogue™ defaults database. If unset, the clearance values from the Supports Application Defaults window are used. Refer to Supports Defaults for further information.
The build style of the framework stored against the :MDSBUILDSTYL uda at each framework template STRU element. That is, the default is INSIDE and the alternative value is OUTSIDE.
The clearance values and all other default values can be queried by displaying the Supports Application Defaults window. Refer to Supports Defaults and Automatic Steelwork Orientation for further information.
By default, connections are made to the identified elements which results in some Dimensions fields becoming inactive. Refer to Supports Connectivity for further information.
Create Bracing
Allows you to define bracing for the framework support. Refer to Bracing for further information.
Create Crossbar
Click to add a crossbar to a framework support. You must identify one or more ancillaries to associate with the crossbar using a cursor pick in the 3D view.
You are prompted to Identify Ancillary to support
You can continue to identify additional ancillaries using a cursor pick in the 3D view.
Press ESC to add the crossbar.
Distance/Clearance
Allows you to position the framework support. The functionality is identical to the positioning of a preliminary support. Refer to Preliminary Tab for further information.
Distance from Support/Distance from pipe element
Allows you to position of the framework support. The functionality is identical to the positioning of a preliminary support. Refer to Preliminary Tab for further information.

Select default tab
Click to display the default tab. The default tab is the first tab created and is positioned furthest left.

Select ancillary tab by canvas pick
Click to display the tab for an identified ancillary using a cursor pick in the 3D view.
You are prompted to Identify ancillary in current support

2D/3D View
Click to display a 3D view of the framework support and the associated ancillaries. Refer to 3D View Tab for further information.

Dimensions
Input values in the Dimensions fields to explicitly modify the dimensions of the framework support.
If a value is entered that is outside the allowable range, an error message displays summarizing the problem.

Build by Cursor
Click to identify the first element to support from using a cursor pick in the 3D view.
You are prompted to Identify first element to support from
You must then identify the second element to support from using a cursor pick in the 3D view.
You are prompted to Identify second element to support from
The support is created using dimensions gained from the positions of the identified elements.
By default, connections are made to the identified supporting elements which results in some Dimensions fields becoming inactive. Refer to Supports Connectivity for further information.

Build By Clearance
Click to identify the element to support from using a cursor pick in the 3D view.
You are prompted to Identify element to support from
The application creates the support using the dimensions gained from the position of the identified element. The clearances are calculated from the default values, obtained from:
The clearance values and all other default values can be queried by displaying the Supports Application Defaults window. Refer to Supports Defaults and Automatic Steelwork Orientation for further information.
By default, connections are made to the identified elements which results in some Dimensions fields becoming inactive. Refer to Supports Connectivity for further information.

Create Bracing
Allows you to define bracing for the framework support. Refer to Bracing for further information.

Create Crossbar
Click to add a crossbar to a framework support. You must identify one or more ancillaries to associate with the crossbar using a cursor pick in the 3D view.
You are prompted to Identify Ancillary to support
You can continue to identify additional ancillaries using a cursor pick in the 3D view.
Press ESC to add the crossbar.

Distance/Clearance
Allows you to position the framework support. The functionality is identical to the positioning of a preliminary support. Refer to Preliminary Tab for further information.

Distance from Support/Distance from pipe element
Allows you to position of the framework support. The functionality is identical to the positioning of a preliminary support. Refer to Preliminary Tab for further information.

Cycle End Position
Allows you to position the framework support on a cable tray bend, tee, cross, elbow or reducer created as a member of a PIPE element using the Cable Tray module.
Click Cycle End Position to move the framework support to a different component end position ppoint. Repeat the command to cycle through the available ppoints.
The example displays the available end-point positions for a reducer.
Note:
Ppoints not consistent with the current configuration are skipped, for example, a vertical end for a CT03 framework with a tee on its side.
Cycle End Position
Allows you to position the framework support on a cable tray bend, tee, cross, elbow or reducer created as a member of a PIPE element using the Cable Tray module.
Click Cycle End Position to move the framework support to a different component end position ppoint. Repeat the command to cycle through the available ppoints.
The example displays the available end-point positions for a reducer.

Position Around Tray
Allows you to position the framework support on a cable tray bend, tee, cross, riser or reducer created as a member of a CWAY element using the Cabling System module. Refer to Cable Tray Bend Supports (CWAY Elements) for further information.
Position Around Tray
Allows you to position the framework support on a cable tray bend, tee, cross, riser or reducer created as a member of a CWAY element using the Cabling System module. Refer to Cable Tray Bend Supports (CWAY Elements) for further information.

Select default tab
Click to display the default tab. The default tab is the first tab created and is positioned furthest left.
Select ancillary tab by canvas pick
Click to display the tab for an identified ancillary using a cursor pick in the 3D view.
You are prompted to Identify ancillary in current support
2D/3D View
Click to display a 3D view of the framework support and the associated ancillaries. Refer to 3D View Tab for further information.
Dimensions
Input values in the Dimensions fields to explicitly modify the dimensions of the framework support.
If a value is entered that is outside the allowable range, an error message displays summarizing the problem.
Build by Cursor
Click to identify the first element to support from using a cursor pick in the 3D view.
You are prompted to Identify first element to support from
You must then identify the second element to support from using a cursor pick in the 3D view.
You are prompted to Identify second element to support from
The support is created using dimensions gained from the positions of the identified elements.
By default, connections are made to the identified supporting elements which results in some Dimensions fields becoming inactive. Refer to Supports Connectivity for further information.
Build By Clearance
Click to identify the element to support from using a cursor pick in the 3D view.
You are prompted to Identify element to support from
The application creates the support using the dimensions gained from the position of the identified element. The clearances are calculated from the default values, obtained from:
The values stored against each ancillary standard in the Aveva Catalogue™ defaults database. If unset, the clearance values from the Supports Application Defaults window are used. Refer to Supports Defaults for further information.
The build style of the framework stored against the :MDSBUILDSTYL uda at each framework template STRU element. That is, the default is INSIDE and the alternative value is OUTSIDE.
The clearance values and all other default values can be queried by displaying the Supports Application Defaults window. Refer to Supports Defaults and Automatic Steelwork Orientation for further information.
By default, connections are made to the identified elements which results in some Dimensions fields becoming inactive. Refer to Supports Connectivity for further information.
Create Bracing
Allows you to define bracing for the framework support. Refer to Bracing for further information.
Create Crossbar
Click to add a crossbar to a framework support. You must identify one or more ancillaries to associate with the crossbar using a cursor pick in the 3D view.
You are prompted to Identify Ancillary to support
You can continue to identify additional ancillaries using a cursor pick in the 3D view.
Press ESC to add the crossbar.
Distance/Clearance
Allows you to position the framework support. The functionality is identical to the positioning of a preliminary support. Refer to Preliminary Tab for further information.
Distance from Support/Distance from pipe element
Allows you to position of the framework support. The functionality is identical to the positioning of a preliminary support. Refer to Preliminary Tab for further information.
Cycle End Position
Allows you to position the framework support on a cable tray bend, tee, cross, elbow or reducer created as a member of a PIPE element using the Cable Tray module.
Click Cycle End Position to move the framework support to a different component end position ppoint. Repeat the command to cycle through the available ppoints.
The example displays the available end-point positions for a reducer.
Note:
Ppoints not consistent with the current configuration are skipped, for example, a vertical end for a CT03 framework with a tee on its side.
Position Around Tray
Allows you to position the framework support on a cable tray bend, tee, cross, riser or reducer created as a member of a CWAY element using the Cabling System module. Refer to Cable Tray Bend Supports (CWAY Elements) for further information.
The values stored against each ancillary standard in the Aveva Catalogue™ defaults database. If unset, the clearance values from the Supports Application Defaults window are used. Refer to Supports Defaults for further information.
The build style of the framework stored against the :MDSBUILDSTYL uda at each framework template STRU element. That is, the default is INSIDE and the alternative value is OUTSIDE.
The values stored against each ancillary standard in the Aveva Catalogue™ defaults database. If unset, the clearance values from the Supports Application Defaults window are used. Refer to Supports Defaults for further information.
The values stored against each ancillary standard in the Aveva Catalogue™ defaults database. If unset, the clearance values from the Supports Application Defaults window are used. Refer to Supports Defaults for further information.
The build style of the framework stored against the :MDSBUILDSTYL uda at each framework template STRU element. That is, the default is INSIDE and the alternative value is OUTSIDE.
The build style of the framework stored against the :MDSBUILDSTYL uda at each framework template STRU element. That is, the default is INSIDE and the alternative value is OUTSIDE.
Note:
Ppoints not consistent with the current configuration are skipped, for example, a vertical end for a CT03 framework with a tee on its side.

3D View Tab
Supports Connectivity
Supports Defaults
Supports Defaults
Automatic Steelwork Orientation
Supports Connectivity
Bracing
Preliminary Tab
Preliminary Tab
Cable Tray Bend Supports (CWAY Elements)
Support Editor
Select default tab
Select ancillary tab by canvas pick
Identify ancillary in current support
2D/3D View
3D View Tab
Dimensions
Dimensions
Build by Cursor
Identify first element to support from
Identify second element to support from
Dimensions
Supports Connectivity
Build By Clearance
Identify element to support from
Supports Defaults
Supports Defaults
Automatic Steelwork Orientation
Dimensions
Supports Connectivity
Create Bracing
Bracing
Create Crossbar
Identify Ancillary to support
ESC
Distance/Clearance
Preliminary Tab
Distance from Support/Distance from pipe element
Preliminary Tab
Cycle End Position
Cycle End Position
Note
:
Position Around Tray
Cable Tray Bend Supports (CWAY Elements)


The 3D View part of the Support Editor window allows you to view a 3D representation of the support and the associated ancillaries.

2D/3D View
Click to return to a 2D View.
View along centreline of pipe
Click to view a 3D representation of the support and the associated ancillaries along the centreline of the pipe.
View perpendicular to pipe
Click to view a 3D representation of the support and the associated ancillaries perpendicular to the pipe.
View vertical to pipe
Click to view a 3D representation of the support and the associated ancillaries vertical to the pipe.

2D/3D View
Click to return to a 2D View.

View along centreline of pipe
Click to view a 3D representation of the support and the associated ancillaries along the centreline of the pipe.

View perpendicular to pipe
Click to view a 3D representation of the support and the associated ancillaries perpendicular to the pipe.

View vertical to pipe
Click to view a 3D representation of the support and the associated ancillaries vertical to the pipe.

The 3D view of the support and the associated ancillaries can be manipulated with the middle mouse button. Refer to Middle Button Drag for further information.
2D/3D View
Click to return to a 2D View.
View along centreline of pipe
Click to view a 3D representation of the support and the associated ancillaries along the centreline of the pipe.
View perpendicular to pipe
Click to view a 3D representation of the support and the associated ancillaries perpendicular to the pipe.
View vertical to pipe
Click to view a 3D representation of the support and the associated ancillaries vertical to the pipe.

Middle Button Drag
3D View
Support Editor
2D/3D View
View along centreline of pipe
View perpendicular to pipe
View vertical to pipe
Middle Button Drag


The Supports application can automatically orientate the support structure steel members of a framework support, dependant on the orientation of identified stiffeners. This function is available when you create a framework support using the build by cursor method within the framework creation process. The example indicates a typical example of a framework support (XFT08).

The correct orientation is achieved by utilizing appropriate templates. Each standard template has four alternatives. The names of the alternative templates are followed by a suffix, which is a configuration code based on the orientation of the stiffeners. Only templates that are built up from angle profiles have oriented alternatives.
The template catalogue has left and right hand versions of a template.
When the support framework is created using the build by cursor method. You are prompted to identify the first stiffener, then the second stiffener.
Once the stiffeners are identified, the Supports application checks that their gtype is angle. If so, the orientation of the stiffener is stored as a number in user-defined attribute (uda) :MdsTmplOri at STRU level. The Supports application then checks for the existence of an oriented template with this number; if found, this is used instead of the standard template.
All settings (number of bars, min/max bore, etc) are always obtained from the standard template, except the value stored in uda :MDSBuildStyl, that is copied from the alternative.
Currently, only DIN frames have oriented alternatives, stored in APPLDW/SUPPORT/FRAMES/ORI/. These are as follows:
XFT03
XFT23
XFT04
XFT31
XFT05
XFT32
XFT06
XFT35
XFT08
XFT36
XFT09
XFT37
XFT18
XFT40
XFT19
XFT42
XFT03
XFT23
XFT04
XFT31
XFT05
XFT32
XFT06
XFT35
XFT08
XFT36
XFT09
XFT37
XFT18
XFT40
XFT19
XFT42

XFT03
XFT23
XFT04
XFT31
XFT05
XFT32
XFT06
XFT35
XFT08
XFT36
XFT09
XFT37
XFT18
XFT40
XFT19
XFT42
Note:
Subsequent modifications of the support using build by clearance or dimensions methods selects the oriented template first.

Note
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When a framework support section (GENSEC) is connected to a structural support section (GENSEC), the connection between the two sections is represented on the attached framework support section as End Datum (ENDATU) and Fixing (FIXING) elements in the Model Explorer. To avoid the necessity to write to the structural database, the connection is not represented on the structural support section.
In the supports hierarchy, ENDATU and FIXING elements are created each time an attached section is connected. By default, the ENDATU and FIXING elements are deleted if a connected support is deleted.

When creating a framework using Create By Cursor or Create By Clearance, if the structural element that is picked is not a steel profile (GENSEC or HSTIFF) a civils connection is created. Examples of such elements are: FLOOR, STWALL, PANE.
A civils connection is similar to a steelwork end-plate connection. It consists of an ENDATU and a FIXING. Unlike a steelwork connection, it uses the CONREF attribute on the ENDATU to link to the civils element that it is connected to. There is also a return reference on the civils element, ENDRFA that returns all the civils connections referencing that element.
End Datum (ENDATU)
ENDATU elements are owned by GENSEC elements. By default, an ENDATU element is created for each connection. The ENDATU element contains the positioning line datum for the connection. The positioning line datum represents the Pline that the attached section is trimmed to. ENDATU elements can own FIXING elements.
Fixing (FIXING)
FIXING elements are owned by ENDATU elements and have the same position as the ENDATU. FIXING elements contain properties for:
Framework Support Section Properties
The GENSEC properties for the attached framework support are identical to the fixing properties for structural sections. Refer to Attached Sections for further information.
End Datum Properties
The ENDATU properties for a framework support section are identical to the end datum properties for structural sections. Refer to End Datum Properties for further information.
Fixing Properties
The FIXING properties for a framework support section are identical to the fixing properties for structural sections. Refer to Fixing Properties for further information.
Reconnect Framework Support
Reconnects the currently selected framework support if it is moved and the connection does not move with it.
On the command line, input the command RECONNECT and press Enter.
Although each connection has created ENDATU and FIXING elements in the Design database, these do not yet have any geometry associated with them. In order to represent them properly, a catalogue specification must be associated with each joint. Refer to Joint Specification for further information.
Connectivity to the structural 3D model
Trimming attached members
Specification Reference (SPREF attribute) for the joint.
Connectivity to the structural 3D model
Connectivity to the structural 3D model
Trimming attached members
Trimming attached members
Specification Reference (SPREF attribute) for the joint.
Specification Reference (SPREF attribute) for the joint.

Attached Sections
End Datum Properties
Fixing Properties
Joint Specification
End Datum (ENDATU)
Fixing (FIXING)
Framework Support Section Properties
Attached Sections
End Datum Properties
End Datum Properties
Fixing Properties
Fixing Properties
Reconnect Framework Support
RECONNECT
Enter
Joint Specification


Sets the bracing for the currently selected framework support.

The bracing support name displays at the top of the Bracing window.
The Options part of the Bracing window allows you to define the bracing type, size and style.

CE
Click to select existing bracing as the current element
The option becomes active when bracing has been created.
Pick
Click to select existing bracing using a cursor pick in the 3D view.
The option becomes active when bracing has been created.
You are prompted to Identify brace member to be modified
New Brace
Click to create new bracing.
The option becomes active when bracing has been created.
Mirror Brace
Click to mirror the bracing on its axis.
The option becomes active when bracing has been created.
Nudge Brace
Allows you to nudge the bracing by a set distance. Refer to Nudge Bracing for further information.
The option becomes active when bracing has been created.
Allows you to delete the currently selected bracing. A confirm window displays asking you to OK the deletion. Click Yes to delete the item.
Type
Select a bracing type from the drop-down list.
Size
Select a bracing size from the drop-down list.
Outside Frame
Click to select outside frame as the current bracing style. All other support types are deactivated.
Inside Frame
Click to select inside frame as the current bracing style. All other support types are deactivated.
Infront Frame
Click to select infront frame as the current bracing style. All other support types are deactivated.
Behind Frame
Click to select behind frame as the currently selected bracing style. All other support types are deactivated.
Under Cantilever
Click to select under cantilever as the currently selected bracing style. All other support types are deactivated.
Infront Cantilever
Click to select infront cantilever as the currently selected bracing style. All other support types are deactivated.
Behind Cantilever
Click to select behind cantilever as the currently selected bracing style. All other support types are deactivated.

CE
Click to select existing bracing as the current element
The option becomes active when bracing has been created.

Pick
Click to select existing bracing using a cursor pick in the 3D view.
The option becomes active when bracing has been created.
You are prompted to Identify brace member to be modified

New Brace
Click to create new bracing.
The option becomes active when bracing has been created.

Mirror Brace
Click to mirror the bracing on its axis.
The option becomes active when bracing has been created.

Nudge Brace
Allows you to nudge the bracing by a set distance. Refer to Nudge Bracing for further information.
The option becomes active when bracing has been created.

Allows you to delete the currently selected bracing. A confirm window displays asking you to OK the deletion. Click Yes to delete the item.

Type
Select a bracing type from the drop-down list.

Size
Select a bracing size from the drop-down list.

Outside Frame
Click to select outside frame as the current bracing style. All other support types are deactivated.

Inside Frame
Click to select inside frame as the current bracing style. All other support types are deactivated.

Infront Frame
Click to select infront frame as the current bracing style. All other support types are deactivated.

Behind Frame
Click to select behind frame as the currently selected bracing style. All other support types are deactivated.

Under Cantilever
Click to select under cantilever as the currently selected bracing style. All other support types are deactivated.

Infront Cantilever
Click to select infront cantilever as the currently selected bracing style. All other support types are deactivated.

Behind Cantilever
Click to select behind cantilever as the currently selected bracing style. All other support types are deactivated.
The Dimensions part of the Bracing window allows you to define the bracing dimensions, angle and offset.

Dim ‘L’
The field is populated by default, you can modify the dimension value to define the length of the bracing.
Select the L option button to lock the Dim ‘L’ dimension.
Dim ‘H’
The field is populated by default, you can modify the dimension value to define the height of the bracing.
Select the H option button to lock the Dim ‘H’ dimension.
Angle
The field is populated by default, you can modify the angle value to define the bracing angle.
Select the A option button to lock the angle.
Offset
The field is populated by default, you can modify the dimension value to define a bracing offset distance.
Dim ‘L’
The field is populated by default, you can modify the dimension value to define the length of the bracing.
Select the L option button to lock the Dim ‘L’ dimension.
Dim ‘H’
The field is populated by default, you can modify the dimension value to define the height of the bracing.
Select the H option button to lock the Dim ‘H’ dimension.
Angle
The field is populated by default, you can modify the angle value to define the bracing angle.
Select the A option button to lock the angle.
Offset
The field is populated by default, you can modify the dimension value to define a bracing offset distance.
The bottom of the Bracing window allows you to view an illustration of the bracing and define the graphical display settings for the bracing dimensions.
View Standard
Click to display the View Multi Discipline Standard window. The functionality of the View Multi Discipline Standard window is explained. Refer to View Multi Discipline Support Standard for further information.
Show/hide Dimensions
Click to display the bracing dimensions in the 3D view.

View Standard
Click to display the View Multi Discipline Standard window. The functionality of the View Multi Discipline Standard window is explained. Refer to View Multi Discipline Support Standard for further information.

Show/hide Dimensions
Click to display the bracing dimensions in the 3D view.
Click Apply to create the bracing, you must identify the associated framework support section using a cursor pick in the 3D view.
You are prompted to Identify frame member to be braced
You must then identify the associated supporting section using a cursor pick in the 3D view.
You are prompted to Identify supporting member
Click Cancel to close the Bracing window.
By default, a connection is made between the framework support bracing section (GENSEC) and the structural support section (GENSEC). Refer to Supports Connectivity for further information.
CE
Click to select existing bracing as the current element
The option becomes active when bracing has been created.
Pick
Click to select existing bracing using a cursor pick in the 3D view.
The option becomes active when bracing has been created.
You are prompted to Identify brace member to be modified
New Brace
Click to create new bracing.
The option becomes active when bracing has been created.
Mirror Brace
Click to mirror the bracing on its axis.
The option becomes active when bracing has been created.
Nudge Brace
Allows you to nudge the bracing by a set distance. Refer to Nudge Bracing for further information.
The option becomes active when bracing has been created.
Allows you to delete the currently selected bracing. A confirm window displays asking you to OK the deletion. Click Yes to delete the item.
Type
Select a bracing type from the drop-down list.
Size
Select a bracing size from the drop-down list.
Outside Frame
Click to select outside frame as the current bracing style. All other support types are deactivated.
Inside Frame
Click to select inside frame as the current bracing style. All other support types are deactivated.
Infront Frame
Click to select infront frame as the current bracing style. All other support types are deactivated.
Behind Frame
Click to select behind frame as the currently selected bracing style. All other support types are deactivated.
Under Cantilever
Click to select under cantilever as the currently selected bracing style. All other support types are deactivated.
Infront Cantilever
Click to select infront cantilever as the currently selected bracing style. All other support types are deactivated.
Behind Cantilever
Click to select behind cantilever as the currently selected bracing style. All other support types are deactivated.
Dim ‘L’
The field is populated by default, you can modify the dimension value to define the length of the bracing.
Select the L option button to lock the Dim ‘L’ dimension.
Dim ‘H’
The field is populated by default, you can modify the dimension value to define the height of the bracing.
Select the H option button to lock the Dim ‘H’ dimension.
Angle
The field is populated by default, you can modify the angle value to define the bracing angle.
Select the A option button to lock the angle.
Offset
The field is populated by default, you can modify the dimension value to define a bracing offset distance.
View Standard
Click to display the View Multi Discipline Standard window. The functionality of the View Multi Discipline Standard window is explained. Refer to View Multi Discipline Support Standard for further information.
Show/hide Dimensions
Click to display the bracing dimensions in the 3D view.

Nudge Bracing
View Multi Discipline Support Standard
Supports Connectivity
Bracing
Options
Bracing
CE
Pick
Identify brace member to be modified
New Brace
Mirror Brace
Nudge Brace
Nudge Bracing
Yes
Type
Size
Outside Frame
Inside Frame
Infront Frame
Behind Frame
Under Cantilever
Infront Cantilever
Behind Cantilever
Dimensions
Bracing
Dim ‘L’
L
Dim ‘H’
H
Angle
A
Offset
Bracing
View Standard
View Multi Discipline Standard
View Multi Discipline Standard
View Multi Discipline Support Standard
Show/hide Dimensions
Apply
Identify frame member to be braced
Identify supporting member
Cancel
Bracing
Supports Connectivity


Nudges the bracing position by a set distance.
From the Bracing window, click Nudge Brace to display the Modify Bracing window.

By
Insert a value in the field to define the distance to nudge the bracing.
Move North
Click to nudge the bracing north, the nudge distance is defined by the value entered in the By field.
Move Up
Click to nudge the bracing up, the nudge distance is defined by the value entered in the By field.
Move East
Click to nudge the bracing east, the nudge distance is defined by the value entered in the By field.
Move West
Click to nudge the bracing west, the nudge distance is defined by the value entered in the By field.
Move Down
Click to nudge the bracing down, the nudge distance is defined by the value entered in the By field.
Move South
Click to nudge the bracing south, the nudge distance is defined by the value entered in the By field.

By
Insert a value in the field to define the distance to nudge the bracing.

Move North
Click to nudge the bracing north, the nudge distance is defined by the value entered in the By field.

Move Up
Click to nudge the bracing up, the nudge distance is defined by the value entered in the By field.

Move East
Click to nudge the bracing east, the nudge distance is defined by the value entered in the By field.

Move West
Click to nudge the bracing west, the nudge distance is defined by the value entered in the By field.

Move Down
Click to nudge the bracing down, the nudge distance is defined by the value entered in the By field.

Move South
Click to nudge the bracing south, the nudge distance is defined by the value entered in the By field.
Click Cancel to close the Modify Bracing window.
By
Insert a value in the field to define the distance to nudge the bracing.
Move North
Click to nudge the bracing north, the nudge distance is defined by the value entered in the By field.
Move Up
Click to nudge the bracing up, the nudge distance is defined by the value entered in the By field.
Move East
Click to nudge the bracing east, the nudge distance is defined by the value entered in the By field.
Move West
Click to nudge the bracing west, the nudge distance is defined by the value entered in the By field.
Move Down
Click to nudge the bracing down, the nudge distance is defined by the value entered in the By field.
Move South
Click to nudge the bracing south, the nudge distance is defined by the value entered in the By field.

Bracing
Nudge Brace
Modify Bracing
By
Move North
By
Move Up
By
Move East
By
Move West
By
Move Down
By
Move South
By
Cancel
Modify Bracing


Cable Tray Bend Supports (CWAY Elements)

Cable tray framework supports can be created on cable tray bends, tees, crosses, risers and reducers that are created as a member of a CWAY element using the Cabling System module. There are some specific dependencies and limitations, refer to the following for further information:
Dependency on Cable Way Path Data
Dependency on Ancillary Properties
Limitations on Functionality for Stacked Trays
Position on Tray Bend Tab
Position on Tray Tee Tab
Position on Tray Cross Tab
Position on Tray Riser Tab
Position on Tray Reducer Tab
Dependency on Cable Way Path Data
Dependency on Cable Way Path Data
Dependency on Ancillary Properties
Dependency on Ancillary Properties
Limitations on Functionality for Stacked Trays
Limitations on Functionality for Stacked Trays
Position on Tray Bend Tab
Position on Tray Bend Tab
Position on Tray Tee Tab
Position on Tray Tee Tab
Position on Tray Cross Tab
Position on Tray Cross Tab
Position on Tray Riser Tab
Position on Tray Riser Tab
Position on Tray Reducer Tab
Position on Tray Reducer Tab

Dependency on Cable Way Path Data
Dependency on Ancillary Properties
Limitations on Functionality for Stacked Trays
Position on Tray Bend Tab
Position on Tray Tee Tab
Position on Tray Cross Tab
Position on Tray Riser Tab
Position on Tray Reducer Tab
Dependency on Cable Way Path Data
Dependency on Ancillary Properties
Limitations on Functionality for Stacked Trays
Position on Tray Bend Tab
Position on Tray Tee Tab
Position on Tray Cross Tab
Position on Tray Riser Tab
Position on Tray Reducer Tab


The Supports application is dependent on the correct definition of the cable way path data and the consistency of the dressed material. The inside radius is used to determine the bend start and end points for CTBEND and CTTEE elements, and hence if the support lies on a tangent straight or on the curve.
In the example, the inside radius has been defined as too short in the RPATH data (INSRAD of POSREF of the CTTEE), and so the start of the angle has moved away from the end of the tangent length where it would be expected to lie.


Setting the design parameter for tray width on the datum ancillary depends on a data set property being available, with a DKEY value of TWTH or OWID, and a PPRO value using a single design parameter, for example, ( ATTRIB DESP[8 ] ). Any customer defined ancillary must comply with this if the correct ancillary width is required, for example, when cable tray clips are used.


Limitations on Functionality for Stacked Trays

The application is currently limited in its ability to handle stacked trays on the same support. Positioning around the tray is limited by the combination of supported components. Using the example below, the support functions as expected on the straight line of the main branch but does not give good results if the support is moved to the P3 of the tee. If the results of any position change are not acceptable, click Reset to revert to the previously saved position.

Reset


The Position on Tray Bend tab allows you to position a framework support on a cable tray bend. The framework support is positioned using a defined ppoint and a distance or angle value.

From ppoint
Select from the drop-down list to specify the ppoint from which the distance or angle is measured.
Distance
Input a value in the field to explicitly modify the position of the support from the ppoint. The support is moved in a linear direction.
Angle
Input a value in the field to explicitly modify the position of the support from the ppoint. The support is moved around the radius of the bend.
From ppoint
Select from the drop-down list to specify the ppoint from which the distance or angle is measured.
Distance
Input a value in the field to explicitly modify the position of the support from the ppoint. The support is moved in a linear direction.
Angle
Input a value in the field to explicitly modify the position of the support from the ppoint. The support is moved around the radius of the bend.

Click Reset to revert the support to the position when the Position on Tray Bend tab was opened.
Click Close to close the Position on Tray Bend tab when the support is in the desired position.
From ppoint
Select from the drop-down list to specify the ppoint from which the distance or angle is measured.
Distance
Input a value in the field to explicitly modify the position of the support from the ppoint. The support is moved in a linear direction.
Angle
Input a value in the field to explicitly modify the position of the support from the ppoint. The support is moved around the radius of the bend.

Position on Tray Bend
From ppoint
Distance
Angle
Reset
Position on Tray Bend
Close
Position on Tray Bend


The Position on Tray Tee tab allows you to position a framework support on a cable tray tee. The framework support is positioned using a defined ppoint and a distance or angle value.

The functionality is identical to positioning a support on a cable tray bend. Refer to Position on Tray Bend Tab for further information.

Note:
The Angle field is not available when positioning a support from ppoint 3.

Position on Tray Bend Tab
Position on Tray Tee
Position on Tray Bend Tab
Note
:
Angle


The Position on Tray Cross tab allows you to position a framework support on a cable tray cross. The framework support is positioned using a defined ppoint and a distance value.

The functionality is identical to positioning a support on a cable tray bend. Refer to Position on Tray Bend Tab for further information.

Framework CT03 can be positioned at an appropriate component endpoint when a cable tray direction is sideways.
Note:
The Angle field is not available when positioning a support on a cable tray cross.

Position on Tray Bend Tab
Position on Tray Cross
Position on Tray Bend Tab
Note
:
Angle


The Position on Tray Riser tab allows you to position a framework support on a cable tray riser. The framework support is positioned using a defined ppoint, the distance is restricted to the tangent length of the riser.

The functionality is identical to positioning a support on a cable tray bend. Refer to Position on Tray Bend Tab for further information.

Frameworks CT01, CT02 and CT04 can only be positioned on the horizontal end of the riser.
Note:
The Angle field is not available when positioning a support on a cable tray riser.

Position on Tray Bend Tab
Position on Tray Riser
Position on Tray Bend Tab
Note
:
Angle


The Position on Tray Reducer tab allows you to position a framework support on a cable tray reducer. The framework support is positioned using a defined ppoint and a distance value.

The functionality is identical to positioning a support on a cable tray bend. Refer to Position on Tray Bend Tab for further information.
Supports on reducers take account of the angled centreline between the tangent ends.

Note:
The Angle field is not available when positioning a support on a cable tray reducer.

Position on Tray Bend Tab
Position on Tray Reducer
Position on Tray Bend Tab
Note
:
Angle


By default, a separate tab displays on the Support Editor window for each ancillary associated with a support.
The 2D View part of the Support Editor window allows you to modify the size and position of the ancillary.

The values in the text fields can be modified to define the size and position of an ancillary.
The ancillary number displays at the top-left of the 2D view and corresponds to the ancillary number in the 3D view.
Select default tab
Click to display the default tab. The default tab is the first tab created and is positioned furthest left.
Select ancillary tab by canvas pick
Click to display the tab for an identified ancillary using a cursor pick in the 3D view.
You are prompted to Identify ancillary in current support
Dimensions
Input values in the Dimensions fields to explicitly modify the dimensions of the ancillary.
If a value is entered that is outside the allowable range, an error message displays summarizing the problem.
Additional Gussets
Select from the drop-down list to define the number of required additional gussets for the ancillary.
Reinforcing Pad
Select the check box to add a reinforcing pad to the ancillary. The reinforcing pad displays as a separate tab
Set Height to Steel/Bedplate
Click to set the height of the ancillary to align to a steelwork section or a bedplate. You must select a steelwork section or a bedplate using a a cursor pick in the 3D view.
You are prompted to Identify Steelwork to Support Shoe from
Set Parameters to Default
Click to set the ancillary to its default values.
A confirm window displays asking you to OK the action. Click Yes to set the ancillary to its default values.
Add Associated Ancillary
Allows you to create additional associated ancillaries. For example, guides, lugs, slip units and stops. Click to display the Ancillary Selection window.
The Ancillary Selection window displays all of the available/unavailable ancillaries. Refer to Ancillary Selection for further information.
Each associated ancillary displays as a separate tab.
Adjust to Steelwork
Click to align the ancillary to an associated steelwork section, guide or box using a cursor pick in the 3D view
You are prompted to Identify section to set height to
Alternatively, you may be prompted to Identify section to bolt guide to
Alternatively, you may be prompted to Identify section or box to stop
Reselect Ancillary Type
Allows you to modify the ancillary type associated with the support. Click to display the Ancillary Selection window.
The Ancillary Selection window displays all of the available/unavailable ancillaries. Refer to Ancillary Selection for further information.
Distance/Clearance
Allows you to position the ancillary support. The functionality is identical to the positioning of a preliminary support. Refer to Preliminary Tab for further information.
Distance from Support/Distance from pipe element
Allows you to position of the ancillary support. The functionality is identical to the positioning of a preliminary support. Refer to Preliminary Tab for further information.
Set Ancillary as Offline/Set Ancillary on Centre-Line
Allows you to define the position of the ancillary.
Click to display . The ancillary is created away from the centre-line of the pipe. For example, you may want to create an ancillary on a flange, a tee or on the start of a bend.
Click to display . The ancillary is created on the centre-line of the pipe.
Note:
The functionality is not available for Ancillary Components (AC), Branch Bracings (BR) and Manufacturer Hangers (MH) ancillaries because it should not be possible to create these ancillary types away from the centre-line of the pipe.

Select default tab
Click to display the default tab. The default tab is the first tab created and is positioned furthest left.

Select ancillary tab by canvas pick
Click to display the tab for an identified ancillary using a cursor pick in the 3D view.
You are prompted to Identify ancillary in current support

Dimensions
Input values in the Dimensions fields to explicitly modify the dimensions of the ancillary.
If a value is entered that is outside the allowable range, an error message displays summarizing the problem.

Additional Gussets
Select from the drop-down list to define the number of required additional gussets for the ancillary.

Reinforcing Pad
Select the check box to add a reinforcing pad to the ancillary. The reinforcing pad displays as a separate tab

Set Height to Steel/Bedplate
Click to set the height of the ancillary to align to a steelwork section or a bedplate. You must select a steelwork section or a bedplate using a a cursor pick in the 3D view.
You are prompted to Identify Steelwork to Support Shoe from

Set Parameters to Default
Click to set the ancillary to its default values.
A confirm window displays asking you to OK the action. Click Yes to set the ancillary to its default values.

Add Associated Ancillary
Allows you to create additional associated ancillaries. For example, guides, lugs, slip units and stops. Click to display the Ancillary Selection window.
The Ancillary Selection window displays all of the available/unavailable ancillaries. Refer to Ancillary Selection for further information.
Each associated ancillary displays as a separate tab.

Adjust to Steelwork
Click to align the ancillary to an associated steelwork section, guide or box using a cursor pick in the 3D view
You are prompted to Identify section to set height to
Alternatively, you may be prompted to Identify section to bolt guide to
Alternatively, you may be prompted to Identify section or box to stop

Reselect Ancillary Type
Allows you to modify the ancillary type associated with the support. Click to display the Ancillary Selection window.
The Ancillary Selection window displays all of the available/unavailable ancillaries. Refer to Ancillary Selection for further information.

Distance/Clearance
Allows you to position the ancillary support. The functionality is identical to the positioning of a preliminary support. Refer to Preliminary Tab for further information.

Distance from Support/Distance from pipe element
Allows you to position of the ancillary support. The functionality is identical to the positioning of a preliminary support. Refer to Preliminary Tab for further information.

Set Ancillary as Offline/Set Ancillary on Centre-Line
Allows you to define the position of the ancillary.
Click to display . The ancillary is created away from the centre-line of the pipe. For example, you may want to create an ancillary on a flange, a tee or on the start of a bend.
Click to display . The ancillary is created on the centre-line of the pipe.

Select default tab
Click to display the default tab. The default tab is the first tab created and is positioned furthest left.
Select ancillary tab by canvas pick
Click to display the tab for an identified ancillary using a cursor pick in the 3D view.
You are prompted to Identify ancillary in current support
Dimensions
Input values in the Dimensions fields to explicitly modify the dimensions of the ancillary.
If a value is entered that is outside the allowable range, an error message displays summarizing the problem.
Additional Gussets
Select from the drop-down list to define the number of required additional gussets for the ancillary.
Reinforcing Pad
Select the check box to add a reinforcing pad to the ancillary. The reinforcing pad displays as a separate tab
Set Height to Steel/Bedplate
Click to set the height of the ancillary to align to a steelwork section or a bedplate. You must select a steelwork section or a bedplate using a a cursor pick in the 3D view.
You are prompted to Identify Steelwork to Support Shoe from
Set Parameters to Default
Click to set the ancillary to its default values.
A confirm window displays asking you to OK the action. Click Yes to set the ancillary to its default values.
Add Associated Ancillary
Allows you to create additional associated ancillaries. For example, guides, lugs, slip units and stops. Click to display the Ancillary Selection window.
The Ancillary Selection window displays all of the available/unavailable ancillaries. Refer to Ancillary Selection for further information.
Each associated ancillary displays as a separate tab.
Adjust to Steelwork
Click to align the ancillary to an associated steelwork section, guide or box using a cursor pick in the 3D view
You are prompted to Identify section to set height to
Alternatively, you may be prompted to Identify section to bolt guide to
Alternatively, you may be prompted to Identify section or box to stop
Reselect Ancillary Type
Allows you to modify the ancillary type associated with the support. Click to display the Ancillary Selection window.
The Ancillary Selection window displays all of the available/unavailable ancillaries. Refer to Ancillary Selection for further information.
Distance/Clearance
Allows you to position the ancillary support. The functionality is identical to the positioning of a preliminary support. Refer to Preliminary Tab for further information.
Distance from Support/Distance from pipe element
Allows you to position of the ancillary support. The functionality is identical to the positioning of a preliminary support. Refer to Preliminary Tab for further information.
Set Ancillary as Offline/Set Ancillary on Centre-Line
Allows you to define the position of the ancillary.
Click to display . The ancillary is created away from the centre-line of the pipe. For example, you may want to create an ancillary on a flange, a tee or on the start of a bend.
Click to display . The ancillary is created on the centre-line of the pipe.
Note:
The functionality is not available for Ancillary Components (AC), Branch Bracings (BR) and Manufacturer Hangers (MH) ancillaries because it should not be possible to create these ancillary types away from the centre-line of the pipe.
Note:
The functionality is not available for Ancillary Components (AC), Branch Bracings (BR) and Manufacturer Hangers (MH) ancillaries because it should not be possible to create these ancillary types away from the centre-line of the pipe.

Ancillary Selection
Ancillary Selection
Preliminary Tab
Preliminary Tab
Support Editor
2D View
Support Editor
Select default tab
Select ancillary tab by canvas pick
Identify ancillary in current support
Dimensions
Dimensions
Additional Gussets
Reinforcing Pad
Set Height to Steel/Bedplate
Identify Steelwork to Support Shoe from
Set Parameters to Default
Yes
Add Associated Ancillary
Ancillary Selection
Ancillary Selection
Ancillary Selection
Adjust to Steelwork
Identify section to set height to
Identify section to bolt guide to
Identify section or box to stop
Reselect Ancillary Type
Ancillary Selection
Ancillary Selection
Ancillary Selection
Distance/Clearance
Preliminary Tab
Distance from Support/Distance from pipe element
Preliminary Tab
Set Ancillary as Offline/Set Ancillary on Centre-Line
Note
:


Displays a filtered list of all available/unavailable ancillaries for the selected pipe bore.

Available
The Available tab allows you to select an ancillary from a filtered list of available ancillaries that are suitable for the pipe to be supported.
The bottom part of the window displays the specification of the pipe that the support is to be associated with.
Unavailable
The Unavailable tab displays a filtered list of ancillaries that are not suitable for the pipe to be supported.
The bottom part of the window indicates why the currently selected ancillary is not suitable for the pipe to be supported.

Preview
The Preview part of the Ancillary Selection window allows you to view a 2D representation of the currently selected ancillary.

Available
Available
Unavailable
Unavailable
Preview
Preview
Ancillary Selection


The List By Type part of the Ancillary Selection window allows you to define the list of available ancillaries by type.
All
Click to display all available ancillaries in the list of available/unavailable ancillaries.
Anchors
Click to display all available anchors in the list of available/unavailable ancillaries.
Ancillaries
Click to display all available ancillaries in the list of available/unavailable ancillaries.
Bolts
Click to display all available bolts in the list of available/unavailable ancillaries.
Guides
Click to display all available guides in the list of available/unavailable ancillaries.
Lugs
Click to display all available lugs in the list of available/unavailable ancillaries.
Rests
Click to display all available rests in the list of available/unavailable ancillaries.
Slip Units
Click to display all available slip units in the list of available/unavailable ancillaries.
Stops
Click to display all available stops in the list of available/unavailable ancillaries.
All
Click to display all available ancillaries in the list of available/unavailable ancillaries.
Anchors
Click to display all available anchors in the list of available/unavailable ancillaries.
Ancillaries
Click to display all available ancillaries in the list of available/unavailable ancillaries.
Bolts
Click to display all available bolts in the list of available/unavailable ancillaries.
Guides
Click to display all available guides in the list of available/unavailable ancillaries.
Lugs
Click to display all available lugs in the list of available/unavailable ancillaries.
Rests
Click to display all available rests in the list of available/unavailable ancillaries.
Slip Units
Click to display all available slip units in the list of available/unavailable ancillaries.
Stops
Click to display all available stops in the list of available/unavailable ancillaries.

All
Click to display all available ancillaries in the list of available/unavailable ancillaries.
Anchors
Click to display all available anchors in the list of available/unavailable ancillaries.
Ancillaries
Click to display all available ancillaries in the list of available/unavailable ancillaries.
Bolts
Click to display all available bolts in the list of available/unavailable ancillaries.
Guides
Click to display all available guides in the list of available/unavailable ancillaries.
Lugs
Click to display all available lugs in the list of available/unavailable ancillaries.
Rests
Click to display all available rests in the list of available/unavailable ancillaries.
Slip Units
Click to display all available slip units in the list of available/unavailable ancillaries.
Stops
Click to display all available stops in the list of available/unavailable ancillaries.

List By Type
Ancillary Selection
All
Anchors
Ancillaries
Bolts
Guides
Lugs
Rests
Slip Units
Stops


The Ancillary Selection window allows you to view an illustration of the selected ancillary, click View to display the View Multi Discipline Standard window.
The functionality of the View Multi Discipline Standard window is explained. Refer to View Multi Discipline Support Standard for further information.

View Multi Discipline Support Standard
Ancillary Selection
View
View Multi Discipline Standard
View Multi Discipline Standard
View Multi Discipline Support Standard


By default, a separate tab displays on the Support Editor window for each branch reinforcement.
The 2D View part of the Support Editor window allows you to modify the size and position of the branch reinforcement.

The values in the text fields can be modified to define the size and position of a branch reinforcement.
Select default tab
Click to display the default tab. The default tab is the first tab created and is positioned furthest left.
Select ancillary tab by canvas pick
Click to display the tab for an identified ancillary using a cursor pick in the 3D view.
You are prompted to Identify ancillary in current support
2D/3D View
Click to display a 3D view of the branch reinforcement. Refer to 3D View Tab for further information.
Dimensions
Input values in the Dimensions fields to explicitly modify the dimensions of the branch reinforcement.
If a value is entered that is outside the allowable range, an error message displays summarizing the problem.
Reinforcing Pad
Select the check box to add a reinforcing pad to the branch reinforcement.
Type
Select from the drop-down list to define the reinforcing pad type for the branch reinforcement.
Thickness
Input a dimensional value in the field to define the thickness of the reinforcing pad.
Clearance
Input a dimensional value in the field to define the clearance distance required for the reinforcing pad.
Axial Adjustment
Input a dimensional value in the field to define the position of the reinforcing pad connections along the pipe axis.
Radial Adjustment
Input a dimensional value in the field to define the position of the reinforcing pad connections along the pipe radius.
Set Parameters to Default
Click to set the branch reinforcement to its default values.
A confirm window displays asking you to OK the action. Click Yes to set the branch reinforcement to its default values.

Select default tab
Click to display the default tab. The default tab is the first tab created and is positioned furthest left.

Select ancillary tab by canvas pick
Click to display the tab for an identified ancillary using a cursor pick in the 3D view.
You are prompted to Identify ancillary in current support

2D/3D View
Click to display a 3D view of the branch reinforcement. Refer to 3D View Tab for further information.

Dimensions
Input values in the Dimensions fields to explicitly modify the dimensions of the branch reinforcement.
If a value is entered that is outside the allowable range, an error message displays summarizing the problem.

Reinforcing Pad
Select the check box to add a reinforcing pad to the branch reinforcement.

Type
Select from the drop-down list to define the reinforcing pad type for the branch reinforcement.

Thickness
Input a dimensional value in the field to define the thickness of the reinforcing pad.

Clearance
Input a dimensional value in the field to define the clearance distance required for the reinforcing pad.

Axial Adjustment
Input a dimensional value in the field to define the position of the reinforcing pad connections along the pipe axis.

Radial Adjustment
Input a dimensional value in the field to define the position of the reinforcing pad connections along the pipe radius.

Set Parameters to Default
Click to set the branch reinforcement to its default values.
A confirm window displays asking you to OK the action. Click Yes to set the branch reinforcement to its default values.

Select default tab
Click to display the default tab. The default tab is the first tab created and is positioned furthest left.
Select ancillary tab by canvas pick
Click to display the tab for an identified ancillary using a cursor pick in the 3D view.
You are prompted to Identify ancillary in current support
2D/3D View
Click to display a 3D view of the branch reinforcement. Refer to 3D View Tab for further information.
Dimensions
Input values in the Dimensions fields to explicitly modify the dimensions of the branch reinforcement.
If a value is entered that is outside the allowable range, an error message displays summarizing the problem.
Reinforcing Pad
Select the check box to add a reinforcing pad to the branch reinforcement.
Type
Select from the drop-down list to define the reinforcing pad type for the branch reinforcement.
Thickness
Input a dimensional value in the field to define the thickness of the reinforcing pad.
Clearance
Input a dimensional value in the field to define the clearance distance required for the reinforcing pad.
Axial Adjustment
Input a dimensional value in the field to define the position of the reinforcing pad connections along the pipe axis.
Radial Adjustment
Input a dimensional value in the field to define the position of the reinforcing pad connections along the pipe radius.
Set Parameters to Default
Click to set the branch reinforcement to its default values.
A confirm window displays asking you to OK the action. Click Yes to set the branch reinforcement to its default values.

3D View Tab
Support Editor
2D View
Support Editor
Select default tab
Select ancillary tab by canvas pick
Identify ancillary in current support
2D/3D View
3D View Tab
Dimensions
Dimensions
Reinforcing Pad
Type
Thickness
Clearance
Axial Adjustment
Radial Adjustment
Set Parameters to Default
Yes


By default, a separate tab displays on the Support Editor window for the trunnion and each of the associated ancillaries.
The 2D View part of the Support Editor window allows you to modify the size and position of the trunnion and each of the associated ancillaries.

The values in the text fields can be modified to define the size and position of a trunnion.
Select default tab
Click to display the default tab. The default tab is the first tab created and is positioned furthest left.
Select ancillary tab by canvas pick
Click to display the tab for an identified ancillary using a cursor pick in the 3D view.
You are prompted to Identify ancillary in current support
2D/3D View
Click to display a 3D view of the trunnion. Refer to 3D View Tab for further information.
Dimensions
Input values in the Dimensions fields to explicitly modify the dimensions of the trunnion.
If a value is entered that is outside the allowable range, an error message displays summarizing the problem.
Bore
Select from the drop-down list to define the bore size of the trunnion leg.
Plate
Select from the drop-down list to define a plate for the Trunnion.
Set Trunnion Height by pick
Click to modify the height of the trunnion using a cursor pick in the 3D view. For example to align to a floor or wall element.
You are prompted to Identify element to set trunnion to
Set Trunnion Material
Allows you to modify the material for the trunnion. Refer to Modify Trunnion Material for further information.
Create Base Component
Allows you to associate an additional ancillary with the base of the trunnion. Click to display the Ancillary Selection window.
The Ancillary Selection window displays all of the available/unavailable ancillaries. Refer to Ancillary Selection for further information.
The associated ancillary displays as a separate tab.
Component - Click to Support Pipe
Allows you to define the position of the trunnion. Click to move the trunnion from an elbow, tee, bend or reducer to the tube of the pipe.
By default, the trunnion size and the associated ancillaries are modified by the supports application, if required.
Pipe - Click to Support Component
Allows you to define the position of the trunnion. Click to position the trunnion from the tube of the pipe to an elbow, tee, bend or reducer.
By default, the trunnion size and the associated ancillaries are modified by the supports application, if required.
Distance/Clearance
Allows you to position the trunnion. The functionality is identical to the positioning of a preliminary support. Refer to Preliminary Tab for further information.
Distance from Support/Distance from pipe element
Allows you to position of the trunnion. The functionality is identical to the positioning of a preliminary support. Refer to Preliminary Tab for further information.

Select default tab
Click to display the default tab. The default tab is the first tab created and is positioned furthest left.

Select ancillary tab by canvas pick
Click to display the tab for an identified ancillary using a cursor pick in the 3D view.
You are prompted to Identify ancillary in current support

2D/3D View
Click to display a 3D view of the trunnion. Refer to 3D View Tab for further information.

Dimensions
Input values in the Dimensions fields to explicitly modify the dimensions of the trunnion.
If a value is entered that is outside the allowable range, an error message displays summarizing the problem.

Bore
Select from the drop-down list to define the bore size of the trunnion leg.

Plate
Select from the drop-down list to define a plate for the Trunnion.

Set Trunnion Height by pick
Click to modify the height of the trunnion using a cursor pick in the 3D view. For example to align to a floor or wall element.
You are prompted to Identify element to set trunnion to

Set Trunnion Material
Allows you to modify the material for the trunnion. Refer to Modify Trunnion Material for further information.

Create Base Component
Allows you to associate an additional ancillary with the base of the trunnion. Click to display the Ancillary Selection window.
The Ancillary Selection window displays all of the available/unavailable ancillaries. Refer to Ancillary Selection for further information.
The associated ancillary displays as a separate tab.

Component - Click to Support Pipe
Allows you to define the position of the trunnion. Click to move the trunnion from an elbow, tee, bend or reducer to the tube of the pipe.
By default, the trunnion size and the associated ancillaries are modified by the supports application, if required.

Pipe - Click to Support Component
Allows you to define the position of the trunnion. Click to position the trunnion from the tube of the pipe to an elbow, tee, bend or reducer.
By default, the trunnion size and the associated ancillaries are modified by the supports application, if required.

Distance/Clearance
Allows you to position the trunnion. The functionality is identical to the positioning of a preliminary support. Refer to Preliminary Tab for further information.

Distance from Support/Distance from pipe element
Allows you to position of the trunnion. The functionality is identical to the positioning of a preliminary support. Refer to Preliminary Tab for further information.

Select default tab
Click to display the default tab. The default tab is the first tab created and is positioned furthest left.
Select ancillary tab by canvas pick
Click to display the tab for an identified ancillary using a cursor pick in the 3D view.
You are prompted to Identify ancillary in current support
2D/3D View
Click to display a 3D view of the trunnion. Refer to 3D View Tab for further information.
Dimensions
Input values in the Dimensions fields to explicitly modify the dimensions of the trunnion.
If a value is entered that is outside the allowable range, an error message displays summarizing the problem.
Bore
Select from the drop-down list to define the bore size of the trunnion leg.
Plate
Select from the drop-down list to define a plate for the Trunnion.
Set Trunnion Height by pick
Click to modify the height of the trunnion using a cursor pick in the 3D view. For example to align to a floor or wall element.
You are prompted to Identify element to set trunnion to
Set Trunnion Material
Allows you to modify the material for the trunnion. Refer to Modify Trunnion Material for further information.
Create Base Component
Allows you to associate an additional ancillary with the base of the trunnion. Click to display the Ancillary Selection window.
The Ancillary Selection window displays all of the available/unavailable ancillaries. Refer to Ancillary Selection for further information.
The associated ancillary displays as a separate tab.
Component - Click to Support Pipe
Allows you to define the position of the trunnion. Click to move the trunnion from an elbow, tee, bend or reducer to the tube of the pipe.
By default, the trunnion size and the associated ancillaries are modified by the supports application, if required.
Pipe - Click to Support Component
Allows you to define the position of the trunnion. Click to position the trunnion from the tube of the pipe to an elbow, tee, bend or reducer.
By default, the trunnion size and the associated ancillaries are modified by the supports application, if required.
Distance/Clearance
Allows you to position the trunnion. The functionality is identical to the positioning of a preliminary support. Refer to Preliminary Tab for further information.
Distance from Support/Distance from pipe element
Allows you to position of the trunnion. The functionality is identical to the positioning of a preliminary support. Refer to Preliminary Tab for further information.

3D View Tab
Modify Trunnion Material
Ancillary Selection
Preliminary Tab
Preliminary Tab
Support Editor
2D View
Support Editor
Select default tab
Select ancillary tab by canvas pick
Identify ancillary in current support
2D/3D View
3D View Tab
Dimensions
Dimensions
Bore
Plate
Set Trunnion Height by pick
Identify element to set trunnion to
Set Trunnion Material
Modify Trunnion Material
Create Base Component
Ancillary Selection
Ancillary Selection
Ancillary Selection
Component - Click to Support Pipe
Pipe - Click to Support Component
Distance/Clearance
Preliminary Tab
Distance from Support/Distance from pipe element
Preliminary Tab


Sets the material for the trunnion.

The Select Trunnion Material window displays all available materials for the currently selected trunnion.
Select a material from the list of available materials.
Click OK to apply the material or Cancel to discard any inputs and close the Select Trunnion Material window.

Select Trunnion Material
OK
Cancel
Select Trunnion Material


By default, a separate tab displays on the Support Editor window for the hanger and each of the associated ancillaries.
The 2D View part of the Support Editor window allows you to modify the size and position of the hanger and each of the associated ancillaries.

The values in the text fields can be modified to define the size and position of a hanger.
Select default tab
Click to display the default tab. The default tab is the first tab created and is positioned furthest left.
Select ancillary tab by canvas pick
Click to display the tab for an identified ancillary using a cursor pick in the 3D view.
You are prompted to Identify ancillary in current support
2D/3D View
Click to display a 3D view of the hanger. Refer to 3D View Tab for further information.
Dimensions
Input values in the Dimensions fields to explicitly modify the dimensions of the hanger.
If a value is entered that is outside the allowable range, an error message displays summarizing the problem.
Change hanger rod size
Allows you to modify the size of the hanger rod. Refer to Modify Hanger Rod Size for further information.
Select spring for hanger
Allows you to modify the spring type for the hanger. Refer to Modify Hanger Spring Type for further information.
Modify Spring Travel
Allows you to modify the spring travel for the hanger. Refer to Modify Hanger Spring Travel for further information.
Distance/Clearance
Allows you to position the hanger. The functionality is identical to the positioning of a preliminary support. Refer to Preliminary Tab for further information.
Distance from Support/Distance from pipe element
Allows you to position of the hanger. The functionality is identical to the positioning of a preliminary support. Refer to Preliminary Tab for further information.

Select default tab
Click to display the default tab. The default tab is the first tab created and is positioned furthest left.

Select ancillary tab by canvas pick
Click to display the tab for an identified ancillary using a cursor pick in the 3D view.
You are prompted to Identify ancillary in current support

2D/3D View
Click to display a 3D view of the hanger. Refer to 3D View Tab for further information.

Dimensions
Input values in the Dimensions fields to explicitly modify the dimensions of the hanger.
If a value is entered that is outside the allowable range, an error message displays summarizing the problem.

Change hanger rod size
Allows you to modify the size of the hanger rod. Refer to Modify Hanger Rod Size for further information.

Select spring for hanger
Allows you to modify the spring type for the hanger. Refer to Modify Hanger Spring Type for further information.

Modify Spring Travel
Allows you to modify the spring travel for the hanger. Refer to Modify Hanger Spring Travel for further information.

Distance/Clearance
Allows you to position the hanger. The functionality is identical to the positioning of a preliminary support. Refer to Preliminary Tab for further information.

Distance from Support/Distance from pipe element
Allows you to position of the hanger. The functionality is identical to the positioning of a preliminary support. Refer to Preliminary Tab for further information.

Select default tab
Click to display the default tab. The default tab is the first tab created and is positioned furthest left.
Select ancillary tab by canvas pick
Click to display the tab for an identified ancillary using a cursor pick in the 3D view.
You are prompted to Identify ancillary in current support
2D/3D View
Click to display a 3D view of the hanger. Refer to 3D View Tab for further information.
Dimensions
Input values in the Dimensions fields to explicitly modify the dimensions of the hanger.
If a value is entered that is outside the allowable range, an error message displays summarizing the problem.
Change hanger rod size
Allows you to modify the size of the hanger rod. Refer to Modify Hanger Rod Size for further information.
Select spring for hanger
Allows you to modify the spring type for the hanger. Refer to Modify Hanger Spring Type for further information.
Modify Spring Travel
Allows you to modify the spring travel for the hanger. Refer to Modify Hanger Spring Travel for further information.
Distance/Clearance
Allows you to position the hanger. The functionality is identical to the positioning of a preliminary support. Refer to Preliminary Tab for further information.
Distance from Support/Distance from pipe element
Allows you to position of the hanger. The functionality is identical to the positioning of a preliminary support. Refer to Preliminary Tab for further information.

3D View Tab
Modify Hanger Rod Size
Modify Hanger Spring Type
Modify Hanger Spring Travel
Preliminary Tab
Preliminary Tab
Support Editor
2D View
Support Editor
Select default tab
Select ancillary tab by canvas pick
Identify ancillary in current support
2D/3D View
3D View Tab
Dimensions
Dimensions
Change hanger rod size
Modify Hanger Rod Size
Select spring for hanger
Modify Hanger Spring Type
Modify Spring Travel
Modify Hanger Spring Travel
Distance/Clearance
Preliminary Tab
Distance from Support/Distance from pipe element
Preliminary Tab


Sets the size of the hanger rod.

The current rod size displays at the top of the window.
The Change Hanger Rod Size window displays all available rod sizes for the currently selected hanger.
Select a rod size from the list of available rod sizes.
Click OK to modify the rod size or Cancel to discard any inputs and close the Change Hanger Rod Size window.

Change Hanger Rod Size
OK
Cancel
Change Hanger Rod Size


Modifies the hanger spring type.

The setting, current bore and specification status display at the top of the CHOOSE VSPR window.
Select a component from the list of available components sorted by STYP, TTYP and UTYP.
Click OK to modify the component or Cancel to discard any changes and close the CHOOSE VSPR window.

CHOOSE VSPR
OK
Cancel
CHOOSE VSPR


Modifies the hanger spring travel distance.

The name of the spring, and the owning hanger, displays at the top of the Modify Spring/Constant Travel window.
Input a value in the field to define the spring travel distance.
The minimum and maximum allowable travel distances display at the bottom of the window.
If a value is entered that is outside the allowable range, an error message displays summarizing the problem.

Click Cancel to close the Modify Spring/Constant Travel window.

Modify Spring/Constant Travel
Cancel
Modify Spring/Constant Travel


The Specials tab allows you to position a special support. The special support can also be viewed in a 3D view.

The value in the text field can be modified to define the position of a special support.
Select default tab
Click to display the default tab. The default tab is the first tab created and is positioned furthest left.
Select ancillary tab by canvas pick
Click to display the tab for an identified ancillary using a cursor pick in the 3D view.
You are prompted to Identify ancillary in current support
2D/3D View
Click to display a 3D view of the special support and the associated ancillaries. Refer to 3D View Tab for further information.
Create support connection
Allows you to connect a special support section to a supporting element. For example, a structural section.
You are prompted to Pick support section
You must identify the special support section for connection using a cursor pick in the 3D view.
You are then prompted to Pick element to connect
You must identify the structural section for connection using a cursor pick in the 3D view.
The support is modified using dimensions gained from the positions of the identified elements.
By default, connections are made to the identified elements. Refer to Supports Connectivity for further information.
Create Bracing
Allows you to define bracing for the framework support. Refer to Bracing for further information.
Create Crossbar
Click to add a crossbar to a framework support. You must identify one or more ancillaries to associate with the crossbar using a cursor pick in the 3D view.
You are prompted to Identify Ancillary to support
You can continue to identify additional ancillaries using a cursor pick in the 3D view.
Press ESC to add the crossbar.
Distance/Clearance
Allows you to position the special support. The functionality is identical to the positioning of a preliminary support. Refer to Preliminary Tab for further information.
Distance from Support/Distance from pipe element
Allows you to position of the special support. The functionality is identical to the positioning of a preliminary support. Refer to Preliminary Tab for further information.

Select default tab
Click to display the default tab. The default tab is the first tab created and is positioned furthest left.

Select ancillary tab by canvas pick
Click to display the tab for an identified ancillary using a cursor pick in the 3D view.
You are prompted to Identify ancillary in current support

2D/3D View
Click to display a 3D view of the special support and the associated ancillaries. Refer to 3D View Tab for further information.

Create support connection
Allows you to connect a special support section to a supporting element. For example, a structural section.

You are prompted to Pick support section
You must identify the special support section for connection using a cursor pick in the 3D view.
You are then prompted to Pick element to connect
You must identify the structural section for connection using a cursor pick in the 3D view.
The support is modified using dimensions gained from the positions of the identified elements.
By default, connections are made to the identified elements. Refer to Supports Connectivity for further information.

Create Bracing
Allows you to define bracing for the framework support. Refer to Bracing for further information.

Create Crossbar
Click to add a crossbar to a framework support. You must identify one or more ancillaries to associate with the crossbar using a cursor pick in the 3D view.
You are prompted to Identify Ancillary to support
You can continue to identify additional ancillaries using a cursor pick in the 3D view.
Press ESC to add the crossbar.

Distance/Clearance
Allows you to position the special support. The functionality is identical to the positioning of a preliminary support. Refer to Preliminary Tab for further information.

Distance from Support/Distance from pipe element
Allows you to position of the special support. The functionality is identical to the positioning of a preliminary support. Refer to Preliminary Tab for further information.

Select default tab
Click to display the default tab. The default tab is the first tab created and is positioned furthest left.
Select ancillary tab by canvas pick
Click to display the tab for an identified ancillary using a cursor pick in the 3D view.
You are prompted to Identify ancillary in current support
2D/3D View
Click to display a 3D view of the special support and the associated ancillaries. Refer to 3D View Tab for further information.
Create support connection
Allows you to connect a special support section to a supporting element. For example, a structural section.
You are prompted to Pick support section
You must identify the special support section for connection using a cursor pick in the 3D view.
You are then prompted to Pick element to connect
You must identify the structural section for connection using a cursor pick in the 3D view.
The support is modified using dimensions gained from the positions of the identified elements.
By default, connections are made to the identified elements. Refer to Supports Connectivity for further information.
Create Bracing
Allows you to define bracing for the framework support. Refer to Bracing for further information.
Create Crossbar
Click to add a crossbar to a framework support. You must identify one or more ancillaries to associate with the crossbar using a cursor pick in the 3D view.
You are prompted to Identify Ancillary to support
You can continue to identify additional ancillaries using a cursor pick in the 3D view.
Press ESC to add the crossbar.
Distance/Clearance
Allows you to position the special support. The functionality is identical to the positioning of a preliminary support. Refer to Preliminary Tab for further information.
Distance from Support/Distance from pipe element
Allows you to position of the special support. The functionality is identical to the positioning of a preliminary support. Refer to Preliminary Tab for further information.

3D View Tab
Supports Connectivity
Bracing
Preliminary Tab
Preliminary Tab
Select default tab
Select ancillary tab by canvas pick
Identify ancillary in current support
2D/3D View
3D View Tab
Create support connection
Pick support section
Pick element to connect
Supports Connectivity
Create Bracing
Bracing
Create Crossbar
Identify Ancillary to support
ESC
Distance/Clearance
Preliminary Tab
Distance from Support/Distance from pipe element
Preliminary Tab


The Lighting tab allows you to position a lighting support. The lighting support can also be viewed in a 3D view.

Select default tab
Click to display the default tab. The default tab is the first tab created and is positioned furthest left.
Select ancillary tab by canvas pick
Click to display the tab for an identified ancillary using a cursor pick in the 3D view.
You are prompted to Identify ancillary in current support
2D/3D View
Click to display a 3D view of the special support and the associated ancillaries. Refer to 3D View Tab for further information.
Dimensions
Input values in the Dimensions fields to explicitly modify the dimensions of the lighting support.
If a value is entered that is outside the allowable range, an error message displays summarizing the problem.
Build by Cursor
Click to identify the element to support from using a cursor pick in the 3D view.
You are prompted to Pick surface of ceiling/wall to connect to
The support is created using dimensions gained from the positions of the identified elements.
By default, connections are made to the identified supporting elements which results in some Dimensions fields becoming inactive. Refer to Supports Connectivity for further information.

Select default tab
Click to display the default tab. The default tab is the first tab created and is positioned furthest left.

Select ancillary tab by canvas pick
Click to display the tab for an identified ancillary using a cursor pick in the 3D view.
You are prompted to Identify ancillary in current support

2D/3D View
Click to display a 3D view of the special support and the associated ancillaries. Refer to 3D View Tab for further information.

Dimensions
Input values in the Dimensions fields to explicitly modify the dimensions of the lighting support.
If a value is entered that is outside the allowable range, an error message displays summarizing the problem.

Build by Cursor
Click to identify the element to support from using a cursor pick in the 3D view.
You are prompted to Pick surface of ceiling/wall to connect to
The support is created using dimensions gained from the positions of the identified elements.
By default, connections are made to the identified supporting elements which results in some Dimensions fields becoming inactive. Refer to Supports Connectivity for further information.
By default, the Select Required Template window is displayed when the Lighting tab is displayed which allows you to modify the lighting support template. Refer to Select Required Template for further information.
Select default tab
Click to display the default tab. The default tab is the first tab created and is positioned furthest left.
Select ancillary tab by canvas pick
Click to display the tab for an identified ancillary using a cursor pick in the 3D view.
You are prompted to Identify ancillary in current support
2D/3D View
Click to display a 3D view of the special support and the associated ancillaries. Refer to 3D View Tab for further information.
Dimensions
Input values in the Dimensions fields to explicitly modify the dimensions of the lighting support.
If a value is entered that is outside the allowable range, an error message displays summarizing the problem.
Build by Cursor
Click to identify the element to support from using a cursor pick in the 3D view.
You are prompted to Pick surface of ceiling/wall to connect to
The support is created using dimensions gained from the positions of the identified elements.
By default, connections are made to the identified supporting elements which results in some Dimensions fields becoming inactive. Refer to Supports Connectivity for further information.

3D View Tab
Supports Connectivity
Select Required Template
Select default tab
Select ancillary tab by canvas pick
Identify ancillary in current support
2D/3D View
3D View Tab
Dimensions
Dimensions
Build by Cursor
Pick surface of ceiling/wall to connect to
Dimensions
Supports Connectivity
Select Required Template
Select Required Template


The Select Required Template window allows you to select a lighting support template.

Select a lighting support template from the list of available templates, the template displays in the 3D view.
The Filter field allows you to restrict the elements shown in the list to names containing given characters. By default, the list displays all elements of the given type, as indicated by the * in the Filter fields. The wildcards available are:
The Show drop-down list allows you to filter the list of available templates by type, select All, Wall Mounted or Ceiling Mounted.
Select the Mirror check box to reposition the template with respect to a specified plane.
Click Cancel to close the Select Required Template window.
* Any number of any characters
? Single character
* Any number of any characters
* Any number of any characters
? Single character
? Single character

Filter
Show
All
Wall Mounted
Ceiling Mounted
Mirror
Cancel


By default, a separate tab displays on the Support Editor window for the hanger and the associated load data values.
The 2D View part of the Support Editor window allows you to modify the size and position of the hanger.

2D/3D View
Click to display a 3D view of the hanger. Refer to 3D View Tab for further information.
Witch Hanger Interface
Click to display the Witch Hanger interface.
Distance/Clearance
Allows you to position the hanger. The functionality is identical to the positioning of a preliminary support. Refer to Preliminary Tab for further information.
Distance from Support/Distance from pipe element
Allows you to position the hanger. The functionality is identical to the positioning of a preliminary support. Refer to to Preliminary Tab for further information.

2D/3D View
Click to display a 3D view of the hanger. Refer to 3D View Tab for further information.

Witch Hanger Interface
Click to display the Witch Hanger interface.

Distance/Clearance
Allows you to position the hanger. The functionality is identical to the positioning of a preliminary support. Refer to Preliminary Tab for further information.

Distance from Support/Distance from pipe element
Allows you to position the hanger. The functionality is identical to the positioning of a preliminary support. Refer to to Preliminary Tab for further information.
The Data part of the Support Editor window allows you to modify the applicable loading values for transfer to the manufacturer’s interface.

Input values in the fields to define the applicable load values for the hanger.
If a modification is made to the hanger in AVEVA E3D Design, the hanger must be checked in the Witch Hanger interface before it can be applied. A message displays at the bottom of the Support Editor window indicating that the hanger must be checked in the Witch Hanger interface.

The hanger interface software stores hanger interface transfer data using a known file structure within the current project.
For example, if the APS (Aveva Plant Sample) project is being used, the following file structure is generated.
/AvevaPlantSample
/AvevaPlantSample/apshid
/AvevaPlantSample/apshid/cplData
/AvevaPlantSample/apshid/cplData/interfaceDB
/AvevaPlantSample/apshid/cplData/legacyIO
/AvevaPlantSample/apshid/cplData/xmlTransfer
/AvevaPlantSample/apshid/cplData/legacyIO/if
/AvevaPlantSample/apshid/cplData/legacyIO/of
2D/3D View
Click to display a 3D view of the hanger. Refer to 3D View Tab for further information.
Witch Hanger Interface
Click to display the Witch Hanger interface.
Distance/Clearance
Allows you to position the hanger. The functionality is identical to the positioning of a preliminary support. Refer to Preliminary Tab for further information.
Distance from Support/Distance from pipe element
Allows you to position the hanger. The functionality is identical to the positioning of a preliminary support. Refer to to Preliminary Tab for further information.

3D View Tab
Preliminary Tab
Preliminary Tab
Support Editor
2D View
Support Editor
2D/3D View
3D View Tab
Witch Hanger Interface
Distance/Clearance
Preliminary Tab
Distance from Support/Distance from pipe element
Preliminary Tab
Data
Support Editor
AVEVA E3D Design
Support Editor


By default, a separate tab displays on the Support Editor window for the hanger and the associated load data values.
The 2D View part of the Support Editor window allows you to modify the size and position of the hanger.

2D/3D View
Click to display a 3D view of the hanger. Refer to 3D View Tab for further information.
LICAD Interface
Click to display the LICAD interface.
Distance/Clearance
Allows you to position the hanger. The functionality is identical to the positioning of a preliminary support. Refer to Preliminary Tab for further information.
Distance from Support/Distance from pipe element
Allows you to position the hanger. The functionality is identical to the positioning of a preliminary support. Refer to Preliminary Tab for further information.

2D/3D View
Click to display a 3D view of the hanger. Refer to 3D View Tab for further information.

LICAD Interface
Click to display the LICAD interface.

Distance/Clearance
Allows you to position the hanger. The functionality is identical to the positioning of a preliminary support. Refer to Preliminary Tab for further information.

Distance from Support/Distance from pipe element
Allows you to position the hanger. The functionality is identical to the positioning of a preliminary support. Refer to Preliminary Tab for further information.
The Data part of the Support Editor window allows you to modify the applicable loading values for transfer to the manufacturer’s interface.

Input values in the fields to define the applicable load values for the hanger.
If a modification is made to the hanger in AVEVA E3D Design, the hanger must be checked in the LICAD interface before it can be applied. A message displays at the bottom of the Support Editor window indicating that the hanger must be checked in the LICAD interface.

The hanger interface software stores hanger interface transfer data using a known file structure within the current project.
For example, if the APS (Aveva Plant Sample) project is being used, the following file structure is generated.
/AvevaPlantSample
/AvevaPlantSample/apshid
/AvevaPlantSample/apshid/lisegaData
/AvevaPlantSample/apshid/lisegaData/interfaceDB
/AvevaPlantSample/apshid/lisegaData/legacyIO
/AvevaPlantSample/apshid/lisegaData/xmlTransfer
/AvevaPlantSample/apshid/lisegaData/LegacyIO/if
/AvevaPlantSample/apshid/lisegaData/LegacyIO/of
2D/3D View
Click to display a 3D view of the hanger. Refer to 3D View Tab for further information.
LICAD Interface
Click to display the LICAD interface.
Distance/Clearance
Allows you to position the hanger. The functionality is identical to the positioning of a preliminary support. Refer to Preliminary Tab for further information.
Distance from Support/Distance from pipe element
Allows you to position the hanger. The functionality is identical to the positioning of a preliminary support. Refer to Preliminary Tab for further information.

3D View Tab
Preliminary Tab
Preliminary Tab
Support Editor
2D View
Support Editor
2D/3D View
3D View Tab
LICAD Interface
Distance/Clearance
Preliminary Tab
Distance from Support/Distance from pipe element
Preliminary Tab
Data
Support Editor
AVEVA E3D Design
Support Editor


The Common part of the Support Editor window allows you to add a pipe, HVAC duct, cable tray, or guide to a support. Functionality is also available to position the support, rotate a support and the associated ancillaries and modify the steelwork template.

Support additional pipe HVAC, or cable tray
Click to add a pipe, HVAC duct or cable tray to a support. You must identify the element using a cursor pick in the 3D view.
You are prompted to Identify element you wish to support
Once the selection is made, the Ancillary Selection window displays. You must select an ancillary from the list of available ancillaries. The functionality of the Ancillary Selection window is explained. Refer to Ancillary Selection for further information.
The new ancillary is created and displays on the Support Editor window as a new tab.
Position Through
Allows you to position the support through a picked element. Refer to Position Through a Picked Element for further information.
Rotate
Click to rotate the support 180 degrees around the datum position.
Rotate Component
Allows you to rotate an individual support or hanger ancillary. Refer to Rotate Component or Rotate Hanger Component for further information.
Set Steelwork Template
Allows you to modify the steelwork template for the framework support. Refer to Modify Steelwork Template for further information.
Set Framework Orthogonal to Pipe or Cable tray
Click to modify the position of the support framework with respect to the supported sloped pipe or cable tray. The support framework position can be orthogonal or non-orthogonal with respect to the supported sloped pipe or cable tray.

Support additional pipe HVAC, or cable tray
Click to add a pipe, HVAC duct or cable tray to a support. You must identify the element using a cursor pick in the 3D view.
You are prompted to Identify element you wish to support
Once the selection is made, the Ancillary Selection window displays. You must select an ancillary from the list of available ancillaries. The functionality of the Ancillary Selection window is explained. Refer to Ancillary Selection for further information.
The new ancillary is created and displays on the Support Editor window as a new tab.

Position Through
Allows you to position the support through a picked element. Refer to Position Through a Picked Element for further information.

Rotate
Click to rotate the support 180 degrees around the datum position.

Rotate Component
Allows you to rotate an individual support or hanger ancillary. Refer to Rotate Component or Rotate Hanger Component for further information.

Set Steelwork Template
Allows you to modify the steelwork template for the framework support. Refer to Modify Steelwork Template for further information.

Set Framework Orthogonal to Pipe or Cable tray
Click to modify the position of the support framework with respect to the supported sloped pipe or cable tray. The support framework position can be orthogonal or non-orthogonal with respect to the supported sloped pipe or cable tray.

Support additional pipe HVAC, or cable tray
Click to add a pipe, HVAC duct or cable tray to a support. You must identify the element using a cursor pick in the 3D view.
You are prompted to Identify element you wish to support
Once the selection is made, the Ancillary Selection window displays. You must select an ancillary from the list of available ancillaries. The functionality of the Ancillary Selection window is explained. Refer to Ancillary Selection for further information.
The new ancillary is created and displays on the Support Editor window as a new tab.
Position Through
Allows you to position the support through a picked element. Refer to Position Through a Picked Element for further information.
Rotate
Click to rotate the support 180 degrees around the datum position.
Rotate Component
Allows you to rotate an individual support or hanger ancillary. Refer to Rotate Component or Rotate Hanger Component for further information.
Set Steelwork Template
Allows you to modify the steelwork template for the framework support. Refer to Modify Steelwork Template for further information.
Set Framework Orthogonal to Pipe or Cable tray
Click to modify the position of the support framework with respect to the supported sloped pipe or cable tray. The support framework position can be orthogonal or non-orthogonal with respect to the supported sloped pipe or cable tray.

Ancillary Selection
Position Through a Picked Element
Rotate Component
Rotate Hanger Component
Modify Steelwork Template
Common
Support Editor
Support additional pipe HVAC, or cable tray
Identify element you wish to support
Ancillary Selection
Ancillary Selection
Ancillary Selection
Support Editor
Position Through
Position Through a Picked Element
Rotate
Rotate Component
Rotate Component
Rotate Hanger Component
Set Steelwork Template
Modify Steelwork Template
Set Framework Orthogonal to Pipe or Cable tray