The Plates part of the Create Gate Template window allows the administrator to define the Plates used in the gate template. The plates are positioned using p-points which are specified by the administrator. If a p-point is selected that requires the presence of a parameter, the SLH application includes the parameter by default.

The Plates list displays all of the plates available for the template. The administrator can add, remove and replace plates. The currently selected plate displays in the 3D view.
Add
Click to add a plate to the Plates list.
Remove
Click to remove a plate from the Plates list.
Replace
Click to replace the currently selected plate in the Plates list.
Plate Thickness
Select a thickness from the drop-down list to define the thickness of the plate.
The selected Plate Thickness value displays in the Thickness column of the Plates list.
Plate Type
Select a type from the drop-down list to define the p-point positions of the plate.
The selected Plate Type values display in the Description and Points columns of the Plates list, the SLH application automatically updates the thickness and orientation to reflect the selected plate type.
Plate Orientation
Select an orientation from the drop-down list to define the orientation of the plate.
The selected Plate Orientation value displays in the Orientation column of the Profiles list.
Add
Click to add a plate to the Plates list.
Remove
Click to remove a plate from the Plates list.
Replace
Click to replace the currently selected plate in the Plates list.
Plate Thickness
Select a thickness from the drop-down list to define the thickness of the plate.
The selected Plate Thickness value displays in the Thickness column of the Plates list.
Plate Type
Select a type from the drop-down list to define the p-point positions of the plate.
The selected Plate Type values display in the Description and Points columns of the Plates list, the SLH application automatically updates the thickness and orientation to reflect the selected plate type.
Plate Orientation
Select an orientation from the drop-down list to define the orientation of the plate.
The selected Plate Orientation value displays in the Orientation column of the Profiles list.
Click Build Template to create the gate template.
Click Back to return to the Profiles part of the Create Gate Template window.
Click Cancel to discard any inputs and return to the SLH Administration Tasks window.
The Template element displays in the Model Explorer and the 3D view.

Add
Click to add a plate to the Plates list.
Remove
Click to remove a plate from the Plates list.
Replace
Click to replace the currently selected plate in the Plates list.
Plate Thickness
Select a thickness from the drop-down list to define the thickness of the plate.
The selected Plate Thickness value displays in the Thickness column of the Plates list.
Plate Type
Select a type from the drop-down list to define the p-point positions of the plate.
The selected Plate Type values display in the Description and Points columns of the Plates list, the SLH application automatically updates the thickness and orientation to reflect the selected plate type.
Plate Orientation
Select an orientation from the drop-down list to define the orientation of the plate.
The selected Plate Orientation value displays in the Orientation column of the Profiles list.

Plates
Create Gate Template
Add
Remove
Replace
Plate Thickness
Plate Type
Plate Orientation
Build Template
Back
Profiles
Create Gate Template
Cancel
SLH Administration Tasks


To modify a Gate Template element, from the Templates part of the SLH Administration Tasks window, click the Handrail Gates drop-down list to display the list of available Gates which can be modified. Select the Gate to be modified, then select Modify to display the Modify Gate Template window.

The functionality of the Modify Gate Template window is identical to the Create Gate Template window. Refer to Create Handrail Gate Template for further information.

Create Handrail Gate Template
Templates
SLH Administration Tasks
Handrail Gates
Modify
Modify Gate Template
Modify Gate Template
Create Gate Template
Create Handrail Gate Template


To delete a Gate Template element, navigate to the item to be deleted in the Model Explorer, right-click the selection and select Delete from the drop-down list. A Confirm window displays asking the administrator to OK the deletion. Click Yes to delete the item.

Model Explorer
Delete
Confirm
OK
Yes


Copying an existing Gate Template provides a quick and efficient method of creating new templates and editing the properties in the SLH Administration Tasks window.
To create a new Gate Template element from an existing element make sure the correct Gate Template element is selected in the Model Explorer.
To copy an existing Gate Template element, right-click and select Copy from the drop-down list.
To paste a copy of the Gate Template element, right-click and select Paste from the drop-down list.
To rename the pasted Gate Template element, right-click and select Rename from the drop-down list to display the Name window. Refer to Common Functionality User Guide for further information.
The copied element displays in the SLH Administration Tasks window.

SLH Administration Tasks
Copy
Paste
Rename
Name
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SLH Administration Tasks


Termination templates are used in the creation of handrails. The allowable terminations are defined in the defaults by referencing termination parts. Termination parts are created in the PARAGON module. Refer to Catalog and Specifications User Guide for further information. Termination parts reference either catalog or template terminations.
To create a Termination Template element make sure the correct Area element is selected in the Templates part of the SLH Administration Tasks window.
To create a Termination Template element, from the Templates part of the SLH Administration Tasks window, click Create next to the Terminations drop-down list to display the Create Termination Template window.

Note:
All mandatory parts of the Create Termination Template window are indicated with an amber triangle. The SLH application replaces the amber triangle with a green tick when the Create Termination Template window has been populated with the required data.

Catalog and Specifications User Guide
Templates
SLH Administration
Tasks
Templates
SLH Administration Tasks
Create
Create Termination Template
Note
:
Create Termination Template
Create Termination Template


The Parameters part of the Create Termination Template window allows the administrator to define the Termination Template dimensions.

Top Rail Height
Select the Variable radio button to input a Default value in the Default field.
Select the Fixed radio button to input a Fixed value in the Value field.
Width
Select the Variable radio button to input a Default value in the Default field.
Select the Fixed radio button to input a Fixed value in the Value field.
Horizontal Offset
Select the Variable radio button to input a Default value in the Default field.
Select the Fixed radio button to input a Fixed value in the Value field.
Extension Length
Select the Variable radio button to input a Default value in the Default field.
Select the Fixed radio button to input a Fixed value in the Value field.
Extension Plate Depth
Select the Variable radio button to input a Default value in the Default field.
Select the Fixed radio button to input a Fixed value in the Value field.
Upper Intermediate Rail
Input a value to define the upper intermediate rail height for the template.
To remove the upper intermediate rail height element from the template, click to clear the Included check box.
Lower Intermediate Rail
Input a value to define the lower intermediate rail height for the template.
To remove the lower intermediate rail height element from the template, click to clear the Included check box.
Plate Thickness
Input a value to define the plate thickness for the template.
To remove the plate thickness element from the template, click to clear the Included check box.
Plate Depth
Input a value to define the plate depth for the template.
To remove the plate depth element from the template, click to clear the Included check box.
Plate Width
Input a value to define the plate width for the template.
To remove the plate width element from the template, click to clear the Included check box.
Mounting Plate Thickness
Input a value to define the mounting plate thickness for the template.
Mounting Plate Width
Input a value to define the mounting plate width for the template.
Mounting Plate Length
Input a value to define the mounting plate length for the template.
Extension Plate Thickness
Input a value to define the extension plate thickness for the template.
Top Rail Height
Select the Variable radio button to input a Default value in the Default field.
Select the Fixed radio button to input a Fixed value in the Value field.
Width
Select the Variable radio button to input a Default value in the Default field.
Select the Fixed radio button to input a Fixed value in the Value field.
Horizontal Offset
Select the Variable radio button to input a Default value in the Default field.
Select the Fixed radio button to input a Fixed value in the Value field.
Extension Length
Select the Variable radio button to input a Default value in the Default field.
Select the Fixed radio button to input a Fixed value in the Value field.
Extension Plate Depth
Select the Variable radio button to input a Default value in the Default field.
Select the Fixed radio button to input a Fixed value in the Value field.
Upper Intermediate Rail
Input a value to define the upper intermediate rail height for the template.
To remove the upper intermediate rail height element from the template, click to clear the Included check box.
Lower Intermediate Rail
Input a value to define the lower intermediate rail height for the template.
To remove the lower intermediate rail height element from the template, click to clear the Included check box.
Plate Thickness
Input a value to define the plate thickness for the template.
To remove the plate thickness element from the template, click to clear the Included check box.
Plate Depth
Input a value to define the plate depth for the template.
To remove the plate depth element from the template, click to clear the Included check box.
Plate Width
Input a value to define the plate width for the template.
To remove the plate width element from the template, click to clear the Included check box.
Mounting Plate Thickness
Input a value to define the mounting plate thickness for the template.
Mounting Plate Width
Input a value to define the mounting plate width for the template.
Mounting Plate Length
Input a value to define the mounting plate length for the template.
Extension Plate Thickness
Input a value to define the extension plate thickness for the template.
The diagram below illustrates the Termination Template dimensions as an example:

Click Next to display the Profiles part of the Create Termination Template window. Refer to Termination Template Profiles for further information.
Click Back to return to the General part of the Create Termination Template window.
Click Cancel to discard any inputs and return to the SLH Administration Tasks window.
Top Rail Height
Select the Variable radio button to input a Default value in the Default field.
Select the Fixed radio button to input a Fixed value in the Value field.
Width
Select the Variable radio button to input a Default value in the Default field.
Select the Fixed radio button to input a Fixed value in the Value field.
Horizontal Offset
Select the Variable radio button to input a Default value in the Default field.
Select the Fixed radio button to input a Fixed value in the Value field.
Extension Length
Select the Variable radio button to input a Default value in the Default field.
Select the Fixed radio button to input a Fixed value in the Value field.
Extension Plate Depth
Select the Variable radio button to input a Default value in the Default field.
Select the Fixed radio button to input a Fixed value in the Value field.
Upper Intermediate Rail
Input a value to define the upper intermediate rail height for the template.
To remove the upper intermediate rail height element from the template, click to clear the Included check box.
Lower Intermediate Rail
Input a value to define the lower intermediate rail height for the template.
To remove the lower intermediate rail height element from the template, click to clear the Included check box.
Plate Thickness
Input a value to define the plate thickness for the template.
To remove the plate thickness element from the template, click to clear the Included check box.
Plate Depth
Input a value to define the plate depth for the template.
To remove the plate depth element from the template, click to clear the Included check box.
Plate Width
Input a value to define the plate width for the template.
To remove the plate width element from the template, click to clear the Included check box.
Mounting Plate Thickness
Input a value to define the mounting plate thickness for the template.
Mounting Plate Width
Input a value to define the mounting plate width for the template.
Mounting Plate Length
Input a value to define the mounting plate length for the template.
Extension Plate Thickness
Input a value to define the extension plate thickness for the template.

Termination Template Profiles
Parameters
Create Termination Template
Top Rail Height
Variable
Default
Fixed
Value
Width
Variable
Default
Fixed
Value
Horizontal Offset
Variable
Default
Fixed
Value
Extension Length
Variable
Default
Fixed
Value
Extension Plate Depth
Variable
Default
Fixed
Value
Upper Intermediate Rail
Included
Lower Intermediate Rail
Included
Plate Thickness
Included
Plate Depth
Included
Plate Width
Included
Mounting Plate Thickness
Mounting Plate Width
Mounting Plate Length
Extension Plate Thickness
Next
Profiles
Create Termination Template
Termination Template Profiles
Back
General
Create Termination Template
Cancel
SLH Administration Tasks


The Profiles part of the Create Termination Template window allows the administrator to define the Profiles used in the termination template. The profiles are positioned using p-points which are specified by the administrator. If a p-point is selected that requires the presence of a parameter, the SLH application includes the parameter by default.

The functionality of the Profiles part of the Create Termination Template window is identical to the Profiles part of the Create Gate Template window. Refer to Gate Template Profiles for further information.
Click Next to display the Plates part of the Create Termination Template window. Refer to Termination Template Plates for further information.
Click Back to return to the Parameters part of the Create Termination Template window.
Click Cancel to discard any inputs and return to the SLH Administration Tasks window.

Gate Template Profiles
Termination Template Plates
Profiles
Create Termination Template
Profiles
Create Termination Template
Profiles
Create Gate Template
Gate Template Profiles
Next
Plates
Create Termination Template
Termination Template Plates
Back
Parameters
Create Termination Template
Cancel
SLH Administration Tasks


The Plates part of the Create Termination Template window allows the administrator to define the Plates used in the termination template. The plates are positioned using p-points which are specified by the administrator. If a p-point is selected that requires the presence of a parameter, the SLH application includes the parameter by default.

The functionality of the Plates part of the Create Termination Template window is identical to the Plates part of the Create Tread Template window. Refer to Tread Template Plates for further information.
Click Build Template to create the termination template.
Click Back to return to the Profiles part of the Create Termination Template window.
Click Cancel to discard any inputs and return to the SLH Administration Tasks window.
The Template element displays in the Model Explorer and the 3D view.

Tread Template Plates
Plates
Create Termination Template
Plates
Create Termination Template
Create Tread Template
Tread Template Plates
Build Template
Back
Profiles
Create Termination Template
Cancel
SLH Administration Tasks


To modify a Termination Template element, from the Templates part of the SLH Administration Tasks window, click the Terminations drop-down list to display the list of available Terminations which can be modified. Select the Termination to be modified, then select Modify to display the Modify Termination Template window.

The functionality of the Modify Termination Template window is identical to the Create Termination Template window. Refer to Create Termination Template for further information.

Create Termination Template
Templates
SLH Administration Tasks
Terminations
Modify
Modify Termination Template
Modify Termination Template
Create Termination Template
Create Termination Template


To delete a Termination Template element, navigate to the item to be deleted in the Model Explorer, right-click the selection and select Delete from the drop-down list. A Confirm window displays asking the administrator to OK the deletion. Click Yes to delete the item.

Model Explorer
Delete
Confirm
OK
Yes


Copying an existing Termination Template provides a quick and efficient method of creating new templates and editing the properties in the SLH Administration Tasks window.
To create a new Termination Template element from an existing element make sure the correct Termination Template element is selected in the Model Explorer.
To copy an existing Termination Template element, right-click and select Copy from the drop-down list.
To paste a copy of the Termination Template element, right-click and select Paste from the drop-down list.
To rename the pasted Termination Template element, right-click and select Rename from the drop-down list to display the Name window. Refer to Common Functionality User Guide for further information.
The copied element displays in the SLH Administration Tasks window.

SLH Administration Tasks
Copy
Paste
Rename
Name
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SLH Administration Tasks


Panel templates are used in the creation of handrails. The allowable panels are defined in the defaults by referencing panel parts. Panel parts are created in the PARAGON module. Refer to Catalog and Specifications User Guide for further information. Panel parts reference either catalog or template handrails.
To create a Panel Template element make sure the correct Area element is selected in the Templates part of the SLH Administration Tasks window.
To create a Panel Template element, from the Templates part of the SLH Administration Tasks window, click Create next to the Handrail Panels drop-down list to display the Create Panel Template window.

Note:
All mandatory parts of the Create Panel Template window are indicated with an amber triangle. The SLH application replaces the amber triangle with a green tick when the Create Panel Template window has been populated with the required data.

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Templates
SLH Administration
Tasks
Templates
SLH Administration Tasks
Create
Create Panel Template
Note
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Create Panel Template
Create Panel Template


The Mandatory Parameters part of the Create Panel Template window allows the administrator to define the required Panel Template dimensions.

Panel Length
Select the Variable radio button to input a value in the Default field. The administrator is also required to input a value in the Minimum and Maximum fields to define the minimum and maximum allowable panel length dimensions. The post spacing is recalculated when a value is entered.
Select the Fixed radio button to input a Fixed value in the Value field. The minimum and maximum values are equal and the fields are not available for modification.
Post Length
Select the Variable radio button to input a Default value in the Default field.
Select the Fixed radio button to input a Fixed value in the Value field.
Bottom Vertical Offset
Select the Variable radio button to input a Default value in the Default field.
Select the Fixed radio button to input a Fixed value in the Value field.
Bottom Horizontal Offset
Select the Variable radio button to input a Default value in the Default field.
Select the Fixed radio button to input a Fixed value in the Value field.
Extension Length
Select the Variable radio button to input a Default value in the Default field.
Select the Fixed radio button to input a Fixed value in the Value field.
Extension Plate Depth
Select the Variable radio button to input a Default value in the Default field.
Select the Fixed radio button to input a Fixed value in the Value field.
Wing Length
Select the Variable radio button to input a Default value in the Default field. The panel length is calculated again once a value is entered into the field.
Select the Fixed radio button to input a Fixed value in the Value field.
Post Spacing
Input a value to define the post spacing for the template. The panel length is recalculated based on the wing length and the number of posts.
Panel Length
Select the Variable radio button to input a value in the Default field. The administrator is also required to input a value in the Minimum and Maximum fields to define the minimum and maximum allowable panel length dimensions. The post spacing is recalculated when a value is entered.
Select the Fixed radio button to input a Fixed value in the Value field. The minimum and maximum values are equal and the fields are not available for modification.
Post Length
Select the Variable radio button to input a Default value in the Default field.
Select the Fixed radio button to input a Fixed value in the Value field.
Bottom Vertical Offset
Select the Variable radio button to input a Default value in the Default field.
Select the Fixed radio button to input a Fixed value in the Value field.
Bottom Horizontal Offset
Select the Variable radio button to input a Default value in the Default field.
Select the Fixed radio button to input a Fixed value in the Value field.
Extension Length
Select the Variable radio button to input a Default value in the Default field.
Select the Fixed radio button to input a Fixed value in the Value field.
Extension Plate Depth
Select the Variable radio button to input a Default value in the Default field.
Select the Fixed radio button to input a Fixed value in the Value field.
Wing Length
Select the Variable radio button to input a Default value in the Default field. The panel length is calculated again once a value is entered into the field.
Select the Fixed radio button to input a Fixed value in the Value field.
Post Spacing
Input a value to define the post spacing for the template. The panel length is recalculated based on the wing length and the number of posts.
The diagram below illustrates the Panel Template dimensions as an example:

Click Next to display the Optional Parameters part of the Create Panel Template window. Refer to Panel Template Optional Parameters for further information.
Click Back to return to the General part of the Create Panel Template window.
Click Cancel to discard any inputs and return to the SLH Administration Tasks window.
Panel Length
Select the Variable radio button to input a value in the Default field. The administrator is also required to input a value in the Minimum and Maximum fields to define the minimum and maximum allowable panel length dimensions. The post spacing is recalculated when a value is entered.
Select the Fixed radio button to input a Fixed value in the Value field. The minimum and maximum values are equal and the fields are not available for modification.
Post Length
Select the Variable radio button to input a Default value in the Default field.
Select the Fixed radio button to input a Fixed value in the Value field.
Bottom Vertical Offset
Select the Variable radio button to input a Default value in the Default field.
Select the Fixed radio button to input a Fixed value in the Value field.
Bottom Horizontal Offset
Select the Variable radio button to input a Default value in the Default field.
Select the Fixed radio button to input a Fixed value in the Value field.
Extension Length
Select the Variable radio button to input a Default value in the Default field.
Select the Fixed radio button to input a Fixed value in the Value field.
Extension Plate Depth
Select the Variable radio button to input a Default value in the Default field.
Select the Fixed radio button to input a Fixed value in the Value field.
Wing Length
Select the Variable radio button to input a Default value in the Default field. The panel length is calculated again once a value is entered into the field.
Select the Fixed radio button to input a Fixed value in the Value field.
Post Spacing
Input a value to define the post spacing for the template. The panel length is recalculated based on the wing length and the number of posts.

Panel Template Optional Parameters
Mandatory Parameters
Create Panel Template
Panel Length
Variable
Default
Minimum
Maximum
Fixed
Value
Post Length
Variable
Default
Fixed
Value
Bottom Vertical Offset
Variable
Default
Fixed
Value
Bottom Horizontal Offset
Variable
Default
Fixed
Value
Extension Length
Variable
Default
Fixed
Value
Extension Plate Depth
Variable
Default
Fixed
Value
Wing Length
Variable
Default
Fixed
Value
Post Spacing
Next
Optional Parameters
Create Panel Template
Panel Template Optional Parameters
Back
General
Create Panel Template
Cancel
SLH Administration Tasks


The Optional Parameters part of the Create Panel Template window allows the administrator to define the optional Panel Template dimensions.

Upper Intermediate Rail Height
Input a value to define the upper intermediate rail height for the template.
To remove the upper intermediate rail height element from the template, click to clear the Included check box.
Lower Intermediate Rail Height
Input a value to define the lower intermediate rail height for the template.
To remove the lower intermediate rail height element from the template, click to clear the Included check box.
Mounting Plate Thickness
Input a value to define the mounting plate thickness for the template.
To remove the mounting plate thickness element from the template, click to clear the Included check box.
Mounting Plate Width
Input a value to define the mounting plate width for the template.
To remove the mounting plate width element from the template, click to clear the Included check box.
Mounting Plate Length
Input a value to define the mounting plate length for the template.
To remove the mounting plate length element from the template, click to clear the Included check box.
Extension Plate Thickness
Input a value to define the extension plate thickness for the template.
To remove the extension plate thickness element from the template, click to clear the Included check box.
The functionality is not available for top mounted handrail panel templates.
Rise
Input a value to define the rise for the template.
The panel template rise is the vertical distance of the panel from the RPATH when a panel assembly is used on a slope.
Upper Intermediate Rail Height
Input a value to define the upper intermediate rail height for the template.
To remove the upper intermediate rail height element from the template, click to clear the Included check box.
Lower Intermediate Rail Height
Input a value to define the lower intermediate rail height for the template.
To remove the lower intermediate rail height element from the template, click to clear the Included check box.
Mounting Plate Thickness
Input a value to define the mounting plate thickness for the template.
To remove the mounting plate thickness element from the template, click to clear the Included check box.
Mounting Plate Width
Input a value to define the mounting plate width for the template.
To remove the mounting plate width element from the template, click to clear the Included check box.
Mounting Plate Length
Input a value to define the mounting plate length for the template.
To remove the mounting plate length element from the template, click to clear the Included check box.
Extension Plate Thickness
Input a value to define the extension plate thickness for the template.
To remove the extension plate thickness element from the template, click to clear the Included check box.
The functionality is not available for top mounted handrail panel templates.
Rise
Input a value to define the rise for the template.
The panel template rise is the vertical distance of the panel from the RPATH when a panel assembly is used on a slope.
The diagram below illustrates the Panel Template dimensions as an example:

Click Next to display the Profiles part of the Create Panel Template window. Refer to Panel Template Profiles for further information.
Click Back to return to the Mandatory Parameters part of the Create Panel Template window.
Click Cancel to discard any inputs and return to the SLH Administration Tasks window.
Upper Intermediate Rail Height
Input a value to define the upper intermediate rail height for the template.
To remove the upper intermediate rail height element from the template, click to clear the Included check box.
Lower Intermediate Rail Height
Input a value to define the lower intermediate rail height for the template.
To remove the lower intermediate rail height element from the template, click to clear the Included check box.
Mounting Plate Thickness
Input a value to define the mounting plate thickness for the template.
To remove the mounting plate thickness element from the template, click to clear the Included check box.
Mounting Plate Width
Input a value to define the mounting plate width for the template.
To remove the mounting plate width element from the template, click to clear the Included check box.
Mounting Plate Length
Input a value to define the mounting plate length for the template.
To remove the mounting plate length element from the template, click to clear the Included check box.
Extension Plate Thickness
Input a value to define the extension plate thickness for the template.
To remove the extension plate thickness element from the template, click to clear the Included check box.
The functionality is not available for top mounted handrail panel templates.
Rise
Input a value to define the rise for the template.
The panel template rise is the vertical distance of the panel from the RPATH when a panel assembly is used on a slope.

Panel Template Profiles
Optional Parameters
Create Panel Template
Upper Intermediate Rail Height
Included
Lower Intermediate Rail Height
Included
Mounting Plate Thickness
Included
Mounting Plate Width
Included
Mounting Plate Length
Included
Extension Plate Thickness
Included
Rise
Next
Profiles
Create Panel Template
Panel Template Profiles
Back
Mandatory Parameters
Create Panel Template
Cancel
SLH Administration Tasks


The Profiles part of the Create Panel Template window allows the administrator to define the Profiles used in the panel template. The profiles are positioned using p-points which are specified by the administrator. If a p-point is selected that requires the presence of a parameter, the SLH application includes the parameter by default.

The functionality of the Profiles part of the Create Panel Template window is identical to the Profiles part of the Create Gate Template window. Refer to Gate Template Profiles for further information.
Click Next to display the Plates part of the Create Panel Template window. Refer to Panel Template Plates for further information.
Click Back to return to the Optional Parameters part of the Create Panel Template window.
Click Cancel to discard any inputs and return to the SLH Administration Tasks window.

Gate Template Profiles
Panel Template Plates
Profiles
Create Panel Template
Profiles
Create Panel Template
Profiles
Create Gate Template
Gate Template Profiles
Next
Plates
Create Panel Template
Panel Template Plates
Back
Optional Parameters
Create Panel Template
Cancel
SLH Administration Tasks


The Plates part of the Create Panel Template window allows the administrator to define the Plates used in the panel template. The plates are positioned using p-points which are specified by the administrator. If a p-point is selected that requires the presence of a parameter, the SLH application includes the parameter by default.

The functionality of the Plates part of the Create Panel Template window is identical to the Plates part of the Create Gate Template window. Refer to Gate Template Plates for further information.
Click Build Template to create the panel template.
Click Back to return to the Profiles part of the Create Panel Template window.
Click Cancel to discard any inputs and return to the SLH Administration Tasks window.
The Template element displays in the Model Explorer and the 3D view.

Gate Template Plates
Plates
Create Panel Template
Plates
Create Panel Template
Plates
Create Gate Template
Gate Template Plates
Build Template
Back
Profiles
Create Panel Template
Cancel
SLH Administration Tasks


To modify a Panel Template element, from the Templates part of the SLH Administration Tasks window, click the Handrail Panels drop-down list to display the list of available Handrail Panels which can be modified. Select the Handrail Panel to be modified, then select Modify to display the Modify Panel Template window.

The functionality of the Modify Panel Template window is identical to the Create Panel Template window. Refer to Create Handrail Panel Template for further information.

Create Handrail Panel Template
Templates
SLH Administration Tasks
Handrail Panels
Modify
Modify Panel Template
Modify Panel Template
Create Panel Template
Create Handrail Panel Template


To delete a Panel Template element, navigate to the item to be deleted in the Model Explorer, right-click the selection and select Delete from the drop-down list. A Confirm window displays asking the administrator to OK the deletion. Click Yes to delete the item.

Model Explorer
Delete
Confirm
OK
Yes


Copying an existing Panel Template provides a quick and efficient method of creating new templates and editing the properties in the SLH Administration Tasks window.
To create a new Panel Template element from an existing element make sure the correct Panel Template element is selected in the Model Explorer.
To copy an existing Panel Template element, right-click and select Copy from the drop-down list.
To paste a copy of the Panel Template element, right-click and select Paste from the drop-down list.
To rename the pasted Panel Template element, right-click and select Rename from the drop-down list to display the Name window. Refer to Common Functionality User Guide for further information.
The copied element displays in the SLH Administration Tasks window.

SLH Administration Tasks
Copy
Paste
Rename
Name
Common Functionality User Guide
SLH Administration Tasks


Rung ladder gate templates are used in the creation of rung ladders. The allowable gates are defined in the defaults by referencing gate parts. Gate parts are created in the PARAGON module. Refer to Catalog and Specifications User Guide for further information. Gate parts reference either catalogue or template gates.
To create a Rung Ladder Gate Template element make sure the correct Area element is selected in the Templates part of the SLH Administration Tasks window.
To create a Rung Ladder Gate Template element, from the Templates part of the SLH Administration Tasks window, click Create next to the Ladder Gates drop-down list to display the Create Rung Ladder Gate Template window.

Note:
All mandatory parts of the Create Rung Ladder Gate Template window are indicated with an amber triangle. The SLH application replaces the amber triangle with a green tick when the Create Rung Ladder Gate Template window has been populated with the required data.

Catalog and Specifications User Guide
Templates
SLH Administration
Tasks
Templates
SLH Administration Tasks
Create
Create Rung Ladder Gate Template
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Create Rung Ladder Gate Template
Create Rung Ladder Gate Template


The Parameters part of the Create Rung Ladder Gate Template window allows the administrator to define the Rung Ladder Gate Template dimensions.

Top Rail Height
Select the Variable radio button to input a Default value in the Default field.
Select the Fixed radio button to input a Fixed value in the Value field.
Width
Select the Variable radio button to input a Default value in the Default field.
Select the Fixed radio button to input a Fixed value in the Value field.
Bottom Horizontal Offset
Select the Variable radio button to input a Default value in the Default field.
Select the Fixed radio button to input a Fixed value in the Value field.
Bottom Vertical Offset
Select the Variable radio button to input a Default value in the Default field.
Select the Fixed radio button to input a Fixed value in the Value field.
Extension Length
Select the Variable radio button to input a Default value in the Default field.
Select the Fixed radio button to input a Fixed value in the Value field.
Extension Plate Depth
Select the Variable radio button to input a Default value in the Default field.
Select the Fixed radio button to input a Fixed value in the Value field.
Upper Intermediate Rail
Input a value to define the upper intermediate rail height for the template.
To remove the upper intermediate rail height element from the template, click to clear the Included check box.
Lower Intermediate Rail
Input a value to define the lower intermediate rail height for the template.
To remove the lower intermediate rail height element from the template, click to clear the Included check box.
Plate Thickness
Input a value to define the plate thickness for the template.
To remove the mounting thickness element from the template, click to clear the Included check box.
Plate Depth
Input a value to define the plate depth for the template.
To remove the plate depth element from the template, click to clear the Included check box.
Lock Clearance
Input a value to define the lock clearance for the template.
To remove the lock clearance element from the template, click to clear the Included check box.
Hinge Clearance
Input a value to define the hinge clearance for the template.
To remove the hinge clearance element from the template, click to clear the Included check box.
Mounting Plate Thickness
Input a value to define the mounting plate thickness for the template.
To remove the mounting plate thickness element from the template, click to clear the Included check box.
Mounting Plate Width
Input a value to define the mounting plate width for the template.
To remove the mounting plate width element from the template, click to clear the Included check box.
Mounting Plate Length
Input a value to define the mounting plate length for the template.
To remove the mounting plate length element from the template, click to clear the Included check box.
Extension Plate Thickness
Input a value to define the extension plate thickness for the template.
To remove the extension plate thickness element from the template, click to clear the Included check box.
Top Rail Height
Select the Variable radio button to input a Default value in the Default field.
Select the Fixed radio button to input a Fixed value in the Value field.
Width
Select the Variable radio button to input a Default value in the Default field.
Select the Fixed radio button to input a Fixed value in the Value field.
Bottom Horizontal Offset
Select the Variable radio button to input a Default value in the Default field.
Select the Fixed radio button to input a Fixed value in the Value field.
Bottom Vertical Offset
Select the Variable radio button to input a Default value in the Default field.
Select the Fixed radio button to input a Fixed value in the Value field.
Extension Length
Select the Variable radio button to input a Default value in the Default field.
Select the Fixed radio button to input a Fixed value in the Value field.
Extension Plate Depth
Select the Variable radio button to input a Default value in the Default field.
Select the Fixed radio button to input a Fixed value in the Value field.
Upper Intermediate Rail
Input a value to define the upper intermediate rail height for the template.
To remove the upper intermediate rail height element from the template, click to clear the Included check box.
Lower Intermediate Rail
Input a value to define the lower intermediate rail height for the template.
To remove the lower intermediate rail height element from the template, click to clear the Included check box.
Plate Thickness
Input a value to define the plate thickness for the template.
To remove the mounting thickness element from the template, click to clear the Included check box.
Plate Depth
Input a value to define the plate depth for the template.
To remove the plate depth element from the template, click to clear the Included check box.
Lock Clearance
Input a value to define the lock clearance for the template.
To remove the lock clearance element from the template, click to clear the Included check box.
Hinge Clearance
Input a value to define the hinge clearance for the template.
To remove the hinge clearance element from the template, click to clear the Included check box.
Mounting Plate Thickness
Input a value to define the mounting plate thickness for the template.
To remove the mounting plate thickness element from the template, click to clear the Included check box.
Mounting Plate Width
Input a value to define the mounting plate width for the template.
To remove the mounting plate width element from the template, click to clear the Included check box.
Mounting Plate Length
Input a value to define the mounting plate length for the template.
To remove the mounting plate length element from the template, click to clear the Included check box.
Extension Plate Thickness
Input a value to define the extension plate thickness for the template.
To remove the extension plate thickness element from the template, click to clear the Included check box.
The diagram below illustrates the Rung Ladder Gate Template dimensions:

Click Next to display the Profiles part of the Create Rung Ladder Gate Template window. Refer to Rung Ladder Gate Template Profiles for further information.
Click Back to return to the General part of the Create Rung Ladder Gate Template window.
Click Cancel to discard any inputs and return to the SLH Administration Tasks window.
Top Rail Height
Select the Variable radio button to input a Default value in the Default field.
Select the Fixed radio button to input a Fixed value in the Value field.
Width
Select the Variable radio button to input a Default value in the Default field.
Select the Fixed radio button to input a Fixed value in the Value field.
Bottom Horizontal Offset
Select the Variable radio button to input a Default value in the Default field.
Select the Fixed radio button to input a Fixed value in the Value field.
Bottom Vertical Offset
Select the Variable radio button to input a Default value in the Default field.
Select the Fixed radio button to input a Fixed value in the Value field.
Extension Length
Select the Variable radio button to input a Default value in the Default field.
Select the Fixed radio button to input a Fixed value in the Value field.
Extension Plate Depth
Select the Variable radio button to input a Default value in the Default field.
Select the Fixed radio button to input a Fixed value in the Value field.
Upper Intermediate Rail
Input a value to define the upper intermediate rail height for the template.
To remove the upper intermediate rail height element from the template, click to clear the Included check box.
Lower Intermediate Rail
Input a value to define the lower intermediate rail height for the template.
To remove the lower intermediate rail height element from the template, click to clear the Included check box.
Plate Thickness
Input a value to define the plate thickness for the template.
To remove the mounting thickness element from the template, click to clear the Included check box.
Plate Depth
Input a value to define the plate depth for the template.
To remove the plate depth element from the template, click to clear the Included check box.
Lock Clearance
Input a value to define the lock clearance for the template.
To remove the lock clearance element from the template, click to clear the Included check box.
Hinge Clearance
Input a value to define the hinge clearance for the template.
To remove the hinge clearance element from the template, click to clear the Included check box.
Mounting Plate Thickness
Input a value to define the mounting plate thickness for the template.
To remove the mounting plate thickness element from the template, click to clear the Included check box.
Mounting Plate Width
Input a value to define the mounting plate width for the template.
To remove the mounting plate width element from the template, click to clear the Included check box.
Mounting Plate Length
Input a value to define the mounting plate length for the template.
To remove the mounting plate length element from the template, click to clear the Included check box.
Extension Plate Thickness
Input a value to define the extension plate thickness for the template.
To remove the extension plate thickness element from the template, click to clear the Included check box.

Rung Ladder Gate Template Profiles
Parameters
Create Rung Ladder Gate Template
Top Rail Height
Variable
Default
Fixed
Value
Width
Variable
Default
Fixed
Value
Bottom Horizontal Offset
Variable
Default
Fixed
Value
Bottom Vertical Offset
Variable
Default
Fixed
Value
Extension Length
Variable
Default
Fixed
Value
Extension Plate Depth
Variable
Default
Fixed
Value
Upper Intermediate Rail
Included
Lower Intermediate Rail
Included
Plate Thickness
Included
Plate Depth
Included
Lock Clearance
Included
Hinge Clearance
Included
Mounting Plate Thickness
Included
Mounting Plate Width
Included
Mounting Plate Length
Included
Extension Plate Thickness
Included
Next
Profiles
Create Rung Ladder Gate Template
Rung Ladder Gate Template Profiles
Back
General
Create Rung Ladder Gate Template
Cancel
SLH Administration Tasks


The Profiles part of the Create Rung Ladder Gate Template window allows the administrator to define the Profiles used in the rung ladder gate template. The profiles are positioned using p-points which are specified by the administrator. If a p-point is selected that requires the presence of a parameter, the SLH application includes the parameter by default.

The functionality of the Profiles part of the Create Ring Ladder Gate Template window is identical to the Profiles part of the Create Gate Template window. Refer to Gate Template Profiles for further information.
Click Next to display the Plates part of the Create Rung Ladder Gate Template window. Refer to Rung Ladder Gate Template Plates for further information.
Click Back to return to the Parameters part of the Create Rung Ladder Gate Template window.
Click Cancel to discard any inputs and return to the SLH Administration Tasks window.

Gate Template Profiles
Rung Ladder Gate Template Plates
Profiles
Create Rung Ladder Gate Template
Profiles
Create Ring Ladder Gate Template
Profiles
Create Gate Template
Gate Template Profiles
Next
Plates
Create Rung Ladder Gate Template
Rung Ladder Gate Template Plates
Back
Parameters
Create Rung Ladder Gate Template
Cancel
SLH Administration Tasks


The Plates part of the Create Rung Ladder Gate Template window allows the administrator to define the Plates used in the rung ladder gate template. The plates are positioned using p-points which are specified by the administrator. If a p-point is selected that requires the presence of a parameter, the SLH application includes the parameter by default.

The functionality of the Plates part of the Create Rung Ladder Gate Template window is identical to the Plates part of the Create Gate Template window. Refer to Gate Template Plates for further information.
Click Build Template to create the rung ladder gate template.
Click Back to return to the Profiles part of the Create Rung Ladder Gate Template window.
Click Cancel to discard any inputs and return to the SLH Administration Tasks window.
The Template element displays in the Model Explorer and the 3D view.

Gate Template Plates
Plates
Create Rung Ladder Gate Template
Plates
Create Rung Ladder Gate Template
Plates
Create Gate Template
Gate Template Plates
Build Template
Back
Profiles
Create Rung Ladder Gate Template
Cancel
SLH Administration Tasks


To modify a Rung Ladder Gate Template element, from the Templates part of the SLH Administration Tasks window, click the Ladder Gates drop-down list to display the list of available Ladder Gates which can be modified. Select the Ladder Gate to be modified, then select Modify to display the Modify Rung Ladder Gate Template window.

The functionality of the Modify Rung Ladder Gate Template window is identical to the Create Rung Ladder Gate Template window. Refer to Create Rung Ladder Gate Template for further information.

Create Rung Ladder Gate Template
Templates
SLH Administration Tasks
Ladder Gates
Modify
Modify Rung Ladder Gate Template
Modify Rung Ladder Gate Template
Create Rung Ladder Gate Template
Create Rung Ladder Gate Template


To delete a Rung Ladder Gate Template element, navigate to the item to be deleted in the Model Explorer, right-click the selection and select Delete from the drop-down list. A Confirm window displays asking the administrator to OK the deletion. Click Yes to delete the item.

Model Explorer
Delete
Confirm
OK
Yes


Copying an existing rung ladder gate template provides a quick and efficient method of creating new templates and editing the properties in the SLH Administration Tasks window.
To create a new Rung Ladder Gate Template element from an existing element make sure the correct Rung Ladder Gate Template element is selected in the Model Explorer.
To copy an existing Rung Ladder Gate Template element, right-click and select Copy from the drop-down list.
To paste a copy of the Rung Ladder Gate Template element, right-click and select Paste from the drop-down list.
To rename the pasted Rung Ladder Gate Template element, right-click and select Rename from the drop-down list to display the Name window. Refer to Common Functionality User Guide for further information.
The copied element displays in the SLH Administration Tasks window.

SLH Administration Tasks
Copy
Paste
Rename
Name
Common Functionality User Guide
SLH Administration Tasks


The Supports application is supplied as part of AVEVA E3D Design. The application is a powerful suite of facilities designed by engineers, for creating, analyzing and documenting logically interconnected support structures.
The Supports application allows you to create supports for piping, cable trays and HVAC. It is highly interactive, enabling you to design supports with the minimum of effort. The Supports application is also highly configurable, allowing the administrator to define project-related defaults, to control the design of supports, and to determine the range and types of ancillary components that can be used on a project.
The standard supports in the application are designed using structural sections and are template driven. A default set of structural templates based on British Standard steelwork sections is supplied with the Supports application. Any relevant national standard for steelwork sections can be used by configuring the supplied templates. Refer to Project Setup for further information.
If the templates supplied do not suit project or company requirements, the administrator may configure them. Alternatively, contact AVEVA Solutions to investigate the requirement.
Ancillaries are elements, such as u-bolts, bolt-on shoes, anchors, or slip-units, which are attached to pipes. Ancillaries associated with the templates are those suitable for, or available with the standard.
Ancillaries for cable trays and HVAC, sometimes referred to as fixings, are deemed to be the responsibility of the relevant contractor and are not dealt with in this application.

Project Setup
AVEVA E3D Design
Project Setup


The Supports application is supplied with a catalogue and specifications. The range of bores and components in the catalogue are fixed.
The /MDS-Ancillaries specification contains all ancillary types, and the /MDF-Structures specification contains the SREF attachments for standard frameworks.
The /MDP specification contains the preliminary support type available within the supports application.
The /RPAD-MDS-PLATE-MATERIAL specification contains the material used for reinforcing pad type supports.
Note:
The catalogue and associated specifications must NOT be modified.

/MDS-Ancillaries
/MDF-Structures
/MDP
/RPAD-MDS-PLATE-MATERIAL
Note
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Depending on the selections made from the Supports tab, you are presented with further windows prompting for input and options allowing for the workflow to continue.
You are not able to make any selections from the Supports tab if the correct database hierarchy has not been configured beforehand. For example certain support elements must reside below other elements in the database hierarchy.

Supports
Supports


The Supports application allows you to build up and detail supports by selecting components from the MDS database.
Using standard default settings, a conceptual layout can be created and analyzed rapidly, leaving the design details to a later post-approved stage.


All database elements are owned by other elements, therefore elements must be created in a strict order.
The following database elements are common to all Model disciplines:
for further information on the generic hierarchical structure and the design database, refer to How Data is Stored.
World
Site
Zone
World
World
Site
Site
Zone
Zone

How Data is Stored
Model
How Data is Stored


A support can be associated with a pipe, HVAC or cable tray element. By default, when a pipe, HVAC or cable tray element is added to the 3D view, all associated supports are also added to the display.

Below the Zone level in the Supports application, the support specific elements are:

Support (SUPPO)
Support (SUPPO) elements are administrative and can own Supcomp (SUPC), Structure (STRU), Trunnion (TRUNNI) and Hanger (HANG) elements.
Supcomp (SUPC)
Supcomp (SUPC) elements own Ancillary (ANCI) elements. For example, anchors or pipe shoes.
Ancillary (ANCI)
Ancillary (ANCI) elements are owned by SUPC elements. These elements dictate the ancillary components used for the support. For example, shoe, guide or stop elements.
Structure (STRU)
Structure (STRU) elements are owned by SUPPO elements and can own a number of Framework (FRMW) and Template (TMPL) elements.
Framework (FRMW)
Framework (FRMW) elements own Section (GENSEC) elements.
Section (GENSEC)
Section (GENSEC) elements are owned by FRMW elements. These elements dictate the shape and geometry of the support framework.
Template (TMPL)
Template (TMPL) elements contain the support template elements.

Trunnion (TRUNNI)
Trunnion (TRUNNI) elements are owned by SUPPO elements and can own a number of Trunnion Ancillary (TRANCI), Trunnion Reducer (TRREDU), Weld (WELD) and Plate (PLAT) elements. The TRUNNI element stores the head and tail position of the trunnion branch.
Trunnion Ancillary (TRANCI)
Trunnion Ancillary (TRANCI) elements own Specification Reference (SSREFE) elements. TRANCI elements dictate the trunnion ancillary elements that connect the trunnion to the pipe. For example, pipe rest or clamp elements.
Specification Reference (SSREFE)
Specification Reference (SSREFE) elements store the specification reference of the trunnion and the design parameters. For example, the height of the ancillary. The element is normally a hidden element and can only be queried from the command line.
Trunnion Reducer (TRREDU)
Trunnion Reducer (TRREDU) elements are owned by TRUNNI elements. These elements allow the trunnion to be set to a different bore than the branch being supported.
Weld (WELD)
Weld (WELD) elements are owned by TRUNNI elements. These elements store information about the welds that are associated with the trunnion.
Plate (PLAT)
Plate (PLAT) elements are owned by TRUNNI elements. These elements dictate the shape and geometry of the plates that are associated with the trunnion.
Hanger (HANG)
Hanger (HANG) elements are owned by SUPPO elements, a HANG element is created for each hanger assembly. For example, a variable spring or hanger rod. HANG elements can own a number of Variable Spring (VSPR), Hanger Rod (HROD), Hanger Nut (HNUT), Turnbuckle (TRNB), Rod Connection Plate (RCPL) and Hanger Ancillary (HANCI) and elements.

Variable Spring (VSPR)
Variable Spring (VSPR) elements are owned by HANG elements. These elements dictate the shape and geometry of the variable spring.
Hanger Rod (HROD)
Hanger (HANG) elements are owned by SUPPO elements, a HANG element is created for each hanger assembly. For example, a variable spring or hanger rod. HANG elements can own a number of Variable Spring (VSPR), Hanger Rod (HROD), Hanger Nut (HNUT), Turnbuckle (TRNB), Rod Connection Plate (RCPL) and Hanger Ancillary (HANCI) and elements.
Hanger Nut (HNUT)
Hanger Nut (HNUT) elements are owned by HANG elements. These elements dictate the shape and geometry of the hanger nut.
Turnbuckle (TRNB)
Turnbuckle (TRNB) elements are owned by HANG elements. These elements dictate the shape and geometry of the turnbuckle.
Rod Connection Plate (RCPL)
Rod Connection Plate (RCPL) elements are owned by HANG elements. These elements dictate the shape and geometry of the rod connection plate when the hanger is supported between two beams.
Hanger Ancillary (HANCI)
Hanger Ancillary (HANCI) elements are owned by HANG elements. These elements define the connectivity between the hanger end and the supporting structural element.

Support (SUPPO)
Supcomp (SUPC)
Ancillary (ANCI)
Structure (STRU)
Framework (FRMW)
Section (GENSEC)
Template (TMPL)
Trunnion (TRUNNI)
Trunnion Ancillary (TRANCI)
Specification Reference (SSREFE)
Trunnion Reducer (TRREDU)
Weld (WELD)
Plate (PLAT)
Hanger (HANG)
Variable Spring (VSPR)
Hanger Rod (HROD)
Hanger Nut (HNUT)
Turnbuckle (TRNB)
Rod Connection Plate (RCPL)
Hanger Ancillary (HANCI)


Support Storage Area and Default Templates

When entered, the Supports application searches for the existence of Support Application Data World (APPLDW) elements for framework templates, special templates and hanger templates. If they do not exist, entry to the application is stopped, an error message is displayed, and you can re-enter the General application. If this occurs, refer to the administrator.
The administrator controls the selection of which zones are displayed. Refer to Default Creation Zone and Templates for further information.
You can define the default zone for the storage of supports upon creation by selecting a zone from the Storage Area drop-down list.

Additional functionality is available to define the default zone for support creation. You can also define the default templates for framework supports, special supports and hangers. Refer to Application Defaults for further information.

Default Creation Zone and Templates
Application Defaults
Default Creation Zone and Templates
Storage Area
Application Defaults


Functionality is available to use multiple MDU catalogues in a session to read data from when creating a support.
The administrator controls the selection of which catalogues are displayed. Refer to Multiple Support Catalogs for further information.
You can define the current MDU catalogue by selecting a catalogue from the MDU drop-down list.

Multiple Support Catalogs
Multiple Support Catalogs
MDU


The teams owning the database mechanisms handle the method of controlling data access. In addition, the following access control features allow you to specify in additional detail what operations a user can carry out on elements in the database. This is known as Data Access Control (DAC).
With DAC switched on, all general users are prevented from carrying out any operation on any part of the database unless they have specifically been given the necessary access rights. DAC uses the following administration database elements:
When you select a pipe to create a support, the application first checks if it can claim the branch. If it cannot claim the branch, an error message displays. A check is made at branch level because another user can modify the branch while it is being supported. This can compromise the integrity of the model because the user may move the branch leg that is being supported.
If the user can claim the element, a further check is made to see if sufficient access rights are available to create supports.
If the status of the pipe is set to locked or issued, an error message displays summarizing the problem upon creation or modification of a support.

Role defines the type of operations a user can carry out. For example, creating, modifying and deleting elements. Roles are defined as a collection of permissible operations (Perops).
Scope defines the part of the database in which a user can work.
Access Control Rights (ACRs) are a combination of a role and a scope. Users can, and usually will, have several ACRs, allowing them to carry out specified operations on specified parts of the database.
Role defines the type of operations a user can carry out. For example, creating, modifying and deleting elements. Roles are defined as a collection of permissible operations (Perops).
Role defines the type of operations a user can carry out. For example, creating, modifying and deleting elements. Roles are defined as a collection of permissible operations (Perops).
Scope defines the part of the database in which a user can work.
Scope defines the part of the database in which a user can work.
Access Control Rights (ACRs) are a combination of a role and a scope. Users can, and usually will, have several ACRs, allowing them to carry out specified operations on specified parts of the database.
Access Control Rights (ACRs) are a combination of a role and a scope. Users can, and usually will, have several ACRs, allowing them to carry out specified operations on specified parts of the database.
Note:
To use DAC it must be switched on for the project, otherwise only the teams owning database controls will apply.

Note
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Role
Scope
Access Control Rights (ACRs)


Modifies the currently selected support.
All of the tasks that are associated with the creation or modification of supports and ancillaries are initiated from a central Support Editor window which acts as a task hub.
Depending on the selections made in the Support Editor window, you are presented with further windows prompting for input. After inputting information in these windows you are returned to the Support Editor window, allowing the workflow to continue.
You can define the following Support types:
By default, the display of the Support Editor window is configured for the settings of the currently selected support type.

The Support Editor window allows you to create, position and refine the detailing for the support and the associated ancillaries. Only the options available for the selected support type are active.
The support name displays at the top of the Support Editor window. By default, the Supports application populates the Name field. Refer to Auto Name Defaults for further information. You can input a value in the field to modify the support name.
If an invalid support name is input, an error message displays summarizing the problem and the support name reverts to the previous valid name.

The following naming conventions cannot be used:
Click Apply to create the support and close the Support Editor window.
Click Cancel to discard any inputs and close the Support Editor window. A confirm window displays asking you to OK the deletion. Click Yes to delete the item.
By default, the supports application carries out a health check on the created support upon completion. Refer to Health Check for further information.
Preliminary Supports
Framework Supports
Ancillaries
Trunnions
Hangers
Special Supports
Preliminary Supports
Preliminary Supports
Framework Supports
Framework Supports
Ancillaries
Ancillaries
Trunnions
Trunnions
Hangers
Hangers
Special Supports
Special Supports
Existing support name
Existing support name followed by.1
Support name beginning with = or *
Existing support name
Existing support name
Existing support name followed by.1
Existing support name followed by.1
Support name beginning with = or *
Support name beginning with = or *
Note:
If Cancel was applied on an existing support, A confirm window displays informing you that the support will be to returned to the original state prior to modification. Click Yes to discard any modifications.

Auto Name Defaults
Health Check
Support Editor
Support Editor
Support Editor
Support Editor
Support Editor
Support Editor
Name
Auto Name Defaults
Apply
Support Editor
Cancel
Support Editor
Yes
Note
:
Cancel
Yes
Health Check


Sets specific framework options, dependent on the combination of supports and ancillaries used to create the support.
For example, the options part of the Support Editor window allows you to define the build type and size of the packing piece associated with an XFT22 Support.

The framework options are only available for specific scenarios. If the required scenario is not satisfied, an error is displayed. For example, an XFT03 support can be aligned to the top or bottom of a structural beam.

To enable the functionality, the following build scenario must be satisfied:
The table displays the available framework options on the Support Editor window.
Support
Drop-down list
Description
XFT03, XFT04
Build
You can specify the alignment of the framework support to a structural element.
Select Top from the drop-down list to align the ancillary to the top of a structural element.
Select Bottom from the drop-down list to align the ancillary to the bottom of a structural element.
You are prompted to Identify Structural Element to slide to
XFT13
Build
You can specify the position of the build point of the framework support.
Select On Column CL from the drop-down list to position the framework support build point at the centre point of a steel column.
Select After Column from the drop-down list to position the framework support build point behind a steel column.
Select Before Column from the drop-down list to position the framework support build point in front of a steel column.
XCT06, XDT03, XFT14
Build
You can specify the position of the build point of the framework support.
Select On Column CL from the drop-down list to position the framework support build point at the centre point of a steel column.
Select After Column from the drop-down list to position the framework support build point behind a steel column.
Select Before Column from the drop-down list to position the framework support build point in front of a steel column.
Select Web of Beam from the drop-down list to position the framework support build point within the web of a beam.
Select Below Beam from the drop-down list to position the framework support below a horizontal beam.
Select Face to Vert B/Plt from the drop-down list to position the face of the framework support to a Ppoint on a vertical baseplate.
Select End to Vert B/Plt from the drop-down list to position the end of the framework support to a Ppoint on a vertical baseplate.
Select Face to Hori B/Plt from the drop-down list to position the face of the framework support to a Ppoint on a horizontal baseplate.
Select Wall from the drop-down list to position the framework support build point to a wall.
XFT15
Build
You can specify the position of the build point of the framework support.
Select Web to Web from the drop-down list to position the framework support build points within the web of two beams.
Select Web to Below from the drop-down list to position the framework support build points using the web of a beam and the bottom of a flange connection beam.
Select Below Common from the drop-down list to position the crossbar of the framework support underneath the lowest of two beams positioned at different heights.
Select Below Uncommon from the drop-down list to position the crossbar of the framework support underneath two beams positioned at the same height.
XFT17, XFT40
Slide to Beam
You can specify the connection point of the framework support to an ancillary.
Select Centreline from the drop-down list to connect the ancillary to the centre point of the framework support.
Select Front Backmark from the drop-down list to connect the ancillary to the front of the framework support.
Select Rear Backmark from the drop-down list to connect the ancillary to the back of the framework support.
XFT18, XFT19
Slide to Beam
You can specify the connection point of the framework support to an ancillary.
Select Top from the drop-down list to connect the ancillary to the top of the framework support.
Select Bottom from the drop-down list to connect the ancillary to the bottom of the framework support.
XFT21
Position
You can specify the connection point of the framework support to two ancillaries.
Select Square (Change Datum Dir.) from the drop down list, the Supports application allows you to manually align the support if the two pipes are not positioned at the same level.
The Datum attachment direction window displays by default. Refer to Datum Attachment Direction for further information.
Select Square (Change Datum Dir.) from the drop down list, the Supports application positions the framework support at an angle to connect to both ancillaries.
XFT22
Type
Select a bedplate type for the framework support from the drop down list.
XFT22
Size
Select a bedplate size for the framework support from the drop down list.
XFT23, XFT41
Cap Size
Select a cap size from the drop-down list to define the dimensions of the steelwork cap.
XFT24
Dimensions
Select a predefined dimension for the framework support from the drop down list.
XFT25
Type
Select a packing piece type from the drop down list.
XFT25
Size
Select a packing piece size from the drop down list.
XFT28
Grating bolts
You can specify the inclusion of grating bolts for the framework support.
Select Not-Apply Grating Bolt from the drop down list to exclude grating bolts from the framework support.
Select Apply Grating Bolt from the drop down list to include grating bolts in the framework support assembly.
XFT33
Build
You can specify the position of the build point of the framework support.
Select On Column CL from the drop-down list to position the framework support build point at the centre point of a steel column.
Select After Column from the drop-down list to position the framework support build point behind a steel column.
Select Before Column from the drop-down list to position the framework support build point in front of a steel column.
Select To Web of Beam from the drop-down list to position the framework support build point within the web of a beam.
Select Below Beam from the drop-down list to position the framework support below a horizontal beam.
Select Face to Vert B/Plt from the drop-down list to position the face of the framework support to a Ppoint on a vertical baseplate.
Select End to Vert B/Plt from the drop-down list to position the end of the framework support to a Ppoint on a vertical baseplate.
Select Face to Hori B/Plt from the drop-down list to position the face of the framework support to a Ppoint on a horizontal baseplate.
XFT34A, XFT34B
Build
You can specify the position of the build point of the framework support.
Select On Column CL from the drop-down list to position the framework support build point at the centre point of a steel column.
Select To Web of Beam from the drop-down list to position the framework support build point within the web of a beam.
Select End to Vert B/Plt from the drop-down list to position the end of the framework support to a Ppoint on a vertical baseplate.
Select Wall from the drop-down list to position the framework support build point to a wall.
XFT34C
Build
You can specify the position of the build point of the framework support.
Select Below Beam from the drop-down list to position the framework support below a horizontal beam.
Select End to Hori B/Plt from the drop-down list to position the end of the framework support to a Ppoint on a horizontal baseplate.
XGT05
Size
Select a framework section size from the drop down list.
XVT07, XVT08, XVT09
Build
You can specify the position of the build point of the framework support.
Select Under Lug from the drop-down list to position the framework support build points under a lug.
Select Under Dummy Legs from the drop-down list to position the framework support build points under dummy legs.
Support
Drop-down list
Description
XFT03, XFT04
Build
You can specify the alignment of the framework support to a structural element.
Select Top from the drop-down list to align the ancillary to the top of a structural element.
Select Bottom from the drop-down list to align the ancillary to the bottom of a structural element.
You are prompted to Identify Structural Element to slide to
XFT13
Build
You can specify the position of the build point of the framework support.
Select On Column CL from the drop-down list to position the framework support build point at the centre point of a steel column.
Select After Column from the drop-down list to position the framework support build point behind a steel column.
Select Before Column from the drop-down list to position the framework support build point in front of a steel column.
XCT06, XDT03, XFT14
Build
You can specify the position of the build point of the framework support.
Select On Column CL from the drop-down list to position the framework support build point at the centre point of a steel column.
Select After Column from the drop-down list to position the framework support build point behind a steel column.
Select Before Column from the drop-down list to position the framework support build point in front of a steel column.
Select Web of Beam from the drop-down list to position the framework support build point within the web of a beam.
Select Below Beam from the drop-down list to position the framework support below a horizontal beam.
Select Face to Vert B/Plt from the drop-down list to position the face of the framework support to a Ppoint on a vertical baseplate.
Select End to Vert B/Plt from the drop-down list to position the end of the framework support to a Ppoint on a vertical baseplate.
Select Face to Hori B/Plt from the drop-down list to position the face of the framework support to a Ppoint on a horizontal baseplate.
Select Wall from the drop-down list to position the framework support build point to a wall.
XFT15
Build
You can specify the position of the build point of the framework support.
Select Web to Web from the drop-down list to position the framework support build points within the web of two beams.
Select Web to Below from the drop-down list to position the framework support build points using the web of a beam and the bottom of a flange connection beam.
Select Below Common from the drop-down list to position the crossbar of the framework support underneath the lowest of two beams positioned at different heights.
Select Below Uncommon from the drop-down list to position the crossbar of the framework support underneath two beams positioned at the same height.
XFT17, XFT40
Slide to Beam
You can specify the connection point of the framework support to an ancillary.
Select Centreline from the drop-down list to connect the ancillary to the centre point of the framework support.
Select Front Backmark from the drop-down list to connect the ancillary to the front of the framework support.
Select Rear Backmark from the drop-down list to connect the ancillary to the back of the framework support.
XFT18, XFT19
Slide to Beam
You can specify the connection point of the framework support to an ancillary.
Select Top from the drop-down list to connect the ancillary to the top of the framework support.
Select Bottom from the drop-down list to connect the ancillary to the bottom of the framework support.
XFT21
Position
You can specify the connection point of the framework support to two ancillaries.
Select Square (Change Datum Dir.) from the drop down list, the Supports application allows you to manually align the support if the two pipes are not positioned at the same level.
The Datum attachment direction window displays by default. Refer to Datum Attachment Direction for further information.
Select Square (Change Datum Dir.) from the drop down list, the Supports application positions the framework support at an angle to connect to both ancillaries.
XFT22
Type
Select a bedplate type for the framework support from the drop down list.
XFT22
Size
Select a bedplate size for the framework support from the drop down list.
XFT23, XFT41
Cap Size
Select a cap size from the drop-down list to define the dimensions of the steelwork cap.
XFT24
Dimensions
Select a predefined dimension for the framework support from the drop down list.
XFT25
Type
Select a packing piece type from the drop down list.
XFT25
Size
Select a packing piece size from the drop down list.
XFT28
Grating bolts
You can specify the inclusion of grating bolts for the framework support.
Select Not-Apply Grating Bolt from the drop down list to exclude grating bolts from the framework support.
Select Apply Grating Bolt from the drop down list to include grating bolts in the framework support assembly.
XFT33
Build
You can specify the position of the build point of the framework support.
Select On Column CL from the drop-down list to position the framework support build point at the centre point of a steel column.
Select After Column from the drop-down list to position the framework support build point behind a steel column.
Select Before Column from the drop-down list to position the framework support build point in front of a steel column.
Select To Web of Beam from the drop-down list to position the framework support build point within the web of a beam.
Select Below Beam from the drop-down list to position the framework support below a horizontal beam.
Select Face to Vert B/Plt from the drop-down list to position the face of the framework support to a Ppoint on a vertical baseplate.
Select End to Vert B/Plt from the drop-down list to position the end of the framework support to a Ppoint on a vertical baseplate.
Select Face to Hori B/Plt from the drop-down list to position the face of the framework support to a Ppoint on a horizontal baseplate.
XFT34A, XFT34B
Build
You can specify the position of the build point of the framework support.
Select On Column CL from the drop-down list to position the framework support build point at the centre point of a steel column.
Select To Web of Beam from the drop-down list to position the framework support build point within the web of a beam.
Select End to Vert B/Plt from the drop-down list to position the end of the framework support to a Ppoint on a vertical baseplate.
Select Wall from the drop-down list to position the framework support build point to a wall.
XFT34C
Build
You can specify the position of the build point of the framework support.
Select Below Beam from the drop-down list to position the framework support below a horizontal beam.
Select End to Hori B/Plt from the drop-down list to position the end of the framework support to a Ppoint on a horizontal baseplate.
XGT05
Size
Select a framework section size from the drop down list.
XVT07, XVT08, XVT09
Build
You can specify the position of the build point of the framework support.
Select Under Lug from the drop-down list to position the framework support build points under a lug.
Select Under Dummy Legs from the drop-down list to position the framework support build points under dummy legs.

Support
Drop-down list
Description
XFT03, XFT04
Build
You can specify the alignment of the framework support to a structural element.
Select Top from the drop-down list to align the ancillary to the top of a structural element.
Select Bottom from the drop-down list to align the ancillary to the bottom of a structural element.
You are prompted to Identify Structural Element to slide to
XFT13
Build
You can specify the position of the build point of the framework support.
Select On Column CL from the drop-down list to position the framework support build point at the centre point of a steel column.
Select After Column from the drop-down list to position the framework support build point behind a steel column.
Select Before Column from the drop-down list to position the framework support build point in front of a steel column.
XCT06, XDT03, XFT14
Build
You can specify the position of the build point of the framework support.
Select On Column CL from the drop-down list to position the framework support build point at the centre point of a steel column.
Select After Column from the drop-down list to position the framework support build point behind a steel column.
Select Before Column from the drop-down list to position the framework support build point in front of a steel column.
Select Web of Beam from the drop-down list to position the framework support build point within the web of a beam.
Select Below Beam from the drop-down list to position the framework support below a horizontal beam.
Select Face to Vert B/Plt from the drop-down list to position the face of the framework support to a Ppoint on a vertical baseplate.
Select End to Vert B/Plt from the drop-down list to position the end of the framework support to a Ppoint on a vertical baseplate.
Select Face to Hori B/Plt from the drop-down list to position the face of the framework support to a Ppoint on a horizontal baseplate.
Select Wall from the drop-down list to position the framework support build point to a wall.
XFT15
Build
You can specify the position of the build point of the framework support.
Select Web to Web from the drop-down list to position the framework support build points within the web of two beams.
Select Web to Below from the drop-down list to position the framework support build points using the web of a beam and the bottom of a flange connection beam.
Select Below Common from the drop-down list to position the crossbar of the framework support underneath the lowest of two beams positioned at different heights.
Select Below Uncommon from the drop-down list to position the crossbar of the framework support underneath two beams positioned at the same height.
XFT17, XFT40
Slide to Beam
You can specify the connection point of the framework support to an ancillary.
Select Centreline from the drop-down list to connect the ancillary to the centre point of the framework support.
Select Front Backmark from the drop-down list to connect the ancillary to the front of the framework support.
Select Rear Backmark from the drop-down list to connect the ancillary to the back of the framework support.
XFT18, XFT19
Slide to Beam
You can specify the connection point of the framework support to an ancillary.
Select Top from the drop-down list to connect the ancillary to the top of the framework support.
Select Bottom from the drop-down list to connect the ancillary to the bottom of the framework support.
XFT21
Position
You can specify the connection point of the framework support to two ancillaries.
Select Square (Change Datum Dir.) from the drop down list, the Supports application allows you to manually align the support if the two pipes are not positioned at the same level.
The Datum attachment direction window displays by default. Refer to Datum Attachment Direction for further information.
Select Square (Change Datum Dir.) from the drop down list, the Supports application positions the framework support at an angle to connect to both ancillaries.
XFT22
Type
Select a bedplate type for the framework support from the drop down list.
XFT22
Size
Select a bedplate size for the framework support from the drop down list.
XFT23, XFT41
Cap Size
Select a cap size from the drop-down list to define the dimensions of the steelwork cap.
XFT24
Dimensions
Select a predefined dimension for the framework support from the drop down list.
XFT25
Type
Select a packing piece type from the drop down list.
XFT25
Size
Select a packing piece size from the drop down list.
XFT28
Grating bolts
You can specify the inclusion of grating bolts for the framework support.
Select Not-Apply Grating Bolt from the drop down list to exclude grating bolts from the framework support.
Select Apply Grating Bolt from the drop down list to include grating bolts in the framework support assembly.
XFT33
Build
You can specify the position of the build point of the framework support.
Select On Column CL from the drop-down list to position the framework support build point at the centre point of a steel column.
Select After Column from the drop-down list to position the framework support build point behind a steel column.
Select Before Column from the drop-down list to position the framework support build point in front of a steel column.
Select To Web of Beam from the drop-down list to position the framework support build point within the web of a beam.
Select Below Beam from the drop-down list to position the framework support below a horizontal beam.
Select Face to Vert B/Plt from the drop-down list to position the face of the framework support to a Ppoint on a vertical baseplate.
Select End to Vert B/Plt from the drop-down list to position the end of the framework support to a Ppoint on a vertical baseplate.
Select Face to Hori B/Plt from the drop-down list to position the face of the framework support to a Ppoint on a horizontal baseplate.
XFT34A, XFT34B
Build
You can specify the position of the build point of the framework support.
Select On Column CL from the drop-down list to position the framework support build point at the centre point of a steel column.
Select To Web of Beam from the drop-down list to position the framework support build point within the web of a beam.
Select End to Vert B/Plt from the drop-down list to position the end of the framework support to a Ppoint on a vertical baseplate.
Select Wall from the drop-down list to position the framework support build point to a wall.
XFT34C
Build
You can specify the position of the build point of the framework support.
Select Below Beam from the drop-down list to position the framework support below a horizontal beam.
Select End to Hori B/Plt from the drop-down list to position the end of the framework support to a Ppoint on a horizontal baseplate.
XGT05
Size
Select a framework section size from the drop down list.
XVT07, XVT08, XVT09
Build
You can specify the position of the build point of the framework support.
Select Under Lug from the drop-down list to position the framework support build points under a lug.
Select Under Dummy Legs from the drop-down list to position the framework support build points under dummy legs.
The support must be associated with a vertical pipe.
The support must be created using the correct datum attachment direction. Refer to Datum Attachment Direction for further information.
The support must be created using the To beam support configuration. Refer to Support Configurations for further information.
The support must be associated with a vertical pipe.
The support must be associated with a vertical pipe.
The support must be created using the correct datum attachment direction. Refer to Datum Attachment Direction for further information.
The support must be created using the correct datum attachment direction. Refer to Datum Attachment Direction for further information.
The support must be created using the To beam support configuration. Refer to Support Configurations for further information.
The support must be created using the To beam support configuration. Refer to Support Configurations for further information.

Datum Attachment Direction
Support Configurations
Datum Attachment Direction
Support Editor
Datum Attachment Direction
To beam
Support Configurations
Support Editor
Support
Drop-down list
Description
Identify Structural Element to slide to
Square (Change Datum Dir.)
Datum attachment direction
Datum Attachment Direction
Square (Change Datum Dir.)
Not-Apply Grating Bolt
Apply Grating Bolt
To Web of Beam
To Web of Beam


The 2D View part of the Support Editor window allows you to modify the size and position of the support. By default, a separate tab displays on the Support Editor window for each support or ancillary currently being created or modified.
Click a tab on the Support Editor window to display a 2D cross section view of the support or ancillary.
A separate tab displays for the following support types:
Preliminary Tab
Framework Tab
Ancillary Tab
Branch Reinforcement Tab
Trunnion Tab
Hanger Tab
Specials Tab
Lighting Tab
Witch Hanger Manufacturer’s Interface
LICAD Manufacturer’s Interface
Preliminary Tab
Preliminary Tab
Framework Tab
Framework Tab
Ancillary Tab
Ancillary Tab
Branch Reinforcement Tab
Branch Reinforcement Tab
Trunnion Tab
Trunnion Tab
Hanger Tab
Hanger Tab
Specials Tab
Specials Tab
Lighting Tab
Lighting Tab
Witch Hanger Manufacturer’s Interface
Witch Hanger Manufacturer’s Interface
LICAD Manufacturer’s Interface
LICAD Manufacturer’s Interface

Preliminary Tab
Framework Tab
Ancillary Tab
Branch Reinforcement Tab
Trunnion Tab
Hanger Tab
Specials Tab
Lighting Tab
Witch Hanger Manufacturer’s Interface
LICAD Manufacturer’s Interface
2D View
Support Editor
Support Editor
Support Editor
Preliminary Tab
Framework Tab
Ancillary Tab
Branch Reinforcement Tab
Trunnion Tab
Hanger Tab
Specials Tab
Lighting Tab
Witch Hanger Manufacturer’s Interface
LICAD Manufacturer’s Interface


The preliminary support tab allows you to size and position a preliminary support.

Select default tab
Click to display the default preliminary support 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 preliminary 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 preliminary support.
If a value is entered that is outside the allowable range, an error message displays summarizing the problem.
Distance/Clearance
Allows you to define the position of the preliminary support.
Click to display . By default, the field is populated with a clearance value. For example, the distance from the end of a preceding elbow on the pipe. Input a dimensional value in the field to modify the Clearance distance explicitly.
Click to display . By default, the field is populated with a distance value. For example, the distance from the centreline of a preceding elbow on the pipe. Input a dimensional value in the field to modify the Distance explicitly.
Distance from Support/Distance from pipe element
Allows you to define the position of the preliminary support.
Click to display . By default, the field is populated with a distance value of 200mm, measured from the preceding support along the pipe route. Input a dimensional value in the field to modify the Distance from Support explicitly.
If a there is not a preceding support along the pipe route, a Warning message displays summarizing the problem.
Click to display . By default, the field is populated with a distance value, measured from the preceding pipe element along the pipe route. For example, the distance from the centreline of a preceding tee on the pipe. Input a dimensional value in the field to modify the Distance from pipe element explicitly.

Select default tab
Click to display the default preliminary support 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 preliminary 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 preliminary support.
If a value is entered that is outside the allowable range, an error message displays summarizing the problem.

Distance/Clearance
Allows you to define the position of the preliminary support.
Click to display . By default, the field is populated with a clearance value. For example, the distance from the end of a preceding elbow on the pipe. Input a dimensional value in the field to modify the Clearance distance explicitly.
Click to display . By default, the field is populated with a distance value. For example, the distance from the centreline of a preceding elbow on the pipe. Input a dimensional value in the field to modify the Distance explicitly.

Distance from Support/Distance from pipe element
Allows you to define the position of the preliminary support.
Click to display . By default, the field is populated with a distance value of 200mm, measured from the preceding support along the pipe route. Input a dimensional value in the field to modify the Distance from Support explicitly.
If a there is not a preceding support along the pipe route, a Warning message displays summarizing the problem.

Click to display . By default, the field is populated with a distance value, measured from the preceding pipe element along the pipe route. For example, the distance from the centreline of a preceding tee on the pipe. Input a dimensional value in the field to modify the Distance from pipe element explicitly.

Select default tab
Click to display the default preliminary support 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 preliminary 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 preliminary support.
If a value is entered that is outside the allowable range, an error message displays summarizing the problem.
Distance/Clearance
Allows you to define the position of the preliminary support.
Click to display . By default, the field is populated with a clearance value. For example, the distance from the end of a preceding elbow on the pipe. Input a dimensional value in the field to modify the Clearance distance explicitly.
Click to display . By default, the field is populated with a distance value. For example, the distance from the centreline of a preceding elbow on the pipe. Input a dimensional value in the field to modify the Distance explicitly.
Distance from Support/Distance from pipe element
Allows you to define the position of the preliminary support.
Click to display . By default, the field is populated with a distance value of 200mm, measured from the preceding support along the pipe route. Input a dimensional value in the field to modify the Distance from Support explicitly.
If a there is not a preceding support along the pipe route, a Warning message displays summarizing the problem.
Click to display . By default, the field is populated with a distance value, measured from the preceding pipe element along the pipe route. For example, the distance from the centreline of a preceding tee on the pipe. Input a dimensional value in the field to modify the Distance from pipe element explicitly.

3D View Tab
Select default tab
Select ancillary tab by canvas pick
Identify ancillary in current support
2D/3D View
3D View Tab
Dimensions
Dimensions
Distance/Clearance
Clearance
Distance
Distance from Support/Distance from pipe element
Distance from Support
Distance from pipe element