Structure

Reference Data Guide

Version 2016 (11.0)

November 2016
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Contents
Preface .......................................................................................................................................................... 7

What's New in Structure Reference Data .................................................................................................. 7

Structural Reference Data Overview ......................................................................................................... 8

Member Reference Data............................................................................................................................ 13

Define a New Member Type ................................................................................................................. 16
Define a New Material Type.................................................................................................................. 16
StructAssemblyConnections Workbook ................................................................................................ 16
Base Plate Assembly Connections ................................................................................................ 18
Corner Gusset Assembly Connections .......................................................................................... 19
Fitted Assembly Connections ......................................................................................................... 21
General Surface Assembly Connections ........................................................................................ 22
Gusset Plate Assembly Connections ............................................................................................. 23
Mitre Assembly Connections .......................................................................................................... 24
Splice Assembly Connections ........................................................................................................ 26
Generic Rect Plate Part .................................................................................................................. 28
Gusset Plate Part Type 1 ............................................................................................................... 28
Gusset Plate Part Type 2 ............................................................................................................... 29
Pad Plate Rectangular.................................................................................................................... 29
Cope Feature .................................................................................................................................. 30
Planar Cutback Feature.................................................................................................................. 31
Surface Trim ................................................................................................................................... 32
Web Corner Cope........................................................................................................................... 33
StructFrameConnections Workbook ..................................................................................................... 34
Align Frame Connections ............................................................................................................... 35
Axis Colinear Frame Connections .................................................................................................. 36
Axis Frame Connections ................................................................................................................ 37
Centerline Frame Connections ....................................................................................................... 37
Chevron Frame Connections ......................................................................................................... 38
Flush Frame Connections .............................................................................................................. 39
Gap Frame Connections ................................................................................................................ 39
Seated Frame Connections ............................................................................................................ 42
Surface Frame Connections ........................................................................................................... 42
Tangent Frame Connections .......................................................................................................... 43
Vertical Corner Brace Frame Connections..................................................................................... 45
StructSplitConnections Workbook ........................................................................................................ 45
Split Connections ............................................................................................................................ 46
Split By Surface .............................................................................................................................. 46
Split By Interference ....................................................................................................................... 46
Split By Point .................................................................................................................................. 46
StructInsulationSpec Workbook ............................................................................................................ 47
StructPlateDimensions Workbook ........................................................................................................ 47
StructMemberFireproofing Workbook ................................................................................................... 48

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StructCanRules Workbook .................................................................................................................... 50

In-Line Can Rule ............................................................................................................................. 50
Stub End Can Rule ......................................................................................................................... 56
End Can Rule ................................................................................................................................. 60
Member Cross Sections ........................................................................................................................ 64
Cross Section Symbol 2L ............................................................................................................... 65
Cross Section Symbol BUBoxFM ................................................................................................... 67
Cross Section Symbol BUC ........................................................................................................... 70
Cross Section Symbol BUCan ....................................................................................................... 73
Cross Section Symbol BUCone ..................................................................................................... 76
Cross Section Symbol BUEndCan ................................................................................................. 79
Cross Section Symbol BUFlat ........................................................................................................ 81
Cross Section Symbol BUI ............................................................................................................. 83
Cross Section Symbol BUIHaunch ................................................................................................. 85
Cross Section Symbol BUITaperWeb ............................................................................................ 88
Cross Section Symbol BUIUE ........................................................................................................ 91
Cross Section Symbol BUL ............................................................................................................ 94
Cross Section Symbol BUT ............................................................................................................ 97
Cross Section Symbol BUTube ...................................................................................................... 99
Cross Section Symbol C (MC) ..................................................................................................... 102
Cross Section Symbol CS ............................................................................................................ 104
Cross Section Symbol HP ............................................................................................................ 105
Cross Section Symbol HSSC (Pipe) ............................................................................................ 108
Cross Section Symbol HSSCs ..................................................................................................... 109
Cross Section Symbol HSSR ....................................................................................................... 112
Cross Section Symbol HSSRs ..................................................................................................... 114
Cross Section Symbol HW ........................................................................................................... 117
Cross Section Symbol HWWF ..................................................................................................... 119
Cross Section Symbol L ............................................................................................................... 121
Cross Section Symbol Rect .......................................................................................................... 124
Cross Section Symbol RectC ....................................................................................................... 126
Cross Section Symbol RectCWF ................................................................................................. 129
Cross Section Symbol RectWF .................................................................................................... 131
Cross Section Symbol RS ............................................................................................................ 133
Cross Section Symbol S ............................................................................................................... 135
Cross Section Symbol ST............................................................................................................. 137
Cross Section Symbol T (MT) ...................................................................................................... 140
Cross Section Symbol W (M) ....................................................................................................... 142
Cross Section Symbol Wedge ...................................................................................................... 145
Cross Section Symbol WedgeWF ................................................................................................ 147
Cross Section Symbol WT ........................................................................................................... 149

Slabs, Walls, and Openings Reference Data ........................................................................................ 152

StructSlabGeneral Workbook ............................................................................................................. 153
Slab General Type........................................................................................................................ 153
Slab Composition ......................................................................................................................... 155
Define a Slab ................................................................................................................................ 155
Define Slab Compositions ............................................................................................................ 156
StructSlabLayer Workbook ................................................................................................................. 157
Define Slab Layers ....................................................................................................................... 158

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StructOpeningsMetric Workbook ........................................................................................................ 159

Oval Opening ................................................................................................................................ 159
Rectangle Opening ....................................................................................................................... 160
Square Opening ........................................................................................................................... 161
Triangle Opening .......................................................................................................................... 162
StructSlabAssemblyConnections Workbook ...................................................................................... 163
Slab By Member Boundary Assembly Connection ...................................................................... 163
Slab Free Edge Assembly Connection......................................................................................... 164
StructWallGeneral Workbook .............................................................................................................. 164
Wall Composition .......................................................................................................................... 165
Wall General Type ........................................................................................................................ 166
Define a Wall ................................................................................................................................ 167
Define Wall Compositions ............................................................................................................ 168
StructWallLayer Workbook ................................................................................................................. 168
Define Wall Layers ....................................................................................................................... 169
StructWallAssemblyConnections Workbook ....................................................................................... 170

Traffic Reference Data ............................................................................................................................ 171

StructHandrails Workbook .................................................................................................................. 171
StructLadders Workbook .................................................................................................................... 179
StructStairs Workbook ........................................................................................................................ 193

Doors and Windows Reference Data ..................................................................................................... 200

SimpleDoor Workbook ........................................................................................................................ 200
Simple Door Assembly ................................................................................................................. 200
Simple Window Assembly ............................................................................................................ 202
Define a Simple Door ................................................................................................................... 205
Define a Simple Window .............................................................................................................. 205

Equipment Foundations and Footings Reference Data ...................................................................... 207

StructEquipFoundations Workbook .................................................................................................... 207
StructFootings Workbook .................................................................................................................... 209

Appendix: Import Tekla Structures to Smart 3D .................................................................................. 211

Export user-defined attributes from Tekla Structures ......................................................................... 211
Add user-defined attributes to the Smart 3D interfaces ...................................................................... 213
Create a new handrail type ................................................................................................................. 214
Bulkload StructHandrail.xls to catalog ................................................................................................ 214
Import file that contains user-defined-attributes .................................................................................. 215

Index ......................................................................................................................................................... 216

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Preface
This document is a reference data guide for the Intergraph SmartTM 3D Structure task. The
purpose of this document is to describe the reference data delivered with the software for this
task.
Reference data includes both catalog data and specification data. Catalog data includes the
parts that you place in the model, such as piping components and equipment. Specification data
includes the rules that govern how those parts are placed and connected.

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What's New in Structure Reference Data

The following changes have been made to the Structure reference data.
Version 2016 (11.0)
 Added the HSSCs and HSSRs cross sections. These cross sections have a graphical
representation for a seam. For more information, see Cross Section Symbol HSSCs (on
page 109) or Cross Section Symbol HSSRs (on page 114). (P2 CP:261643)
 Expanded the descriptions of the StructLadders and StructStairs workbooks. For more
information, see StructLadders Workbook (on page 179) and StructStairs Workbook (on
page 193). (P2 CP:286411)
 Improved the property descriptions for handrails. For more information, see StructHandrails
Workbook (on page 171). (P3 CP:278810)

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Structural Reference Data Overview

Before working with Structure reference data, you must be familiar with how the software
handles reference data in general. Read and understand the following important concepts and
procedures described in the Smart 3D Reference Data Guide:
 Custom attributes
 Codelists
 Naming rules
 Bulkloading
For example, before you can define stairs in your reference data, you must understand how stair
data relates to data on the custom interfaces sheet, and how that information relates to
parameters defined when the stair symbol is created.
The Structure task uses both two-dimensional and three-dimensional symbols. The 2-D
symbols are used for member cross-sections. For more information on creating 2-D symbols,
see the 2D Symbols User's Guide. The 3-D symbols are used to represent stairs, ladders,
handrails, footings, and equipment foundations in the model. For more information on creating
3-D symbols, see the Smart 3D Reference Data Guide.
The structural reference data is defined in several Microsoft Excel workbooks. The software
delivers these workbooks to [Product Folder]\CatalogData\Bulkload\Datafiles folder.

Member Reference Data

Reference data for members is defined in these Microsoft Excel workbooks. The software
delivers these workbooks to the [Product Folder]\CatalogData\Bulkload\Datafiles folder.
 The StructFrameConnections.xls workbook defines frame connections. Frame
connections describe the positioning relationship between member systems. For more
information, see StructFrameConnections Workbook (on page 34).
 The StructAssemblyConnections.xls workbook defines assembly connections. Member
assembly connections are similar to frame connections, but define the necessary trimming
between member parts and the generation of parts such as base plates, gusset plates, clip
angles, and column splices. The StructPlateDimensions.xls workbook contains the plates
information used in the assembly connections. For more information, see
StructAssemblyConnections Workbook (on page 16).
 The StructSplitConnections.xls workbook defines split connections. Split connections
describe the division of member systems into member parts. For more information about this
workbook, see StructSplitConnections Workbook (on page 45).
 The StructInsulationSpec.xls workbook defines fireproofing specifications for the Place
Fireproofing command. For more information about this workbook, see
StructInsulationSpec Workbook (on page 47).
 The StructMemberFireproofing.xls workbook defines fireproofing encasement rules for the
Place Fireproofing command. For more information about this workbook, see
StructMemberFireproofing Workbook (on page 48).

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 The AllCommon.xls workbook defines material grades and material grade properties. For
more information, see the Reference Data Guide.
 There are several cross-section workbooks that define the geometry and engineering
properties associated with member cross- sections. The current cross-section workbooks
are:
 StructCrossSections-AISC-LRFD-3.0.xls - Contains the American Institute of Steel
Construction - Manual of Steel Construction (LRFD) version 3.0 cross-sections. This
workbook is delivered with the software in the [Product
Folder]\CatalogData\Bulkload\AdditionalDataFiles folder, but is not bulk loaded. If you
want to use these sections, you will need to bulk load the workbook into your catalog
database.
 StructCrossSections-AISC-LRFD-3.1.xls - Contains American Institute of Steel
Construction version 3.1 cross-sections.
 StructCrossSections-AISC-METRIC.xls - Contains metric values from the American
Institute of Steel Construction (AISC) - Manual of Steel Construction (LRFD) dated
2008, version 3.1.
 StructCrossSections-AISC-SHAPES-3.1.xls - Contains American Institute of Steel
Construction - Manual of Steel Construction (LRFD) version 3.1 (2003). This workbook
is delivered with the software in the [Product
Folder]\CatalogData\Bulkload\AdditionalDataFiles folder, but is not bulk loaded. If you
want to use these sections, you will need to bulk load the workbook into your catalog
database.
 StructCrossSections-AUST-05.xls - Contains Australian Steel Table - 2005 -
OneSteel Electronic Catalog Version 2.0.7 cross-sections. This workbook is delivered
with the software in the [Product Folder]\CatalogData\Bulkload\AdditionalDataFiles
folder, but is not bulk loaded. If you want to use these sections, you will need to bulk
load the workbook into your catalog database.
 StructCrossSections-AUST.xls - Contains Australian Steel Table - 2003 - OneSteel
Electronic Catalog Version 1 cross-sections. This workbook is delivered with the
software in the [Product Folder]\CatalogData\Bulkload\AdditionalDataFiles folder, but is
not bulk loaded. If you want to use these sections, you will need to bulk load the
workbook into your catalog database.
 StructCrossSections-BS.xls - Contains the British Steel Table as described in BSI
BS5950-1:2000. Includes structural use of steelwork in building, code of practice for
design, and rolled and welded sections.
 StructCrossSections-Chile-2000.xls - Contains the Chilean Steel Table - 2000. This
workbook is delivered with the software in the [Product
Folder]\CatalogData\Bulkload\AdditionalDataFiles folder, but is not bulk loaded. If you
want to use these sections, you will need to bulk load the workbook into your catalog
database.
 StructCrossSections-China-2006.xls - Contains Chinese GB (Guojia Biaozhun) and
Standard Steel Tables from Standardization Administration of China. This workbook is
delivered with the software in the [Product
Folder]\CatalogData\Bulkload\AdditionalDataFiles folder, but is not bulk loaded. If you
want to use these sections, you will need to bulk load the workbook into your catalog
database.

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 StructCrossSections-CISC_7.2.xls - Contains Canadian Institute of Steel

Construction, Handbook of Steel Construction, Seventh Edition - Second Revised
Printing (July 2000). This workbook is delivered with the software in the [Product
Folder]\CatalogData\Bulkload\AdditionalDataFiles folder, but is not bulk loaded. If you
want to use these sections, you will need to bulk load the workbook into your catalog
database.
 StructCrossSections-CISC_8.1.xls - Contains Canadian Institute of Steel
Construction, Handbook of Steel Construction, Eighth Edition - First Printing. This
workbook is delivered with the software in the [Product
Folder]\CatalogData\Bulkload\AdditionalDataFiles folder, but is not bulk loaded. If you
want to use these sections, you will need to bulk load the workbook into your catalog
database.
 StructCrossSections-ConcreteShapes_english-1.0.xls - Contains American
Concrete Institute (ACI) concrete shapes in imperial units. This workbook is delivered
with the software in the [Product Folder]\CatalogData\Bulkload\AdditionalDataFiles
folder, but is not bulk loaded. If you want to use these sections, you will need to bulk
load the workbook into your catalog database.
 StructCrossSections-ConcreteShapes_metric-1.0.xls - Contains American Concrete
Institute (ACI) concrete shapes in metric units. This workbook is delivered with the
software in the [Product Folder]\CatalogData\Bulkload\AdditionalDataFiles folder, but is
not bulk loaded. If you want to use these sections, you will need to bulk load the
workbook into your catalog database.
 StructCrossSections-Euro.xls - Contains European cross-sections. This workbook is
delivered with the software in the [Product
Folder]\CatalogData\Bulkload\AdditionalDataFiles folder, but it is not bulk loaded. If you
want to use these sections, you will need to bulk load the workbook into your catalog
database.
 StructCrossSections-Euro-OTUA-2002.xls - Contains the OTUA Edition 2002 cross-
sections from Office Technique Pour l'Utilisation de l'Acier Caracteristiques
geometriques et statiques Code 15.001. This workbook is delivered with the software in
the [Product Folder]\CatalogData\Bulkload\AdditionalDataFiles folder, but is not bulk
loaded. If you want to use these sections, you will need to bulk load the workbook into
your catalog database.
 StructCrossSections-Japan-2005.xls - Contains Japanese cross-sections based on
JIS G 3194. This workbook is delivered with the software in the [Product
Folder]\CatalogData\Bulkload\AdditionalDataFiles folder, but is not bulk loaded. If you
want to use these sections, you will need to bulk load the workbook into your catalog
database.
 StructCrossSections-Japan.xls - Contains Japanese cross-sections. This workbook is
delivered with the software in the [Product
Folder]\CatalogData\Bulkload\AdditionalDataFiles folder, but is not bulk loaded. If you
want to use these sections, you will need to bulk load the workbook into your catalog
database.
 StructCrossSections-MISC-SHAPES-1.0.xls - Contains miscellaneous rectangular
solid and circular solid cross-sections.
 StructCrossSections-MISCSeam-SHAPES-1.0.xls - Contains miscellaneous hollow
rectangular and hollow circular cross-sections that have a seam indicator defined.

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 StructCrossSections-OffshorePipes.xls - Contains American Petroleum Institute

sections used in jacket legs. This workbook is delivered with the software in the [Product
Folder]\CatalogData\Bulkload\AdditionalDataFiles folder, but is not bulk loaded. If you
want to use these sections, you will need to bulk load the workbook into your catalog
database.
 StructCrossSections-Russia.xls - Contains Russian Steel Table; 2006, version 1.
This workbook is delivered with the software in the [Product
Folder]\CatalogData\Bulkload\AdditionalDataFiles folder, but is not bulk loaded. If you
want to use these sections, you will need to bulk load the workbook into your catalog
database.
 StructCrossSections-SAISC-2002.xls - Contains South African Institute of Steel
Construction (2002). This workbook is delivered with the software in the [Product
Folder]\CatalogData\Bulkload\AdditionalDataFiles folder, but is not bulk loaded. If you
want to use these sections, you will need to bulk load the workbook into your catalog
database.

Slabs, Walls, and Openings Reference Data

The reference data for slabs, walls, and openings is defined in the Microsoft Excel workbooks
listed below. The software delivers these workbooks to the [Product
Folder]\CatalogData\Bulkload\Datafiles folder.
 The StructOpeningsMetric.xls workbook defines standard opening shapes in the reference
data. For more information, see StructOpeningsMetric Workbook (on page 159).
 The StructSlabGeneral.xls workbook defines slabs in the reference data. For more
information, see StructSlabGeneral Workbook (on page 153).
 The StructSlabLayer.xls workbook defines layers for slabs. For more information, see
StructSlabLayer Workbook (on page 157).
 The StructSlabAssemblyConnections.xls workbook defines the assembly connections
that are place on slab edges. For more information, see StructSlabAssemblyConnections
Workbook (on page 163).
 The StructWallCrossSection.xls workbook defines wall cross-sections in the reference
data. For more information about the cross sections, see Member Cross Sections (on page
64).
 The StructWallGeneral.xls workbook defines walls in the reference data. For more
information, see StructWallGeneral Workbook (on page 164).
 The StructWallLayer.xls workbook defines layers for walls. For more information, see
StructWallLayer Workbook (on page 168).
 The StructWallOperators.xls workbook defines wall trimming macros.
 The StructWallAssemblyConnections.xls workbook defines all the wall assembly
connections that you can use. For more information, see StructWallAssemblyConnections
Workbook (on page 170).

Traffic Reference Data

Reference data for traffic objects is defined in several Microsoft Excel workbooks. The software
delivers these workbooks to [Product Folder]\CatalogData\Bulkload\Datafiles folder.

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 The StructHandrails.xls workbook defines handrail reference data. For more information,
see StructHandrails Workbook (on page 171).
 The StructLadders.xls workbook defines ladder reference data. For more information, see
StructLadders Workbook (on page 179).
 The StructStairs.xls workbook defines stair reference data. For more information, see
StructStairs Workbook (on page 193).
Handrails, ladders, and stairs parts do not support mirror copy.

Equipment Foundations and Footings Reference Data

Reference data for equipment foundations is defined in a Microsoft Excel workbook called
StructEquipFoundations.xls. The footing reference data is in a workbook called
StructFootings.xls. The software delivers these workbooks to the [Product
Folder]\CatalogData\Bulkload\Datafiles folder. For more information, see
StructEquipFoundations Workbook (on page 207) and StructFootings Workbook (on page 209).

Connections Reference Data

 The StructFrameConnections.xls workbook defines frame connections that you can place
when placing members. For more information about this workbook, see
StructFrameConnections Workbook (on page 34).
 The StructAssemblyConnections.xls workbook defines assembly connections that you
can place using the Place Assembly Connection Command. For more information about this
workbook, see StructAssemblyConnections Workbook (on page 16).
 The StructSlabAssemblyConnections.xls workbook defines the slab assembly
connections that are placed when placing slabs. For more information about this workbook,
see Slabs, Walls, and Openings Reference Data (on page 152).
 The StructPlateDimensions.xls workbook defines plate material and thicknesses available
for the Base Plate Assembly connections and equipment foundations. For more information
about this workbook, see StructPlateDimensions Workbook (on page 47).

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Member Reference Data

Reference data for members is defined in these Microsoft Excel workbooks. The software
delivers these workbooks to the [Product Folder]\CatalogData\Bulkload\Datafiles folder.
 The StructFrameConnections.xls workbook defines frame connections. Frame
connections describe the positioning relationship between member systems. For more
information, see StructFrameConnections Workbook (on page 34).
 The StructAssemblyConnections.xls workbook defines assembly connections. Member
assembly connections are similar to frame connections, but define the necessary trimming
between member parts and the generation of parts such as base plates, gusset plates, clip
angles, and column splices. The StructPlateDimensions.xls workbook contains the plates
information used in the assembly connections. For more information, see
StructAssemblyConnections Workbook (on page 16).
 The StructSplitConnections.xls workbook defines split connections. Split connections
describe the division of member systems into member parts. For more information about this
workbook, see StructSplitConnections Workbook (on page 45).
 The StructInsulationSpec.xls workbook defines fireproofing specifications for the Place
Fireproofing command. For more information about this workbook, see
StructInsulationSpec Workbook (on page 47).
 The StructMemberFireproofing.xls workbook defines fireproofing encasement rules for the
Place Fireproofing command. For more information about this workbook, see
StructMemberFireproofing Workbook (on page 48).
 The AllCommon.xls workbook defines material grades and material grade properties. For
more information, see the Reference Data Guide.
 There are several cross-section workbooks that define the geometry and engineering
properties associated with member cross- sections. The current cross-section workbooks
are:
 StructCrossSections-AISC-LRFD-3.0.xls - Contains the American Institute of Steel
Construction - Manual of Steel Construction (LRFD) version 3.0 cross-sections. This
workbook is delivered with the software in the [Product
Folder]\CatalogData\Bulkload\AdditionalDataFiles folder, but is not bulk loaded. If you
want to use these sections, you will need to bulk load the workbook into your catalog
database.
 StructCrossSections-AISC-LRFD-3.1.xls - Contains American Institute of Steel
Construction version 3.1 cross-sections.
 StructCrossSections-AISC-METRIC.xls - Contains metric values from the American
Institute of Steel Construction (AISC) - Manual of Steel Construction (LRFD) dated
2008, version 3.1.
 StructCrossSections-AISC-SHAPES-3.1.xls - Contains American Institute of Steel
Construction - Manual of Steel Construction (LRFD) version 3.1 (2003). This workbook
is delivered with the software in the [Product
Folder]\CatalogData\Bulkload\AdditionalDataFiles folder, but is not bulk loaded. If you

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want to use these sections, you will need to bulk load the workbook into your catalog
database.
 StructCrossSections-AUST-05.xls - Contains Australian Steel Table - 2005 -
OneSteel Electronic Catalog Version 2.0.7 cross-sections. This workbook is delivered
with the software in the [Product Folder]\CatalogData\Bulkload\AdditionalDataFiles
folder, but is not bulk loaded. If you want to use these sections, you will need to bulk
load the workbook into your catalog database.
 StructCrossSections-AUST.xls - Contains Australian Steel Table - 2003 - OneSteel
Electronic Catalog Version 1 cross-sections. This workbook is delivered with the
software in the [Product Folder]\CatalogData\Bulkload\AdditionalDataFiles folder, but is
not bulk loaded. If you want to use these sections, you will need to bulk load the
workbook into your catalog database.
 StructCrossSections-BS.xls - Contains the British Steel Table as described in BSI
BS5950-1:2000. Includes structural use of steelwork in building, code of practice for
design, and rolled and welded sections.
 StructCrossSections-Chile-2000.xls - Contains the Chilean Steel Table - 2000. This
workbook is delivered with the software in the [Product
Folder]\CatalogData\Bulkload\AdditionalDataFiles folder, but is not bulk loaded. If you
want to use these sections, you will need to bulk load the workbook into your catalog
database.
 StructCrossSections-China-2006.xls - Contains Chinese GB (Guojia Biaozhun) and
Standard Steel Tables from Standardization Administration of China. This workbook is
delivered with the software in the [Product
Folder]\CatalogData\Bulkload\AdditionalDataFiles folder, but is not bulk loaded. If you
want to use these sections, you will need to bulk load the workbook into your catalog
database.
 StructCrossSections-CISC_7.2.xls - Contains Canadian Institute of Steel
Construction, Handbook of Steel Construction, Seventh Edition - Second Revised
Printing (July 2000). This workbook is delivered with the software in the [Product
Folder]\CatalogData\Bulkload\AdditionalDataFiles folder, but is not bulk loaded. If you
want to use these sections, you will need to bulk load the workbook into your catalog
database.
 StructCrossSections-CISC_8.1.xls - Contains Canadian Institute of Steel
Construction, Handbook of Steel Construction, Eighth Edition - First Printing. This
workbook is delivered with the software in the [Product
Folder]\CatalogData\Bulkload\AdditionalDataFiles folder, but is not bulk loaded. If you
want to use these sections, you will need to bulk load the workbook into your catalog
database.
 StructCrossSections-ConcreteShapes_english-1.0.xls - Contains American
Concrete Institute (ACI) concrete shapes in imperial units. This workbook is delivered
with the software in the [Product Folder]\CatalogData\Bulkload\AdditionalDataFiles
folder, but is not bulk loaded. If you want to use these sections, you will need to bulk
load the workbook into your catalog database.
 StructCrossSections-ConcreteShapes_metric-1.0.xls - Contains American Concrete
Institute (ACI) concrete shapes in metric units. This workbook is delivered with the
software in the [Product Folder]\CatalogData\Bulkload\AdditionalDataFiles folder, but is
not bulk loaded. If you want to use these sections, you will need to bulk load the
workbook into your catalog database.

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 StructCrossSections-Euro.xls - Contains European cross-sections. This workbook is

delivered with the software in the [Product
Folder]\CatalogData\Bulkload\AdditionalDataFiles folder, but it is not bulk loaded. If you
want to use these sections, you will need to bulk load the workbook into your catalog
database.
 StructCrossSections-Euro-OTUA-2002.xls - Contains the OTUA Edition 2002 cross-
sections from Office Technique Pour l'Utilisation de l'Acier Caracteristiques
geometriques et statiques Code 15.001. This workbook is delivered with the software in
the [Product Folder]\CatalogData\Bulkload\AdditionalDataFiles folder, but is not bulk
loaded. If you want to use these sections, you will need to bulk load the workbook into
your catalog database.
 StructCrossSections-Japan-2005.xls - Contains Japanese cross-sections based on
JIS G 3194. This workbook is delivered with the software in the [Product
Folder]\CatalogData\Bulkload\AdditionalDataFiles folder, but is not bulk loaded. If you
want to use these sections, you will need to bulk load the workbook into your catalog
database.
 StructCrossSections-Japan.xls - Contains Japanese cross-sections. This workbook is
delivered with the software in the [Product
Folder]\CatalogData\Bulkload\AdditionalDataFiles folder, but is not bulk loaded. If you
want to use these sections, you will need to bulk load the workbook into your catalog
database.
 StructCrossSections-MISC-SHAPES-1.0.xls - Contains miscellaneous rectangular
solid and circular solid cross-sections.
 StructCrossSections-MISCSeam-SHAPES-1.0.xls - Contains miscellaneous hollow
rectangular and hollow circular cross-sections that have a seam indicator defined.
 StructCrossSections-OffshorePipes.xls - Contains American Petroleum Institute
sections used in jacket legs. This workbook is delivered with the software in the [Product
Folder]\CatalogData\Bulkload\AdditionalDataFiles folder, but is not bulk loaded. If you
want to use these sections, you will need to bulk load the workbook into your catalog
database.
 StructCrossSections-Russia.xls - Contains Russian Steel Table; 2006, version 1.
This workbook is delivered with the software in the [Product
Folder]\CatalogData\Bulkload\AdditionalDataFiles folder, but is not bulk loaded. If you
want to use these sections, you will need to bulk load the workbook into your catalog
database.
 StructCrossSections-SAISC-2002.xls - Contains South African Institute of Steel
Construction (2002). This workbook is delivered with the software in the [Product
Folder]\CatalogData\Bulkload\AdditionalDataFiles folder, but is not bulk loaded. If you
want to use these sections, you will need to bulk load the workbook into your catalog
database.

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Define a New Member Type

1. Open the AllCodeLists.xls workbook.
2. Select the Structural Member Type sheet.
3. Define the new member type name.
4. In column A of the member type you want to add, type the letter A to indicate to the
Bulkload utility that you are adding this member type.
5. Save and exit the workbook.
6. Bulkload the workbook into the reference data.
For more information about bulkloading, see Using the Bulkload Modes in the
Reference Data Guide.
See Also
Define a New Material Type (on page 16)

Define a New Material Type

1. Open the AllCommon.xls workbook.
2. Select the Material sheet.
3. Type a Material Type name and a Materials Grade name for the material that you want to
add. The two names uniquely identify the material and must be a unique combination.
4. Define the material properties in the corresponding columns.
5. In column A of the member type that you want to add, type the letter A to indicate to the
Bulkload utility that you are adding this member type.
For more information about the Bulkload utility, see Using the Bulkload Modes in the
Reference Data Guide.
See Also
Define a New Member Type (on page 16)

StructAssemblyConnections Workbook
The StructAssemblyConnections.xls workbook defines the assembly connections that you
can place using Place Assembly Connection and the trims that you can make with Trim
Member . The unique sheets in this workbook are described below. For more information on
common sheets, see Describing the Common Sheets in the Workbooks in the Reference Data
Guide.

Assembly Connection Sheets

Base Plate Asm Conn
Specifies the base plate assembly connections that you can place. For more information,
see Base Plate Assembly Connections (on page 18).
Corner Gusset Asm Conn
Specifies assembly connections used to connect a vertical brace to a beam and a column

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using a gusset plate. For more information, see Corner Gusset Assembly Connections (on
page 19).
Fitted Asm Conn
Specifies assembly connections used to connect a beam to another beam or to connect a
beam to a column. For more information, see Fitted Assembly Connections (on page 21).
General Surface Asm Conn
Specifies assembly connections used to connect a member end to a flat surface. For more
information, see General Surface Assembly Connections (on page 22).
Gusset Plate Asm Conn
Specifies assembly connections used to connect a vertical or horizontal brace to a beam or
to connect a vertical brace to a column. For more information, see Gusset Plate Assembly
Connections (on page 23).
Mitre Asm Conn
Specifies assembly connections used to connect two member ends that intersect at an
angle. For more information, see Mitre Assembly Connections (on page 24).
Splice Asm Conn
Specifies assembly connections used to connect to collinear members. For more
information, see Splice Assembly Connections (on page 26).

Trim Sheets
Cope Feature
Specifies cope features. For more information, see Cope Feature (on page 30).
Planar Cutback Feature
Specifies the planar cutback features. For more information, see Planar Cutback Feature
(on page 31).
Web Corner Cope
Specifies the web corner copes that you can place using the Trim Member command. For
more information, see Web Corner Cope (on page 33).
Surface Trim
Specifies the surface trims that you can place using the Trim Member command. For more
information, see Surface Trim (on page 32).

Part Sheets
Generic Rect Plate Part
Defines generic rectangular plate parts for use in the various assembly connections. For
more information, see Generic Rect Plate Part (on page 28).
Gusset Plate Part Type 1
Defines a gusset plate part for use in the gusset assembly connections. For more
information, see Gusset Plate Part Type 1 (on page 28).
Gusset Plate Part Type 2

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Defines a gusset plate part for use in the gusset assembly connections. For more
information, see Gusset Plate Part Type 2 (on page 29).
PadPlateRectangular
Defines rectangular pad plate parts for use in various assembly connections. For more
information, see Pad Plate Rectangular (on page 29).

Base Plate Assembly Connections

The BasePlateAsmConn sheet in the StructAssemblyConnections.xls workbook defines the
base plate assembly connections that you can place using the Place Assembly Connection
command in the Structure.
Name
Specifies the name of the base plate assembly connection. This is the name that appears in
the interface when you are placing the assembly connection.
Thickness
Specify the thickness of the base plate.
Length
Specify the length of the base plate. This is dimension A in the
figure.
Width
Specify the width of the base plate. This is dimension B in the
figure.
Depth Clearance
Specify the clearance between the flange of the member and
the edge of the base plate. This is dimension C in the figure.
Width Clearance
Specify the clearance between the flange of the member and the edge of the base plate.
This is dimension D in the figure.
Sizing Rule
Enter the sizing rule code for the base plate assembly connection. Valid codes are listed in
the AllCodeLists.xls workbook on the StructACSizingRule sheet in the Codelist Number
column.
Category
Enter the plate category code for the base plate. Valid codes are listed in the
AllCodeLists.xls workbook on the StructCustomPlatePartType sheet in the Codelist
Number column.
Type
Enter the plate type code for the base plate. Valid codes are listed in the AllCodeLists.xls
workbook on the StructCustomPlatePartType sheet in the Codelist Number column.
Material
Defines the base plate material type. The value that you enter here should match a value in

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the MaterialType column on the Material sheet in the AllCommon.xls workbook.

Grade
Defines the base plate grade. The value that you enter here should match a value in the
MaterialGrade column on the Material sheet in the AllCommon.xls workbook.
Definition
Specifies the base plate assembly connection definition macro.

Corner Gusset Assembly Connections

The CornerGussetAsmConn sheet in the StructAssemblyConnections.xls workbook defines
the corner gusset assembly connections that you can place using the Place Assembly
Connection command in the Structure.
These assembly connections connect a vertical brace to a column and a beam using a gusset
plate. The vertical brace must be in the same plane as the column and beam, and the angle
between the column and the beam must be greater than the angle between the vertical brace
and the column.
Name
Specifies the name of the assembly connection. This is the name that appears in the
interface when you are placing the assembly connection.
Thickness
Specifies the thickness of the gusset plate.
Length
Specifies the length of the gusset plate. This is dimension B in the figure.
Width
Specifies the width of the gusset plate. This is dimension A in the figure.
Overlap Length
Specifies the distance the vertical brace overlaps the gusset plate. This is dimension C in
the figure.
Clearance Primary
Specifies the clearance distance between the gusset plate and the column. This is
dimension E in the figure.
Cut Length
Specifies the length of the chamfer cut.
Cut Width
Specifies the width of the chamfer cut.
Squared End
Specifies whether or not the end of the vertical brace is squared off.
Clearance
Specifies the minimum distance between the vertical brace and the beam or the column,

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whichever one is closer. This is dimension D in the figure.

Category
Enter the plate category code for the base plate. Valid codes are listed in the
AllCodeLists.xls workbook on the StructCustomPlatePartType sheet in the Codelist
Number column.
Type
Enter the plate type code for the base plate. Valid codes are listed in the AllCodeLists.xls
workbook on the StructCustomPlatePartType sheet in the Codelist Number column.
Material
Defines the gusset plate material type. The value that you enter here should match a value
in the MaterialType column on the Material sheet in the AllCommon.xls workbook.
Grade
Defines the gusset plate grade. The value that you enter here should match a value in the
MaterialGrade column on the Material sheet in the AllCommon.xls workbook.
Definition
Specifies the corner gusset assembly connection definition macro.

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Fitted Assembly Connections

The FittedAsmConn sheet in the StructAssemblyConnections.xls workbook defines the
fitted assembly connections that you can place using the Place Assembly Connection
command in the Structure.
Fitted assembly connections are used to connect one beam to another beam or to connect a
beam to a column.
Name
Specifies the name of the assembly connection. This is the name that appears in the
interface when you are placing the assembly connection.
Web Clearance
Specifies the distance between the webs of the two members. Dimension A in the figure.
Flange Clearance 1
Specifies the flange side clearance. This is dimension B in the
figure.
Flange Clearance 2
Specifies the flange inside clearance. This is dimension C in
the figure.
Length
Specifies the length of the cope. This is dimension D in the
figure.
Depth
Specifies the depth of the cope. This is dimension E in the figure.
Radius
Specifies the radius of the cope at the intersection of the flange clearance 1 and flange
clearance 2.
Increment
Specifies the value by which to increment the cope dimension. For example, if you set the
Increment to 2" (inches), the cope dimension is always divisible by 2 (2", 4", 6", 8", ... 22",
24", 26", and so forth). Similarly, if you set the Increment to 3", the cope dimension is always
divisible by 3 (3", 6", 9", 12", and so forth). Setting the Increment value to 0 causes the cope
to be the exact length needed to clear.
Sizing Rule
Enter the sizing rule code for the cope dimensions. Valid codes are listed in the
AllCodeLists.xls workbook on the StructACSizingRule sheet in the Codelist Number
column.
Squared End
Specifies whether the end of the member is squared or skewed when the two members are
not perpendicular. Set this option to 0 if you want the member end to look like end A in the

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figure. Set this option to 1 if you want the member end to look like end B in the figure.

Always Planar
Specifies whether the end of the member has copes or not. Set this option to 0 if you want
the member end to look like end A in the figure. Set this option to 1 if you want the member
end to look like end B in the figure.

Definition
Specifies the fitted assembly connection definition macro.

General Surface Assembly Connections

The GeneralSurfaceAsmConn sheet in the
StructAssemblyConnections.xls workbook defines the general surface
assembly connections that you can place using the Place Assembly
Connection command in the Structure. These assembly connections
connect a member end to a flat surface by trimming the member end to the
surface.
Name
Specifies the name of the assembly connection. This is the name that appears in the
interface when you are placing the assembly connection.
Clearance
Specifies the distance between the end of the member and the surface.
Definition
Specifies the surface assembly connection definition macro.
With Pad
Type 1 to place a steel pad between the member end and the surface. Type 0 to have the
member end connect directly to the surface.
Pad Type
Defines the shape of the pad. Type 1 to have the software automatically select the pad type.
Type 2 to place a rectangular pad. Type 3 to place a circular pad. Type 4 to place a
triangular pad.

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Sizing Rule
Select whether you want to the software to automatically size the pad or if you want to size
the pad. Type 1 to have the software size the pad. Type 2 to use a user defined size.
Offset
Type the distance between the end of the member and the face of the surface.

Gusset Plate Assembly Connections

The GussetPlateAsmConn sheet in the StructAssemblyConnections.xls workbook defines
the gusset plate assembly connections that you can place using the Place Assembly
Connection command in the Structure task.
These assembly connections connect a vertical or horizontal brace to a beam or a vertical brace
to a column using a gusset plate.
Name
Specifies the name of the assembly connection. This is the name that appears in the
interface when you are placing the assembly connection.
Thickness
Specifies the thickness of the gusset plate.
Length
Specifies the length of the gusset plate. This is dimension A in the figure.
Width
Specifies the width of the gusset plate. This is
dimension B in the figure.
Overlap Length
Specifies the distance the vertical or horizontal
brace overlaps the gusset plate. This is dimension
C in the figure.
Cut Length
Specifies the length of the chamfer cut.
Cut Width
Specifies the width of the chamfer cut.
Squared End
Specifies whether or not the end of the vertical or horizontal brace is squared off.
Clearance
Specifies the minimum clearance distance between the end of the vertical or horizontal
brace and the supporting beam or column. Dimension D in the figure.
Category
Enter the plate category code for the plate. Valid codes are listed in the AllCodeLists.xls
workbook on the StructCustomPlatePartType sheet in the Codelist Number column.

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Type
Enter the plate type code for the plate. Valid codes are listed in the AllCodeLists.xls
workbook on the StructCustomPlatePartType sheet in the Codelist Number column.
Material
Defines the gusset plate material type. The value that you enter here should match a value
in the MaterialType column on the Material sheet in the AllCommon.xls workbook.
Grade
Defines the gusset plate grade. The value that you enter here should match a value in the
MaterialGrade column on the Material sheet in the AllCommon.xls workbook.
Definition
Specifies the gusset plate assembly connection definition macro.

Mitre Assembly Connections

The MitreAsmConn sheet in the StructAssemblyConnections.xls workbook
defines the mitered assembly connections that you can place using the Place
Assembly Connection command.
These assembly connections connect two members that meet at an angle. A
plate can optionally be placed between the members.
Name
Specifies the name of the assembly connection. This is the name that appears in the
interface when you are placing the assembly connection.
Thickness
Specifies the plate thickness.
Length
Specifies the length of the plate (side parallel to the strong axis of the members).
Width
Specifies the width of the plate (side parallel to the weak axis of the members).
Clearance
Specifies the distance between the member ends.
With End Plates
Specifies whether or not a plate should be inserted between the member ends. Enter 0 to
not place the plate. Enter 1 to place the plate.
Top Distance
Specifies the distance between the top of the section range box of the first member and the
top of the plate.
Bottom Distance
Specifies the distance between the bottom of the section range box of the first member and
the bottom of the plate.

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Left Distance
Specifies the distance between the left of the section range box of the first member and the
left edge of the plate.
Right Distance
Specifies the distance between the right of the section range box of the first member and the
right edge of the plate.
Sizing Rule
Enter the sizing rule code for the assembly connection. Valid codes are listed in the
AllCodeLists.xls workbook on the StructACSizingRule sheet in the Codelist Number
column.
Symmetry
Enter the symmetry code for the mitre assembly connection. Valid codes are listed in the
AllCodeLists.xls workbook on the StructAlignment sheet in the Codelist Number
column. This controls how to cut back the member ends when the clearance value is not
zero. Select the Center code to specify that both members should be cut back equally.
Select the Right code to specify that the first member that you selected be cut back. Select
the Left code to specify that the second member that you selected be cut back.
Category
Enter the plate category code for the plate. Valid codes are listed in the AllCodeLists.xls
workbook on the StructCustomPlatePartType sheet in the Codelist Number column.
Type
Enter the plate type code for the plate. Valid codes are listed in the AllCodeLists.xls
workbook on the StructCustomPlatePartType sheet in the Codelist Number column.
Material
Defines the plate material type. The value that you enter here should match a value in the
MaterialType column on the Material sheet in the AllCommon.xls workbook.
Grade
Defines the plate grade. The value that you enter here should match a value in the
MaterialGrade column on the Material sheet in the AllCommon.xls workbook.
Definition
Specifies the mitre assembly connection definition macro.

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Splice Assembly Connections

The SpliceAsmConn sheet in the StructAssemblyConnections.xls
workbook defines the splice assembly connections that you can place
using the Place Assembly Connection command in the Structure
task.
These assembly connections connect two collinear members using web
and flange plates. The members must also have the same section and be
oriented in the same direction.
Name
Specifies the name of the assembly connection. This is the name that
appears in the interface when you are placing the assembly
connection.
Clearance
Specifies the distance between the ends of the members.
Symmetry
Enter the symmetry code for the splice assembly connection. Valid codes are listed in the
AllCodeLists.xls workbook on the StructAlignment sheet in the Codelist Number
column. This controls how to cut back the member ends when the clearance value is not
zero. Select the Center code to specify that both members should be cut back equally.
Select the Right code to specify that the first member that you selected be cut back. Select
the Left code to specify that the second member that you selected be cut back.
Splice With
Enter the splice type code for the splice assembly connection. Valid codes are listed in the
AllCodeLists.xls workbook on the StructACSpliceTypes sheet in the Codelist Number
column.
Web Plates
Enter the web plate position code for the splice assembly connection. Valid codes are listed
in the AllCodeLists.xls workbook on the StructACLeftRightBoth sheet in the Codelist
Number column.
Gage Distance 1
Specifies the distance from the flange gage line.
Gage Distance 2
Specifies the distance from the web gage line.
Sizing Rule
Enter the sizing rule code for the splice assembly connection. Valid codes are listed in the
AllCodeLists.xls workbook on the StructACSizingRule sheet in the Codelist Number
column. If you select By Rule, then the software sizes the plate based on the gage
distances.
Thickness 1
Specifies the thickness of the flange plates.
Length 1

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Specifies the length of the flange plates.

Width 1
Specifies the width of the flange plates.
Category 1
Enter the plate category code for the flange plates. Valid codes are listed in the
AllCodeLists.xls workbook on the StructCustomPlatePartType sheet in the Codelist
Number column.
Type 1
Enter the plate type code for the flange plates. Valid codes are listed in the
AllCodeLists.xls workbook on the StructCustomPlatePartType sheet in the Codelist
Number column.
Thickness 2
Specifies the thickness of the web plates
Length 2
Specifies the length of the flange plates.
Width 2
Specifies the width of the flange plates.
Category 2
Enter the plate category code for the web plates. Valid codes are listed in the
AllCodeLists.xls workbook on the StructCustomPlatePartType sheet in the Codelist
Number column.
Type 2
Enter the plate type code for the web plates. Valid codes are listed in the AllCodeLists.xls
workbook on the StructCustomPlatePartType sheet in the Codelist Number column.
Material
Defines the plate material type. The value that you enter here should match a value in the
MaterialType column on the Material sheet in the AllCommon.xls workbook.
Grade
Defines the plate material grade. The value that you enter here should match a value in the
MaterialGrade column on the Material sheet in the AllCommon.xls workbook.
Definition
Specifies the splice assembly connection definition macro.

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Generic Rect Plate Part

The GenericRectPlatePart sheet in the StructAssemblyConnections.xls workbook defines
rectangular plate parts for use in the assembly connections that you can place using the Place
Assembly Connection command.
Name
Specifies the name of the plate part.
Thickness
Specify the thickness of the plate.
Length
Specify the length of the plate.
Width
Specify the width of the plate.
Definition
Specifies the base plate assembly connection definition macro.

Gusset Plate Part Type 1

The GussetPlatePartType1 sheet in the StructAssemblyConnections.xls workbook defines
gusset plate parts for use in the assembly connections that you can place using the Place
Assembly Connection command.
Name
Specifies the name of the gusset plate part.
Thickness
Specify the thickness of the plate.
Length
Specify the length of the plate.
Width
Specify the width of the plate.
Overlap Length
Specify the distance that the vertical or horizontal brace will overlap the gusset plate.
Clearance Primary
Specifies the minimum clearance distance between the end of the vertical or horizontal
brace and the supporting beam or column.
Cut Length
Specify the length of the chamfer cut.
Cut Width
Specify the width of the chamfer cut.

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Definition
Specifies the base plate assembly connection definition macro.

Gusset Plate Part Type 2

The GussetPlatePartType2 sheet in the StructAssemblyConnections.xls workbook defines
gusset plate parts for use in the assembly connections that you can place using the Place
Assembly Connection command.
Name
Specifies the name of the gusset plate part.
Thickness
Specify the thickness of the plate.
Length
Specify the length of the plate.
Width
Specify the width of the plate.
Overlap Length
Specify the distance that the vertical or horizontal brace will overlap the gusset plate.
Cut Length
Specify the length of the chamfer cut.
Cut Width
Specify the width of the chamfer cut.
Definition
Specifies the base plate assembly connection definition macro.

Pad Plate Rectangular

The PadPlateRectangular sheet in the StructAssemblyConnections.xls workbook defines
rectangular pad plate parts for use in the assembly connections that you can place using Place
Assembly Connection .
Name
Specifies the name of the pad plate part.
Definition
Specifies the pad plate definition macro.
Sizing Rule
Enter the sizing rule ID.
Length
Specify the length of the pad.

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Width
Specify the width of the pad.
Thickness
Specify the thickness of the pad.
Corner Radius
Specify the fillet radius for the pad corners.

Cope Feature
The CopeFeature sheet in the StructAssemblyConnections.xls workbook defines the copes
that you can place using Place Assembly Connection .
Name
Specifies the name of the cope. This is the name that appears in the interface when you are
placing the cope.
Web Clearance
Specifies the distance between the webs of the two members. Dimension A in the figure.
Flange Clearance 1
Specifies the flange side clearance. This is dimension B in the
figure.
Flange Clearance 2
Specifies the flange inside clearance. This is dimension C in
the figure.
Length
Specifies the length of the cope. This is dimension D in the
figure.
Depth
Specifies the depth of the cope. This is dimension E in the figure.
Radius
Specifies the radius of the cope at the intersection of the flange clearance 1 and flange
clearance 2.
Increment
Specifies the value by which to increment the cope dimension. For example, if you set the
Increment to 2" (inches), the cope dimension is always divisible by 2 (2", 4", 6", 8", ... 22",
24", 26", and so forth). Similarly, if you set the Increment to 3", the cope dimension is always
divisible by 3 (3", 6", 9", 12", and so forth). Setting the Increment value to 0 causes the cope
to be the exact length needed to clear.
Sizing Rule
Enter the sizing rule code for the cope dimensions. Valid codes are listed in the
AllCodeLists.xls workbook on the StructACSizingRule sheet in the Codelist Number
column.

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Squared End
Specifies whether the end of the member is squared or skewed when the two members are
not perpendicular. Set this option to 0 if you want the member end to look like end A in the
figure. Set this option to 1 if you want the member end to look like end B in the figure.

Always Planar
Specifies whether the end of the member has copes or not. Set this option to 0 if you want
the member end to look like end A in the figure. Set this option to 1 if you want the member
end to look like end B in the figure.

Definition
Specifies the base plate assembly connection definition macro.

Planar Cutback Feature

The PlanarCutbackFeature sheet in the StructAssemblyConnections.xls workbook defines
the copes that you can place using the Trim Member command.
Name
Specifies the name of the cope. This is the name that appears in the interface when you are
placing the cope.
Clearance
Specifies the distance between the flanges of the two members.
Squared End
Specifies whether the end of the member is squared or skewed when
the two members are not perpendicular. Set this option to 0 if you
want the member end to look like end A in the figure. Set this option
to 1 if you want the member end to look like end B in the figure.
Definition
Specifies the base plate assembly connection definition macro.

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Surface Trim
The SurfaceTrim sheet in the StructAssemblyConnections.xls workbook defines the surface
trims that you can place using the Trim Member command.
Fitted assembly connections are used to connect one beam to another beam or to connect a
beam to a column.
Name
Specifies the name of the surface trim. This is the name that appears in the interface when
you are defining trims.
Definition
Specifies the surface trim definition macro.
Offset
Specifies the offset between the member end and the surface being trimmed to. This value
is only used when the surface being trimmer to is planar.
Squared End
Specifies whether the end of the member is squared or skewed when
the two members are not perpendicular. Set this option to 0 if you
want the member end to look like end A in the figure. Set this option
to 1 if you want the member end to look like end B in the figure.
Flange Angle
Specifies the angle between the normal to the cutting surface and the member axis in the
horizontal plane with respect to the member (the flange plane).

Web Angle
Specifies the angle between the normal to the cutting surface and the member axis in the
vertical plane with respect to the member (the web plane).

Trim End
Specifies which member end is being trimmed. Enter 1 for the start. Enter 2 for the end.

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Web Corner Cope

The WebCornerCope sheet in the StructAssemblyConnections.xls workbook defines the
web copes that you can place using the Trim Member command in the Structure task.
Fitted assembly connections are used to connect one beam to another beam or to connect a
beam to a column.
Name
Specifies the name of the feature. This is the name that appears in the interface when you
are defining trims.
Min Cope Length Clearance
Specifies the distance between the flanges. This is dimension B in the figure.
Min Cope Depth Clearance
Specifies the distance between the web and the flange. This is dimension C in the figure.
Rounding Increment
Specifies the value by which to increment the cope dimension. For example, if you set the
Increment to 2" (inches), the cope dimension is always divisible by 2 (2", 4", 6", 8", 10", and
so on). Similarly, if you set the Increment to 3", the cope dimension is always divisible by 3
(3", 6", 9", 12", and so on). Setting the Increment value to 0 causes the cope to be the exact
length needed to clear.
Cope Radius
Specifies the radius of the cope at the intersection of the cope length clearance and cope
depth clearance. These are corners A in the figure.
Cope Radius Type
Specifies the type (Radius (1), Chamfer (2), or None (0)) for
the cope radius.
Web Radius
Specifies the web radius of the member being coped. These
are corners F in the figure.
Web Radius Type
Specifies the type (Radius (1), Chamfer (2), or None) (0) for
the web radius.
Cope End
Used for reporting. Leave blank.
Cope Length
Specifies the cope length. This is dimension D in the figure.
Cope Depth
Specifies the cope depth. This is dimension E in the figure.
Cope Edge
Used for reporting. Leave blank.

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Definition
Specifies the web cope definition macro.

StructFrameConnections Workbook
The StructFrameConnections.xls workbook defines frame connections, which describe the
positioning relationship between member systems. The unique sheets in this workbook are
described below. For more information on common sheets, see Describing the Common Sheets
in the Workbooks in the Reference Data Guide.
Seated
Defines seated frame connections. For more information, see Seated Frame Connections
(on page 42).
Flush
Defines flush frame connections. For more information, see Flush Frame Connections (on
page 39).
Centerline
Defines centerline frame connections. For more information, see Centerline Frame
Connections (on page 37).
Axis
Defines axis frame connections. For more information, see Axis Frame Connections (on
page 37).
Axis Colinear
Defines axis colinear frame connections. For more information, see Axis Colinear Frame
Connections (on page 36).
Vertical Corner Brace
Defines vertical corner brace frame connections. For more information, see Vertical Corner
Brace Frame Connections (on page 45).
Gap
Defines gap frame connections. For more information, see Gap Frame Connections (on
page 39).
Surface
Defines surface frame connections. For more information, see Surface Frame Connections
(on page 42).
Chevron
Defines chevron frame connections. For more information, see Chevron Frame Connections
(on page 38).
See Also
Member Reference Data (on page 13)

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Align Frame Connections

The Align sheet in the StructFrameConnections.xls workbook defines the align frame
connections that are available. The align frame connection places the member end at the
intersection of three surfaces that you define.
Name
Defines the name of the frame connection. This is the name that appears in the software
when placing a member system in the model.
Definition
Specifies the align frame connection definition macro SPSFrameConnMacros.Align.
Side Justification
Select the side of the plane on which to place the member.
 None - Aligns the member axis so that it is placed on the surface.
 Seated - Sets the member on top of the surface. The selected Orientation Side is
nearest the surface.
 Center - The center of the cross-section is placed on the surface. The center is
calculated by the top-bottom, left-right bounds of the cross-section shape.
 Flush - Uses the alignment surface's top and bottom extent to position the supported
member. The supported member typically lies within the body of the alignment plane
with one edge of the member flush with the alignment surface but can be offset.

Orientation Control
If On, the member angle is controlled by the Orientation Angle value defined for the Align
frame connection. If Off, you can set the angle of the member independently of the align
surface by using the Rotation property for the member part.
Orientation Side

Specifies the side of the supported member's cross-section that is mated to the alignment
surface. You can specify Top, Right, Bottom, or Left. Edges of typical section shapes are
shown in the figure.

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Orientation Angle
When Orientation Control is On, this angle is added to the selected Orientation Side to
rotate the member. If the Align frame connection is used on both ends of the member and
you define a different angle value for each end, the angle defined at the start end of the
member is used.
Reflect

Reflects or mirrors the cross-section of the supported member about a plane perpendicular
to the supporting member side. An example of when to use this option is when you place a
supported member with an angle cross-section using the left edge option and you want the
angle facing the other direction.
Extend Distance
Specifies the offset distance from the bounding surface along the member's axis.
Side Clearance
Specify the offset distance perpendicular to the align surface to place the member axis.
Lateral Distance
Specifies the offset distance in the plane of the align surface to place the member axis.

Axis Colinear Frame Connections

The Axis Colinear sheet in the StructFrameConnections.xls workbook defines the end
colinear frame connections that are available.
Name
Defines the name of the frame connection. This is the name that appears in the software
when placing a member system in the model.
Definition
Specifies the frame connection definition macro to use.
X Offset
Specifies an offset to apply in the x-direction after the two cardinal points are aligned.
Y Offset
Specifies an offset to apply in the y-direction after the two cardinal points are aligned.
Z Offset
Specifies an offset to apply in the z-direction after the two cardinal points are aligned.
Coordinate System
Specifies the coordinate system to use for the offset values. Local is the local coordinate
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Supporting CP
Specifies to which cardinal point on the supporting member system to align the supported
member system's cardinal point. You can specify any cardinal point number, or select 0 to
use the cardinal point with which the supporting member was placed.

Axis Frame Connections

The Axis sheet in the StructFrameConnections.xls workbook defines the axis frame
connections that are available. An axis frame connection aligns the cardinal points of the
supporting and the supported member systems.
Name
Defines the name of the frame connection. This is the name that appears in the software
when placing a member system in the model.
Definition
Specifies the axis frame connection definition macro to use.
X Offset
Specifies an offset to apply in the x-direction after the two cardinal points are aligned.
Y Offset
Specifies an offset to apply in the y-direction after the two cardinal points are aligned.
Z Offset
Specifies an offset to apply in the z-direction after the two cardinal points are aligned.
Coordinate System
Specifies the coordinate system to use for the offset values. Local is the local coordinate
system of the supporting member.
Supporting CP
Specifies to which cardinal point on the supporting member system to align the supported
member system's cardinal point. You can specify any cardinal point number, or select 0 to
use the cardinal point with which the supporting member was placed.

Centerline Frame Connections

The Centerline sheet in the StructFrameConnections.xls
workbook defines the centerline frame connections that are
available. A centerline frame connection uses the supporting
member's centerline to position the supported member.
Name
Defines the name of the frame connection. This is the name that appears in the software
when placing a member system in the model.
Definition
Specifies the centerline frame connection definition macro.

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Side
Select the side of the supporting member on which you want to place the supported
member.
Offset
Specify the distance to place the supported member from the supporting member. For
seated and flush frame connections, the offset is between the side of the supporting
member that you specified with the Side option and the supported member's side that you
specify with the Edge option. For centerline frame connections, the offset is between
centerline of the supporting member and the supported member's side that you specify with
the Edge option.
Edge
Specifies the side of the supported member's cross-section that is
mated to the supporting member. You can specify Top, Right,
Bottom, or Left. Edges of typical section shapes are shown in the
figure.
Reflect
Reflects or mirrors the cross-section of the supported member
about a plane perpendicular to the supporting member side.
For example, when you place a supported member with an
angle cross-section using the left edge option and you want the
angle facing the other direction.

Chevron Frame Connections

The Chevron sheet in the StructFrameConnections.xls workbook defines the chevron frame
connections that are available.
Name
Defines the name of the frame connection. This is the name that appears in the software
when placing a member system in the model.
Definition
Specifies the chevron frame connection definition macro.
Offset
Specify the distance between the two braces in the chevron.
Work Point
Enter the code that specifies the work point that you want to use. Valid codes are listed on
the StructFCChevronWPO sheet in the AllCodeLists.xls workbook in the Codelist
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Flush Frame Connections

The Flush sheet in the StructFrameConnections.xls
workbook defines the flush frame connections that are
available. A flush frame connection uses the supporting
member system's top and bottom extent to position the
supported member. The supported member system
typically lies within the body of the supporting member.
Name
Defines the name of the frame connection. This is the name that appears in the software
when placing a member system in the model.
Definition
Specifies the flush frame connection definition macro.
Side
Select the side of the supporting member on which you want to place the supported
member.
Offset
Specify the distance to place the supported member from the supporting member. For
seated and flush frame connections, the offset is between the side of the supporting
member that you specified with the Side option and the supported member's side that you
specify with the Edge option. For centerline frame connections, the offset is between
centerline of the supporting member and the supported member's side that you specify with
the Edge option.
Edge
Specifies the side of the supported member's cross-section that is
mated to the supporting member. You can specify Top, Right,
Bottom, or Left. Edges of typical section shapes are shown in the
figure.
Reflect
Reflects or mirrors the cross-section of the supported member
about a plane perpendicular to the supporting member side.
For example, when you place a supported member with an
angle cross-section using the left edge option and you want the
angle facing the other direction.

Gap Frame Connections

The Gap sheet in the StructFrameConnections.xls workbook defines the gap frame
connections that are available. A gap frame connection defines offsets between members to
provide clearance for welding or simply as a work point adjustment. Smart 3D can calculate the
offset either axially along or radially around the primary member.
There are three members in a gap frame connection:
 The target member is the member always to move and is the owner of the frame connection.
The target member is shown as blue in the following figures.

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 The primary member is the member that the target member moves along (axially) or around
(radially). The primary member is shown as red in the following figures.
 The secondary member is the third member in the joint, and the offset is measured relative
to this member. The software does not require the secondary member to be in the same
plane as the target member. The secondary member is shown as orange in the following
figures.
Name
Defines the name of the frame connection. This is the name that appears in the software
when placing a member system in the model.
Definition
Specifies the gap frame connection definition macro to use.
Gap
Enter the gap distance that you want between the target and secondary member.
Roundoff
Enter the distance to which the centerline gap should be rounded off.
Offset Direction
Select the direction to calculate the gap.
 Surface Axial - Select this mode when you want to define the offset as the distance
between the center lines of the target and secondary members. This distance is
measured parallel to the primary member centerline.
 Surface Radial - Select this mode when you want to define the offset as the distance
between the closest points on the hull of the target and secondary members. This
distance is measured around the hull of the primary member.
Design Factor
Enter the ratio of the member section size to use in calculating whether the centerline
design passed or failed. The default value is 0.25. The centerline design pass/fail is
calculated by taking the primary member's section size, multiplying it by Centerline Design
Factor and then comparing that value to the Actual Centerline Distance value.
Offset Along
Defines if the target member moves along the Primary member or along the Secondary
member to create the gap.
Offset Type
Select how you want to specify the Offset Required value.
 Gap - The Offset Required distance is between the two closest points of the target
member hull and the secondary member hull. This is shown as G in the figures below.
 Centerline - The Offset Required distance is between the center line of the target
member and the center line of the secondary member. This is shown as X in the figures
below.
 Overlap - The Offset Required distance is between the lowest point of the target and
secondary member saddle on the support member to the point where the target and
secondary member intersect. This is shown as L in the figures below.

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Overlap Design Factor (Fmin)

Defines the minimum design factor for the calculation: Min B < A < Max B. The default
value is 0.3. This calculation is used to determine if Design Passed (Overlap) passes or
fails. The A and B distances are shown in the figures below.
Overlap Design Factor (FMax)
Defines the maximum design factor for the calculation: Min B < A < Max B. The default
value is 0.5. This calculation is used to determine if Design Passed (Overlap) passes or
fails. The A and B distances are shown in the figures below.
Flush Direction
Specify which direction you want the target member to move to become flush with the
primary member.
Flush Offset
Specify the distance from the primary member hull edge to the target hull edge. An offset of
zero indicates that the two member edges are perfectly flush.

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Seated Frame Connections

The Seated2 sheet in the StructFrameConnections.xls
workbook defines the seated frame connections that are
available. A seated frame connection uses the supporting
member system's top or bottom extent to position the
supported member system. The supported member typically
rests against the supporting member, but can be offset.
Name
Defines the name of the frame connection. This is the
name that appears in the software when placing a member system in the model.
Definition
Specifies the seated frame connection definition macro.
Side
Select the side of the supporting member on which you want to place the supported
member.
Offset
Specify the distance to place the supported member from the supporting member. For
seated and flush frame connections, the offset is between the side of the supporting
member that you specified with the Side option and the supported member's side that you
specify with the Edge option. For centerline frame connections, the offset is between
centerline of the supporting member and the supported member's side that you specify with
the Edge option.
Edge
Specifies the side of the supported member's cross-section that is
mated to the supporting member. You can specify Top, Right,
Bottom, or Left. Edges of typical section shapes are shown in the
figure.

Reflect
Reflects or mirrors the cross-section of the supported member
about a plane perpendicular to the supporting member side.
For example, when you place a supported member with an
angle cross-section using the left edge option and you want the
angle facing the other direction.

Surface Frame Connections

The Surface sheet in the StructFrameConnections.xls workbook defines the surface frame
connections that are available.
Name
Defines the name of the frame connection. This is the name that appears in the software
when placing a member system in the model.
Definition

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Specifies the surface frame connection definition macro to use.

X Offset
Specifies an offset to apply in the x-direction.
Y Offset
Specifies an offset to apply in the y-direction.
Z Offset
Specifies an offset to apply in the z-direction.
Coordinate System
Specifies the coordinate system to use for the offset values.

Tangent Frame Connections

The Tangent sheet in the StructFrameConnections.xls workbook defines the tangent frame
connections that are available. The tangent frame connection places the member end tangent to
another member.
Name
Defines the name of the frame connection. This is the name that appears in the software
when placing a member system in the model.
Definition
Specifies the align frame connection definition macro SPSFrameConnMacros.Tangent.
Offset Distance
Type the distance (3) from the centerline of the supporting member (2) to the tangent
connection point. This distance is the radius of the circle to which the supported member (1)
is made tangent.

Side
Select Left or Right to define on which side of the supporting member the supported
member is placed. To determine left and right, image you are standing on the start end of
the member with your head towards positive global Z looking down the length of the
member. Your left and right determine the direction of Left and Right.
Tangent Plane
Controls the plane on which the tangent circle is drawn. You can select:

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 Horizontal - The tangent circle is parallel to the X-Y plane (normal to global Z)
regardless of the slope of any of the members. For example, you are creating a tangent
connection between the sloping green beam and the sloping red column, or between
the sloping blue beam and the sloping red column.

 Vertical - The tangent circle is parallel to global Z and is aligned with the centerline of
the supported member (green member in the left figure, blue member in the right figure).

 Normal to Supporting - The tangent circle is normal to the supporting member (the
sloping red column).

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 In Plane of Supported - The tangent circle is parallel to the centerline of the supported
member and normal to the supporting member centerline (green member in the left
figure, blue member in the right figure).

Vertical Corner Brace Frame Connections

The Vertical Corner Brace sheet in the StructFrameConnections.xls
workbook defines the vertical corner brace frame connections that are available.
A vertical brace corner connection specifies the location of a vertical brace that
frames into a column-beam corner. There are six work points to select from
when using one of these connections.
Name
Defines the name of the frame connection. This is the name that appears in the software
when placing a member system in the model.
WorkPoint
Specify the work point location. Valid codes are defined in the
StructuralWPOINtersectionIndex sheet in the AllCodeLists.xls workbook in the Codelist
Number column.
Definition
Specifies the axis frame connection definition macro to use.

StructSplitConnections Workbook
The StructSplitConnections.xls workbook defines split connections, which describe how
member systems are divided into member parts. The unique sheets in this workbook are
described below. For more information on common sheets, see Describing the Common Sheets
in the Workbooks in the Reference Data Guide.
Split Connections
Defines split connections. For more information, see Split Connections (on page 46).
Split By Interference
Defines split by interference connections. For more information, see Split By Interference
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Split By Surface
Defines split by surface connections. For more information, see Split By Surface (on page
46).
Split By Point
Defines split by point connections. For more information, see Split By Point (on page 46).

Split Connections
The Split Connections sheet in the StructSplitConnections.xls workbook defines split
connections placed using the Place Split command.
Name
Specifies the name of the split connection. This is the name that appears in the interface
when you are placing the split connections.

Split By Surface
The Split By Surface sheet in the StructSplitConnections.xls workbook defines split by
surface connections placed using the Place Split command.
Name
Specifies the name of the split connection. This is the name that appears in the interface
when you are placing the split connections.
Definition
Specifies the split connection definition macro to use.
Offset
Specifies the distance between the surface and the member ends at the split.

Split By Interference
The Split By Interference sheet in the StructSplitConnections.xls workbook defines split by
interference connections placed using the Place Split command.
Name
Specifies the name of the split connection. This is the name that appears in the interface
when you are placing the split connections.
Definition
Specifies the split connection definition macro to use.

Split By Point
The Split By Point sheet in the StructSplitConnections.xls workbook defines split by point
connections placed using the Place Split command.
Name
Specifies the name of the split connection. This is the name that appears in the interface

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when you are placing the split connections.

Definition
Specifies the split connection definition macro to use.

StructInsulationSpec Workbook
The StructInsulationSpec.xls workbook defines the insulation specifications used in the Place
Fireproofing Command . The unique sheets in this workbook are described below. For more
information on common sheets, see Describing the Common Sheets in the Workbooks in the
Reference Data Guide.
Specification Name
Defines the insulation specification name. All insulation specification names should be
unique.
Specification Description
Describes the insulation specification.
Purpose
Defines the purpose of the insulation specification. The insulation specification purpose is
defined in the StructInsulationPurpose select list in Catalog.
Material Name
Defines the insulation material. This material is defined in Catalog in the Structure >
Materials > Properties node.
Material Grade
Specifies the object material grade. To change the options on the list, edit the Structure >
Materials > Properties node in Catalog.
Thickness
Defines the insulation thickness.
Encasement Rule
Defines the encasement rules that this insulation specification must use. Encasement rules
are defined in Catalog in the Structure > Objects > Insulation > Fireproofing node or in
the StructMemberFireproofing workbook.
Fireproofing Rating
Defines the time for which the fireproofing is rated.
See Also
Member Reference Data (on page 13)

StructPlateDimensions Workbook
The StructPlateDimensions.xls workbook defines the available material and thickness for
plates used in the Base Plate Assembly connection and the plate equipment foundation. For
more information on common sheets, see Describing the Common Sheets in the Workbooks in
the Reference Data Guide.

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StructMemberFireproofing Workbook
The StructMemberFireproofing.xls workbook defines the encasement rules used in the Place
Fireproofing Command . The unique sheets in this workbook are described below. For more
information on common sheets, see Describing the Common Sheets in the Workbooks in the
Reference Data Guide.
When processing the encasement rule, the software starts at the top and processes each row
trying to find a matching Member Type Category and Cross Section Type to the member that
you selected in the model. When it finds a match, the software uses the defined encasement
type, fireproofing label, setback values, and insulation symbol defined for that row.
If the software cannot fine a matching Member Type Category and Cross Section Type row,
then the first row that matches the Member Type Category and has an asterisk (*) for the Cross
Section Type is used for the member.
For example, you select a bracing member in the model with a MC cross section. If you look at
the snippet of an encasement rule for braces below, you will see that the software will look at the
Pipe, WT, ST, L, and 2L rows trying to find the MC cross section. Since MC is not defined in the
encasement rule, the software will use the first asterisk row, Brace_Block Encased_All_Conc.
Multiple asterisk cross section rows can be defined to allow for manual selection during
placement (the By Rule option on the ribbon is cleared).

Encasement Item Member Type Cross Section Encasement Type

Brace_Round_ Pipe_Conc 3 Pipe 5

Brace_Custom_WT_Conc 3 WT 999

Brace_Custom_ST_Conc 3 ST 999

Brace_Custom_L_Conc 3 L 999

Brace_Custom_2L_Conc 3 2L 999

Brace_Block Encased_All_Conc 3 * 3

Brace_Contour 3 * 1
Encased_All_Conc

Name
Defines the encasement item name. The delivered encasement items use the naming
convention of Member Type_Encasement Type_Cross Section_Material. We recommend
that you use a similar naming convention or adopt the delivered naming convention.
Cross Section Type
Defines the cross section type to which the encasement option applies. The available cross
section types depend on the section libraries that you have included in your Catalog.
Examples of valid cross section types include: 2L, L, HSSC, W, and so forth. Use an
asterisk (*) to indicate that the encasement item is applicable to all cross section types.

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Definition
Defines the ProgID of the encasement rule. The delivered definition is
SPSMemberEncasements.MemberEncaseDef.
Encasement Type
Specifies the encasement type. You can add encasement types by editing the Member
Fireproofing Application Type select list in the Catalog task.
1 Contour Fully Encased
2 Contour Flange Exposed
3 Block Fully Encased
4 Block Flange Exposed
5 Block with Voids
6 Block with Voids Flange Exposed
7 through 988 are reserved by Intergraph for future use
999 is Custom
Fireproofing Label
Defines the fireproofing label to use on drawings.
Member Type Category
Defines the member type to which the encasement item applies. Member types are defined
in the Structural Member Type select list in the Catalog task.
Setback Distance 1
Defines the distance between the Setback Reference 1 location and the
insulation/fireproofing.
Setback Distance 2
Defines the distance between the Setback Reference 2 location and the
insulation/fireproofing.
Setback Reference 1
Defines the location along the member from which to measure the insulation/fireproofing
setback.
 Part Start - The start of the member part, which takes into account any assembly
connection cutbacks or other features which may change member length.
 Part End - The end of the member part, which takes into account any assembly
connection cutbacks or other features which may change member length.
 Axis Start - The start of the member part's axis, which will remain unaffected by
member part features.
 Axis End - The end of the member part's axis, which will remain unaffected by member
part features.
Setback Reference 2
Defines the location along the member from which to measure the insulation/fireproofing
setback.

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Symbol Definition
Defines the ProgID of the insulation symbol.
See Also
Member Reference Data (on page 13)

StructCanRules Workbook
The StructCansRules-English.xls and StructCansRules-Metric.xls workbooks define the
inline, stub-end, and end can rules used in the Place Can command. The unique sheets in
this workbook are described below. For more information on common sheets, see Describing
the Common Sheets in the Workbooks in the Reference Data Guide.
In-Line Can Rule
Defines inline cans rules. For more information, see In-Line Can Rule (on page 50).
Stub End Can Rule
Defines stub end can rules. For more information, see Stub End Can Rule (on page 56).
End Can Rule
Defines end can rules. For more information, see End Can Rule (on page 60).
See Also
Member Reference Data (on page 13)

In-Line Can Rule

The In-Line Can Rule sheet in the StructCansRules.xls workbook defines in-line cans placed
using the Place Can command.
Part Number
Enter a part number for this can rule. Part numbers must be unique across the entire
catalog.
Part Description
Enter a description for the can rule.
Definition
Specifies the definition rule for the part class. Do not change the default value of
SM3DCanRules.InLine.
Description
Describes the definition rule for the part class.
Diameter Rule
Select how you want to define the diameter of the tube. You can select:
 Outer Diameter - Select this option to match the outside diameter of the tube with the
outside diameter of the supporting leg.
 Inner Diameter - Select this option to match the inside diameter of the tube with the
inside diameter of the supporting leg.

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 User Defined - Select this option to specify the diameter of the tube yourself. Cones will
be created if you define a diameter that is significantly larger than the supporting leg's
cross section.
Can Outside Diameter
Specify the outside diameter of the tube part of the can.
Can Inside Diameter
Specify the inside diameter of the tube part of the can.
Can Thickness
Specifies the plate thickness of the tube plate.
Cone 1 Thickness
Specifies the plate thickness of the cone.
Cone 1 Material
Defines the cone material type. The value that you enter here should match a value in the
MaterialType column on the Material sheet in the AllCommon.xls workbook.
Cone 1 Grade
Defines the cone grade. The value that you enter here should match a value in the
MaterialGrade column on the Material sheet in the AllCommon.xls workbook.
Cone 2 Thickness
Specifies the plate thickness of the cone.
Cone 2 Material
Defines the cone material type. The value that you enter here should match a value in the
MaterialType column on the Material sheet in the AllCommon.xls workbook.
Cone 2 Grade
Defines the cone grade. The value that you enter here should match a value in the
MaterialGrade column on the Material sheet in the AllCommon.xls workbook.
Minimum Extension Distance
Enter the absolute minimum distance that L2 and L3 can be.
L2 Computation Method
Specifies how you want Smart 3D to measure the L2 minimum distance.
 If you select Hull-Factor, Smart 3D calculates the outside diameter of the can times the
value you enter in the Tube 1 Factor box. The result is used as the minimum L2
distance, which is measured from the corresponding end of the can to the point on the
transverse member hull closest to that end of the can.

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 If you select Hull-Distance, Smart 3D uses the distance you specify in the Tube 1
Length box for L2, which is measured from the corresponding end of the can to the
point on the transverse member hull closest to that end of the can.

L2 and L3 Lengths when using a Hull Extension Method

 If you select Centerline-Factor, Smart 3D calculates the outside diameter of the can
times the value you enter in the Tube 1 Factor box. The result is used as the minimum
L2 distance, which is measured from the corresponding end of the can to the centerline
of the transverse member closest to that end of the can.
 If you select Centerline-Distance, Smart 3D uses the distance you specify in the Tube
1 Length box for L2, which is measured from the corresponding end of the can to the
centerline of the transverse member closest to that end of can.

L2 and L3 Lengths when using a Centerline Method

L2 Factor
Enter the factor to use to calculate L2. The default is 0.25.
L2 Length
Enter the L2 distance. This is the minimum distance that L2 can be.
L3 Computation Method
Specifies how you want Smart 3D to measure the L3 minimum distance.
 If you select Hull-Factor, Smart 3D calculates the outside diameter of the can times the
value you enter in the Tube 2 Factor box. The result is used as the minimum L2
distance which is measured from the corresponding end of the can to the point on the
transverse member hull closest to that end of the can.

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 If you select Hull-Distance, Smart 3D uses the distance you specify in the Tube 2
Length box for L3, which is measured from the corresponding end of the can to the
point on the transverse member hull closest to that end of the can.

L2 and L3 Lengths when using a Hull Extension Method

 If you select Centerline-Factor, Smart 3D calculates the outside diameter of the can
times the value you enter in the Tube 2 Factor box. The result is used as the minimum
L3 distance, which is measured from the corresponding end of the can to the centerline
of the transverse member closest to that end of the can.
 If you select Centerline-Distance, Smart 3D uses the distance you specify in the Tube
2 Length box for L3, which is measured from the corresponding end of the can to the
centerline of the transverse member closest to that end of can.

L2 and L3 Lengths when using a Centerline Method

L3 Factor
Enter the factor to use to calculate L3. The default is 0.25.
L3 Length
Enter the L3 distance. This is the minimum distance that L3 can be.
Cone 1 Length Method
Specifies how you want to define the length of the first cone transition.
 If you select Angle, the length of the transition is determined by the geometry of the can
diameter, the support member cross-section, and the angle specified in the Cone Angle
box. This is shown as Angle in the figures above.
 If you select Distance, the length of the transition is defined explicitly in the Cone
Length box. This distance is shown as L1 in the figures above.
 If you select Slope, the length of the transition is determined by the geometry of the can
diameter, the support member cross-section size, and the slope specified in the Cone
Slope box. This is shown as Slope in the figures above.
Cone 1 Slope
Specifies the slope of the cone transition. This option is available when Cone 1 Method is

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set to Slope.
Cone 1 Angle
Specifies the angle of the cone transition. This option is available when Cone 1 Method is
set to Angle.
Cone 1 Length
Specifies the length of the cone transition from the end of the support member to the start of
the can tube. This distance is shown as L1 in the figures above. This option is available
when Cone 1 Method is set to Distance.
Cone 2 Length Method
Specifies how you want to define the length of the end cone transition.
 If you select Angle, the length of the transition is determined by the geometry of the can
diameter, the support member cross-section, and the angle specified in the Cone Angle
box. This is shown as Angle in the figures above.
 If you select Distance, the length of the transition is defined explicitly in the Cone
Length box. This distance is shown as L4 in the figures above.
 If you select Slope, the length of the transition is determined by the geometry of the can
diameter, the support member cross-section size, and the slope specified in the Cone
Slope box. This is shown as Slope in the figures above.
Cone 2 Slope
Specifies the slope of the cone transition. This option is available when Cone 2 Method is
set to Slope.
Cone 2 Angle
Specifies the angle of the cone transition. This option is available when Cone 2 Method is
set to Angle.
Cone 2 Length
Specifies the length of the cone transition from the end of the support member to the start of
the can tube. This distance is shown as L4 in the figures above. This option is available

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when Cone 2 Method is set to Distance.

Chamfer Slope
Specifies the slope of the chamfer located at the end of the can where it transitions into the
cone.
Round off Distance
Enter the distance you want the overall can length rounded to. For example, if you enter 1
inch here and the final overall can length is calculated to be 32 feet 6-½ inches, the software
will round up the overall can length to 32 feet 7 inches.
Can Material
Defines the tube material type. The value that you enter here should match a value in the
MaterialType column on the Material sheet in the AllCommon.xls workbook.
Can Grade
Defines the tube grade. The value that you enter here should match a value in the
MaterialGrade column on the Material sheet in the AllCommon.xls workbook.

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Stub End Can Rule

The In-Line Can Rule sheet in the StructCansRules.xls workbook defines in-line cans placed
using the Place Can command.
Part Number
Enter a part number for this can rule. Part numbers must be unique across the entire
catalog.
Part Description
Enter a description for the can rule.
Definition
Specifies the definition rule for the part class. Do not change the default value of
SM3DCanRules.InLine.
Description
Describes the definition rule for the part class.
Diameter Rule
Select how you want to define the diameter of the tube. You can select:
 Outer Diameter - Select this option to match the outside diameter of the tube with the
outside diameter of the supporting leg.
 Inner Diameter - Select this option to match the inside diameter of the tube with the
inside diameter of the supporting leg.
 User Defined - Select this option to specify the diameter of the tube yourself. Cones will
be created if you define a diameter that is significantly larger than the supporting leg's
cross section.
Can Outside Diameter
Specify the outside diameter of the tube part of the can.
Can Inside Diameter
Specify the inside diameter of the tube part of the can.
Can Thickness
Specifies the plate thickness of the tube plate.
Cone Thickness
Specifies the plate thickness of the cone.
Cone Material
Defines the cone material type. The value that you enter here should match a value in the
MaterialType column on the Material sheet in the AllCommon.xls workbook.
Cone Grade
Defines the cone grade. The value that you enter here should match a value in the
MaterialGrade column on the Material sheet in the AllCommon.xls workbook.

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Minimum Extension Distance

Enter the absolute minimum distance that L2 and L3 can be.
L2 Computation Method
Specifies how you want Smart 3D to measure the L2 minimum distance.
 If you select Hull-Factor, Smart 3D calculates the outside diameter of the can times the
value you enter in the Tube 1 Factor box. The result is used as the minimum L2
distance, which is measured from the corresponding end of the can to the point on the
transverse member hull closest to that end of the can.
 If you select Hull-Distance, Smart 3D uses the distance you specify in the Tube 1
Length box for L2, which is measured from the corresponding end of the can to the
point on the transverse member hull closest to that end of the can.

L2 and L3 Lengths when using a Hull Extension Method

 If you select Centerline-Factor, Smart 3D calculates the outside diameter of the can
times the value you enter in the Tube 1 Factor box. The result is used as the minimum
L2 distance, which is measured from the corresponding end of the can to the centerline
of the transverse member closest to that end of the can.
 If you select Centerline-Distance, Smart 3D uses the distance you specify in the Tube
1 Length box for L2, which is measured from the corresponding end of the can to the
centerline of the transverse member closest to that end of can.

L2 and L3 Lengths when using a Centerline Method

L2 Factor
Enter the factor to use to calculate L2. The default is 0.25.
L2 Length
Enter the L2 distance. This is the minimum distance that L2 can be.
L3 Computation Method
Specifies how you want Smart 3D to measure the L3 minimum distance.

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 If you select Hull-Factor, Smart 3D calculates the outside diameter of the can times the
value you enter in the Tube 2 Factor box. The result is used as the minimum L2
distance which is measured from the corresponding end of the can to the point on the
transverse member hull closest to that end of the can.
 If you select Hull-Distance, Smart 3D uses the distance you specify in the Tube 2
Length box for L3, which is measured from the corresponding end of the can to the
point on the transverse member hull closest to that end of the can.

L2 and L3 Lengths when using a Hull Extension Method

 If you select Centerline-Factor, Smart 3D calculates the outside diameter of the can
times the value you enter in the Tube 2 Factor box. The result is used as the minimum
L3 distance, which is measured from the corresponding end of the can to the centerline
of the transverse member closest to that end of the can.
 If you select Centerline-Distance, Smart 3D uses the distance you specify in the Tube
2 Length box for L3, which is measured from the corresponding end of the can to the
centerline of the transverse member closest to that end of can.

L2 and L3 Lengths when using a Centerline Method

L3 Factor
Enter the factor to use to calculate L3. The default is 0.25.
L3 Length
Enter the L3 distance. This is the minimum distance that L3 can be.
Cone Length Method
Specifies how you want to define the length of the first cone transition.
 If you select Angle, the length of the transition is determined by the geometry of the can
diameter, the support member cross-section, and the angle specified in the Cone Angle
box. This is shown as Angle in the figures above.
 If you select Distance, the length of the transition is defined explicitly in the Cone
Length box. This distance is shown as L1 in the figures above.

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 If you select Slope, the length of the transition is determined by the geometry of the can
diameter, the support member cross-section size, and the slope specified in the Cone
Slope box. This is shown as Slope in the figures above.
Cone Slope
Specifies the slope of the cone transition. This option is available when Cone 1 Method is
set to Slope.
Cone Angle
Specifies the angle of the cone transition. This option is available when Cone 1 Method is
set to Angle.
Cone Length
Specifies the length of the cone transition from the end of the support member to the start of
the can tube. This distance is shown as L1 in the figures above. This option is available
when Cone 1 Method is set to Distance.

Chamfer Slope
Specifies the slope of the chamfer located at the end of the can where it transitions into the
cone.
Round off Distance
Enter the distance you want the overall can length rounded to. For example, if you enter 1
inch here and the final overall can length is calculated to be 32 feet 6-½ inches, the software
will round up the overall can length to 32 feet 7 inches.
Can Material
Defines the tube material type. The value that you enter here should match a value in the
MaterialType column on the Material sheet in the AllCommon.xls workbook.
Can Grade
Defines the tube grade. The value that you enter here should match a value in the
MaterialGrade column on the Material sheet in the AllCommon.xls workbook.

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End Can Rule

The In-Line Can Rule sheet in the StructCansRules.xls workbook defines in-line cans placed
using the Place Can command.
Part Number
Enter a part number for this can rule. Part numbers must be unique across the entire
catalog.
Part Description
Enter a description for the can rule.
Definition
Specifies the definition rule for the part class. Do not change the default value of
SM3DCanRules.InLine.
Description
Describes the definition rule for the part class.
Diameter Rule
Select how you want to define the diameter of the tube. You can select:
 Outer Diameter - Select this option to match the outside diameter of the tube with the
outside diameter of the supporting leg.
 Inner Diameter - Select this option to match the inside diameter of the tube with the
inside diameter of the supporting leg.
 User Defined - Select this option to specify the diameter of the tube yourself. Cones will
be created if you define a diameter that is significantly larger than the supporting leg's
cross section.
Can Outside Diameter
Specify the outside diameter of the tube part of the can.
Can Inside Diameter
Specify the inside diameter of the tube part of the can.
Can Thickness
Specifies the plate thickness of the tube plate.
Cone Thickness
Specifies the plate thickness of the cone.
Cone Material
Defines the cone material type. The value that you enter here should match a value in the
MaterialType column on the Material sheet in the AllCommon.xls workbook.
Cone Grade
Defines the cone grade. The value that you enter here should match a value in the
MaterialGrade column on the Material sheet in the AllCommon.xls workbook.

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Minimum Extension Distance

Enter the absolute minimum distance that L2 and L3 can be.
L2 Computation Method - Specifies how you want Smart 3D to measure the L2 minimum
distance.
 If you select Hull-Factor, Smart 3D calculates the outside diameter of the can times the
value you enter in the Tube 1 Factor box. The result is used as the minimum L2
distance, which is measured from the corresponding end of the can to the point on the
transverse member hull closest to that end of the can.
 If you select Hull-Distance, Smart 3D uses the distance you specify in the Tube 1
Length box for L2, which is measured from the corresponding end of the can to the
point on the transverse member hull closest to that end of the can.

L2 and L3 Lengths when using a Hull Extension Method

 If you select Centerline-Factor, Smart 3D calculates the outside diameter of the can
times the value you enter in the Tube 1 Factor box. The result is used as the minimum
L2 distance, which is measured from the corresponding end of the can to the centerline
of the transverse member closest to that end of the can.
 If you select Centerline-Distance, Smart 3D uses the distance you specify in the Tube
1 Length box for L2, which is measured from the corresponding end of the can to the
centerline of the transverse member closest to that end of can.

L2 and L3 Lengths when using a Centerline Method

L2 Factor
Enter the factor to use to calculate L2. The default is 0.25.
L2 Length
Enter the L2 distance. This is the minimum distance that L2 can be.
L3 Computation Method
Specifies how you want Smart 3D to measure the L3 minimum distance.
 If you select Hull-Factor, Smart 3D calculates the outside diameter of the can times the
value you enter in the Tube 2 Factor box. The result is used as the minimum L2

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distance which is measured from the corresponding end of the can to the point on the
transverse member hull closest to that end of the can.
 If you select Hull-Distance, Smart 3D uses the distance you specify in the Tube 2
Length box for L3, which is measured from the corresponding end of the can to the
point on the transverse member hull closest to that end of the can.

L2 and L3 Lengths when using a Hull Extension Method

 If you select Centerline-Factor, Smart 3D calculates the outside diameter of the can
times the value you enter in the Tube 2 Factor box. The result is used as the minimum
L3 distance, which is measured from the corresponding end of the can to the centerline
of the transverse member closest to that end of the can.
 If you select Centerline-Distance, Smart 3D uses the distance you specify in the Tube
2 Length box for L3, which is measured from the corresponding end of the can to the
centerline of the transverse member closest to that end of can.

L2 and L3 Lengths when using a Centerline Method

L3 Factor
Enter the factor to use to calculate L3. The default is 0.25.
L3 Length
Enter the L3 distance. This is the minimum distance that L3 can be.
Cone Length Method
Specifies how you want to define the length of the first cone transition.
 If you select Angle, the length of the transition is determined by the geometry of the can
diameter, the support member cross-section, and the angle specified in the Cone Angle
box. This is shown as Angle in the figures above.
 If you select Distance, the length of the transition is defined explicitly in the Cone
Length box. This distance is shown as L1 in the figures above.
 If you select Slope, the length of the transition is determined by the geometry of the can
diameter, the support member cross-section size, and the slope specified in the Cone
Slope box. This is shown as Slope in the figures above.

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Cone Slope
Specifies the slope of the cone transition. This option is available when Cone 1 Method is
set to Slope.
Cone Angle
Specifies the angle of the cone transition. This option is available when Cone 1 Method is
set to Angle.
Cone Length
Specifies the length of the cone transition from the end of the support member to the start of
the can tube. This distance is shown as L1 in the figures above. This option is available
when Cone 1 Method is set to Distance.

Chamfer Slope
Specifies the slope of the chamfer located at the end of the can where it transitions into the
cone.
Round off Distance
Enter the distance you want the overall can length rounded to. For example, if you enter 1
inch here and the final overall can length is calculated to be 32 feet 6-½ inches, the software
will round up the overall can length to 32 feet 7 inches.
Can Material
Defines the tube material type. The value that you enter here should match a value in the
MaterialType column on the Material sheet in the AllCommon.xls workbook.
Can Grade
Defines the tube grade. The value that you enter here should match a value in the
MaterialGrade column on the Material sheet in the AllCommon.xls workbook.

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Member Cross Sections

Member cross-section symbols are used in the Structure task.
All section tables delivered with the software use a specific set of cross-section symbols. Some
section tables use all the cross-section symbols in the set; some tables only use a subset of the
cross-section symbols. Each cross-section symbol has its own set of properties. When looking
at a section table workbook, you can determine the cross-section symbol that is being
referenced by that particular sheet by looking at the SymbolDefinition entry at the top of the
sheet.
The cross-section symbols are delivered with the reference data software in the [Reference
Data Folder]\SharedContent\CrossSections folder. You can create your own custom cross-
section symbols, sometimes referred to as arbitrary sections, using the 2D Symbols utility that is
delivered with the software.
The software uses the simple physical representation of the cross-section symbol to display the
member geometry in the model. You can change the display representation using the Selected
Aspects option of Format > View.
The delivered symbols contain a detailed physical representation. This representation is
available only for marine models, and is not used for plant and materials handling models.
The delivered symbols also contain a production physical representation. This representation is
available only for marine models in the Structural Manufacturing task, and is not used for plant
and materials handling models.
For more information, see Cross-Section Symbol Representations in the 2D Symbols User's
Guide.
Your customized symbols do not need to specify a detailed physical representation
and only require the interfaces and parameters listed below. The software uses the simple
physical shape to calculate the volume and surface area of the member. If you need more
accurate calculations, include fillets in the simple physical representation.
Required Interfaces
 IStructCrossSection
 IStructCrossSectionDimensions
Optional Interfaces
 IStructCrossSectionDesignProperties (only for CentroidX,Y to get Cardinal Point 10 unless
the symbol is symmetric and does not specify it in the parameter map)
 IStructCrossSectionUnitWeight (needed for unit weight reports)
 IStructAngleBoltGage, IstructFlangedBoltGage (only for the Vessel Framing command that
positions using these values)
 IStructFlangedSectionDimensions (needed for kdetail/kdesign)

Walls
The ReferenceStandard value in the cross section worksheet, the Name value in the
ReferenceStandard.xls worksheet, and the relationDestination value in the Hierarchy.xls
worksheet must all be set to the value Wall Cross-Sections to place walls.

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Cross Section Symbol 2L

The 2L cross section symbol defines double-angle sections and uses
the following properties.
Section Name
Type the section name. This name appears when you label
members. The section name must be unique within the section
standard.
Short Name
Type the short name for the section.
EDI Name
Type the Electronic Data Interchange name for the section. This name is used when
translating sections through CIMsteel. This property is currently not used.
Group Id
Type the material group identification for the section.
Unit Weight
Type the weight of the section. The unit weight is defined in mass per length, pound per foot
(lbm/ft).
Area
Type the cross-sectional area for the section. The area is defined in square inches or square
millimeters.
Depth
Type the depth for the section (longer legs). The depth is defined in inches or millimeters.
d
Type the other depth for the section (shorter legs). The depth is defined in inches or
millimeters.
bf
Type the width of a single angle. The width is defined in inches or millimeters.
Width
Type the width of the entire section. The width is defined in inches or millimeters.
Perimeter
Type the outside perimeter of the section.
tf
Type the flange thickness for the section. The thickness is defined in inches or millimeters.
tw
Type the web thickness for the section. The thickness is defined in inches or millimeters.

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kdesign
Type the distance from outer face of the flange to the web toe of the fillet of the rolled shape
or the equivalent distance on the welded section.
kdetail
Type the distance from outer face of the flange to the web toe of the fillet of the rolled shape
or the equivalent distance on welded section.
bb
Enter the back-to-back spacing on the section.
CentroidY
Type the centroid location along the y-axis. The location is defined in inches or millimeters.
Ixx
Type the moment of inertia for the section's local x-axis.
Zxx
Type the plastic section modulus for the section's local x-axis.
Sxx
Type the section modulus for the section's local x-axis.
Rxx
Type the radius of gyration for the section's local x-axis.
Ryy
Type the radius of gyration for the section's local y-axis.
ro
Type the polar radius of gyration about the shear center.
H
Type the flexural constant.
bb Configuration
Specifies which legs of the angles are placed back-to-back. Type 0 for equal leg angle. Type
1 to place the long legs back-to-back. Type 2 to place the short legs back-to-back.
lsg
Specify the bolt gage for the long side when there is one bolt row. For
more information, see Member Cross Sections (on page 64).
lsg1
Specify the gage distance to the first bolt row on the long side when
there are two bolt rows.
lsg2
Specify the gage distance between the first and second bolt rows on the
long side when there are two bolt rows.
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Specify the bolt gage for the short side when there is one bolt row.
ssg1
Specify the gage distance to the first bolt row on the short side when there are two bolt
rows.
ssg2
Specify the gage distance from the first bolt row to the second bolt row on the short side
when there are two bolt rows.
IsHollow
Specify if the cross-section is hollow or not. For this cross-section, the default value is
False.
IsSymmetricAlongX
Specify if the cross-section is symmetrical along the local x-axis. For this cross-section, the
default value is False.
IsSymmetricAlongY
Specify if the cross-section is symmetrical along the local y-axis. For this cross-section, the
default value is True.

Cross Section Symbol BUBoxFM

The BUBoxFM symbol uses the following properties.

Section Name
Type the section name. The section name must be unique within the section standard.
Short Name
Type the short name for the section.

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EDI Name
Type the Electronic Data Interchange name for the section. This name is used when
translating sections through CIMsteel. This property is currently not used.
Unit Weight
Type the weight of the section. The unit weight is defined in mass per length, pound per foot
(lbm/ft).
Area
Type the cross-section area for the section.
Depth
Type the depth for the section. The depth is defined in meters.
Width
Type the width for the section. The width is defined in meters.
Perimeter
The outside perimeter distance for the section.
Top Flange Width
Type the width of the top flange.
Top Flange Thickness
Type the thickness of the top flange.
Bottom Flange Width
Type the width of the bottom flange.
Bottom Flange Thickness
Type the thickness of the bottom flange.
Web Thickness
Type the thickness of the web.
Offset Left Web Top
Type the offset distance for the top left web.
Offset Right Web Top
Type the offset distance for the top right web.
Offset Left Web Bot
Type the offset distance for the bottom left web.
Offset Right Web Bot
Type the offset distance for the bottom right web.
CentroidX
Type the vertical distance from designated member edge to the centroidal axis.
CentroidY

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Type the vertical distance from designated member edge to the centroidal axis.
Ixx
Type the moment of inertia for the section's local x-axis.
Zxx
Type the plastic section modulus for the section's local x-axis.
Sxx
Type the section modulus for the section's local x-axis.
Rxx
Type the radius of gyration for the section's local x-axis.
Iyy
Type the moment of inertia for the section's local y-axis.
Zyy
Type the plastic section modulus for the section's local y-axis.
Syy
Type the section modulus for the section's local y-axis.
Ryy
Type the radius of gyration for the section's local y-axis.
J
Type the torsional moment of inertia for the section.
Cw
Type the warping constant for the section.
ro
Type the polar radius of gyration about the shear center.
H
Type the flexural constant for the section.
IsHollow
Specify if the cross-section is hollow or not. For this cross-section, the default value is True.
IsSymmetricAlongX
Specify if the cross-section is symmetrical along the local x-axis. For this cross-section,
whether or not the cross-section is symmetrical about the x-axis depends on dimensional
values.
IsSymmetricAlongY
Specify if the cross-section is symmetrical along the local y-axis. For this cross-section,
whether or not the cross-section is symmetrical about the y-axis depends on dimensional
values.
Symmetries about the x- and y-axes are defined by design properties only. The
Flange Width Extension (top and bottom) property is not a design property; therefore, the

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symmetry calculation is not affected by this property. This non-affect can cause
discrepancies between the symmetry of the cross-section graphic and the
IsSymmetricAlongX and IsSymmetricAlongY properties when non-zero width extensions
are defined.

Cross Section Symbol BUC

The BUC symbol uses the following properties.

Section Name
Type the section name. The section name must be unique within the section standard.
Short Name
Type the short name for the section.
EDI Name
Type the Electronic Data Interchange name for the section. This name is used when
translating sections through CIMsteel. This property is currently not used.
Unit Weight
Type the weight of the section. The unit weight is defined in mass per length pound per foot
(lbm/ft).
Area
Type the cross-section area for the section.
Depth

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Type the depth for the section. The depth is defined in meters
Width
Type the width for the section. The width is defined in meters.
Perimeter
The outside perimeter distance for the section.
Top Flange Width
Type the width of the top flange.
Top Flange Thickness
Type the thickness of the top flange.
Bottom Flange Width
Type the width of the bottom flange.
Bottom Flange Thickness
Type the thickness of the bottom flange.
Web Thickness
Type the thickness of the web.
Offset Web Top
Type the offset distance for the top web.
Offset Web Bot
Type the offset distance for the bottom web.
CentroidX
Type the vertical distance from designated member edge to the centroidal axis.
CentroidY
Type the vertical distance from designated member edge to the centroidal axis.
Ixx
Type the moment of inertia for the section's local x-axis.
Zxx
Type the plastic section modulus for the section's local x-axis.
Sxx
Type the section modulus for the section's local x-axis.
Rxx
Type the radius of gyration for the section's local x-axis.
Iyy
Type the moment of inertia for the section's local y-axis.
Zyy
Type the plastic section modulus for the section's local y-axis.

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Syy
Type the section modulus for the section's local y-axis.
Ryy
Type the radius of gyration for the section's local y-axis.
J
Type the torsional moment of inertia for the section.
Cw
Type the warping constant for the section.
ro
Type the polar radius of gyration about the shear center.
H
Type the flexural constant for the section.
gf
Type the bolt gage for the flange.
gw
Type the bolt gage for the web.
IsHollow
Specify if the cross-section is hollow or not. For this cross-section, the default value is
False.
IsSymmetricAlongX
Specify if the cross-section is symmetrical along the local x-axis. For this cross-section,
whether or not the cross-section is symmetrical about the x-axis depends on dimensional
values.
IsSymmetricAlongY
Specify if the cross-section is symmetrical along the local y-axis. For this cross-section,
whether or not the cross-section is symmetrical about the y-axis depends on dimensional
values.

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Cross Section Symbol BUCan

The BUCan symbol uses the following properties.

Section Name
Type the section name. The section name must be unique within the section standard.
Short Name
Type the short name for the section.
EDI Name
Type the Electronic Data Interchange name for the section. This name is used when
translating sections through CIMsteel. This property is currently not used.
Unit Weight
Type the weight of the section. The unit weight is defined in mass per length pound per foot
(lbm/ft).
Area
Type the cross-section area for the section.

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Depth
Type the depth for the section. The depth is defined in meters
Width
Type the width for the section. The width is defined in meters.
Perimeter
The outside perimeter distance for the section.
Tube Thickness
Type the plate thickness of the main tube plate.
Tube Diameter
Type the diameter of the main tube.
Diameter Start
Type the cone diameter at the can start.
Diameter End
Type the cone diameter at the can end.
Length Start Cone
Type the start cone length. You can also enter any negative number to indicate this length
should be 1/3 of the total length.
Length End Cone
Type the end cone length. You can also enter any negative number to indicate this length
should be 1/3 of the total length.
Cone 1 Thickness
Type the plate thickness for the cone closest to the start of the member.
Cone 1 Material
Type the plate material for the cone closest to the start of the member.
Cone 1 Grade
Type the plate material grade for the cone closest to the start of the member.
Cone 2 Thickness
Type the plate thickness for the cone closest to the end of the member.
Cone 2 Material
Type the plate material for the cone closest to the end of the member.
Cone 2 Grade
Type the plate material grade for the cone closest to the end of the member.
CentroidX
Type the vertical distance from designated member edge to the centroidal axis.

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CentroidY
Type the vertical distance from designated member edge to the centroidal axis.
Ixx
Type the moment of inertia for the section's local x-axis.
Zxx
Type the plastic section modulus for the section's local x-axis.
Sxx
Type the section modulus for the section's local x-axis.
Rxx
Type the radius of gyration for the section's local x-axis.
Iyy
Type the moment of inertia for the section's local y-axis.
Zyy
Type the plastic section modulus for the section's local y-axis.
Syy
Type the section modulus for the section's local y-axis.
Ryy
Type the radius of gyration for the section's local y-axis.
J
Type the torsional moment of inertia for the section.
Cw
Type the warping constant for the section.
ro
Type the polar radius of gyration about the shear center.
H
Type the flexural constant for the section.
IsHollow
Specify if the cross-section is hollow or not. For this cross-section, the default value is True.
IsSymmetricAlongX
Specify if the cross-section is symmetrical along the local x-axis. For this cross-section, the
default value is True.
IsSymmetricAlongY
Specify if the cross-section is symmetrical along the local y-axis. For this cross-section, the
default value is True.

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Cross Section Symbol BUCone

The BUCone symbol uses the following
properties.
Section Name
Type the section name. The section name
must be unique within the section standard.
Short Name
Type the short name for the section.
EDI Name
Type the Electronic Data Interchange name
for the section. This name is used when
translating sections through CIMsteel. This property is currently not used.
Unit Weight
Type the weight of the section. The unit weight is defined in mass per length pound per foot
(lbm/ft).
Area
Type the cross-section area for the section.
Depth
Type the depth for the section. The depth is defined in meters
Width
Type the width for the section. The width is defined in meters.
Perimeter
The outside perimeter distance for the section.
Cone Thickness
Type the plate thickness of the cone plate.
Diameter Start
Type the cone diameter at the start.
Diameter End
Type the cone diameter at the end.
Length Start Cone
Type the start cone length. You can also enter any negative number to indicate this length
should be 1/3 of the total length.
Length End Cone
Type the end cone length. You can also enter any negative number to indicate this length
should be 1/3 of the total length.

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CentroidX
Type the vertical distance from designated member edge to the centroidal axis.
CentroidY
Type the vertical distance from designated member edge to the centroidal axis.
Ixx
Type the moment of inertia for the section's local x-axis.
Zxx
Type the plastic section modulus for the section's local x-axis.
Sxx
Type the section modulus for the section's local x-axis.
Rxx
Type the radius of gyration for the section's local x-axis.
Iyy
Type the moment of inertia for the section's local y-axis.
Zyy
Type the plastic section modulus for the section's local y-axis.
Syy
Type the section modulus for the section's local y-axis.
Ryy
Type the radius of gyration for the section's local y-axis.
J
Type the torsional moment of inertia for the section.
Cw
Type the warping constant for the section.
ro
Type the polar radius of gyration about the shear center.
H
Type the flexural constant for the section.
IsHollow
Specify if the cross-section is hollow or not. For this cross-section, the default value is True.
IsSymmetricAlongX
Specify if the cross-section is symmetrical along the local x-axis. For this cross-section, the
default value is True.
IsSymmetricAlongY
Specify if the cross-section is symmetrical along the local y-axis. For this cross-section, the

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default value is True.

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Cross Section Symbol BUEndCan

The BUEndCan symbol uses the
following properties.
Section Name
Type the section name. The section
name must be unique within the
section standard.
Short Name
Type the short name for the
section.
EDI Name
Type the Electronic Data
Interchange name for the section.
This name is used when translating
sections through CIMsteel. This
property is currently not used.
Unit Weight
Type the weight of the section. The
unit weight is defined in mass per
length pound per foot (lbm/ft).
Area
Type the cross-section area for the section.
Depth
Type the depth for the section. The depth is defined in meters
Width
Type the width for the section. The width is defined in meters.
Perimeter
The outside perimeter distance for the section.
Tube Thickness
Type the plate thickness of the main tube plate.
Tube Diameter
Type the diameter of the main tube.
Diameter Cone
Type the cone diameter.
Cone Length
Type the start cone length. You can also enter any negative number to indicate this length
should be 1/3 of the total length.

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CentroidX
Type the vertical distance from designated member edge to the centroidal axis.
CentroidY
Type the vertical distance from designated member edge to the centroidal axis.
Ixx
Type the moment of inertia for the section's local x-axis.
Zxx
Type the plastic section modulus for the section's local x-axis.
Sxx
Type the section modulus for the section's local x-axis.
Rxx
Type the radius of gyration for the section's local x-axis.
Iyy
Type the moment of inertia for the section's local y-axis.
Zyy
Type the plastic section modulus for the section's local y-axis.
Syy
Type the section modulus for the section's local y-axis.
Ryy
Type the radius of gyration for the section's local y-axis.
J
Type the torsional moment of inertia for the section.
Cw
Type the warping constant for the section.
ro
Type the polar radius of gyration about the shear center.
H
Type the flexural constant for the section.
IsHollow
Specify if the cross-section is hollow or not. For this cross-section, the default value is True.
IsSymmetricAlongX
Specify if the cross-section is symmetrical along the local x-axis. For this cross-section, the
default value is True.
IsSymmetricAlongY
Specify if the cross-section is symmetrical along the local y-axis. For this cross-section, the

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default value is True.

Cross Section Symbol BUFlat

The BUFlat symbol uses the following
properties.
Section Name
Type the section name. The section name
must be unique within the section
standard.
Short Name
Type the short name for the section.
EDI Name
Type the Electronic Data Interchange
name for the section. This name is used
when translating sections through
CIMsteel. This property is currently not used.
Unit Weight
Type the weight of the section. The unit weight is defined in mass per length pound per foot
(lbm/ft).
Area
Type the cross-section area for the section.
Depth
Type the depth for the section. The depth is defined in meters
Width
Type the width for the section. The width is defined in meters.
Perimeter
The outside perimeter distance for the section.
Web Thickness
Type the thickness of the top flange.
CentroidX
Type the vertical distance from designated member edge to the centroidal axis.
CentroidY
Type the vertical distance from designated member edge to the centroidal axis.
Ixx
Type the moment of inertia for the section's local x-axis.
Zxx
Type the plastic section modulus for the section's local x-axis.

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Sxx
Type the section modulus for the section's local x-axis.
Rxx
Type the radius of gyration for the section's local x-axis.
Iyy
Type the moment of inertia for the section's local y-axis.
Zyy
Type the plastic section modulus for the section's local y-axis.
Syy
Type the section modulus for the section's local y-axis.
Ryy
Type the radius of gyration for the section's local y-axis.
J
Type the torsional moment of inertia for the section.
Cw
Type the warping constant for the section.
ro
Type the polar radius of gyration about the shear center.
H
Type the flexural constant for the section.
IsHollow
Specify if the cross-section is hollow or not. For this cross-section, the default value is
False.
IsSymmetricAlongX
Specify if the cross-section is symmetrical along the local x-axis. For this cross-section, the
default value is True.
IsSymmetricAlongY
Specify if the cross-section is symmetrical along the local y-axis. For this cross-section, the
default value is True.

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Cross Section Symbol BUI

The BUI symbol uses the following properties.

Section Name
Type the section name. The section name must be unique within the section standard.
Short Name
Type the short name for the section.
EDI Name
Type the Electronic Data Interchange name for the section. This name is used when
translating sections through CIMsteel. This property is currently not used.
Unit Weight
Type the weight of the section. The unit weight is defined in mass per length pound per foot
(lbm/ft).
Area
Type the cross-section area for the section.
Depth
Type the depth for the section. The depth is defined in meters
Width
Type the width for the section. The width is defined in meters.
Perimeter
The outside perimeter distance for the section.
Top Flange Width
Type the width of the top flange.

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Top Flange Thickness

Type the plate thickness of the top flange.
Web Thickness
Type the thickness of the top flange.
CentroidX
Type the vertical distance from designated member edge to the centroidal axis.
CentroidY
Type the vertical distance from designated member edge to the centroidal axis.
Ixx
Type the moment of inertia for the section's local x-axis.
Zxx
Type the plastic section modulus for the section's local x-axis.
Sxx
Type the section modulus for the section's local x-axis.
Rxx
Type the radius of gyration for the section's local x-axis.
Iyy
Type the moment of inertia for the section's local y-axis.
Zyy
Type the plastic section modulus for the section's local y-axis.
Syy
Type the section modulus for the section's local y-axis.
Ryy
Type the radius of gyration for the section's local y-axis.
J
Type the torsional moment of inertia for the section.
Cw
Type the warping constant for the section.
ro
Type the polar radius of gyration about the shear center.

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H
Type the flexural constant for the section.
gf
Type the bolt gage for the flange.
gw
Type the bolt gage for the web.
IsHollow
Specify if the cross-section is hollow or not. For this cross-section, the default value is
False.
IsSymmetricAlongX
Specify if the cross-section is symmetrical along the local x-axis. For this cross-section, the
default value is True.
IsSymmetricAlongY
Specify if the cross-section is symmetrical along the local y-axis. For this cross-section, the
default value is True.

Cross Section Symbol BUIHaunch

The BUIHaunch symbol uses the following properties.

Section Name
Type the section name. The section name must be unique within the section standard.
Short Name
Type the short name for the section.
EDI Name
Type the Electronic Data Interchange name for the section. This name is used when
translating sections through CIMsteel. This property is currently not used.
Unit Weight
Type the weight of the section. The unit weight is defined in mass per length pound per foot
(lbm/ft).
Area

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Type the cross-section area for the section.

Depth
Type the depth for the section. The depth is defined in meters.
Width
Type the width for the section. The width is defined in meters.
Perimeter
The outside perimeter distance for the section.
Top Flange Width
Type the width of the top flange.
Top Flange Thickness
Type the plate thickness of the top flange.
Bottom Flange Width
Type the width of the top flange.
Bottom Flange Thickness
Type the plate thickness of the top flange.
Length Start
Type the distance from the start of the member to where the haunch transition should start.
You can enter any negative number to indicate the distance should be 1/3 of the member
length.
Depth Start
Type the web depth at the start of the member.
Depth End
Type the web depth at the end of the member.
Depth Haunch
Type the web depth at the haunch.
Length End
Type the distance from the end of the member to where the haunch transition should end.
You can enter any negative number to indicate the distance should be 1/3 of the member
length.
Transition Gradient Start
Type the slope of the start transition.
Transition Gradient End
Type the slope of the end transition.
Web Thickness
Type the thickness of the top flange.
CentroidX

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Type the vertical distance from designated member edge to the centroidal axis.
CentroidY
Type the vertical distance from designated member edge to the centroidal axis.
Ixx
Type the moment of inertia for the section's local x-axis.
Zxx
Type the plastic section modulus for the section's local x-axis.
Sxx
Type the section modulus for the section's local x-axis.
Rxx
Type the radius of gyration for the section's local x-axis.
Iyy
Type the moment of inertia for the section's local y-axis.
Zyy
Type the plastic section modulus for the section's local y-axis.
Syy
Type the section modulus for the section's local y-axis.
Ryy
Type the radius of gyration for the section's local y-axis.
J
Type the torsional moment of inertia for the section.
Cw
Type the warping constant for the section.
ro
Type the polar radius of gyration about the shear center.
H
Type the flexural constant for the section.
IsHollow
Specify if the cross-section is hollow or not. For this cross-section, the default value is
False.
IsSymmetricAlongX
Specify if the cross-section is symmetrical along the local x-axis. For this cross-section,
whether or not the cross-section is symmetrical about the x-axis depends on dimensional
values.
IsSymmetricAlongY
Specify if the cross-section is symmetrical along the local y-axis. For this cross-section, the

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default value is True.

Symmetries about the x- and y-axes are defined by design properties only. The
Flange Width Extension (top and bottom) property is not a design property; therefore, the
symmetry calculation is not affected by this property. This non-affect can cause
discrepancies between the symmetry of the cross-section graphic and the
IsSymmetricAlongX and IsSymmetricAlongY properties when non-zero width extensions
are defined.

Cross Section Symbol BUITaperWeb

The BUITaperWeb symbol uses the following properties.

Section Name
Type the section name. The section name must be unique within the section standard.
Short Name
Type the short name for the section.
EDI Name
Type the Electronic Data Interchange name for the section. This name is used when
translating sections through CIMsteel. This property is currently not used.
Unit Weight

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Type the weight of the section. The unit weight is defined in mass per length pound per foot
(lbm/ft).
Area
Type the cross-section area for the section.
Depth
Type the depth for the section. The depth is defined in meters
Width
Type the width for the section. The width is defined in meters.
Perimeter
The outside perimeter distance for the section.
Top Flange Width
Type the width of the top flange.
Top Flange Thickness
Type the plate thickness of the top flange.
Bottom Flange Width
Type the width of the top flange.
Bottom Flange Thickness
Type the plate thickness of the top flange.
Web Thickness
Type the thickness of the top flange.
Depth Start
Type the web depth at the start of the member.
Depth End
Type the web depth at the end of the member.
CentroidX
Type the vertical distance from designated member edge to the centroidal axis.
CentroidY
Type the vertical distance from designated member edge to the centroidal axis.
Ixx
Type the moment of inertia for the section's local x-axis.
Zxx
Type the plastic section modulus for the section's local x-axis.
Sxx
Type the section modulus for the section's local x-axis.
Rxx

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Type the radius of gyration for the section's local x-axis.

Iyy
Type the moment of inertia for the section's local y-axis.
Zyy
Type the plastic section modulus for the section's local y-axis.
Syy
Type the section modulus for the section's local y-axis.
Ryy
Type the radius of gyration for the section's local y-axis.
J
Type the torsional moment of inertia for the section.
Cw
Type the warping constant for the section.
ro
Type the polar radius of gyration about the shear center.
H
Type the flexural constant for the section.
IsHollow
Specify if the cross-section is hollow or not. For this cross-section, the default value is
False.
IsSymmetricAlongX
Specify if the cross-section is symmetrical along the local x-axis. For this cross-section,
whether or not the cross-section is symmetrical depends on dimensional values.
IsSymmetricAlongY
Specify if the cross-section is symmetrical along the local y-axis. For this cross-section, the
default value is True.
Symmetries about the x- and y-axes are defined by design properties only. The
Flange Width Extension (top and bottom) property is not a design property; therefore, the
symmetry calculation is not affected by this property. This non-affect can cause
discrepancies between the symmetry of the cross-section graphic and the
IsSymmetricAlongX and IsSymmetricAlongY properties when non-zero width extensions
are defined.

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Cross Section Symbol BUIUE

The BUIUE symbol uses the following properties.

Section Name
Type the section name. The section name must be unique within the section standard.
Short Name
Type the short name for the section.
EDI Name
Type the Electronic Data Interchange name for the section. This name is used when
translating sections through CIMsteel. This property is currently not used.
Unit Weight
Type the weight of the section. The unit weight is defined in mass per length pound per foot
(lbm/ft).
Area
Type the cross-section area for the section.
Depth
Type the depth for the section. The depth is defined in meters
Width
Type the width for the section. The width is defined in meters.
Perimeter
The outside perimeter distance for the section.

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Top Flange Width

Type the width of the top flange.
Top Flange Thickness
Type the plate thickness of the top flange.
Bottom Flange Width
Type the width of the top flange.
Bottom Flange Thickness
Type the plate thickness of the top flange.
Web Thickness
Type the thickness of the top flange.
Depth Start
Type the web depth at the start of the member.
Depth End
Type the web depth at the end of the member.
CentroidX
Type the vertical distance from designated member edge to the centroidal axis.
CentroidY
Type the vertical distance from designated member edge to the centroidal axis.
Ixx
Type the moment of inertia for the section's local x-axis.
Zxx
Type the plastic section modulus for the section's local x-axis.
Sxx
Type the section modulus for the section's local x-axis.
Rxx
Type the radius of gyration for the section's local x-axis.
Iyy
Type the moment of inertia for the section's local y-axis.
Zyy
Type the plastic section modulus for the section's local y-axis.
Syy
Type the section modulus for the section's local y-axis.
Ryy
Type the radius of gyration for the section's local y-axis.

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J
Type the torsional moment of inertia for the section.
Cw
Type the warping constant for the section.
ro
Type the polar radius of gyration about the shear center.
H
Type the flexural constant for the section.

gf
Type the bolt gage for the flange.
gw
Type the bolt gage for the web.
IsHollow
Specify if the cross-section is hollow or not. For this cross-section, the default value is
False.
IsSymmetricAlongX
Specify if the cross-section is symmetrical along the local x-axis. For this cross-section,
whether or not the cross-section is symmetrical about the x-axis depends on dimensional
values.
IsSymmetricAlongY
Specify if the cross-section is symmetrical along the local y-axis. For this cross-section, the
default value is True.
Symmetries about the x- and y-axes are defined by design properties only. The
Flange Width Extension (top and bottom) property is not a design property; therefore, the
symmetry calculation is not affected by this property. This non-affect can cause
discrepancies between the symmetry of the cross-section graphic and the
IsSymmetricAlongX and IsSymmetricAlongY properties when non-zero width extensions
are defined.

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Cross Section Symbol BUL

The BUL symbol uses the following
properties.

Section Name
Type the section name. The section
name must be unique within the
section standard.
Short Name
Type the short name for the section.
EDI Name
Type the Electronic Data Interchange
name for the section. This name is
used when translating sections
through CIMsteel. This property is
currently not used.
Unit Weight
Type the weight of the section. The
unit weight is defined in mass per length pound per foot (lbm/ft).
Area
Type the cross-section area for the section.
Depth
Type the depth for the section. The depth is defined in meters
Width
Type the width for the section. The width is defined in meters.
Perimeter
The outside perimeter distance for the section.
Bottom Flange Width
Type the width of the top flange.
Bottom Flange Thickness
Type the plate thickness of the top flange.
Web Thickness
Type the thickness of the top flange.
Depth Start
Type the web depth at the start of the member.
Depth End
Type the web depth at the end of the member.

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CentroidX
Type the vertical distance from designated member edge to the centroidal axis.
CentroidY
Type the vertical distance from designated member edge to the centroidal axis.
Ixx
Type the moment of inertia for the section's local x-axis.
Zxx
Type the plastic section modulus for the section's local x-axis.
Sxx
Type the section modulus for the section's local x-axis.
Rxx
Type the radius of gyration for the section's local x-axis.
Iyy
Type the moment of inertia for the section's local y-axis.
Zyy
Type the plastic section modulus for the section's local y-axis.
Syy
Type the section modulus for the section's local y-axis.
Ryy
Type the radius of gyration for the section's local y-axis.
J
Type the torsional moment of inertia for the section.
Cw
Type the warping constant for the section.
ro
Type the polar radius of gyration about the shear center.

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H
Type the flexural constant for the section.
lsg
Specify the bolt gage for the long side when there is one bolt row.
lsg1
Specify the gage distance to the first bolt row on the long side when there
are two bolt rows.
lsg2
Specify the gage distance from the first bolt row to the second bolt row on
the long side when there are two bolt rows.
ssg
Specify the bolt gage for the short side when there is one bolt row.
ssg1
Specify the gage distance to the first bolt row on the short side when there are two bolt
rows.
ssg2
Specify the gage distance from the first bolt row to the second bolt row on the short side
when there are two bolt rows.
IsHollow
Specify if the cross-section is hollow or not. For this cross-section, the default value is
False.
IsSymmetricAlongX
Specify if the cross-section is symmetrical along the local x-axis. For this cross-section, the
default value is False.
IsSymmetricAlongY
Specify if the cross-section is symmetrical along the local y-axis. For this cross-section,
whether or not the cross-section is symmetrical about the y-axis depends on dimensional
values.

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Cross Section Symbol BUT

The BUT symbol uses the following properties.

Section Name
Type the section name. The section name must be unique within the section standard.
Short Name
Type the short name for the section.
EDI Name
Type the Electronic Data Interchange name for the section. This name is used when
translating sections through CIMsteel. This property is currently not used.
Unit Weight
Type the weight of the section. The unit weight is defined in mass per length pound per foot
(lbm/ft).
Area
Type the cross-section area for the section.
Depth
Type the depth for the section. The depth is defined in meters
Width
Type the width for the section. The width is defined in meters.
Perimeter
The outside perimeter distance for the section.
Top Flange Width
Type the width of the top flange.
Top Flange Thickness

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Type the plate thickness of the top flange.

Web Thickness
Type the thickness of the top flange.
Depth Start
Type the web depth at the start of the member.
Depth End
Type the web depth at the end of the member.
CentroidX
Type the vertical distance from designated member edge to the centroidal axis.
CentroidY
Type the vertical distance from designated member edge to the centroidal axis.
Ixx
Type the moment of inertia for the section's local x-axis.
Zxx
Type the plastic section modulus for the section's local x-axis.
Sxx
Type the section modulus for the section's local x-axis.
Rxx
Type the radius of gyration for the section's local x-axis.
Iyy
Type the moment of inertia for the section's local y-axis.
Zyy
Type the plastic section modulus for the section's local y-axis.
Syy
Type the section modulus for the section's local y-axis.
Ryy
Type the radius of gyration for the section's local y-axis.
J
Type the torsional moment of inertia for the section.
Cw
Type the warping constant for the section.
ro
Type the polar radius of gyration about the shear center.
H

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Type the flexural constant for the section.

gf
Type the bolt gage for the flange.
gw
Type the bolt gage for the web.
IsHollow
Specify if the cross-section is hollow or not. For this cross-section, the default value is
False.
IsSymmetricAlongX
Specify if the cross-section is symmetrical along the local x-axis. For this cross-section, the
default value is False.
IsSymmetricAlongY
Specify if the cross-section is symmetrical along the local y-axis. For this cross-section, the
default value is True.

Cross Section Symbol BUTube

The BUTube symbol uses the following properties.
Section Name
Type the section name. The section name must
be unique within the section standard.
Short Name
Type the short name for the section.
EDI Name
Type the Electronic Data Interchange name for
the section. This name is used when translating
sections through CIMsteel. This property is currently not used.
Unit Weight
Type the weight of the section. The unit weight is defined in mass per length pound per foot
(lbm/ft).
Area
Type the cross-section area for the section.
Depth
Type the depth for the section. The depth is defined in meters
Width
Type the width for the section. The width is defined in meters.
Perimeter
The outside perimeter distance for the section.

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Tube Thickness
Type the plate thickness of the tube plate.
Tube Diameter
Type the diameter of the tube.
CentroidX
Type the vertical distance from designated member edge to the centroidal axis.
CentroidY
Type the vertical distance from designated member edge to the centroidal axis.
Ixx
Type the moment of inertia for the section's local x-axis.
Zxx
Type the plastic section modulus for the section's local x-axis.
Sxx
Type the section modulus for the section's local x-axis.
Rxx
Type the radius of gyration for the section's local x-axis.
Iyy
Type the moment of inertia for the section's local y-axis.
Zyy
Type the plastic section modulus for the section's local y-axis.
Syy
Type the section modulus for the section's local y-axis.
Ryy
Type the radius of gyration for the section's local y-axis.
J
Type the torsional moment of inertia for the section.
Cw
Type the warping constant for the section.
ro
Type the polar radius of gyration about the shear center.
H
Type the flexural constant for the section.
IsHollow
Specify if the cross-section is hollow or not. For this cross-section, the default value is True.
IsSymmetricAlongX

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Specify if the cross-section is symmetrical along the local x-axis. For this cross-section, the
default value is True.
IsSymmetricAlongY
Specify if the cross-section is symmetrical along the local y-axis. For this cross-section, the
default value is True.

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Cross Section Symbol C (MC)

The C cross-section symbol defines channel sections and uses the
following properties. The C symbol is also used for MC cross-
sections.
Section Name
Type the section name. This name appears when you label
members. The section name must be unique within the section
standard.
Short Name
Type the short name for the section.
EDI Name
Type the Electronic Data Interchange name for the section. This
name is used when translating sections through CIMsteel. This
property is currently not used.
Group Id
Type the material group identification for the section.
Unit Weight
Type the weight of the section. The unit weight is defined in mass per length pound per foot
(lbm/ft).
Area
Type the cross-sectional area for the section. The area is defined in square inches or square
millimeters.
Depth
Type the depth for the section. The depth is defined in inches or millimeters.
Width
Type the flange width for the section. The width is defined in inches or millimeters.
Perimeter
The outside perimeter distance for the section.
d
Type the depth for the section. The depth is defined in inches or millimeters.
bf
Type the flange width for the section. The width is defined in inches or millimeters.
tw
Type the web thickness for the section. The thickness is defined in inches or millimeters.
tf
Type the flange thickness for the section. The thickness is defined in inches or millimeters.

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kdesign
Type the distance from the outer face of the flange to the web toe of the fillet of the rolled
shape or the equivalent distance on the welded section.
kdetail
Type the distance from the outer face of the flange to the web toe of the fillet of the rolled
shape or the equivalent distance on welded section.
CentroidX
Type the centroid location along the x-axis. The location is defined in inches or millimeters.
eo_x
Type the shear center location along the x-axis. The location is defined in inches or
millimeters.
xp
Type the horizontal distance from the designated edge of member to its plastic neutral axis
(PNA). The distance is defined in inches or millimeters.
Ixx
Type the moment of inertia for the section's local x-axis.
Zxx
Type the plastic section modulus for the section's local x-axis.
Sxx
Type the section modulus for the section's local x-axis.
Rxx
Type the radius of gyration for the section's local x-axis.
Iyy
Type the moment of inertia for the section's local y-axis.
Zyy
Type the plastic section modulus for the section's local y-axis.
Syy
Type the section modulus for the section's local y-axis.
Ryy
Type the radius of gyration for the section's local y-axis.
J
Type the torsional moment of inertia for the section.
Cw
Type the warping constant for the section.
ro
Type the polar radius of gyration about the shear center.

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H
Type the flexural constant in LRFD Specification Equation E3-1.
gf
Type the bolt gage for the flange.
gw
Type the bolt gage for the web.
IsHollow
Specify if the cross-section is hollow or not. For this cross-section, the default value is
False.
IsSymmetricAlongX
Specify if the cross-section is symmetrical along the local x-axis. For this cross-section, the
default value is True.
IsSymmetricAlongY
Specify if the cross-section is symmetrical along the local y-axis. For this cross-section, the
default value is False.

Cross Section Symbol CS

The CS cross section symbol defines solid round sections and
uses the following properties.
Section Name
Type the section name. This name appears when you label
members. The section name must be unique within the
section standard.
Short Name
Type the short name for the section.
EDI Name
Type the Electronic Data Interchange name for the section. This name is used when
translating sections through CIMsteel. This property is currently not used.
Group Id
Type the material group identification for the section.
Unit Weight
Type the weight of the section. The unit weight is defined in mass per length pound per foot
(lbm/ft).
Area
Type the cross-sectional area for the section. The area is defined in square inches or square
millimeters.
Depth
Type the depth of the section.

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Width
Type the width of the section.
Perimeter
Type the outside perimeter distance for the section.
Ixx
Type the moment of inertia for the section's local x-axis.
Zxx
Type the plastic section modulus for the section's local x-axis.
Sxx
Type the section modulus for the section's local x-axis.
Rxx
Type the radius of gyration for the section's local x-axis.
Ryy
Type the radius of gyration for the section's local y-axis.
ro
Type the polar radius of gyration about the shear center.
H
Type the flexural constant.
IsHollow
Specify if the cross-section is hollow or not. For this cross-section, the default value is
False.
IsSymmetricAlongX
Specify if the cross-section is symmetrical along the local x-axis. For this cross-section, the
default value is True.
IsSymmetricAlongY
Specify if the cross-section is symmetrical along the local y-axis. For this cross-section, the
default value is True.

Cross Section Symbol HP

The HP cross section symbol uses the following properties.
Section Name
Type the section name. This name appears when you label
members. The section name must be unique within the section
standard.
Short Name
Type the short name for the section.

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EDI Name
Type the Electronic Data Interchange name for the section.
Group Id
Type the material group identification for the section.
Unit Weight
Type the nominal weight of the section. The unit weight is defined in mass per length, pound
per foot (lbm/ft).
Area
Type the cross-sectional area for the section. The area is defined in square inches or square
millimeters.
Depth
Type the overall depth for the member (longer legs for angles). The depth is defined in
inches or millimeters.
Width
Type the flange width. The width is defined in inches or millimeters.
Perimeter
Type the outside perimeter distance of the shape.
d
Type the other depth for the section (shorter legs). The depth is defined in inches or
millimeters.
bf
Type the flange width. The width is defined in inches or millimeters.
tw
Type the web thickness. The thickness is defined in inches or millimeters.
tf
Type the flange thickness. The thickness is defined in inches or millimeters.
kdesign
Type the distance from the outer face of the flange to the web toe of the fillet of the rolled
shape or the equivalent distance on the welded section.
kdetail
Type the distance from the outer face of the flange to the web toe of the fillet of the rolled
shape or the equivalent distance on welded section.
Fy3p
Type the theoretical maximum yield stress (F'").
Ixx
Type the moment of inertia about the x-axis.

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Zxx
Type the plastic section modulus about the x-axis.
Sxx
Type the elastic section modulus about the x-axis.
Rxx
Type the radius of gyration about the x-axis.
Iyy
Type the moment of inertia about the y-axis.
Zyy
Type the plastic section modulus about the y-axis.
Syy
Type the elastic section modulus about the y-axis.
Ryy
Type the radius of gyration about the y-axis.
J
Type the torsional moment of inertia.
Cw
Type the warping constant.
Wno
Type the normalized warping function.
Sw
Type the warping statical moment.
Qf
Type the statical moment at point in flange.
Qw
Type the statical moment at mid-depth of the section.
IsHollow
Specify if the cross-section is hollow or not. For this cross-section, the default value is
False.
IsSymmetricAlongX
Specify if the cross-section is symmetrical along the local x-axis. For this cross-section, the
default value is True.
IsSymmetricAlongY
Specify if the cross-section is symmetrical along the local y-axis. For this cross-section, the
default value is True.

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Cross Section Symbol HSSC (Pipe)

The HSSC cross section symbol defines circular, hollow
structural sections and uses the following properties. The
HSSC symbol is also used for Pipe cross-sections.
Section Name
Type the section name. This name appears when labeling
members. The section name must be unique within the
section standard.
Short Name
Type the short name for the section.
EDI Name
Type the Electronic Data Interchange name for the section. This name is used when
translating sections through CIMsteel. This property is currently not used.
Group Id
Type the material group identification for the section.
Unit Weight
Type the weight of the section. The unit weight is defined in mass per length pound per foot
(lbm/ft).
Area
Type the cross-section area for the section. The area is defined in square inches or square
millimeters.
Depth
Type the depth of the section.
Width
Type the width of the section.
Perimeter
The outside perimeter distance for the section.
tnom
Type the nominal wall thickness of the section.
tdes
Type the design wall thickness of the section.
D_t
Type the ratio of the diameter to the thickness.
Ixx
Type the moment of inertia for the section's local x-axis.

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Zxx
Type the plastic section modulus for the section's local x-axis.
Sxx
Type the section modulus for the section's local x-axis.
Rxx
Type the radius of gyration for the section's local x-axis.
Iyy
Type the moment of inertia for the section's local y-axis.
Zyy
Type the plastic section modulus for the section's local y-axis.
Syy
Type the section modulus for the section's local y-axis.
Ryy
Type the radius of gyration for the section's local y-axis.
J
Type the torsional moment of inertia for the section.
IsHollow
Specify if the cross-section is hollow or not. For this cross-section, the default value is True.
IsSymmetricAlongX
Specify if the cross-section is symmetrical along the local x-axis. For this cross-section, the
default value is True.
IsSymmetricAlongY
Specify if the cross-section is symmetrical along the local y-axis. For this cross-section, the
default value is True.

Cross Section Symbol HSSCs

The HSSC cross section symbol defines circular, hollow
structural sections and uses the following properties. The
HSSC symbol is also used for Pipe cross-sections.
Section Name
Type the section name. This name appears when labeling
members. The section name must be unique within the
section standard.
Short Name
Type the short name for the section.
EDI Name
Type the Electronic Data Interchange name for the section. This name is used when

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translating sections through CIMsteel. This property is currently not used.

Group Id
Type the material group identification for the section.
Unit Weight
Type the weight of the section. The unit weight is defined in mass per length pound per foot
(lbm/ft).
Area
Type the cross-section area for the section. The area is defined in square inches or square
millimeters.
Depth
Type the depth of the section.
Width
Type the width of the section.
Perimeter
The outside perimeter distance for the section.
tnom
Type the nominal wall thickness of the section.
tdes
Type the design wall thickness of the section.
D_t
Type the ratio of the diameter to the thickness.
Ixx
Type the moment of inertia for the section's local x-axis.
Zxx
Type the plastic section modulus for the section's local x-axis.
Sxx
Type the section modulus for the section's local x-axis.
Rxx
Type the radius of gyration for the section's local x-axis.
Iyy
Type the moment of inertia for the section's local y-axis.
Zyy
Type the plastic section modulus for the section's local y-axis.
Syy
Type the section modulus for the section's local y-axis.

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Ryy
Type the radius of gyration for the section's local y-axis.
J
Type the torsional moment of inertia for the section.
IsHollow
Specify if the cross-section is hollow or not. For this cross-section, the default value is True.
IsSymmetricAlongX
Specify if the cross-section is symmetrical along the local x-axis. For this cross-section, the
default value is True.
IsSymmetricAlongY
Specify if the cross-section is symmetrical along the local y-axis. For this cross-section, the
default value is True.
Has Seam
Specify if the cross-section has a seam indicator or not. For this cross-section, the default
value is True (1).

Seam Angle
Defines the location of the seam. This angle is measured clockwise from orientation vector

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of the member looking down the member from the start end.

Cross Section Symbol HSSR

The HSSR cross section symbol defines rectangular,
hollow, structural sections and uses the following
properties.
Section Name
Type the section name. This name appears when you
label members. The section name must be unique
within the section standard.
Short Name
Type the short name for the section.
EDI Name
Type the Electronic Data Interchange name for the section. This name is used when
translating sections through CIMsteel. This property is currently not used.
Group Id
Type the material group identification for the section.
Unit Weight
Type the weight of the section. The unit weight is defined in mass per length pound per foot
(lbm/ft).
Area
Type the cross-section area for the section. The area is defined in square inches and square
millimeters.
Depth
Type the overall depth of the section.
Width
Type the width for the section. The width is defined in inches or millimeters.
Perimeter

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The outside perimeter distance for the section.

tnom
Type the nominal wall thickness of the section.
tdes
Type the design wall thickness of the section.
b_t
Type the width to thickness ratio of the section.
h_t
Type the height to thickness ratio of the section.
Ixx
Type the moment of inertia for the section's local x-axis.
Zxx
Type the plastic section modulus for the section's local x-axis.
Sxx
Type the section modulus for the section's local x-axis.
Rxx
Type the radius of gyration for the section's local x-axis.
Iyy
Type the moment of inertia for the section's local y-axis.
Zyy
Type the plastic section modulus for the section's local y-axis.
Syy
Type the section modulus for the section's local y-axis.
Ryy
Type the radius of gyration for the section's local y-axis.
J
Type the torsional moment of inertia for the section.
IsHollow
Specify if the cross-section is hollow or not. For this cross-section, the default value is True
(1).
IsSymmetricAlongX
Specify if the cross-section is symmetrical along the local x-axis. For this cross-section, the
default value is True (1).
IsSymmetricAlongY
Specify if the cross-section is symmetrical along the local y-axis. For this cross-section, the
default value is True (1).

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Cross Section Symbol HSSRs

The HSSRs cross section symbol defines rectangular, hollow, structural sections with a seam
indicator and uses the following properties.
Section Name
Type the section name. This name appears when you
label members. The section name must be unique
within the section standard.
Short Name
Type the short name for the section.
EDI Name
Type the Electronic Data Interchange name for the section. This name is used when
translating sections through CIMsteel. This property is currently not used.
Group Id
Type the material group identification for the section.
Unit Weight
Type the weight of the section. The unit weight is defined in mass per length pound per foot
(lbm/ft).
Area
Type the cross-section area for the section. The area is defined in square inches and square
millimeters.
Depth
Type the overall depth of the section.
Width
Type the width for the section. The width is defined in inches or millimeters.
Perimeter
The outside perimeter distance for the section.
tnom
Type the nominal wall thickness of the section.
tdes
Type the design wall thickness of the section.
b_t
Type the width to thickness ratio of the section.
h_t
Type the height to thickness ratio of the section.
Ixx
Type the moment of inertia for the section's local x-axis.

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Zxx
Type the plastic section modulus for the section's local x-axis.
Sxx
Type the section modulus for the section's local x-axis.
Rxx
Type the radius of gyration for the section's local x-axis.
Iyy
Type the moment of inertia for the section's local y-axis.
Zyy
Type the plastic section modulus for the section's local y-axis.
Syy
Type the section modulus for the section's local y-axis.
Ryy
Type the radius of gyration for the section's local y-axis.
J
Type the torsional moment of inertia for the section.
IsHollow
Specify if the cross-section is hollow or not. For this cross-section, the default value is True
(1).
IsSymmetricAlongX
Specify if the cross-section is symmetrical along the local x-axis. For this cross-section, the
default value is True (1).
IsSymmetricAlongY
Specify if the cross-section is symmetrical along the local y-axis. For this cross-section, the
default value is True (1).
Has Seam
Specify if the cross-section has a seam indicator or not. For this cross-section, the default

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value is True (1).

Seam Angle
Defines the location of the seam. This angle is measured clockwise from orientation vector
of the member looking down the member from the start end.

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Cross Section Symbol HW

The HW symbol uses the following properties.

Section Name
Type the section name. The section name must be unique within the section standard.
Short Name
Type the short name for the section.
EDI Name
Type the Electronic Data Interchange name for the section. This name is used when
translating sections through CIMsteel. This property is currently not used.
Group Id
Type the material group identification for the section.
Angle
Define the angle.
Unit Weight
Type the weight of the section. The unit weight is defined in mass per length pound per foot
(lbm/ft).
Area
Type the cross-section area for the section.
Depth
Type the depth for the section. The depth is defined in meters
Width
Type the width for the section. The width is defined in meters.

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Perimeter
The outside perimeter distance for the section.
d
Type the depth for the section.
bf
Type the width for the section.
tw
Type the web thickness for the section. The thickness is defined in meters.
tf
Type the flange thickness for the section. The thickness is defined in meters.
kdesign
Type the distance from the outer face of the flange to the web toe of the fillet of the rolled
shape or the equivalent distance on the welded section.
kdetail
Type the distance from the outer face of the flange to the web toe of the fillet of the rolled
shape or the equivalent distance on welded section.
CentroidY
Type the vertical distance from designated member edge to the centroidal axis.
Ixx
Type the moment of inertia for the section's local x-axis.
Zxx
Type the plastic section modulus for the section's local x-axis.
Sxx
Type the section modulus for the section's local x-axis.
Rxx
Type the radius of gyration for the section's local x-axis.
Iyy
Type the moment of inertia for the section's local y-axis.
Zyy
Type the plastic section modulus for the section's local y-axis.
Syy
Type the section modulus for the section's local y-axis.
Ryy
Type the radius of gyration for the section's local y-axis.

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J
Type the torsional moment of inertia for the section.
Cw
Type the warping constant for the section.
ro
Type the polar radius of gyration about the shear center.
H
Type the flexural constant for the section.

Cross Section Symbol HWWF

The HWWF symbol uses the following properties.

Section Name
Type the section name. The section name must be unique within the section standard.
Short Name
Type the short name for the section.
EDI Name
Type the Electronic Data Interchange name for the section. This name is used when
translating sections through CIMsteel. This property is currently not used.
Group Id
Type the material group identification for the section.
Angle
Define the angle.
Flange Right Width
Define the flange width on the right side.

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Flange Left Width

Define the flange width on the left side.
Unit Weight
Type the weight of the section. The unit weight is defined in mass per length pound per foot
(lbm/ft).
Area
Type the cross-section area for the section.
Depth
Type the depth for the section. The depth is defined in meters
Width
Type the width for the section. The width is defined in meters.
Perimeter
The outside perimeter distance for the section.
d
Type the depth for the section.
bf
Type the width for the section.
tw
Type the web thickness for the section. The thickness is defined in meters.
tf
Type the flange thickness for the section. The thickness is defined in meters.
kdesign
Type the distance from the outer face of the flange to the web toe of the fillet of the rolled
shape or the equivalent distance on the welded section.
kdetail
Type the distance from the outer face of the flange to the web toe of the fillet of the rolled
shape or the equivalent distance on welded section.
CentroidX
Type the horizontal distance from the designated member edge to the centroidal axis.
CentroidY
Type the vertical distance from the designated member edge to the centroidal axis.
Ixx
Type the moment of inertia for the section's local x-axis.
Zxx
Type the plastic section modulus for the section's local x-axis.

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Sxx
Type the section modulus for the section's local x-axis.
Rxx
Type the radius of gyration for the section's local x-axis.
Iyy
Type the moment of inertia for the section's local y-axis.
Zyy
Type the plastic section modulus for the section's local y-axis.
Syy
Type the section modulus for the section's local y-axis.
Ryy
Type the radius of gyration for the section's local y-axis.
J
Type the torsional moment of inertia for the section.
Cw
Type the warping constant for the section.
ro
Type the polar radius of gyration about the shear center.
H
Type the flexural constant for the section.

Cross Section Symbol L

The L cross section symbol uses the following properties.
Section Name
Type the section name. This name appears when you label
members. The section name must be unique within the section
standard.
Short Name
Type the short name for the section.
EDI Name
Type the Electronic Data Interchange name for the section. This name is used when
translating sections through CIMsteel. This property is currently not used.
Group Id
Type the material group identification for the section.
Unit Weight
Type the weight of the section. The unit weight is defined in mass per length pound per foot

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(lbm/ft).
Area
Type the cross-section area for the section. The area is defined in square inches or square
millimeters.
Depth
Type the depth for the section. The depth is defined in inches or millimeters.
Width
Type the breadth for the section. The breadth is defined in inches or millimeters.
Perimeter
The outside perimeter distance for the section.
d
Type the overall depth (longer leg) for the section. The depth is defined in inches or
millimeters.
bf
Type the overall width (shorter leg) for the section. The width is defined in inches or
millimeters.
tf
Type the flange thickness for the section. The thickness is defined in inches or millimeters.
tw
Type the web thickness for the section. The thickness is defined in inches or millimeters.
kdesign
Type the distance from the outer face of the flange to the web toe of the fillet of the rolled
shape or the equivalent distance on the welded section.
kdetail
Type the distance from the outer face of the flange to the web toe of the fillet of the rolled
shape or the equivalent distance on welded section.
CentroidX
Type the location of the centroid along the local x-axis. The location is defined in inches or
millimeters.
CentroidY
Type the location of the centroid along the local y-axis. The location is defined in inches or
millimeters.
xp
Type the distance from the designated edge of angle to its plastic neutral axis (PNA) along
the local x-axis.
yp
Type the distance from the designated edge of angle to its plastic neutral axis (PNA) along
the local y-axis.

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Ixx
Type the moment of inertia for the section's local x-axis.
Zxx
Type the plastic section modulus for the section's local x-axis.
Sxx
Type the section modulus for the section's local x-axis.
Rxx
Type the radius of gyration for the section's local x-axis.
Iyy
Type the moment of inertia for the section's local y-axis.
Zyy
Type the plastic section modulus for the section's local y-axis.
Syy
Type the section modulus for the section's local y-axis.
Ryy
Type the radius of gyration for the section's local y-axis.
Rxy
Type the radius of gyration about the local z-axis. The radius is defined in inches or
millimeters.
J
Type the torsional moment of inertia for the section.
Cw
Type the warping constant for the section.
ro
Type the polar radius of gyration about the shear center.
H

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Type the flexural constant for the section.

lsg
Specify the bolt gage for the long side when there is one bolt row.
lsg1
Specify the gage distance to the first bolt row on the long side when there are
two bolt rows.
lsg2
Specify the gage distance from the first bolt row to the second bolt row on the
long side when there are two bolt rows.

ssg
Specify the bolt gage for the short side when there is one bolt row.
ssg1
Specify the gage distance to the first bolt row on the short side when there are two bolt
rows.
ssg2
Specify the gage distance from the first bolt row to the second bolt row on the short side
when there are two bolt rows.
IsHollow
Specify if the cross-section is hollow or not. For this cross-section, the default value is
False.
IsSymmetricAlongX
Specify if the cross-section is symmetrical along the local x-axis. For this cross-section, the
default value is False.
IsSymmetricAlongY
Specify if the cross-section is symmetrical along the local y-axis. For this cross-section, the
default value is False.

Cross Section Symbol Rect

The Rect symbol uses the following properties.
Section Name
Type the section name. The section name must be unique
within the section standard.
Short Name
Type the short name for the section.
EDI Name
Type the Electronic Data Interchange name for the section.
This name is used when translating sections through CIMsteel. This property is currently not

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used.
Group Id
Type the material group identification for the section.
Unit Weight
Type the weight of the section. The unit weight is defined in mass per length pound per foot
(lbm/ft).
Area
Type the cross-section area for the section.
Depth
Type the depth for the section. The depth is defined in meters
Width
Type the width for the section. The width is defined in meters.
Perimeter
The outside perimeter distance for the section.
d
Type the depth for the section.
bf
Type the width for the section.
tw
Type the web thickness for the section. The thickness is defined in meters.
tf
Type the flange thickness for the section. The thickness is defined in meters.
kdesign
Type the distance from the outer face of the flange to the web toe of the fillet of the rolled
shape or the equivalent distance on the welded section.
kdetail
Type the distance from the outer face of the flange to the web toe of the fillet of the rolled
shape or the equivalent distance on welded section.
CentroidX
Type the horizontal distance from the designated member edge to the centroidal axis.
CentroidY
Type the vertical distance from the designated member edge to the centroidal axis.
Ixx
Type the moment of inertia for the section's local x-axis.
Zxx
Type the plastic section modulus for the section's local x-axis.

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Sxx
Type the section modulus for the section's local x-axis.
Rxx
Type the radius of gyration for the section's local x-axis.
Iyy
Type the moment of inertia for the section's local y-axis.
Zyy
Type the plastic section modulus for the section's local y-axis.
Syy
Type the section modulus for the section's local y-axis.
Ryy
Type the radius of gyration for the section's local y-axis.
J
Type the torsional moment of inertia for the section.
Cw
Type the warping constant for the section.
ro
Type the polar radius of gyration about the shear center.
H
Type the flexural constant for the section.

Cross Section Symbol RectC

The RectC symbol uses the following properties.

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Section Name
Type the section name. The section name must be unique within the section standard.
Short Name
Type the short name for the section.
EDI Name
Type the Electronic Data Interchange name for the section. This name is used when
translating sections through CIMsteel. This property is currently not used.
Group Id
Type the material group identification for the section.
Angle
Define the angle.
Setback
Define the setback. This value is defined in meters.
Unit Weight
Type the weight of the section. The unit weight is defined in mass per length pound per foot
(lbm/ft).
Area
Type the cross-section area for the section.
Depth
Type the depth for the section. The depth is defined in meters
Width
Type the width for the section. The width is defined in meters.
Perimeter
The outside perimeter distance for the section.
d
Type the depth for the section.
bf
Type the width for the section.
tw
Type the web thickness for the section. The thickness is defined in meters.
tf
Type the flange thickness for the section. The thickness is defined in meters.
kdesign
Type the distance from the outer face of the flange to the web toe of the fillet of the rolled
shape or the equivalent distance on the welded section.
kdetail

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Type the distance from the outer face of the flange to the web toe of the fillet of the rolled
shape or the equivalent distance on welded section.
CentroidX
Type the horizontal distance from the designated member edge to the centroidal axis.
CentroidY
Type the vertical distance from the designated member edge to the centroidal axis.
Ixx
Type the moment of inertia for the section's local x-axis.
Zxx
Type the plastic section modulus for the section's local x-axis.
Sxx
Type the section modulus for the section's local x-axis.
Rxx
Type the radius of gyration for the section's local x-axis.
Iyy
Type the moment of inertia for the section's local y-axis.
Zyy
Type the plastic section modulus for the section's local y-axis.
Syy
Type the section modulus for the section's local y-axis.
Ryy
Type the radius of gyration for the section's local y-axis.
J
Type the torsional moment of inertia for the section.
Cw
Type the warping constant for the section.
ro
Type the polar radius of gyration about the shear center.
H
Type the flexural constant for the section.

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Cross Section Symbol RectCWF

The RectCWF symbol uses the following properties.

Section Name
Type the section name. The section name must be unique within the section standard.
Short Name
Type the short name for the section.
EDI Name
Type the Electronic Data Interchange name for the section. This name is used when
translating sections through CIMsteel. This property is currently not used.
Group Id
Type the material group identification for the section.
Angle
Define the angle.
Setback
Define the setback. This value is defined in meters.
Flange Right Width
Define the flange width on the right side. This valve is defined in meters.
Flange Left Width
Define the flange width on the left side. This valve is defined in meters.
Unit Weight
Type the weight of the section. The unit weight is defined in mass per length pound per foot
(lbm/ft).
Area
Type the cross-section area for the section.

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Depth
Type the depth for the section. The depth is defined in meters
Width
Type the width for the section. The width is defined in meters.
Perimeter
The outside perimeter distance for the section.
d
Type the depth for the section.
bf
Type the width for the section.
tw
Type the web thickness for the section. The thickness is defined in meters.
tf
Type the flange thickness for the section. The thickness is defined in meters.
kdesign
Type the distance from the outer face of the flange to the web toe of the fillet of the rolled
shape or the equivalent distance on the welded section.
kdetail
Type the distance from the outer face of the flange to the web toe of the fillet of the rolled
shape or the equivalent distance on welded section.
CentroidX
Type the horizontal distance from the designated member edge to the centroidal axis.
CentroidY
Type the vertical distance from the designated member edge to the centroidal axis.
Ixx
Type the moment of inertia for the section's local x-axis.
Zxx
Type the plastic section modulus for the section's local x-axis.
Sxx
Type the section modulus for the section's local x-axis.
Rxx
Type the radius of gyration for the section's local x-axis.
Iyy
Type the moment of inertia for the section's local y-axis.

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Zyy
Type the plastic section modulus for the section's local y-axis.
Syy
Type the section modulus for the section's local y-axis.
Ryy
Type the radius of gyration for the section's local y-axis.
J
Type the torsional moment of inertia for the section.
Cw
Type the warping constant for the section.
ro
Type the polar radius of gyration about the shear center.
H
Type the flexural constant for the section.

Cross Section Symbol RectWF

The RectWF symbol uses the following properties.

Section Name
Type the section name. The section name must be unique within the section standard.
Short Name
Type the short name for the section.
EDI Name
Type the Electronic Data Interchange name for the section. This name is used when
translating sections through CIMsteel. This property is currently not used.

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Group Id
Type the material group identification for the section.
Flange Right Width
Define the flange width on the right side. This valve is defined in meters.
Flange Left Width
Define the flange width on the left side. This valve is defined in meters.
Unit Weight
Type the weight of the section. The unit weight is defined in mass per length pound per foot
(lbm/ft).
Area
Type the cross-section area for the section.
Depth
Type the depth for the section. The depth is defined in meters
Width
Type the width for the section. The width is defined in meters.
Perimeter
The outside perimeter distance for the section.
d
Type the depth for the section.
bf
Type the width for the section.
tw
Type the web thickness for the section. The thickness is defined in meters.
tf
Type the flange thickness for the section. The thickness is defined in meters.
kdesign
Type the distance from the outer face of the flange to the web toe of the fillet of the rolled
shape or the equivalent distance on the welded section.
kdetail
Type the distance from the outer face of the flange to the web toe of the fillet of the rolled
shape or the equivalent distance on welded section.
CentroidY
Type the vertical distance from designated member edge to the centroidal axis.
Ixx
Type the moment of inertia for the section's local x-axis.

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Zxx
Type the plastic section modulus for the section's local x-axis.
Sxx
Type the section modulus for the section's local x-axis.
Rxx
Type the radius of gyration for the section's local x-axis.
Iyy
Type the moment of inertia for the section's local y-axis.
Zyy
Type the plastic section modulus for the section's local y-axis.
Syy
Type the section modulus for the section's local y-axis.
Ryy
Type the radius of gyration for the section's local y-axis.
J
Type the torsional moment of inertia for the section.
Cw
Type the warping constant for the section.
ro
Type the polar radius of gyration about the shear center.
H
Type the flexural constant for the section.

Cross Section Symbol RS

The RS cross section symbol defines rectangular solids and uses the following properties.
Section Name
Type the section name. This name appears when you label
members. The section name must be unique within the
section standard.
Short Name
Type the short name for the section.
EDI Name
Type the Electronic Data Interchange name for the section.
This name is used when translating sections through CIMsteel. This property is currently not
used.

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Group Id
Type the material group identification for the section.
Unit Weight
Type the weight of the section. The unit weight is defined in mass per length pound per foot
(lbm/ft).
Area
Type the cross-section area for the section. The area is defined in square inches and square
millimeters.
Depth
Type the depth for the section. The depth is defined in inches or millimeters.
Width
Type the breadth for the section. The breadth is defined in inches or millimeters.
Perimeter
Type the outside perimeter distance for the section.
Ixx
Type the moment of inertia for the section's local x-axis.
Zxx
Type the plastic section modulus for the section's local x-axis.
Sxx
Type the section modulus for the section's local x-axis.
Rxx
Type the radius of gyration for the section's local x-axis.
Ryy
Type the radius of gyration for the section's local y-axis.
ro
Type the polar radius of gyration about the shear center.
H
Type the flexural constant for the section.
IsHollow
Specify if the cross-section is hollow or not. For this cross-section, the default value is
False.
IsSymmetricAlongX
Specify if the cross-section is symmetrical along the local x-axis. For this cross-section, the
default value is True.
IsSymmetricAlongY
Specify if the cross-section is symmetrical along the local y-axis. For this cross-section, the

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default value is True.

Cross Section Symbol S

The S cross section symbol uses the following properties.
Section Name
Type the section name. This name appears when you
label members. The section name must be unique within
the section standard.
Short Name
Type the short name for the section.
EDI Name
Type the Electronic Data Interchange name for the
section. This name is used when translating sections
through CIMsteel. This property is currently not used.
Group Id
Type the material group identification for the section.
Unit Weight
Type the weight of the section. The unit weight is defined in mass per length pound per foot
(lbm/ft).
Area
Type the cross-section area for the section.
Depth
Type the depth for the section. The depth is defined in inches.
Width
Type the flange width for the section. The width is defined in inches.
Perimeter
The outside perimeter distance for the section.
d
Type the overall depth for the section.
bf
Type the overall width for the section.
tw
Type the web thickness for the section. The thickness is defined in inches.
tf
Type the flange thickness for the section. The thickness is defined in inches.
kdesign
Type the distance from the outer face of the flange to the web toe of the fillet of the rolled

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shape or the equivalent distance on the welded section.

kdetail
Type the distance from the outer face of the flange to the web toe of the fillet of the rolled
shape or the equivalent distance on welded section.
Fy3p
Type the maximum yield for the compact web for the section.
Ixx
Type the moment of inertia for the section's local x-axis.
Zxx
Type the plastic section modulus for the section's local x-axis.
Sxx
Type the section modulus for the section's local x-axis.
Rxx
Type the radius of gyration for the section's local x-axis.
Iyy
Type the moment of inertia for the section's local y-axis.
Zyy
Type the plastic section modulus for the section's local y-axis.
Syy
Type the section modulus for the section's local y-axis.
Ryy
Type the radius of gyration for the section's local y-axis.
J
Type the torsional moment of inertia for the section.
Cw
Type the warping constant for the section.
Wno
Type the normalized warping function. The function is defined in square inches or square
millimeters.
Sw
Type the warping statical moment. The moment is defined in in4 or mm4.

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Qf
Type the first moment of area for the flange.
Qw
Type the first moment of area for the web.

gf
Type the bolt gage for the flange.
gw
Type the bolt gage for the web.
IsHollow
Specify if the cross-section is hollow or not. For this cross-section, the default value is
False.
IsSymmetricAlongX
Specify if the cross-section is symmetrical along the local x-axis. For this cross-section, the
default value is True.
IsSymmetricAlongY
Specify if the cross-section is symmetrical along the local y-axis. For this cross-section, the
default value is True.

Cross Section Symbol ST

The ST cross section symbol uses the following properties.
Section Name
Type the section name. This name appears when you label
members. The section name must be unique within the
section standard.
Short Name
Type the short name for the section.
EDI Name
Type the Electronic Data Interchange name for the section.
This name is used when translating sections through
CIMsteel. This property is currently not used.
Group Id
Type the material group identification for the section.
Unit Weight
Type the weight of the section. The unit weight is defined in mass per length pound per foot
(lbm/ft).
Area
Type the cross-section area for the section.

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Depth
Type the depth for the section. The depth is defined in inches.
Width
Type the flange width for the section. The width is defined in inches.
Perimeter
The outside perimeter distance for the section.
d
Type the depth for the section.
bf
Type the width for the section.
tw
Type the web thickness for the section. The thickness is defined in inches.
tf
Type the flange thickness for the section. The thickness is defined in inches.
kdesign
Type the distance from the outer face of the flange to the web toe of the fillet of the rolled
shape or the equivalent distance on the welded section.
kdetail
Type the distance from the outer face of the flange to the web toe of the fillet of the rolled
shape or the equivalent distance on welded section.
CentroidY
Type the distance to the centroid along the local y-axis. This distance is defined in inches or
millimeters.
yp
Type the distance from the designated edge of angle to its plastic neutral axis along the
local y-axis.
Ixx
Type the moment of inertia for the section's local x-axis.
Zxx
Type the plastic section modulus for the section's local x-axis.
Sxx
Type the section modulus for the section's local x-axis.
Rxx
Type the radius of gyration for the section's local x-axis.
Iyy
Type the moment of inertia for the section's local y-axis.

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Zyy
Type the plastic section modulus for the section's local y-axis.
Syy
Type the section modulus for the section's local y-axis.
Ryy
Type the radius of gyration for the section's local y-axis.
J
Type the torsional moment of inertia for the section.
Cw
Type the warping constant for the section.
ro
Type the polar radius of gyration about the shear center.
H
Type the flexural constant for the section.
gf
Type the bolt gage for the flange.
gw
Type the bolt gage for the web.
IsHollow
Specify if the cross-section is hollow or not. For this cross-section, the default value is
False.
IsSymmetricAlongX
Specify if the cross-section is symmetrical along the local x-axis. For this cross-section, the
default value is False.
IsSymmetricAlongY
Specify if the cross-section is symmetrical along the local y-axis. For this cross-section, the
default value is True.

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Cross Section Symbol T (MT)

The T cross-section symbol uses the following properties. The T symbol is also used for MT
cross-sections.
Section Name
Type the section name. This name appears when you
label members. The section name must be unique within
the section standard.
Short Name
Type the short name for the section.
EDI Name
Type the Electronic Data Interchange name for the section. This name is used when
translating sections through CIMsteel. This property is currently not used.
Group Id
Type the material group identification for the section.
Unit Weight
Type the weight of the section. The unit weight is defined in mass per length pound per foot
(lbm/ft).
Area
Type the cross-section area for the section.
Depth
Type the depth for the section. The depth is defined in inches.
Width
Type the flange width for the section. The width is defined in inches.
Perimeter
The outside perimeter distance for the section.
d
Type the depth for the section.
bf
Type the width for the section.
tw
Type the web thickness for the section. The thickness is defined in inches.
tf
Type the flange thickness for the section. The thickness is defined in inches.
kdesign
Type the distance from the outer face of the flange to the web toe of the fillet of the rolled
shape or the equivalent distance on the welded section.

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kdetail
Type the distance from the outer face of the flange to the web toe of the fillet of the rolled
shape or the equivalent distance on welded section.
CentroidY
Type the vertical distance from designated member edge to the centroidal axis.
yp
Type the distance from designated edge of angle to its plastic neutral axis along the local y-
axis.
Ixx
Type the moment of inertia for the section's local x-axis.
Zxx
Type the plastic section modulus for the section's local x-axis.
Sxx
Type the section modulus for the section's local x-axis.
Rxx
Type the radius of gyration for the section's local x-axis.
Iyy
Type the moment of inertia for the section's local y-axis.
Zyy
Type the plastic section modulus for the section's local y-axis.
Syy
Type the section modulus for the section's local y-axis.
Ryy
Type the radius of gyration for the section's local y-axis.
J
Type the torsional moment of inertia for the section.
Cw
Type the warping constant for the section.
ro
Type the polar radius of gyration about the shear center.
H
Type the flexural constant for the section.

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gf
Type the bolt gage for the flange.
gw
Type the bolt gage for the web.
IsHollow
Specify if the cross-section is hollow or not. For this cross-section, the default value is
False.
IsSymmetricAlongX
Specify if the cross-section is symmetrical along the local x-axis. For this cross-section, the
default value is False.
IsSymmetricAlongY
Specify if the cross-section is symmetrical along the local y-axis. For this cross-section, the
default value is True.

Cross Section Symbol W (M)

The W symbol uses the following properties. The W symbol is also used for M cross-sections.
Section Name
Type the section name. This name appears when you label
members. The section name must be unique within the section
standard.
Short Name
Type the short name for the section.
Alternate EDI Name
Type the Electronic Data Interchange name for the section. This name is used when
translating sections through CIMsteel. This property is currently not used.
Group Id
Type the material group identification for the section.
Unit Weight
Type the weight of the section. The unit weight is defined in mass per length pound per foot
(lbm/ft).
Area
Type the cross-section area for the section.
Depth
Type the depth for the section. The depth is defined in inches.
Width
Type the flange width for the section. The width is defined in inches.
Perimeter

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The outside perimeter distance for the section.

d
Type the depth for the section.
bf
Type the width for the section.
tw
Type the web thickness for the section. The thickness is defined in inches.
tf
Type the flange thickness for the section. The thickness is defined in inches.
kdesign
Type the distance from the outer face of the flange to the web toe of the fillet of the rolled
shape or the equivalent distance on the welded section.
kdetail
Type the distance from the outer face of the flange to the web toe of the fillet of the rolled
shape or the equivalent distance on welded section.
Fy3p
Type the maximum yield stress for the section.
Ixx
Type the moment of inertia for the section's local x-axis.
Zxx
Type the plastic section modulus for the section's local x-axis.
Sxx
Type the section modulus for the section's local x-axis.
Rxx
Type the radius of gyration for the section's local x-axis.
Iyy
Type the moment of inertia for the section's local y-axis.
Zyy
Type the plastic section modulus for the section's local y-axis.
Syy
Type the section modulus for the section's local y-axis.
Ryy
Type the radius of gyration for the section's local y-axis.
J
Type the torsional moment of inertia for the section.

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Cw
Type the warping constant for the section.
Wno
Type the normalized warping function. The function is defined in square inches or square
millimeters.
Sw
Type the warping statical moment. The moment is defined in in4 or mm4.
Qf
Type the first moment of area for the flange.
Qw
Type the first moment of area for the web.

gf
Type the bolt gage for the flange.
gw
Type the bolt gage for the web.
IsHollow
Specify if the cross-section is hollow or not. For this cross-section, the default value is
False.
IsSymmetricAlongX
Specify if the cross-section is symmetrical along the local x-axis. For this cross-section, the
default value is True.
IsSymmetricAlongY
Specify if the cross-section is symmetrical along the local y-axis. For this cross-section, the
default value is True.

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Cross Section Symbol Wedge

The Wedge symbol uses the following properties.

Section Name
Type the section name. The section name must be unique within the section standard.
Short Name
Type the short name for the section.
EDI Name
Type the Electronic Data Interchange name for the section. This name is used when
translating sections through CIMsteel. This property is currently not used.
Group Id
Type the material group identification for the section.
Angle Right
Define the angle on the right side of the web.
Angle Left
Define the angle on the left side of the web.
Unit Weight
Type the weight of the section. The unit weight is defined in mass per length pound per foot
(lbm/ft).
Area
Type the cross-section area for the section.
Depth
Type the depth for the section. The depth is defined in meters
Width
Type the width for the section. The width is defined in meters.

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Perimeter
The outside perimeter distance for the section.
d
Type the depth for the section.
bf
Type the width for the section.
tw
Type the web thickness for the section. The thickness is defined in meters.
tf
Type the flange thickness for the section. The thickness is defined in meters.
kdesign
Type the distance from the outer face of the flange to the web toe of the fillet of the rolled
shape or the equivalent distance on the welded section.
kdetail
Type the distance from the outer face of the flange to the web toe of the fillet of the rolled
shape or the equivalent distance on welded section.
CentroidX
Type the horizontal distance from the designated member edge to the centroidal axis.
CentroidY
Type the vertical distance from the designated member edge to the centroidal axis.
Ixx
Type the moment of inertia for the section's local x-axis.
Zxx
Type the plastic section modulus for the section's local x-axis.
Sxx
Type the section modulus for the section's local x-axis.
Rxx
Type the radius of gyration for the section's local x-axis.
Iyy
Type the moment of inertia for the section's local y-axis.
Zyy
Type the plastic section modulus for the section's local y-axis.
Syy
Type the section modulus for the section's local y-axis.
Ryy

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Type the radius of gyration for the section's local y-axis.

J
Type the torsional moment of inertia for the section.
Cw
Type the warping constant for the section.
ro
Type the polar radius of gyration about the shear center.
H
Type the flexural constant for the section.

Cross Section Symbol WedgeWF

The WedgeWF symbol uses the following properties.

Section Name
Type the section name. The section name must be unique within the section standard.
Short Name
Type the short name for the section.
EDI Name
Type the Electronic Data Interchange name for the section. This name is used when
translating sections through CIMsteel. This property is currently not used.
Group Id
Type the material group identification for the section.
Angle Right
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Angle Left
Define the angle on the left side of the web.
Flange Right Width
Define the flange width on the right side.
Flange Left Width
Define the flange width on the left side.
Unit Weight
Type the weight of the section. The unit weight is defined in mass per length pound per foot
(lbm/ft).
Area
Type the cross-section area for the section.
Depth
Type the depth for the section. The depth is defined in meters
Width
Type the width for the section. The width is defined in meters.
Perimeter
The outside perimeter distance for the section.
d
Type the depth for the section.
bf
Type the width for the section.
tw
Type the web thickness for the section. The thickness is defined in meters.
tf
Type the flange thickness for the section. The thickness is defined in meters.
kdesign
Type the distance from the outer face of the flange to the web toe of the fillet of the rolled
shape or the equivalent distance on the welded section.
kdetail
Type the distance from the outer face of the flange to the web toe of the fillet of the rolled
shape or the equivalent distance on welded section.
CentroidX
Type the horizontal distance from the designated member edge to the centroidal axis.
CentroidY
Type the vertical distance from the designated member edge to the centroidal axis.
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Type the moment of inertia for the section's local x-axis.

Zxx
Type the plastic section modulus for the section's local x-axis.
Sxx
Type the section modulus for the section's local x-axis.
Rxx
Type the radius of gyration for the section's local x-axis.
Iyy
Type the moment of inertia for the section's local y-axis.
Zyy
Type the plastic section modulus for the section's local y-axis.
Syy
Type the section modulus for the section's local y-axis.
Ryy
Type the radius of gyration for the section's local y-axis.
J
Type the torsional moment of inertia for the section.
Cw
Type the warping constant for the section.
ro
Type the polar radius of gyration about the shear center.
H
Type the flexural constant for the section.

Cross Section Symbol WT

The WT cross section symbol uses the following properties.
Section Name
Type the section name. This name appears when you
label members. The section name must be unique within
the section standard.
Short Name
Type the short name for the section.
EDI Name
Type the Electronic Data Interchange name for the
section.
Group Id

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Type the material group identification for the section.

Unit Weight
Type the nominal weight of the section. The unit weight is defined in mass per length, pound
per foot (lbm/ft).
Area
Type the cross-sectional area for the section. The area is defined in square inches or square
millimeters.
Depth
Type the overall depth for the member (longer legs for angles). The depth is defined in
inches or millimeters.
Width
Type the flange width. The width is defined in inches or millimeters.
Perimeter
Type the outside perimeter distance of the shape.
d
Type the overall depth of the section (longer legs for angles). The depth is defined in inches
or millimeters.
bf
Type the flange width. The width is defined in inches or millimeters.
tw
Type the web thickness. The thickness is defined in inches or millimeters.
tf
Type the flange thickness. The thickness is defined in inches or millimeters.
kdesign
(for design) Type the distance from the outer face of the flange to the web toe of the fillet of
the rolled shape or the equivalent distance on the welded section.
kdetail
(for detail) Type the distance from the outer face of the flange to the web toe of the fillet of
the rolled shape or the equivalent distance on welded section.
Ixx
Type the moment of inertia about the x-axis.
Zxx
Type the plastic section modulus about the x-axis.
Sxx
Type the elastic section modulus about the x-axis.
Rxx
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Iyy
Type the moment of inertia about the y-axis.
Zyy
Type the plastic section modulus about the y-axis.
Syy
Type the elastic section modulus about the y-axis.
Ryy
Type the radius of gyration about the y-axis.
J
Type the torsional moment of inertia.
Cw
Type the warping constant.
CentroidY
Type the centroid Y dimension.
yp
Type the vertical distance from the designated member edge to the plastic neutral axis.
ro
Type the polar radius of gyration about the shear center.
H
Type the flexural constant.
IsHollow
Specify if the cross-section is hollow or not. For this cross-section, the default value is
False.
IsSymmetricAlongX
Specify if the cross-section is symmetrical along the local x-axis. For this cross-section, the
default value is False.
IsSymmetricAlongY
Specify if the cross-section is symmetrical along the local y-axis. For this cross-section, the
default value is True.

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Slabs, Walls, and Openings Reference

Data
The reference data for slabs, walls, and openings is defined in the Microsoft Excel workbooks
listed below. The software delivers these workbooks to the [Product
Folder]\CatalogData\Bulkload\Datafiles folder.
 The StructOpeningsMetric.xls workbook defines standard opening shapes in the reference
data. For more information, see StructOpeningsMetric Workbook (on page 159).
 The StructSlabGeneral.xls workbook defines slabs in the reference data. For more
information, see StructSlabGeneral Workbook (on page 153).
 The StructSlabLayer.xls workbook defines layers for slabs. For more information, see
StructSlabLayer Workbook (on page 157).
 The StructSlabAssemblyConnections.xls workbook defines the assembly connections
that are place on slab edges. For more information, see StructSlabAssemblyConnections
Workbook (on page 163).
 The StructWallCrossSection.xls workbook defines wall cross-sections in the reference
data. For more information about the cross sections, see Member Cross Sections (on page
64).
 The StructWallGeneral.xls workbook defines walls in the reference data. For more
information, see StructWallGeneral Workbook (on page 164).
 The StructWallLayer.xls workbook defines layers for walls. For more information, see
StructWallLayer Workbook (on page 168).
 The StructWallOperators.xls workbook defines wall trimming macros.
 The StructWallAssemblyConnections.xls workbook defines all the wall assembly
connections that you can use. For more information, see StructWallAssemblyConnections
Workbook (on page 170).

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StructSlabGeneral Workbook
The StructSlabGeneral.xls workbook defines the slabs that you want to add to your catalog
and hence to your model. When creating your slabs, there are custom attributes and required
attributes. You can add your custom attributes using the Custom Interfaces sheet (described in
the Reference Data Guide.)
Before defining slabs in this workbook, you must define the layers that you plan to use to
compose your slabs in the StructSlabLayer.xls workbook. For more information, see
StructSlabLayer Workbook (on page 157).
After defining your layers, you define the compositions of your slabs in the Slab Composition
Type sheet of this workbook. When the compositions are defined, you can then define your
slabs in the Slab General Type sheet of this workbook.
See Also
Slabs, Walls, and Openings Reference Data (on page 152)
Slab Composition (on page 155)
Slab General Type (on page 153)
Define a Slab (on page 155)

Slab General Type

The Slab General Type sheet in the StructSlabGeneral.xls workbook defines the slabs that
you want in your catalog. When creating your slabs, there are custom attributes and required
attributes. You can add your custom attributes using the Custom Interfaces sheet (described in
the Reference Data Guide.)
Before defining slabs in this sheet, you must define the layer combinations in the Slab
Composition Type sheet.
Part Number
Enter a part number for the slab. This identification must be unique across the entire
catalog.
Part Description
Enter a description for the slab.
Name Rule
Specify the name rule that you want to use to name this slab.
Priority
Specify the priority codelist value. Valid values are defined in the AllCodeLists.xls
workbook on the Slab Priority sheet in the Codelist column.
Continuity
Specify the continuity codelist value. Valid values are defined in the AllCodeLists.xls
workbook on the Slab Continuity sheet in the Codelist column.
Composition
Enter the layer composition that you want to use. You must define these compositions in the
Slab Composition Type sheet.
Fire Rating

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Enter the fire rating for the slab.

Face Position
Specify face position codelist value. Valid values are defined in the AllCodeLists.xls
workbook on the Slab Face Position sheet in the Codelist column.
Normal Offset
Specify the default offset from the reference plane for the slab. You can change the offset
during placement if needed.
Boundary Offset Reference
Specifies the boundary offset reference codelist value. Valid values are defined in the
AllCodeLists.xls workbook on the Slab Boundary Reference sheet in the Codelist
column.
Boundary Offset
Enter the default boundary offset distance. You can change the offset during placement if
needed.
Main Direction Reference
Specify the slab direction codelist value. Valid values are defined in the AllCodeLists.xls
workbook on the Slab Direction Reference sheet in the Codelist column.
Main Direction Angle
Specifies the angle for the slab.
Fastener Type
Specify the slab fastener type codelist value. Valid values are defined in the
AllCodeLists.xls workbook on the Slab Fastener sheet in the Codelist column.
Shear Diaphragm Status
Type SDS Valid.
Angle
Displays the angle at which the slab is placed from the plane or reference plane.
Slope
Type the default slope for the slab.
Bound Slope Direction
Specifies the boundaries slope direction. Select 0. This property is used by the software
when importing slabs using CIMsteel. To change the options on the list, edit the Slab
Reference Direction select list in Catalog.
Bound Proj Direction
Type 0. This property is used by the software when importing slabs using CIMsteel.
Thickening Direction
Type 0. This property is used by the software when importing slabs using CIMsteel.

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Slab Composition
The Slab Composition Type sheet in the StructSlabGeneral.xls workbook defines the
combination of layers that you want to use in your slab. Before defining the combinations in this
sheet, you must define the layers that you plan to use in the StructSlabLayer.xls workbook. For
more information, see StructSlabLayer Workbook (on page 157).
When creating your slabs, there are custom attributes and required attributes. You can add your
custom attributes using the Custom Interfaces sheet (described in the Reference Data Guide.)
Part Number
Enter a unique identification for the combination. This identification must be unique across
the entire catalog.
Part Description
Enter a description for the combination.
Layer Number
Specify the number of layers that this combination will have.
Layer Type #
For each layer in the combination, enter the sheet name in the StructSlabLayer.xls
workbook that contains the layer that you want to specify. For example, in the delivered
StructSlabLayer.xls sample workbook, there are two sheets: SlabConcrete and SlabLayer.
If you wanted to use a layer defined in the SlabConcrete sheet, you would enter that sheet
name in this column.
Layer Part Number #
For each layer in the combination, enter the layer part number as specified on sheet you
specified in Layer Type # column in the StructSlabLayer.xls.

Define a Slab
1. Decide what layers will compose your slab and the basic properties for those layers and the
slab in general. You may want to write this information down so you always know what the
final slab should contain.
2. Define the layers that you need.
Define Slab Layers (on page 158)
3. Define the composition of layers for the slab.
Define Slab Compositions (on page 156)
4. In Microsoft Excel, open the [Product
Folder]\CatalogData\BulkLoad\DataFiles\StructSlabGeneral.xls workbook.
5. Select the Slab General Type sheet.
6. Between the Start and End keywords that appear in column A, add a row to the
spreadsheet. If a slab exists in the sheet that is similar to the slab that you want to define,
consider copying the existing row.

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7. Enter a part number for the slab. You will use this part number to select the slab during
placement, so use descriptive but short part numbers. In addition, this part number must be
unique across the entire catalog.
8. Enter a description for the slab.
9. Enter the name rule to use for the slab.
10. Enter the default slab priority. Valid values are listed in the AllCodeLists.xls workbook on
the Slab Priority sheet in the Codelist Number column.
11. Enter the slab continuity. Valid values are listed in the AllCodeLists.xls workbook on the
Slab Continuity sheet in the Codelist Number column.
12. Specify the slab composition part number that you want to use for this slab. This value is the
part number that you defined on the Slab Composition Type sheet.
13. Finish defining the attribute values for the slab. For more information about each attribute,
refer to Slab General Type (on page 153).
14. Click File > Save to save your changes.
15. Bulk load the spreadsheets into the catalog.

 In column A of every row that you add, type the letter A to indicate to the Bulkload utility that
you are adding this row of information.
 For more information about the bulk loading, see Using the Bulkload Modes in the
Reference Data Guide.
See Also
Define Slab Layers (on page 158)
Define Slab Compositions (on page 156)

Define Slab Compositions

1. In Microsoft Excel, open the [Product
Folder]\CatalogData\BulkLoad\DataFiles\StructSlabGeneral.xls workbook.
2. Select the Slab Composition Type sheet in the workbook.
3. Between the Start and End keywords that appear in column A, add a row to the
spreadsheet. If a composition exists in the sheet that is similar to the composition that you
want to define, consider copying the existing row.
4. Enter a part number for the composition. You will use this part number when defining the
slab later, so use descriptive but short part numbers. In addition, this part number must be
unique across the entire catalog.
5. Enter a description for the composition.
6. In the Layer Number column, specify the number of layers that the composition will contain.
A composition can have up to eight layers.
7. In the Layer Type 1 column, specify the sheet name in the StructSlabLayer.xls workbook
that contains the first layer that you want to use in your composition.
8. In the Layer Part Num 1 column, specify the first layer's part number that you want to use in
your composition.

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9. Continue defining sheet names and layer part numbers until you have specified the number
of layers that you declared in the Layer Number column.
10. Click File > Save to save your changes.

 In column A of every row that you add, type the letter A to indicate to the Bulkload utility that
you are adding this row of information.
 For more information about the bulk loading, see Using the Bulkload Modes in the
Reference Data Guide.
See Also
Define a Slab (on page 155)

StructSlabLayer Workbook
The StructSlabLayer.xls workbook defines the individual layers of slabs that you want to place.
When creating your layers, there are custom attributes and required attributes. You can add
your custom attributes using the Custom Interfaces sheet (described in the Reference Data
Guide.)
For each layer part class type that you define, you must have the following required attributes
defined.
Part Number
Type a part number for the layer. The part number must be unique across the entire catalog.
Part Description
Type a description for the layer.
Continuity
Enter the continuity codelist value for this layer. Valid codelist values are defined in the
AllCodeLists.xls workbook on the Slab Continuity sheet in the Codelist column.
Material
Enter a description of the layer material.
Grade
Enter the material grade of the layer.
Thickness
Enter the thickness of the layer.
SubInterface Name
Enter the interface name.
See Also
Slabs, Walls, and Openings Reference Data (on page 152)
Define a Slab (on page 155)

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Define Slab Layers

1. In Microsoft Excel, open the [Product
Folder]\CatalogData\BulkLoad\DataFiles\StructSlabLayer.xls workbook.
2. Select the sheet that best describes the layer that you want to add. For example, if you were
adding a layer that consists of a sheet of corrugated steel, you would select the Slab
Corrugated sheet. Similarly, if you were adding fireproofing layer, you would select the Slab
Fireproofing sheet. If there is not a sheet that fits, refer to the Reference Data Guide for
information about adding part classes to the catalog.
3. Between the Start and End keywords that appear in column A, add a row to the
spreadsheet. If a layer exists in the sheet that is similar to the layer that you want to define,
consider copying the existing row.
4. Enter a part number for the layer. You will use this part number when defining the layer
compositions later, so use descriptive but short part numbers. In addition, this part number
must be unique across the entire catalog.
5. Enter a part description in the Part Description column.
6. Enter the continuity codelist value. Valid values are defined in the AllCodeLists.xls
workbook on the Slab Continuity sheet in the Codelist Number column.
7. Type a description of the material in the Material column.
8. Type a description of the material grade in the Grade column.
9. Enter a thickness for the layer.
10. Enter the Sub Interface name for the layer in the SubInterface Name column. This is the
VB symbol macro code that knows how to interpret the attributes of the layer. If you are not
sure of what to enter, use what is entered for other layers on the same sheet.
11. Define values for any other attribute listed on the sheet.
12. Click File > Save to save your changes.

 In column A of every row that you add, type the letter A to indicate to the Bulkload utility that
you are adding this row of information.
 For more information about the bulk loading, see Using the Bulkload Modes in the
Reference Data Guide.
See Also
Define a Slab (on page 155)

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StructOpeningsMetric Workbook
The StructOpeningsMetric.xls workbook defines the standard openings that you want to add
to your catalog and hence to your model. When creating your openings, there are custom
attributes and required attributes. You can add your custom attributes using the Custom
Interfaces sheet (described in the Reference Data Guide.)
See Also
Oval Opening (on page 159)
Rectangle Opening (on page 160)
Square Opening (on page 161)
Triangle Opening (on page 162)

Oval Opening
The Oval Opening sheet in the StructOpeningsMetric.xls workbook defines oval openings
that you can place in the model.
Part Number
Enter a part number for the opening. This identification must be unique across the entire
catalog.
Part Description
Enter a description for the opening.
Section Name
Specify a section name for the opening. This name must be unique within the section
standard.
Area
Enter the opening area. Be sure to include the unit of measurement when defining this
value.
Perimeter
Enter the total distance around the perimeter of the opening. Be sure to include the unit of
measurement when defining this value.
Custom
Specifies if the opening can be changed. Enter 1 if the opening can be changed. Enter 0 if
the opening cannot be changed.
Symbol Definition
Enter the symbol used to define the opening. For more information about creating 2D
symbols, see the 2D Symbols User's Guide available from the Help > Printable Guides
page in the software.
Major Axis
Enter the major axis length of the opening.
Minor Axis
Enter the minor axis length of the opening.

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Rectangle Opening
The Rectangle Opening sheet in the StructOpeningsMetric.xls workbook defines rectangular
openings that you can place in the model.
Part Number
Enter a part number for the opening. This identification must be unique across the entire
catalog.
Part Description
Enter a description for the opening.
Section Name
Specify a section name for the opening. This name must be unique within the section
standard.
Area
Enter the opening area. Be sure to include the unit of measurement when defining this
value.
Perimeter
Enter the total distance around the perimeter of the opening. Be sure to include the unit of
measurement when defining this value.
Custom
Specifies if the opening can be changed. Enter 1 if the opening can be changed. Enter 0 if
the opening cannot be changed.
Symbol Definition
Enter the symbol used to define the opening. For more information about creating 2D
symbols, see the 2D Symbols User's Guide available from the Help > Printable Guides
page in the software.
Length
Enter the opening length. This is the shorter side.
Width
Enter the opening width. This is the longer side.
Fillet
Enter the fillet radius at the corners of the opening.
See Also
Oval Opening (on page 159)
Square Opening (on page 161)
Triangle Opening (on page 162)

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Square Opening
The Square Opening sheet in the StructOpeningsMetric.xls workbook defines square
openings that you can place in the model.
Part Number
Enter a part number for the opening. This identification must be unique across the entire
catalog.
Part Description
Enter a description for the opening.
Section Name
Specify a section name for the opening. This name must be unique within the section
standard.
Area
Enter the opening area. Be sure to include the unit of measurement when defining this
value.
Perimeter
Enter the total distance around the perimeter of the opening. Be sure to include the unit of
measurement when defining this value.
Custom
Specifies if the opening can be changed. Enter 1 if the opening can be changed. Enter 0 if
the opening cannot be changed.
Symbol Definition
Enter the symbol used to define the opening. For more information about creating 2D
symbols, see the 2D Symbols User's Guide available from the Help > Printable Guides
page in the software.
Length
Enter the length of the opening.
Fillet
Enter the fillet radius at the corners of the opening.
See Also
Oval Opening (on page 159)
Rectangle Opening (on page 160)
Triangle Opening (on page 162)

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Triangle Opening
The Triangle Opening sheet in the StructOpeningsMetric.xls workbook defines triangular
openings that you can place in the model.
Part Number
Enter a part number for the opening. This identification must be unique across the entire
catalog.
Part Description
Enter a description for the opening.
Section Name
Specify a section name for the opening. This name must be unique within the section
standard.
Area
Enter the opening area. Be sure to include the unit of measurement when defining this
value.
Perimeter
Enter the total distance around the perimeter of the opening. Be sure to include the unit of
measurement when defining this value.
Custom
Specifies if the opening can be changed. Enter 1 if the opening can be changed. Enter 0 if
the opening cannot be changed.
Symbol Definition
Enter the symbol used to define the opening. For more information about creating 2D
symbols, see the 2D Symbols User's Guide available from the Help > Printable Guides
page in the software.
Length
Enter the opening length. This is the longest side of the triangle.
Width
Enter the opening width. This is the shorter two sides of the triangle.
Fillet
Enter the fillet radius at the corners of the opening.
Angle
Enter the non-90 degree corner angle.
See Also
Oval Opening (on page 159)
Rectangle Opening (on page 160)
Square Opening (on page 161)

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StructSlabAssemblyConnections Workbook
The StructSlabAssemblyConnections.xls workbook defines the slab assembly connections.
When creating your slab assembly connections, there are custom attributes and required
attributes. You can add your custom attributes using the Custom Interfaces sheet (described in
the Reference Data Guide.)
See Also
Slab By Member Boundary Assembly Connection (on page 163)
Slab Free Edge Assembly Connection (on page 164)

Slab By Member Boundary Assembly Connection

The SlabByMemberBndAsm sheet in the StructSlabAssemblyConnections.xls workbook
defines the slab assembly connections available when the slab is bounded by structural
members.
Name
Enter a part number for the assembly connection. This identification must be unique across
the entire catalog.
Definition
Specifies the assembly connection definition macro.
Clearance
Enter a clearance distance between the edge of the slab and the member.
Port Face Position
Select the location on the member at which the slab is to stop. You can select the outmost
plane, the centerline, or the in-most plane on the member.
Offset
Specify the distance between the selected Port Face Position and the edge of the slab. A
negative value moves the edge into the body of the slab. A positive value moves the edge
out from the body of the slab.
Detailed
Specifies if the assembly connection is a detailed connection.
See Also
Slab Free Edge Assembly Connection (on page 164)

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Slab Free Edge Assembly Connection

The SlabFreeEdgeAsm sheet in the StructSlabAssemblyConnections.xls workbook defines
the slab assembly connections available when the slab is bounded by a grid line.
Name
Enter a part number for the assembly connection. This identification must be unique across
the entire catalog.
Definition
Specifies the assembly connection definition macro.
Reference Direction
Select the reference direction for the angle:
 Normal - The angle is measured from a vector perpendicular to the slab edge.
 Horizontal - The angle is measured from the global XY plane in the model.
 Vertical - The angle is measured from the Z-Axis in the model.
Angle
Enter a slope for the slab edge represented by the assembly connection. If the slab was
place using the Face Position Top, the side face rotates about the top slab edge. If the slab
was placed using the Face Position Bottom, the side face rotates about the bottom slab
edge.
Offset
Specify the distance between the selected boundary object and the edge of the slab.

StructWallGeneral Workbook
The StructWallGeneral.xls workbook defines the walls that you want to add to your catalog and
hence to your model. When creating your walls, there are custom attributes and required
attributes. You can add your custom attributes using the Custom Interfaces sheet (described in
the Reference Data Guide.)
Before defining walls in this workbook, you must define the layers that you plan to use to
compose your walls in the StructWallLayer.xls workbook. For more information, see
StructWallLayer Workbook (on page 168).
After defining your layers, you define the compositions of your walls in the Wall Composition
Type sheet of this workbook. When the compositions are defined, you can then define your
walls in the Wall General Type sheet of this workbook.
See Also
Slabs, Walls, and Openings Reference Data (on page 152)
Wall Composition (on page 165)
Wall General Type (on page 166)
Define a Wall (on page 167)

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Wall Composition
The Wall Composition Type sheet in the StructWallGeneral.xls workbook defines the
combination of layers that you want to use in your wall. Before defining the combinations in this
sheet, you must define the layers that you plan to use in the StructWallLayer.xls workbook. For
more information, see StructWallLayer Workbook (on page 168).
When creating your walls, there are custom attributes and required attributes. You can add your
custom attributes using the Custom Interfaces sheet (described in the Reference Data Guide.)
Part Number
Enter a unique identification for the combination. This identification must be unique across
the entire catalog.
Part Description
Enter a description for the combination.
Layer Number
Specify the number of layers that this combination will have.
Reference Layer Number
Specify the layer on which more or less thickness is placed when you update the total
thickness of the wall.
Position
Enter the position number to specify the location where the cross section of the wall aligns
with the wall path. Refer to the wall's cross-section to determine the position locations. For
more information, see Member Cross Sections (on page 64).
Horizontal Offset
Defines the distance from the wall path to the defined position on the cross section. A zero
offset always puts the position on the path. You can enter a positive or a negative value to
position the wall on either side of the path.
Vertical Offset
Defines the vertical distance from the wall path to the defined position on the cross section.
A zero offset always puts the position on the path. You can enter a positive or a negative
value to position the wall above or below the path.
Cross Section
Enter the cross section name and dimensions.
Thickness
Enter the wall thickness in millimeters.
Height
Enter the wall height in millimeters.
Layer Type #
For each layer in the combination, enter the sheet name in the StructWallLayer.xls
workbook that contains the layer that you want to specify. For example, in the delivered
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If you wanted to use a layer defined in the WallConcrete sheet, you would enter that sheet
name in this column.
Layer Part Number #
For each layer in the combination, enter the layer part number as specified on sheet you
specified in Layer Type # column in the StructWallLayer.xls workbook.

Wall General Type

The Wall General Type sheet in the StructWallGeneral.xls workbook defines the walls that
you want in your catalog. When creating your walls, there are custom attributes and required
attributes. You can add your custom attributes using the Custom Interfaces sheet (described in
the Reference Data Guide.)
Before defining walls in this sheet, you must define the layer combinations in the Wall
Composition Type sheet.
Part Number
Enter a part number for the wall. This identification must be unique across the entire catalog.
Part Description
Enter a description for the wall.
Name Rule
Specify the name rule that you want to use to name this wall.
Priority
Specify the priority codelist value.
Continuity
Specify the continuity codelist value. Valid values are defined in the AllCodeLists.xls
workbook on the Struct Continuity sheet in the Codelist column.
Composition
Enter the layer composition that you want to use. You must define these compositions in the
Wall Composition Type sheet.
Boundary Offset Reference
Specifies the boundary offset reference codelist value. Valid values are defined in the
AllCodeLists.xls workbook on the Wall Boundary Reference sheet in the Codelist
column.
Boundary Offset
Enter the default boundary offset distance. If needed, you can change the offset during
placement,
Bearing
Enter True if the wall is a load bearing wall. Enter False if the wall is not a load bearing wall.

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Define a Wall
1. Decide what layers will compose your wall and the basic properties for those layers and the
wall in general. You may want to write this information down so you always know what the
final wall should contain.
2. Define the layers that you need.
Define Wall Layers (on page 169)
3. Define the composition of layers for the wall.
Define Wall Compositions (on page 168)
4. In Microsoft Excel, open the [Product
Folder]\CatalogData\BulkLoad\DataFiles\StructWallGeneral.xls workbook.
5. Select the Wall General Type sheet.
6. Between the Start and End keywords that appear in column A, add a row to the
spreadsheet. If a wall exists in the sheet that is similar to the wall that you want to define,
consider copying the existing row.
7. Enter a part number for the wall. You will use this part number to select the wall during
placement, so use descriptive but short part numbers. In addition, this part number must be
unique across the entire catalog.
8. Enter a description for the wall.
9. Enter the name rule to use for the wall.
10. Enter the default wall priority.
11. Enter the wall continuity. Valid values are listed in the AllCodeLists.xls workbook on the
Struct Continuity sheet in the Codelist Number column.
12. Specify the wall composition part number that you want to use for this wall. This value is the
part number that you defined on the Wall Composition Type sheet.
13. Finish defining the attribute values for the wall. For more information about each attribute,
refer to Wall General Type (on page 166).
14. Click File > Save to save your changes.
15. Bulk load the spreadsheets into the catalog.

 In column A of every row that you add, type the letter A to indicate to the Bulkload utility that
you are adding this row of information.
 For more information about the bulk loading, see Using the Bulkload Modes in the
Reference Data Guide.
See Also
Define Wall Layers (on page 169)
Define Wall Compositions (on page 168)

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Define Wall Compositions

1. In Microsoft Excel, open the [Product
Folder]\CatalogData\BulkLoad\DataFiles\StructWallGeneral.xls workbook.
2. Select the Wall Composition Type sheet in the workbook.
3. Between the Start and End keywords that appear in column A, add a row to the
spreadsheet. If a composition exists in the sheet that is similar to the composition that you
want to define, consider copying the existing row.
4. Enter a part number for the composition. You will use this part number when defining the
wall later, so use descriptive but short part numbers. In addition, this part number must be
unique across the entire catalog.
5. Enter a description for the composition.
6. In the Layer Number column, specify the number of layers that the composition will contain.
A composition can have up to eight layers.
7. In the Layer Type 1 column, specify the sheet name in the StructWallLayer.xls workbook
that contains the first layer that you want to use in your composition.
8. In the Layer Part Num 1 column, specify the first layer's part number that you want to use in
your composition.
9. Continue defining sheet names and layer part numbers until you have specified the number
of layers that you declared in the Layer Number column.
10. Click File > Save to save your changes.

 In column A of every row that you add, type the letter A to indicate to the Bulkload utility that
you are adding this row of information.
 For more information about the bulk loading, see Using the Bulkload Modes in the
Reference Data Guide.
See Also
Define a Wall (on page 167)

StructWallLayer Workbook
The StructWallLayer.xls workbook defines the individual layers of walls that you want to place.
When creating your layers, there are custom attributes and required attributes. You can add
your custom attributes using the Custom Interfaces sheet (described in the Reference Data
Guide.)
For each layer part class type that you define, you must have the following required attributes
defined.
Part Number
Type a part number for the layer. The part number must be unique across the entire catalog.
Part Description
Type a description for the layer.
Continuity

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Enter the continuity for this layer. Valid codelist values are defined in the AllCodeLists.xls
workbook on the Struct Continuity sheet in the Codelist column.
Material
Enter a description of the layer material.
Grade
Enter the material grade of the layer.
Thickness
Enter the thickness of the layer.
SubInterface Name
Enter the interface name.
See Also
Slabs, Walls, and Openings Reference Data (on page 152)
Define a Wall (on page 167)

Define Wall Layers

1. In Microsoft Excel, open the [Product
Folder]\CatalogData\BulkLoad\DataFiles\StructWallLayer.xls workbook.
2. Select the sheet that best describes the layer that you want to add. If there is not a sheet
that fits, refer to the Reference Data Guide for information about adding part classes to the
catalog.
3. Between the Start and End keywords that appear in column A, add a row to the
spreadsheet. If a layer exists in the sheet that is similar to the layer that you want to define,
consider copying the existing row.
4. Enter a part number for the layer. You will use this part number when defining the layer
compositions later, so use descriptive but short part numbers. In addition, this part number
must be unique across the entire catalog.
5. Enter a part description in the Part Description column.
6. Enter the continuity codelist value. Valid values are defined in the AllCodeLists.xls
workbook on the Struct Continuity sheet in the Codelist Number column.
7. Type a description of the material in the Material column.
8. Type a description of the material grade in the Grade column.
9. Enter a thickness for the layer.
10. Enter the Sub Interface name for the layer in the SubInterface Name column. This is the
VB symbol macro code that knows how to interpret the attributes of the layer. If you are not
sure of what to enter, use what is entered for other layers on the same sheet.
11. Define values for any other attribute listed on the sheet.
12. Click File > Save to save your changes.

 In column A of every row that you add, type the letter A to indicate to the Bulkload utility that
you are adding this row of information.

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 For more information about the bulk loading, see Using the Bulkload Modes in the
Reference Data Guide.
See Also
Define a Wall (on page 167)

StructWallAssemblyConnections Workbook
The StructWallAssemblyConnections.xls workbook defines the wall assembly connections
that you can use. All wall assembly connections use a combination of these four properties:
Boundary Size
Select whether the boundary is infinite or finite.
Boundary Type
Select the boundary type: above, below, start, end, or contact.
Connection Type
Select the connection type: aligned, along, or corner.
Offset
Enter the offset distance between the wall and the boundary.
Reference
When a member is used as a boundary for the wall, you can use this option to specify which
part of the member the wall should use as the boundary: near, far, or center.
 Select near when you want the wall to stop at the inner most plane of the bounding
member.
 Select center when you want the wall to stop at the member-line axis of the bounding
member.
Select far when you want the slab to stop at the out-most plane of the bounding member.

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Traffic Reference Data

Reference data for traffic objects is defined in several Microsoft Excel workbooks. The software
delivers these workbooks to [Product Folder]\CatalogData\Bulkload\Datafiles folder.
 The StructHandrails.xls workbook defines handrail reference data. For more information,
see StructHandrails Workbook (on page 171).
 The StructLadders.xls workbook defines ladder reference data. For more information, see
StructLadders Workbook (on page 179).
 The StructStairs.xls workbook defines stair reference data. For more information, see
StructStairs Workbook (on page 193).
Handrails, ladders, and stairs parts do not support mirror copy.

StructHandrails Workbook
The StructHandrails.xls workbook defines the handrail part classes that you want to add to
your catalog and hence to your model. The handrails that are delivered with the workbook are
samples. Do not directly edit the sample handrails to create your custom handrails. We
recommend that you copy the sample sheet to a new sheet, and then edit the copy.
When creating your handrails, there are custom attributes and required attributes. You can add
your custom attributes using the Custom Interfaces sheet (described in the Reference Data
Guide.) For your custom attributes, you can have the software provide catalog lookups for an
attribute value in the graphical interface. For example, if you have a custom attribute for the
material, add the suffix "_SPSMaterial" to the attribute name, for example,
Material_SPSMaterial. When you select the attribute in the handrail properties dialog box, the
software displays the materials defined in the catalog. Four lookups are supported; replace XXX
below with your attribute name:
 XXX_SPSSectionName - Displays section names available in the catalog.
 XXX_SPSSectionRefStandard - Displays section reference standards available in the
catalog.
 XXX_SPSMaterial - Displays materials available in the catalog.
 XXX_SPSGrade - Displays material grades available in the catalog.
Handrail part classes can optionally use a custom user interface with keywords in the name to
display custom handrail properties on the ribbon during placement. Again, these custom
attributes must be defined on the Custom Interfaces sheet. The IJUA_HRTypeX_ custom user
interface provides:
 HRTypeX_SOSHRConnectionType - Displays a custom connection type codelist.
 HRTypeX_SPSHRBeginTreatment - Displays a custom end type codelist for the beginning
of the handrail.
 HRTypeX_SPSHREndTreatment - Displays a custom end type codelist for the end of the
handrail.

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The required attributes used by the IJHandrailProperties interface must be defined for each
handrail part class that you define. The required attributes are:
Part Number
Type a part number for the handrail. The part number must be unique across the entire
catalog.
Part Description
Type a description for the handrail.
Mirror Behavior Option
Specified is the handrail can be mirrored.
Symbol Definition
Type the name of the macro to use to construct the handrail. If you do not enter a value
here, the symbol definition defined at the top of the sheet under Definition is used.
Symbol Icon
Enter the graphic to use when displaying a preview of the part in the Catalog task. If you do
not enter a value here, the symbol icon defined at the top of the sheet under Definition is
used.
Other attributes that you can define are:
Begin Extension Length
Enter the distance between the beginning of the handrail and the first
handrail post. This distance must be greater than zero.
Begin Treatment
Specify a circular (1), rectangular (2), or none (3) end treatment for the
beginning of the handrail.

Column Clearance
Enter the distance between the column, if one exists, and the handrail. If a column does not

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exist, this value is ignored and the End Clearance value is used instead.

End Clearance
Enter the distance between the member end and the handrail end. This value is only used
when a column does not exist at that member end.

End Column Offset

Enter the offset distance between the column at the end of the handrail and the handrail.
This offset is in addition to the Column Clearance offset. Use this option when you want an
offset only at the end of the handrail. This option has no effect if there is no column at the
end of the member on which the handrail is placed.
End Extension Length
Enter the distance between the end of the handrail and the last handrail post. This distance

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must be greater than zero.

End Treatment
Specify a circular (1), rectangular (2), or none (3) end treatment for the end of the handrail.

Floor Thickness
Enter the thickness of the floor. The thickness is used to calculate the correct height for the
toe plate.
Grade
Specify the handrail material grade.
Handrail Orientation
Defines the orientation of the post when the handrail is on a slope. Enter 0 to keep the posts
vertical even when the handrail is on a slope. Enter 1 to keep the posts perpendicular to the
slope.

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Height
Enter the height of the handrail from the path to the top of the top rail.

Horizontal Offset
Enter the horizontal offset from the defined handrail path to the handrail.
Is Assembly
Not used by the software. Set to 0.
Is System
Not used by the software. Set to 0.
Material
Specify the handrail material.
Maximum Clearance at Post Turn
Enter the maximum distance from a handrail turn that the software can place a post.
Mid Rail Section Angle
Defines the angle, in degrees or radians, by which the mid rail cross-section is rotated about
the member axis. The zero-degree position is either the global Z-axis or the global X-axis,
depending on the member orientation.
Mid Rail Section CP
Displays the relative position of the structural cross-section to the
member placement line. Nine cardinal positions (1 -9) are available. The
location of cardinal points 10 (center-of-gravity) and 15 (shear center)
depend on the section shape. The local z-axis of the member and the
center-of-gravity point of the section define cardinal points 11 and 14.
The local y-axis of the member and the center-of-gravity point of the
section define cardinal points 12 and 13. Cardinal points 10 through 15
are unavailable for designed members or cans.
Mid Rail Section Name
Enter the cross-section name for the mid rail.
Mid Rail Section Reference Standard
Enter the section library name that contains the mid rail section.

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Mid Rail Spacing

Specify the distance between the mid rails if you are placing more
than one mid rail. This value is ignored if you have only one mid rail.
Minimum Clearance at Post Turn
Enter the minimum distance from a handrail turn that the software
can place a post.
Number of Mid Rails
Enter the number of mid rails for the handrail. The first mid rail is
placed using the defined To Top of Mid Rail Distance. The
subsequent mid rails are placed above that using the Mid Rail
Spacing distance.
Offset Reference
Select the position on the member from which you want to measure
the handrail horizontal offset. Enter 1 to use the inner port-face of a bounding member.
Enter 2 to use the centerline (axis) of a bounding member. Enter 3 to use the outer port-face
of a bounding member.
Path Horizontal Offset
Specify the offset distance to place the handrail from the defined path.
Path Horizontal Offset Type
Enter 5 to offset the handrail to the right of the defined path or member. Enter 10 to offset
the handrail to the left of the defined path or member. Enter 15 to keep the handrail directly
on the path or member.
Post Connection Type
Enter the codelist value for the way that you want the handrail posts connected to the
supporting structure.
Post Section Angle
Defines the angle, in degrees or radians, by which the post cross-section is rotated about
the member axis. The zero degree position is either the global Z-axis or the global X-axis,
depending on the member orientation.
Post Section CP
Displays the relative position of the structural cross-section to the
member placement line. Nine cardinal positions (1 -9) are available. The
location of cardinal points 10 (center-of-gravity) and 15 (shear center)
depend on the section shape. The local z-axis of the member and the
center-of-gravity point of the section define cardinal points 11 and 14.
The local y-axis of the member and the center-of-gravity point of the
section define cardinal points 12 and 13. Cardinal points 10 through 15
are unavailable for designed members or cans.
Post Section Name
Enter the cross-section name for the post.
Post Section Reference Standard
Enter the section library name that contains the post's section.

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Segment Maximum Spacing

Enter the maximum distance allowed between the posts.

Sloped Segment Maximum Spacing

Enter the maximum distance allowed between posts for that part of a handrail that is on a
slope.
Start Column Offset
Enter the offset distance between the column at the start end of the handrail and the
handrail. This offset is in addition to the Column Clearance offset. Use this option when you
want an offset only at the start of the handrail. This option has no effect if there is no column
at the start end of the member on which the handrail is placed.
Toe Plate Section Angle
Defines the angle, in degrees or radians, by which the toe plate cross-section is rotated
about the member axis. The zero-degree position is either the global Z-axis or the global X-
axis depending on the member orientation.
Toe Plate Section CP
Displays the relative position of the structural cross-section to the
member placement line. Nine cardinal positions (1 -9) are available. The
location of cardinal points 10 (center-of-gravity) and 15 (shear center)
depend on the section shape. The local z-axis of the member and the
center-of-gravity point of the section define cardinal points 11 and 14.
The local y-axis of the member and the center-of-gravity point of the
section define cardinal points 12 and 13. Cardinal points 10 through 15
are unavailable for designed members or cans.
Toe Plate Section Name
Enter the cross-section name for the toe plate.
Toe Plate Section Reference Standard
Enter the section library name that contains the toe plate section.

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Top of Toe Plate Dimension

Specify the height of the toe plate measured from the path.

Top of Mid Rail Dimension

Specify the distance between the path and the top of the mid rail. If you are placing more
than one mid rail, this distance is to the top of the bottommost mid rail.

Top Rail Section Name

Enter the cross-section name for the top rail.
Top Rail Section Reference Standard
Enter the section library name that contains the top rail section.
Top Rail Section Angle
Defines the angle, in degrees or radians, by which the top rail cross-section is rotated about
the member axis. The zero-degree position is either the global Z-axis or the global X-axis
depending on the member orientation.
Top Rail Section CP
Displays the relative position of the structural cross-section to the
member placement line. Nine cardinal positions (1 -9) are available. The
location of cardinal points 10 (center-of-gravity) and 15 (shear center)
depend on the section shape. The local z-axis of the member and the
center-of-gravity point of the section define cardinal points 11 and 14.
The local y-axis of the member and the center-of-gravity point of the
section define cardinal points 12 and 13. Cardinal points 10 through 15

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are unavailable for designed members or cans.

Side Mount Connection Type
Specifies the type of side mount. Enter 1 for a side mount with a pad. Enter 2 for a side
mount with a bracket.
Side Mount Connection Vertical Offset
Specify the offset for the side mount.
With Post At Turn
Specifies if you want a post in the handrail corner. Enter 1 to place a post in the corner.
Enter 0 to not require a post in the corner.
With Toe Plate
Enter 1 to attach a toe plate to the handrail. Enter 0 to place a handrail without a toe plate.

See Also
Traffic Reference Data (on page 171)

StructLadders Workbook
The StructLadders.xls workbook defines the ladders that you want to add to your catalog and
hence to your model. The ladders that are delivered with the workbook are samples. Do not
directly edit the sample ladders to create your custom ladders. We recommend that you copy
the sample sheet to a new sheet, and then edit the copy.
When creating your ladders, there are custom attributes and required attributes. You can add
your custom attributes using the Custom Interfaces sheet (described in the Reference Data
Guide.) For your custom attributes, you can have the software provide catalog lookups in the
graphical interface for an attribute value. For example, if you have a custom attribute for the
material, add the suffix "_SPSMaterial" to the attribute name, for example,
Material_SPSMaterial. When the user selects the attribute in the ladder properties dialog box,
the software displays the materials defined in the catalog for the user to select from. Four
lookups are supported; replace XXX below with your attribute name:
 XXX_SPSSectionName - Displays section names available in the catalog.
 XXX_SPSSectionRefStandard - Displays section reference standards available in the
catalog.
 XXX_SPSMaterial - Displays materials available in the catalog.

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 XXX_SPSGrade - Displays material grades available in the catalog.

The required attributes used by IJSPSCommonStairLadderProperties interface must be defined
for each ladder part class that you define in the workbook. The required attributes are:
Angle
Enter the angle of inclination between the bottom support and the side frame. This angle is
the slope of the ladder.
Bottom Extension
Enter the distance between the selected bottom plane and the start, or bottom, of the ladder.
This distance must be a positive number. You cannot extend a ladder below the bottom
plane using this property.

Bottom Hoop Level

Enter the dimension for the distance between the bottom of the hoop and the bottom of the
ladder.

Custom Prog ID
Enter the registered program identifier.

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Envelope Height
Enter the operation envelope height for the ladder. This dimension is used by interference
checking.

Flare Clearance
Enter the clearance dimension for the hoop flare.

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Flare Radius
Enter the radius dimension for the hoop flare.

Flare ShDim1
Enter the ShDim1 dimension for the hoop flare.

Flare ShDim2
Enter the ShDim2 dimension for the hoop flare.

Flare ShDim3
Enter the ShDim3 dimension for the hoop flare.

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Height
Enter the overall projected vertical height, including custom extensions or gaps on the top or
bottom. This is the default distance. When placing the ladder, the software calculates the
actual distance.

Hoop Bend Radius

Enter the bend radius for the hoop.

Hoop Clearance
Enter the dimension for the hoop clearance.

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Hoop Flare Bend Radius

Enter the radius dimension for the hoop flare bend.

Hoop Flare Height

Enter the height dimension for the hoop flare.

Hoop Flare Max Height

Enter the maximum height dimension for the hoop flare.
Hoop Opening
Enter the number associated with the hoop opening type.
Hoop Pitch
Enter the distance between the hoops.

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Hoop Plate Thickness

Enter the thickness dimension for the hoop plate.

Hoop Plate Width

Enter the dimension for the hoop plate width.
Hoop Radius
Enter the radius dimension for the safety hoop.

Is Assembly
This value is not currently used by the software. Set to 0.
Is System
This value is not currently used by the software. Set to 0.
Justification
Specifies how the object aligns with the connecting structural objects.

Center

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Left

Right

Length
Enter the overall physical length for reporting purposes. This is the default distance. The
actual distance is calculated by the ISPSStairSymbolServices component when placing the
ladder.
Max Hoop Pitch
Enter the maximum distance between the hoops.
Part Number
Enter a part number for the ladder. The part number must be unique across the entire
catalog.
Part Description
Enter a description for the ladder.
Primary Grade
Specifies the primary material grade for the ladder.
Primary Material
Specifies the primary material for the ladder.

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Replacement Part Number

Enter the part number associated with the replacement part.
ShDim1
Enter the ShDim1 dimension for the hoop.

ShDim2
Enter the ShDim2 dimension for the hoop.

ShDim3
Enter the ShDim3 dimension for the hoop.

Side
Enter 1 or 0. This attribute is a toggle for the placement side relative to the top support. The
Side button on the ribbon bar toggles the value so the default setting is inconsequential.

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Side Frame Thickness

Enter the thickness dimension for the side frame.

Side Frame Width

Enter the width dimension for the side frame.

Span
Enter the distance from the top support to the bottom support. This is the default distance.
When placing the ladder, the ISPSStairSymbolServices component calculates the actual
distance.

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Step Diameter
Enter the diameter dimension for the step or rung.
Step Pitch
Enter the maximum allowable vertical distance between the ladder rungs.

Step Protrusion
Enter the dimension for the rung protrusion. This dimension is the distance the ladder rungs
extend past the outside side frames.

Support Leg Pitch

Enter the vertical distance, along the ladder, between the wall supports.

Support Leg Thickness

Enter the thickness of the wall support legs. This distance is left-right distance of the support
leg if you were standing facing the ladder.

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Support Leg Width

Enter the width of the wall support legs.

Symbol Definition
Enter the name of the macro to use to construct the ladder. If you do not enter a value, the
software uses the symbol definition at the top of the sheet under Definition.
Symbol Icon
Enter the graphic to use when displaying a preview of the part in the Catalog task. If you do
not enter a value , the software uses the symbol icon defined at the top of the sheet under
Definition.

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Top Extension
Enter the distance the ladder extends above the selected top edge.

Vertical Strap Count

Enter the number of vertical straps.
Vertical Strap Thickness
Enter the thickness dimension for the vertical strap.

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Vertical Strap Width

Enter the width dimension for the vertical strap.

VIDim1
This value is not currently used by the SPSLadderMacros.LadderTypeA symbol.
VIDim2
This value is not currently used by the SPSLadderMacros.LadderTypeA symbol.
VIDim3
This value is not currently used by the SPSLadderMacros.LadderTypeA symbol.
Wall Offset
Enter the dimension by which the ladder is offset from the supporting wall.

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Width
Enter the width of the ladder rungs. This dimension does not include the width of the side
frames or safety hoop and therefore is less than the overall width of the ladder.

With Safety Hoop

Indicates whether the ladder includes a safety hoop.
With Wall Supports
Indicates whether the ladder includes wall supports.
See Also
Traffic Reference Data (on page 171)

StructStairs Workbook
The StructStairs.xls workbook defines the stairs that you want to add to your catalog and
hence to your model. The stairs that are delivered with the workbook are samples. Do not
directly edit the sample stairs to create your custom stairs. We recommend that you copy the
sample sheet to a new sheet, and then edit the copy.
When creating your stairs, there are custom attributes and required attributes. You can add your
custom attributes using the Custom Interfaces sheet (described in the Reference Data Guide.)
For your custom attributes, you can have the software provide catalog lookups in the graphical
interface for an attribute value. For example, if you have a custom attribute for the material, add
the suffix "_SPSMaterial" to the attribute name, for example, Material_SPSMaterial. When the
user selects the attribute in the stair properties dialog box, the software displays the materials
defined in the catalog for the user to select from. Four lookups are supported; replace XXX
below with your attribute name:
 XXX_SPSSectionName - Displays section names available in the catalog.
 XXX_SPSSectionRefStandard - Displays section reference standards available in the
catalog.
 XXX_SPSMaterial - Displays materials available in the catalog.
 XXX_SPSGrade - Displays material grades available in the catalog.
The required attributes used by IJSPSCommonStairLadderProperties interface must be defined
for each stair part class that you define in the workbook. The required attributes are:

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Actual Step Pitch

Enter the maximum allowable vertical distance between the stair treads. The actual distance
is calculated by the software using the vertical distance between the top edge and the
bottom plane and the stair angle. The actual distance is displayed in Actual Step Pitch.

Angle
Enter the angle of inclination between the selected bottom plane and the stair stringers.

Custom Prog ID
Enter the registered program identifier.
Envelope Height
Enter the height dimension for the stair operation envelope. This dimension is used by
interference checking to check for head clearance above the stair.

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Handrail Post Pitch

Enter the distance between the handrail posts.

Handrail Section Angle

Enter the angle, in degrees or radians, by which the handrail cross-section rotates about the
member axis. The zero-degree position is either the global Z-axis or the global X-axis,
depending on the member orientation.
Handrail Section Cardinal Point

Displays the relative position of the structural cross-section to the member placement line.
Nine cardinal positions (1 -9) are available. The location of cardinal points 10 (center-of-
gravity) and 15 (shear center) depend on the section shape. The local z-axis of the member
and the center-of-gravity point of the section define cardinal points 11 and 14. The local y-
axis of the member and the center-of-gravity point of the section define cardinal points 12
and 13. Cardinal points 10 through 15 are unavailable for designed members or cans.
Handrail Section Name
Enter the cross section name for the hand rail.
Handrail Section Reference Standard
Enter the section library name that contains the handrail section.
Height
Enter the overall projected vertical height, including custom extensions or gaps on the top or
bottom. This is the default distance. when placing the stair, the software calculates the

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actual distance.

Is Assembly
This value is not currently used by the software. Set to 0.
Is System
This value is not currently used by the software. Set to 0.
Justification
Specifies how the object aligns with the connecting structural objects.

Center

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Left

Right

Length
Enter the overall physical length for reporting purposes. This is the default distance. The
actual distance is calculated by the ISPSStairSymbolServices component when placing the
stair.
Number of Midrails
Enter the number of midrails for the stair handrailing.
Part Number
Enter a part number for the stair. The part number must be unique across the entire catalog.
Part Description
Enter a description for the stair.
Platform Thickness
Enter the thickness dimension for the stair platform.

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Post Height
Enter the height dimension for the hand rail post.

Primary Grade
Enter the primary material grade for the stairs.
Primary Material
Enter the primary material for the stairs.
Side
Enter 1 or 0. This attribute is a toggle for the placement side relative to the top support. The
Side button on the ribbon bar toggles the value so the default setting is inconsequential.
Side Frame Section Angle
Enter the angle, in degrees or radians, by which the side frame cross-section rotates about
the member axis. The zero-degree position is either the global Z-axis or the global X-axis,
depending on the member orientation.
Side Frame Section Cardinal Point

Displays the relative position of the structural cross-section to the member placement line.
Nine cardinal positions (1 -9) are available. The location of cardinal points 10 (center-of-
gravity) and 15 (shear center) depend on the section shape. The local z-axis of the member
and the center-of-gravity point of the section define cardinal points 11 and 14. The local y-
axis of the member and the center-of-gravity point of the section define cardinal points 12
and 13. Cardinal points 10 through 15 are unavailable for designed members or cans.
Symbol Definition
Enter the name of the macro to use to construct the ladder. If you do not enter a value, the
software uses the symbol definition at the top of the sheet under Definition.
Symbol Icon
Enter the graphic to use when displaying a preview of the part in the Catalog task. If you do
not enter a value, the software uses the symbol icon defined at the top of the sheet under
Definition.

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Top Landing Length

Enter the length dimension of the top landing for the stairs. Smart 3D only uses this
dimension if With Top Landing is set to True.
Width
Enter the width of the stair treads. This dimension does not include the width of the stringers
and therefore is less than the overall width of the stairs.

With Top Landing

Indicates whether the stair includes a top landing.
See Also
Traffic Reference Data (on page 171)

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Doors and Windows Reference Data

The reference data for simple doors and windows is defined in the Microsoft Excel workbook
SimpleDoor.xls. The software delivers this workbook to the [Product
Folder]\CatalogData\Bulkload\Datafiles folder. For more information about defining this type of
reference data, see SimpleDoor Workbook (on page 200).

SimpleDoor Workbook
The SimpleDoor.xls workbook defines the simple doors and windows you want to add to the
catalog and hence to your model. When creating your doors and windows, there are custom
attributes and required attributes. You can add your custom attributes using the Custom
Interfaces sheet (described in the Reference Data Guide).
See also
Slabs, Walls, and Openings Reference Data (on page 152)
Simple Door Assembly (on page 200)
Simple Window Assembly (on page 202)
Define a Simple Door (on page 205)
Define a Simple Window (on page 205)

Simple Door Assembly

The SimpleDoorAsm sheet in the SimpleDoor.xls workbook defines the simple doors that you
want in your catalog. When creating simple doors, there are custom attributes and required
attributes. You can add your custom attributes using the Custom Interfaces sheet (described in
the Reference Data Guide.)
Name
Type a name for the door. The name must be unique across the entire catalog.
Part Description
Type a description for the door equipment part.
Symbol Definition
Type the definition of the Visual Basic symbol used to create the door. If you do not enter a
value here, the symbol definition defined at the top of the sheet under Definition is used.
Symbol Icon
Enter the graphic to use when displaying a preview of the window equipment part in the
Catalog task. If you do not enter a value here, the symbol icon defined at the top of the
sheet under Definition is used.
Definition
Type the definition of the Visual Basic class you are creating for the custom assembly
definition for the door.

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Door Type
Specify the type of door. Valid values are defined in the AllCodeLists.xls workbook on the
Door Type sheet in the Codelist column.
Opening Ratio
Specify the opening rate of the door. Valid values are 1 (Open) and 0 (Closed).
Kinematics
Specify the overall motion of the door. Valid values are defined in the AllCodeLists.xls
workbook on the Doors Windows Kinematics sheet in the Codelist column.
Push
Specify the sense of the door panel opening. Valid values are 1 (Push) and -1 (Pull).
Height
Enter the door height in millimeters.
Width
Enter the door width in millimeters.
Top Frame Depth
Specify the depth of the top door frame in millimeters.
Top Frame Width
Specify the width of the top door frame in millimeters.
Lower Frame Depth
Specify the depth of the lower door frame in millimeters.
Lower Frame Width
Specify the width of the lower door frame in millimeters.
Right Frame Depth
Specify the depth of the right door frame in millimeters.
Right Frame Width
Specify the width of the right door frame in millimeters.
Left Frame Depth
Specify the depth of the left door frame in millimeters.
Left Frame Width
Specify the width of the left door frame in millimeters.
Panel Thickness
Enter the thickness of the door panel in millimeters.
X Position
Type the X-position of the door related to the equipment coordinate system.

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Y Position
Type the Y-position of the door related to the equipment coordinate system.
Z Position
Type the Z-position of the door related to the equipment coordinate system.
Dry Weight
Enter the empty weight of the door. Be sure to specify the units when entering this value.
Water Weight
Enter the water weight of the door. Be sure to specify the units when entering this value.
Dry COG X
Type the x-axis location of the dry center-of-gravity.
Dry COG Y
Type the y-axis location of the dry center-of-gravity.
Dry COG Z
Type the z-axis location of the dry center-of-gravity.
Water COG X
Type the x-axis location of the wet center-of-gravity.
Water COG Y
Type the y-axis location of the wet center-of-gravity.
Water COG Z
Type the z-axis location of the wet center-of-gravity.
Door Frame Position
Specify the position of the door frame within the specified support. Valid values are defined
in the AllCodeLists.xls workbook on the Door Frame Position sheet in the Codelist
column.
Distance from Mating Face
Specify the distance between the door and the wall/slab with which it is mated.

Simple Window Assembly

The SimpleWindowAsm sheet in the SimpleDoor.xls workbook defines the windows that you
want in your catalog. When creating simple windows, there are custom attributes and required
attributes. You can add your custom attributes using the Custom Interfaces sheet (described in
the Reference Data Guide.)
Name
Type a name for the window. The name must be unique across the entire catalog.
Part Description
Type a description for the window equipment part.

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Symbol Definition
Type the definition of the Visual Basic symbol used to create the window. If you do not enter
a value here, the symbol definition defined at the top of the sheet under Definition is used.
Symbol Icon
Enter the graphic to use when displaying a preview of the window equipment part in the
Catalog task. If you do not enter a value here, the symbol icon defined at the top of the
sheet under Definition is used.
Definition
Type the definition of the Visual Basic class you are creating for the custom assembly
definition for the window.
Opening Ratio
Specify the opening rate of the window. Valid values are 1 (Open) and 0 (Closed).
Kinematics
Specify the overall motion of the window. Valid values are defined in the AllCodeLists.xls
workbook on the Doors Windows Kinematics sheet in the Codelist column.
Push
Specify the sense of the window panel opening. Valid values are 1 (Push) and -1 (Pull)
Height
Enter the window height in millimeters.
Width
Enter the window width in millimeters.
Top Frame Depth
Specify the depth of the top window frame in millimeters.
Top Frame Width
Specify the width of the top window frame in millimeters.
Lower Frame Depth
Specify the depth of the lower window frame in millimeters.
Lower Frame Width
Specify the width of the lower window frame in millimeters.
Right Frame Depth
Specify the depth of the right window frame in millimeters.
Right Frame Width
Specify the width of the right window frame in millimeters.
Left Frame Depth
Specify the depth of the left window frame in millimeters.

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Left Frame Width

Specify the width of the left window frame in millimeters.
Panel Thickness
Enter the thickness of the window panel in millimeters.
X Position
Type the X-position of the window related to the equipment coordinate system.
Y Position
Type the Y-position of the window related to the equipment coordinate system.
Z Position
Type the Z-position of the window related to the equipment coordinate system.
Dry Weight
Enter the empty weight of the window. Be sure to specify the units when entering this value.
Water Weight
Enter the water weight of the window. Be sure to specify the units when entering this value.
Dry COG X
Type the x-axis location of the dry center-of-gravity.
Dry COG Y
Type the y-axis location of the dry center-of-gravity.
Dry COG Z
Type the z-axis location of the dry center-of-gravity.
Water COG X
Type the x-axis location of the wet center-of-gravity.
Water COG Y
Type the y-axis location of the wet center-of-gravity.
Water COG Z
Type the z-axis location of the wet center-of-gravity.
Door Frame Position
Specify the position of the window frame within the specified support. Valid values are
defined in the AllCodeLists.xls workbook on the Door Frame Position sheet in the
Codelist column.
Distance from Mating Face
Specify the distance between the window and the wall/slab with which it is mated.
Number of Row Panes
Specify the number of row panes present in the window.

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Number of Column Panes

Specify the number of column panes present in the window.

Define a Simple Door

1. In Microsoft Excel, open the [Product
Folder]\CatalogData\BulkLoad\DataFiles\SimpleDoor.xls workbook.
2. Select the SimpleDoorAsm sheet.
3. Between the Start and End keywords that appear in column A, add a row to the
spreadsheet.
If a door exists in the sheet that is similar to the door that you want to define,
consider copying the existing row.
4. Enter a name for the door. You will use this name to select the door during placement, so
use a descriptive name. In addition, this name must be unique across the entire catalog.
5. Enter a description for the door.
6. Enter the door type. Valid values are listed in the AllCodeLists.xls workbook on the
DoorType sheet in the Codelist Number column.
7. Enter the opening ratio of the door.
8. Enter kinematics data to define the overall motion of the door. Valid values are listed in the
AllCodeLists.xls workbook on the DoorsWindowsKinematics sheet in the Codelist
Number column.
9. Enter dimensional data for the door (height and width) and the door frame (depth and width).
10. Finish defining the attribute values for the door. For more information about each attribute,
refer to Simple Door Assembly (on page 200).
11. Click File > Save to save your changes.
12. Bulk load the spreadsheet into the catalog.

 In column A of every row that you add, type the letter A to indicate to the Bulkload utility that
you are adding this row of information.
 For more information about bulk loading, see "Using the Bulkload Modes" in the Reference
Data Guide.

Define a Simple Window

1. In Microsoft Excel, open the [Product
Folder]\CatalogData\BulkLoad\DataFiles\SimpleDoor.xls workbook.
2. Select the SimpleWindowAsm sheet.
3. Between the Start and End keywords that appear in column A, add a row to the
spreadsheet.
If a window exists in the sheet that is similar to the window that you want to define,
consider copying the existing row.

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4. Enter a name for the window. You will use this name to select the window during placement,
so use a descriptive name. In addition, this name must be unique across the entire catalog.
5. Enter a description for the window.
6. Enter the window type. Valid values are listed in the AllCodeLists.xls workbook on the
DoorType sheet in the Codelist Number column.
7. Enter the opening ratio of the window.
8. Enter kinematics data to define the overall motion of the window. Valid values are listed in
the AllCodeLists.xls workbook on the DoorsWindowsKinematics sheet in the Codelist
Number column.
9. Enter dimensional data for the window (height and width) and the window casement (depth
and width).
10. Finish defining the attribute values for the window. For more information about each
attribute, refer to Simple Window Assembly (on page 202).
11. Click File > Save to save your changes.
12. Bulk load the spreadsheet into the catalog.

 In column A of every row that you add, type the letter A to indicate to the Bulkload utility that
you are adding this row of information.
 For more information about bulk loading, see "Using the Bulkload Modes" in the Reference
Data Guide.

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Equipment Foundations and Footings

Reference Data
Reference data for equipment foundations is defined in a Microsoft Excel workbook called
StructEquipFoundations.xls. The footing reference data is in a workbook called
StructFootings.xls. The software delivers these workbooks to the [Product
Folder]\CatalogData\Bulkload\Datafiles folder. For more information, see
StructEquipFoundations Workbook (on page 207) and StructFootings Workbook (on page 209).

StructEquipFoundations Workbook
The StructEquipFoundations.xls workbook defines the equipment foundations assemblies
that you want to add to your catalog and hence to your model. Equipment foundations transfer
loads from equipment to supports. To do this, the equipment foundation assembly reads the
foundation port information defined on the equipment symbol to orient and size the foundation.
The distance between the equipment foundation port and the supporting object defines the
equipment foundation height.
When creating your equipment foundations, there are custom attributes and required attributes.
You can add your custom attributes using the Custom Interfaces sheet (described in the
Reference Data Guide). For your custom attributes, you can have the software provide catalog
lookups in the graphical interface for an attribute value. For example, if you have a custom
attribute for the material, add the suffix "_SPSMaterial" to the attribute name, for example,
Material_SPSMaterial. When the user selects the attribute in the equipment foundation
properties dialog box, the software displays the materials defined in the catalog for the user to
select from. Four lookups are supported; replace XXX below with your attribute name:
 XXX_SPSSectionName - Displays section names available in the catalog.
 XXX_SPSSectionRefStandard - Displays section reference standards available in the
catalog.
 XXX_SPSMaterial - Displays materials available in the catalog.
 XXX_SPSGrade - Displays material grades available in the catalog.
The required attributes used by ISPSEquipFndInputCriteria interface must be defined for each
equipment foundation assembly that you define in the workbook. The required attributes are:
Name
Type a part name for the equipment foundation. The name must be unique across the entire
catalog.
Definition
Type the name of the macro that defines the equipment foundation.
Symbol Definition
Type the name of the macro to use to construct the equipment foundation. If you do not

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enter a value here, the symbol definition defined at the top of the sheet under Definition is
used.
Symbol Icon
Enter the graphic to use when displaying a preview of the part in the Catalog task. If you do
not enter a value here, the symbol icon defined at the top of the sheet under Definition is
used.
Number Supported
Specifies the number of supported inputs. Enter 0..1 for none or one input, 1..n for at least
one or more inputs, or specify the number of inputs explicitly by entering the number 1, 2, 3,
and so forth.
Supported Filter Prog ID
Specifies a string for custom filtering supported objects.
Number Supporting
Specifies the number of supporting inputs. Enter 0..1 for none or one input, 1..n for at least
one or more inputs, or specify the number of inputs explicitly by entering the number 1, 2, 3,
and so forth.
Supporting Filter Prog ID
Specifies a string for custom filtering supporting objects.
See Also
Equipment Foundations and Footings Reference Data (on page 207)

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StructFootings Workbook
The StructFootings.xls workbook defines column footings part classes that you want to add to
your catalog and hence to your model. When creating your footings, there are custom attributes
and required attributes. You can add your custom attributes using the Custom Interfaces sheet
(described in the Reference Data Guide.)
A footing is comprised of a slab, pier, and base plate. You can define footings uses two different
methods:
The assembly method uses unique component parts for the slab, pier, and base plate, and then
groups the parts together by the assembly. Using this method, you can create a catalog of
common footing parts, and then position the parts together in assemblies as needed. The
positioning is possible because of information provided by the member system (A), the base
plate (B), the coordinate system of the pier (C), and the coordinate system of the slab (D).

 The single component method uses a single part to define the slab, pier, and base plate
dimensions.
The required attributes for footing assemblies are:
Number Supported
Specifies the number of supported inputs (number of columns) that the footing
accommodates. You can enter a number of inputs (1, 2, 3, and so forth), enter 0 to indicate
any number of inputs, or enter -1 to specify no inputs.
Supported Filter Prog ID
Enter a string that specifies a custom filter for selecting supported objects. This string can be
an interface name or a custom filter program ID. Leave blank if you do not want to have a
custom filter for selecting supported objects.

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Number Supporting
Specifies the number of supporting inputs that the footing accommodates. You can enter a
number of inputs (1, 2, 3, and so forth), enter 0 to indicate any number of inputs, or enter -1
to specify no inputs.
Supporting Filter Prog ID
Enter a string that specifies a custom filter for selecting supporting objects. This string can
be an interface name or a custom filter program ID. Leave blank if you do not want to have a
custom filter for selecting supporting objects.
See Also
Slabs, Walls, and Openings Reference Data (on page 152)
Slab Composition (on page 155)
Slab General Type (on page 153)
Define a Slab (on page 155)

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Appendix: Import Tekla Structures to

Smart 3D
The workflows provided for importing Tekla Structures to Smart 3D are intended to be followed
in sequence.

In This Appendix
Export user-defined attributes from Tekla Structures .................... 211
Add user-defined attributes to the Smart 3D interfaces ................ 213
Create a new handrail type ............................................................ 214
Bulkload StructHandrail.xls to catalog ........................................... 214
Import file that contains user-defined-attributes ............................ 215

Export user-defined attributes from Tekla Structures

Custom and user-defined attributes can be imported from Tekla Structures into Smart 3D for
ladders, handrails, stairs, and embedments. You need access to the Tekla object.inp file, Smart
3D bulkload workbooks, permissions to bulkload items into the catalog, and permissions to
import into a model.

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Create User-defined attributes in Tekla Structures

1. Download the object.inp file from the Tekla extranet. This allows you to use the CIS 2 tab.

2. Enter values for the custom properties. You can add any property and value for the eight
conditions for the transfer.
Acceptable data types are: Text, Numeric, and Integer.
3. Enter a group name in the Group Name field.
The group name must match the custom interface that is added on the
Smart 3D spreadsheet.

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Export from Tekla Structures

Follow the standard Tekla Structures export workflow. The user-defined attributes are included
within the CIS/2 transfer file.

Add user-defined attributes to the Smart 3D

interfaces
1. Open the StructHandrail.xls workbook. This file is located in [Product Installation
Folder]\CatalogData\BulkLoad\DataFiles.
2. Select the CustomInterfaces sheet.
3. Select a row after the Start keyword but before the End keyword, and click Insert > Row.
4. In the InterfaceName column, enter the Group Name that you assigned earlier.
5. In the AttributeName column, enter a name for the attribute.
6. In the AttributeUserName column, enter a description of the attribute name.
7. In the Type column, enter the data type.
8. In the UnitsType column, enter 0.
9. In the PrimaryUnits column, enter 0.
10. In the OnPropertyPage column, enter 1.
11. In the ReadOnly column, enter 0.
12. Repeat steps 5 through 11 as many times as necessary to include all attributes.
Below is an example of what the worksheet should look like when finished:

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Create a new handrail type

1. Open the StructHandrail.xls workbook. This file is located in [Product Installation
Folder]\CatalogData\BulkLoad\DataFiles.
2. Select the ImportedHandrail sheet.
3. Select a row after the Start keyword but before the End keyword, and click Insert > Row.
4. In the first column, enter A to add the information to the catalog when you bulkload.
5. In the PartNumber column, enter a name for the part. For example,
CustomImportedHandrailTekla.
6. In the SymbolDefinition column, enter SPSHandrailMacros.ImportedHandrail.
7. In the ISPSUIOption:PlacementOption column, enter 1.
8. Add all occurrence properties that were added on the CustomInterface sheet.
a. In the Definition row, add each occurrence property to the column after the
OA:ISPSAssemblyData::AssemblyType property.
b. Enter OA:[InterfaceName]::[AttributeName] for each custom interface you created in the
previous workflow.

Bulkload StructHandrail.xls to catalog

1. Create a copy of the StructHandrail.xls workbook.
2. Click Start > All Programs > Intergraph Smart 3D > Database Tools > Bulkload
Reference Data.
3. Click Add in the Bulkload utility and select the StructHandrail.xls workbook.
4. Select Add, modify, or delete records in existing catalog in the Bulkload mode list.
5. Enter your information for the Catalog information, Schema Information, Log file, and
Symbol and custom program file location fields.
6. Click Load.

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Import file that contains user-defined-attributes

1. Create a new session file, and define a workspace.
2. Select File > Import > Structure.
3. Select a System in which to import the Tekla structure.
4. Select the default Processing Options used to import.
5. Select the Coordinate System.
6. Select the CIS/2 file that you created earlier.
7. Select the Mapping file.
8. Enter a name for the log file to be generated in the Log file field.
9. Select Import from the Action drop down menu.
10. Select Use default sections, if needed in the Option menu.
11. Click OK.
For more information on bulkloading reference data, see Loading Reference Data into
the Catalog in the Reference Data Guide.

See Also
Appendix: Import Tekla Structures to Smart 3D (on page 211)

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Index
Cross Section Symbol RectCWF • 127
A Cross Section Symbol RectWF • 129
Cross Section Symbol RS • 131
Add user-defined attributes to the Smart 3D Cross Section Symbol S • 133
interfaces • 211 Cross Section Symbol ST • 135
Align Frame Connections • 35 Cross Section Symbol T (MT) • 137
Appendix Cross Section Symbol W (M) • 140
Import Tekla Structures to Smart 3D • Cross Section Symbol Wedge • 142
209 Cross Section Symbol WedgeWF • 145
Axis Colinear Frame Connections • 36 Cross Section Symbol WT • 147
Axis Frame Connections • 37
D
B
Define a New Material Type • 16
Base Plate Assembly Connections • 18 Define a New Member Type • 16
Bulkload StructHandrail.xls to catalog • 212 Define a Simple Door • 203
Define a Simple Window • 203
C Define a Slab • 153
Centerline Frame Connections • 37 Define a Wall • 165
Chevron Frame Connections • 38 Define Slab Compositions • 154
Cope Feature • 30 Define Slab Layers • 156
Corner Gusset Assembly Connections • 19 Define Wall Compositions • 166
Create a new handrail type • 212 Define Wall Layers • 167
Cross Section Symbol 2L • 65 Doors and Windows Reference Data • 198
Cross Section Symbol BUBoxFM • 67
Cross Section Symbol BUC • 70 E
Cross Section Symbol BUCan • 73 End Can Rule • 60
Cross Section Symbol BUCone • 76 Equipment Foundations and Footings
Cross Section Symbol BUEndCan • 78 Reference Data • 205
Cross Section Symbol BUFlat • 80 Export user-defined attributes from Tekla
Cross Section Symbol BUI • 82 Structures • 209
Cross Section Symbol BUIHaunch • 84
Cross Section Symbol BUITaperWeb • 87
Cross Section Symbol BUIUE • 90 F
Cross Section Symbol BUL • 93 Fitted Assembly Connections • 21
Cross Section Symbol BUT • 95 Flush Frame Connections • 39
Cross Section Symbol BUTube • 98
Cross Section Symbol C (MC) • 100 G
Cross Section Symbol CS • 102
Cross Section Symbol HP • 103 Gap Frame Connections • 39
Cross Section Symbol HSSC (Pipe) • 106 General Surface Assembly Connections •
Cross Section Symbol HSSCs • 107 22
Cross Section Symbol HSSR • 110 Generic Rect Plate Part • 28
Cross Section Symbol HSSRs • 112 Gusset Plate Assembly Connections • 23
Cross Section Symbol HW • 115 Gusset Plate Part Type 1 • 28
Cross Section Symbol HWWF • 117 Gusset Plate Part Type 2 • 29
Cross Section Symbol L • 119
Cross Section Symbol Rect • 122
Cross Section Symbol RectC • 124

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I StructPlateDimensions Workbook • 47
StructSlabAssemblyConnections Workbook
Import file that contains user-defined-
• 161
attributes • 213
StructSlabGeneral Workbook • 151
In-Line Can Rule • 50
StructSlabLayer Workbook • 155
StructSplitConnections Workbook • 45
M StructStairs Workbook • 191
Member Cross Sections • 64 Structural Reference Data Overview • 8
Member Reference Data • 13 StructWallAssemblyConnections Workbook
Mitre Assembly Connections • 24 • 168
StructWallGeneral Workbook • 162
StructWallLayer Workbook • 166
O Stub End Can Rule • 56
Oval Opening • 157 Surface Frame Connections • 42
Surface Trim • 32
P
Pad Plate Rectangular • 29 T
Planar Cutback Feature • 31 Tangent Frame Connections • 43
Preface • 7 Traffic Reference Data • 169
Triangle Opening • 160
R
Rectangle Opening • 158 V
Vertical Corner Brace Frame Connections •
S 45
Seated Frame Connections • 42
Simple Door Assembly • 198 W
Simple Window Assembly • 200 Wall Composition • 163
SimpleDoor Workbook • 198 Wall General Type • 164
Slab By Member Boundary Assembly Web Corner Cope • 33
Connection • 161 What's New in Structure Reference Data • 7
Slab Composition • 153
Slab Free Edge Assembly Connection • 162
Slab General Type • 151
Slabs, Walls, and Openings Reference
Data • 150
Splice Assembly Connections • 26
Split By Interference • 46
Split By Point • 46
Split By Surface • 46
Split Connections • 46
Square Opening • 159
StructAssemblyConnections Workbook • 16
StructCanRules Workbook • 50
StructEquipFoundations Workbook • 205
StructFootings Workbook • 207
StructFrameConnections Workbook • 34
StructHandrails Workbook • 169
StructInsulationSpec Workbook • 47
StructLadders Workbook • 177
StructMemberFireproofing Workbook • 48
StructOpeningsMetric Workbook • 157

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