4.1.3. Sliding plates and insert strips

Sliding plates and insert strips

The function Sliding plates and insert strips allows you to easily adjust inserts and sliding plates on supports. This ensures that matching elements are assigned correctly, in order to guarantee smooth operation in the pipe and support construction.

Prerequisites

• The desired support must already be placed in the model.
• A current index sheet for inlay parameters must be available.
• You need permission to edit the inlay parameter.

Step-by-step guide

1. In the model, click the desired support to which you want to assign an insert strip or a sliding plate.
2. Via the context menu (right-click), open the properties of the selected support.
3. Look for the inlay or insert parameter and enter the desired inlay index according to the index sheet.
4. The system automatically adds the inserts or sliding plates based on your input.
5. Finally, check whether the insert or sliding plate is displayed correctly and matches the parameters of the support (e.g. material, dimension, function).

Expected result: The support is now correctly configured with the required sliding or insert elements.

Important notes

• Accuracy: Make sure the index sheet used is up to date and matches the catalog data exactly.
• Functionality: A correctly selected insert is crucial for sliding movements, tolerance compensation and the service life of the construction.
• Special cases: Document deviations, especially for special materials or customer-specific inserts.
• Benefits: Using this function leads to a high degree of planning reliability and time savings through automated parameter assignments.

Troubleshooting

• The insert/sliding plate is not added correctly: Check whether the entered inlay index matches the index sheet. Make sure the inlay parameter is not locked. Update the system catalog if necessary.
• Deactivating the function: Deactivation is not recommended, as it impairs quality assurance. If this is necessary for project reasons, document this step explicitly.