Plant 3D Fasteners in Secondary Steelwork
In AutoCAD Plant 3D, the automated placement of fasteners is only possible to a limited extent within the standard range of functions. This article explains the challenges of manual placement and introduces the expanded possibilities provided by the new Module 3.
Prerequisites
- Installed version of AutoCAD Plant 3D.
- Access to the Secondary Steel spec.
- Permission to install expansion modules (for Module 3).
Step-by-Step Guide
To efficiently manage fasteners in secondary steelwork, follow these steps:
- Inventory of Standard Components: Check the Secondary Steel spec to see which components are available for your current project. In the standard configuration, you will only find a limited selection of components here.
- Manual Placement (Standard Procedure): Select the desired component from the spec and position it manually on the corresponding steel structure. Since automation is missing in the standard version, orientation and spacing must be defined manually.
- Switching to SuCri Module 3 (Available from October 15th): Install SuCri Module 3 to unlock the advanced functionalities. After installation, automated placement routines are available to you.
Important Notes
- Scope of Functions: Module 3 offers standardized fasteners as well as the automated placement of brackets, supports, and hangers.
- Standards: You can store project-specific standards for bolted, welded, or anchor connections.
- Comparison: While users of Advance Steel (ADVS) are accustomed to high levels of automation, this efficiency is only achieved in Plant 3D through additional modules.
Troubleshooting
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Problem: Fasteners are not correctly recorded in the bill of materials (BOM).
Solution: Check whether the components in the Secondary Steel spec have been correctly saved with all necessary metadata.