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CADWorx Version
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CADWorx Structure Version
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CADWorx Structure tab: Model panel > Area Objects > Area Objects palette > Decking

Creates decking in the drawing using specified points, a polyline that defines the area of the decking, or support members.

Template

Specifies a predefined configuration of the decking.

Save

Saves any changes you make to the selected template.

Save As

Displays the Save As Template dialog box, which allows you to save a new template.

To save changes to an existing template, click Save.

Show Detailed Decking

Displays the decking in detail with all members. When you clear the Show Detailed Decking check box, the decking displays as an extruded block.

General

Boundary Offset

Specifies the offset of the boundary from the edge of the beam member.

Height (H)

Specifies the height of the decking.

Step Large (P)

Specifies the step large distance of the decking.

Below Width (X)

Specifies the below width of the decking.

Above Width (Z)

Specifies the above width of the decking.

Thickness

Specifies thickness of the decking.

Unit Weight

Specifies the unit weight of the decking.

Span Rotation

Specifies the rotation angle of the decking members.

Material

Specifies the material of the decking.

Group

Specifies the group classification of the structural member designated in the Group Manager. When you select a group from the list, the layer automatically updates to the layer assigned to that group. The groups that display in the Group list come from the Group Manager in the Structure Editor. For more information, see Group Manager in the CADWorx Structure Editor Users Guide.

Layer

Specifies the assigned layer. Layers default to the assigned group. However, you can change a layer as needed. The layers that display in the Layer list come from the Layer Manager in the Structure Editor. For more information, see Layer Manager in the CADWorx Structure Editor Users Guide.

Detail

Long Description

Specifies a long description for the item that you place.

Short Description

Specifies a short description for the item that you place.

Part Number

Specifies a part number for the item that you place.

Tag

Specifies the tag of the item that you place.

Place By

  • Points

Places an item by defining a close boundary of points. Click to define the item by at least four points in the 3D model space.

  • Lines

Places an item in the 3D model space from selected lines. The length and position of the line define the component. The lines must define a closed boundary.

  • Members

Places an item in the 3D model space from selected support members. The members must define a closed boundary.

Insert

Places the item in the 3D model space based on the configuration and the selected Place By option. This option is not available when you modify.

Apply

Applies changes to an inserted item. This option is only available after you select an item in the drawing.

Double-click decking to display the Modify Decking palette.