Workflow - Step by Step
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INTRODUCTION
STEP 1. Setup
STEP 2. Load Families
STEP 3. Create Wall/Floor/Roof Types
STEP 4. Model Walls/Floors/Roofs
STEP 5. Link Wall/Floor/Roof
Truss+M is part of Metal Framing but due to a different interface and workflow, it's not covered in this guide.
Explore the tabs below and learn how to install ARKANCE Dock and launch METAL COLLECTION in Revit.
the ARKANCE Dock for Revit.
Each layer must have a defined Function, Material and Thickness
The main studs are hosted inside the Structure layer which has to be the Core Layer
Drywall and other finish layers should have Finish 1, Finish 2 or Substrate
For double drywall or other finish layers, each Material name must be unique:
You can create as many layers as you wish.
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METAL COLLECTION includes and other productivity tools that you can find in the Revit ribbon or the ARKANCE Dock:
Split Families Advanced - Structural Framing split families are used for framing Paneling layouts (drywall, OSB and other finish layers). .
Metal Framing contains 3 different profile standards.
Key rules.
It's important to model wall connections (L, V, End and T) properly.
To split long walls into panels with gaps, use
Split your floors into prefab floor panels using the tool:
After modeling pitched roofs, you need to use to divide it into smaller panels:
To avoid clashes and create openings in walls/floors/roofs for services (ducts, pipes) use