SDS2 - Step by Step Instructions
Step 1 : Beginning a Job
Step 2 : Double Checking Job / Fabricator Settings
Step 3 : Constructing a 3D Model
Step 4 : Process & Create Solids was a required operation in earlier versions of SDS2 programs. However, most of what Process & Create Solids used to accomplish is now accomplished automatically as a 3D model is constructed. Process & Create Solids can, however, still be a necessary operation.
Step 5 : Reviewing the 3D Model
Step 6 : Modifying/Revising Connections
Step 7 : Automatic detailing
What is Automatic detailing?
Member details
Submaterials
Erection views
Step 8 : Standard Details
Step 9 : Sheet Outlines
Step 10 : Adding Drawings to Sheets
Step 10a : Placing details onto Detail Sheets
Step 10b : Placing Submaterials on Gather Sheets
Step 10c : From Erection Views to Erection Sheets
Step 11 : Plotting Sheets