SDS2 Detailing - 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

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