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Guide Stairs, Ladders and Handrail
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Stairs, Ladders and Handrail Modelling TM-1813
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CONTENTS
1 Introduction ............... .................. ................ ................. ................ ................. ................ ......... 7

1.1 Aim ..................................................................................................................................................... 7
1.2 Objectives .......................................................................................................................................... 7
1.3 Prerequisites ..................................................................................................................................... 7
1.4 Course Structure ............................................................................................................................... 7
1.5 Using this Guide ............................................................................................................................... 7
1.6 Setting up the Training Course ....................................................................................................... 8
2 Overview of the Stairs, Ladders and Handrail Application ............ .......... ......... ......... ......... 9
2.1 Principles Emplo yed in the Application ......................................................................................... 9
2.1.1 Standards and Defaults ............................................................................................................... 9
2.1.2 Assemblies ................................................................................................................................ 10
2.1.3 Representation Modes .............................................................................................................. 11
2.1.4 Progressive Disclosure .............................................................................................................. 12
2.2 Accessing the AVEVA E3D SL H Application ............................................................................... 13
2.3 The SLH User Interface .................................................................................................................. 14
2.4 SLH Form Layout and Features .................................................................................................... 15
2.5 Data Hiera rchy and Element Types ............................................................................................... 17
3 Stair Flights ............... .................. ................ ................. ................ ................. ................ ....... 19
3.1 Stair Flight Hierarchy Overview .................................................................................................... 19
3.2 Creating a Stair Flight ..................................................................................................................... 20
3.2.1 Reference Point Options ........................................................................................................... 21
3.2.2 Connections to Supporting Elements ........................................................................................ 21
3.2.3 Stair Configurations ................................................................................................................... 22
3.3 Modifying a Stair Flight .................................................................................................................. 24
3.3.1 Positioning Options .................................................................................................................... 24
3.4 Creating and Modifying Stair Flights – A Worked Example ....................................................... 26
3.4.1 Setting up the 3D View .............................................................................................................. 26
3.4.2 Creating a Stair Flight in Layout Mode ...................................................................................... 26
3.4.3 Creating a Stair Flight in Detail Mode ........................................................................................ 31
Exercise 1 - Creating and Modifying Stairs............................................................................... 36
4 Rung Ladders ............... ................. ................. ................. ................ ................. ................. ... 37
4.1 Rung Ladd er Hier archy O verview ................................................................................................. 37
4.2 Creating a Rung Ladder ................................................................................................................. 38
4.2.1 Ladder Representation Options................................................................................................. 39
4.2.2 Top Exit Edge ............................................................................................................................ 40
4.2.3 Bottom Rung Spacing Options .................................................................................................. 42
4.3 Modifying a Rung Ladder ............................................................................................................... 42
4.3.1 Positioning Options .................................................................................................................... 42
4.4 Creating and Modifying Rung Ladders – A Work ed Example .................................................... 43
4.4.1 Setting up the 3D View .............................................................................................................. 43
4.4.2 Creating a Rung Ladder in Layout Mode .................................................................................. 44
4.4.3 Creating a Rung Ladder in Detail Mode .................................................................................... 48
Exercise 2 – Creating and Modifying Ladders .......................................................................... 52
5 Handrails............... ................ .................. ................ ................. ................ ................. ............ 53
5.1
5.2 Handrail Hierarchy
Creating Overview ...........................................................................
Handrail ........................................................................ .............................. 56
.................................................... 53
5.2.1 Route Definition – Planar Elements........................................................................................... 56
5.2.2 Route Definition – Stair Flights .................................................................................................. 58
5.3 Modifying Handrail.......................................................................................................................... 59
5.3.1 The Modify Handrail Form ......................................................................................................... 59
5.3.2 The Modify Handrail Components Form ................................................................................... 60
5.3.3 Splitting ...................................................................................................................................... 60
5.3.4 Merging ...................................................................................................................................... 62
5.4 Creating and Modifying Handrail – A Worked Example .............................................................. 63
5.4.1 Creating Handrail in Layout Mode ............................................................................................. 63
5.4.2 Creating Handrail in Detail Mode ............................................................................................... 69

Exercise 3 – Creating and Modifying Handrail ......................................................................... 73

6 SLH Utilities ............... .................. ................ ................. ................ ................. ................ ....... 75
6.1 The Model Editor ............................................................................................................................. 75
6.1.1 Model Editing ............................................................................................................................. 75
6.1.2 Shape Editing ............................................................................................................................ 76
6.1.3 Quick Routing ............................................................................................................................ 77
6.2 The Checker Utilit y ......................................................................................................................... 78
6.3 Reports ............................................................................................................................................ 79
6.3.1 The Attributes Form ................................................................................................................... 79
6.3.2 Mass Properties ......................................................................................................................... 80
6.3.3 Reports ...................................................................................................................................... 81
Exercise 4 – Data Checks and Reports ..................................................................................... 82

CHAPTER 1
1 Introduction
The AVEVA Everything3D™ (AVEVA E3D™) Stairs, Ladders, and Handrail application is part of the
STRUCTURES discipline that enables designers to construct accurate and detailed 3D models. This training
guide provides specific training for the AVEVA E3D™ Stairs, Ladders and Handrail application.
1.1 Aim
The aim of this training guide is to provide designers with the skills and knowledge necessary to create,
modify and report on, stair, ladder, and handrail elements using the AVEVA E3D Stairs, Ladders and
Handrail application.
1.2 Objectives
The objectives of the training course are to:
 Introduce concepts specific to the application.
 Outline the administrative elements required by the application.
 Explain how to create and modify stair, ladder and handrail elements.
 Explain how to use the data checking utility.
 Demonstrate how to run suitable reports.
1.3 Prerequisites
It is expected that trainees will have completed the TM-1812 AVEVA Everything3D ™ Structural Modelling
course.
1.4 Course Structure
Training will consist of oral and visual presentations, demonstrations, worked examples and set exercises.
Each workstation will have a training project populated with model objects. This will be used by the trainees
to practice their methods and complete the set exercises.
1.5 Using this Guide
Certain text styles are used to indicate special situations throughout this document.
Button clicks are indicated by bold turquoise text.
Information the user has to enter will be bold red text.
Additional information notes and references to other documentation will be indicated in the styles below.
 Additional information
 Refer to other documentation

System prompts will be bold, italic and in inverted commas, i.e. 'Choose function' .
Example files or inputs will be in the courier new font.

1.6 Setting up the Training Course
Double click the AVEVA E3D 1.1 desktop icon or select Start > All Programs > AVEVA Plant > Design >
AVEVA Everything3D 1.1 from the Start menu to display the Login form. Login to AVEVA E3D using the
details below:
Project: Training (TRA)
User: A.STEELMAN
Password: A
MDB: A-STRUCTURAL
After entering the login details click the

Model tile.
 The details above are indicative of

typical entry to AVEVA E3D projects.
Alternative login details may be
supplied by the Trainer.
In order to complete the exercises and

worked examples in the training guide it is
necessary to configure the training model.
On the TOOLS tab in the Training group, click the Setup button to display the Training Setup
form.
Navigate to the Structural tab, select the Stairs, Ladders & Handrail radio button. Check the Setup
Training Course checkbox and click the Apply button and close the form.

CHAPTER 2
2 Overview of the Stairs, Ladders and Handrail Application
The Stairs, Ladders, and Handrails (SLH) application allows designers to create and modify detailed access
and demarcation components within 3D models. The application is integrated with other AVEVA E3D
structural utilities.
2.1 Principles Employed in the Application
There are a number of features employed in the AVEVA E3D SLH application.
 Standards and Defaults.
 Pre-defined assembly elements.
 Two representation modes.
 Progressive disclosure concepts.
2.1.1 Standards and Defaults
AVEVA E3D SLH utilises Standards and Defaults to control the creation of stair, ladder and handrail
elements within the 3D model.
The Standards used by AVEVA E3D SLH are a set of geometric constraints. National, project, or industry
standards can be used in the determination of geometry for stair, ladder, and handrail elements. Any
number of standards may be used in a project.
Defaults provide an interpretation of a referenced standard and allow SLH Administrators to implement
preferred working practises. This gives SLH Administrators control over the displayed and pre-populated
options within forms for a number of SLH elements.
The values used within a Default must comply with the maximum and minimum values of the Standard it
references. In addition, SLH Administrators may stipulate valid values for certain geometric parameters. For
example, the width between stair stringers may be limited to a series of values that coincide with the width of
supplied stair treads.
Defaults are also used to associate assemblies with standards. The range of elements available for
selection in the Creation and Modification forms will be governed by the Default selected.
Forms relating to the settings Standards and Defaults are only accessible to SLH Administrators. An
example of these forms and a typical user form referencing a default and standard are shown overleaf.

 Detailed guidance on the administration of the AVEVA E3D SLH application is provided in the
TM-1864 AVEVA Everything3D™ Stairs, Ladders and Handrail Administration training guide.
2.1.2 Assemblies
AVEVA E3D SLH utilises a range of pre-defined assemblies to represent SLH model elements. A number
of sample assemblies are provided. Further assemblies can be created using SLH assembly constructors in
conjunction with standard catalogue and template functionality. A typical assembly selection is displayed
below.
The ability to modify the representation of SLH elements is subject to the mode of operation being used and
the degree of customisation applied to user defined assemblies.

2.1.3 Representation Modes

The AVEVA E3D SLH application enables elements to be created in Layout mode or
Detail mode, as described in the following sections.
2.1.3.1 Layout Mode
Layout mode allows designers to implement a range of SLH elements, compliant to the referred standard,
without the need to specify an exact representation. The representation is intended as an indicative
display and its representation cannot be significantly modified by the user. The created elements do not own
traditional structural elements (e.g. sections, panels) and assemblies containing such elements cannot be
selected.
As with all SLH elements, aid graphics are
used to provide an initial representation of the
elements geometry, position and orientation.
Elements created in Layout mode can be

clash checked, reported on, and displayed in
drawings.
 Due to the use of default representations,

detailed Material Take Off reports cannot
be generated for items created in Layout
mode.
Elements created in Layout mode can be converted to fully detailed elements at a later stage.
2.1.3.2 Detail Mode
Detail mode enables designers to provide greater accuracy and representation to modelled elements. A
range of assembly options, governed by the default selected, allow the designer to view and select the exact
representation of the element. The range of assemblies available in detailed mode is controlled by the SLH
Administrator.

Model elements created in Detail mode cannot be converted to Layout mode. Equally, Layout mode
elements that are converted to Detail mode can never be reverted to Layout mode.
2.1.4 Progressive Disclosure
Progressive disclosure concepts are used to provide the user with suitable information and options at
appropriate times in the design process. The forms used in the AVEVA E3D SLH application are designed
to guide the user through the design process while still allowing flexibility to review previously entered
information and allow editing. Each form utilises a number of context sensitive pages reflected in the top
section of the form.
Visual references, as to progress through the design process,

are provided at the top of the form. Successfully completed
pages are marked with a blue tick, while outstanding
mandatory information is noted by an orange triangle. The
user can navigate between pages using Next and Back link
labels or by clicking the link labels relating to successfully
completed pages.
Where possible, feedback relating to options selected and

information entered is provided within the form.
In addition, any fields that cannot be populated are greyed out.
Where mandatory fields are not completed, or incorrect

information is entered into the form, the user will be prevented
from navigating to subsequent pages.

2.2 Accessing the AVEVA E3D SLH Application
AVEVA E3D SLH may be started by using the start menu icons or the desktop icons (provided both options
were selected on installation). Both methods display the E3D Login form.
After entering suitable login credentials the E3D interface is displayed.

The SLH application is accessed by selecting STRUCTURES from the discipline

options list on the Quick Access Toolbar. The four tabs that make up the
STRUCTURES discipline are displayed.
The STAIRS LADDERS HANDRAIL tab contains the SLH application specific
functions.
 The S TA IR S LA DDE R S HA ND R A IL tab will generally be referred to as the S LH tab in this training
guide.
2.3 The SLH User Interface
As with many other AVEVA E3D applications, SLH is a Microsoft® Office Fluent™ – based user interface.
A series of tabs are displayed at the top of the screen. Some tabs are common across all design disciplines,
while other tabs are specific to the application being used. The STAIRS LADDERS HANDRAIL tab is one of
four tab in the STRUCTURES discipline and is the focal point for creation and modification of SLH elements.
Within the STAIRS LADDERS HANDRAIL tab, key functions are held in Groups (e.g. Create, Modify,
Tools). Specific functions are invoked by clicking the appropriate button in each group.
Once the user clicks the required button a task form will be displayed. The form will usually be docked to the
right hand side of the UI.

2.4 SLH Form Layout and Features
Throughout the AVEVA E3D SLH application, common form layout and features have been used, an
overview of which is given in the following sections. The general layout of both the Create and Modify forms
are the same.
The top section of the form allows Representation Mode

selection and displays the pages to be completed as part
of the creation process. The number of pages will vary with
both the element type and Representation Mode being
used.
The mid-section of the form allows users to enter

information pertinent to the page being considered. This
may consist of text fields, graphical selection processes,
and checkbox options.
The lower section of the form provides summary

information (when available) and provides action buttons
and link labels to facilitate the creation or modification
process.
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Some fields or buttons in the forms may be inactive.

Inactive fields or buttons are greyed out and usually arise
as a result of:
 Missing mandatory information in a page.
 Geometry errors in component creation.
 Default settings made by an Administrator.
On successful completion of a page the text displaying the name of the page in the top part of the form
changes to become a link label. This allows the user to navigate between completed pages and edit any
previous settings.
Similar functionality is reflected in the summary frame at the bottom of the form. Successfully selected
geometry parameters change to link labels; allowing the user to navigate to the appropriate page and edit
the parameter.

Some other common form functions are explained below:
Mandatory – indicates mandatory information is still required.
Completed – indicates that mandatory information is completed.
Autonaming – names the element being created using pre-defined naming rules.
Show Dimension – displays a graphical aid showing the geometry parameter being considered.
Checkbox – Allows users to toggle options in forms.
Flip – allows the user to change the direction of the element.

Next – link label that takes the user to the next page of the form.
Back – link label that takes the user to the previous page of the form.
2.5 Data Hierarchy and Element Types
The data hierarchy employed by SLH is similar to that used by other structural utilities. A brief overview of
the SLH hierarchy is provided below.
Before physical model elements can be created a number of administrative elements must be in place.
Administrative elements divide the model into structured areas and own the geometric elements that make
up the physical representation of the model.
As with all AVEVA E3D databases, the uppermost element is the World represented symbolically as /*.
SITE and ZONE elements are also required to own hierarchy elements relating to the structural disciplines.
Typical Stairs, Ladders, and Handrail Hierarchy

Structure (STRU), Framework (FRMW), or Sub-frame (SBFR) elements are all legal owners of SLH
elements. Within the SLH hierarchy further administrative elements exist for Handrail (HANDRA), Stair
Flights (STRFLT ), and Ladders (RLADDR).
The data components owned by these items will vary depending on the mode used to create the elements
and the type of SLH element created.
 Mode and element specific hierarchies are provided in relevant chapters.

CHAPTER 3
3 Stair Flights
This chapter covers the creation and modification of Stair Flight (STRFLT ) elements. The hierarchy of both
Layout mode and Detail mode stair flights is explained, along with a number of unique features relating to
creation and modification of stair flights.
3.1 Stair Flight Hierarchy Overview
The administrative hierarchy is the same as other SLH elements; however the component hierarchy varies
depending on the Representation Mode used. The diagrams below illustrate typical component hierarchies
for a Stair Flight.
Hierarchy for Layout Mode
Element Description
STRFLT Stair Flight element
HANDRA Handrail element
RPATH Route Path element
POINTR Route Point element
The hierarchy diagram represents a stair flight created in Layout mode with handrail applied to both
stringers. A STRFLT element owns an RPATH element defining the stair flight centreline route and two
HANDRA elements. In turn, the HANDRA elements own RPATH elements that define the handrail route
along each stringer.
Pre-defined element representations are applied to the RPATH, providing the physical representation of the
stair flight in the model.

Hierarchy for Detail Mode

Element Description
BOTEXT Bottom Extension element
STRSTR Stair Stringer element
TREADS Tread Set element
TREAD Tread element
INTLNG Intermediate Landing element
TOPEXT Top Extension element
This hierarchy represents a stair flight created in Detail mode with top and bottom extensions, an
intermediate landing, and handrail on both stringer elements. To support this degree of detail, a broader
hierarchy of elements is required.
Some elements within the hierarchy may own template items. Handrail elements within detailed stair flights
are more complex and are considered in greater detail later in this guide.
3.2 Creating a Stair Flight
The SLH application enables users to create stair flights with a variety of pitch and stringer configurations.
The available configurations are held in the Defaults assigned to each project.
On the SLH tab, in the Create group, clicking the Stair Flight button displays the Create Stair Flight form.
Depending on the Representation Mode selected, the form has four or five pages for the creation process.
Creating stair flights using both representation modes is described in the worked examples later in this
chapter.
The format of the Create Stair Flight form is typical of other creation forms within the SLH application. It
makes use of many of the common functions and features noted in previous sections. However, there are
some features unique to the creation of which are described in the following sections.

3.2.1 Reference Point Options
A number of options relate to picking reference points. Reference points allow the user to specify the edge
from which a stair flight will start and the edge, or plane, at which the stair flight will terminate . The start
and end points of the stair flight are noted as the FROM and TO reference points.
The FROM reference point has particular significance as it uses the selected edge to set the direction of
the stair flight. The direction of the stair flight will be perpendicular to the direction of the selected edge.
The FROM Reference Point must initially be set by making a

graphical selection via the Pick Edge (FFL) button. Thereafter, its
position
again and may be adjusted
picking by clicking
a new edge the Pick
or by clicking the Edge
Modify(FFL) button
Position…
link label.
Clicking the Modify Position… link label displays an Explicit

Positioning form allowing the user to specify an explicit co-ordinate
with respect to a datum.
When selecting the TO Reference Point, the user can select from two methods; connecting to an Edge or
connecting to a Plane.
If the Edge option is selected, the same process as that of the FROM reference point described previously
must be followed.
If the Plane option is selected, the user must pick a suitable planar element, or an elevation can be entered
in the Elevation textbox.
If the direction of the stair flight is incorrect, as shown by the aid graphics, the Flip Direction button can be
used to change the direction by 180°.
3.2.2 Connections to Supporting Elements
Stairs created in Detail mode can be connected to supporting structural members. After selecting the FROM
or TO Reference Point the Pick Support Element button is activated.
Clicking the Pick Support Element button allows the user to pick a supporting element for the stair
flight. The supporting element must be a Section or a Gensec. The selected element will be
highlighted red in the graphical display.

The floor thickness field is also updated when the user

selects a supporting beam. The application determines the
distance between the FFL and the supporting element. It
adjusts the thickness of the panel element used to represent
the first tread (or last if appropriate) to ensure the stair flight
terminates flush with the selected reference position.
Where a stair flight terminates at a plane the Connect

checkbox is not presented to the user. However, a
supporting element can still be selected. The floor
thickness field is updated and this information can be used
later in the
the floor to creation process
the elevation to supporting
of the extend theelement.
stringers through
If a connection is required to the supporting element, the

Connect checkbox can be selected. If a connection is
selected, the floor thickness value will be retained for use
with the Modify Stair Flight form. It also creates the
necessary hierarchy to allow a structural joint to be applied at
the connection.
 Joints must be applied as a separate activity. AVEVA E3D is not currently supplied with sample joints
of this nature.
3.2.3 Stair Configurations
The AVEVA E3D SLH application supports a variety of basic stair configurations suitable for stair flights
spanning between two edges, or between an edge and a planar surface. In addition to the basic stair flight
shapes the application also supports minor configuration customisations such as the inclusion of
intermediate landings and the cranking of stringer profiles.
 The ability to customise the shape of a stair flight is sometimes mode dependent.
Six configurations are available between two edges and two configurations are available for stair flights to
planar surfaces. The supported configurations are detailed below.
Edge to Plane Configurations:
Configuration Description
To Plane with No Extensions – The stair flight must have a planar element as
its TO reference point. No extension is allowed at the upper edge or at the lower
planar element.
To Plane with Extension – The stair flight must have a planar element as its
TO reference point. An extension is permitted at the upper edge.

Edge to Edge Configurations:
Configuration Description
No Extensions – No extensions are allowed between the selected edges of the
stair flight.
Bottom Extension – An extension is only allowed at the lower edge of the stair
flight.
Top Extension – An extension is only allowed at the upper edge of the stair
flight.
Top and Bottom Extension – An extension is allowed at the upper and lower
edge of the stair flight.
Initial Rise without Extension – An initial rise is created at the lower edge of
the stair flight. The nosing of the first tread is positioned vertically above the
lower edge position. No extension is allowed at the upper edge of the stair flight.
Initial Rise with Extension – An initial rise is created at the lower edge of the
stair flight. The nosing of the first tread is positioned vertically above the lower
edge position. An extension is allowed at the upper edge of the stair flight.
The availability of stair flight configurations and customisation options is controlled by the SLH
Administrator via settings in the SLH Defaults. A minimum of one configuration is needed for both edge to
edge stair flights and edge to plane stair flights. Different defaults may allow different combinations of stair
flight to be available.
 The SLH Default used throughout this training course only allows four edge to edge configurations.
Initial rise stair configurations have been excluded.
Stair flights are initially assessed on the Pitch value set in the Default. Subject to the configuration selected,
other pitch options that conform to the referenced Standard are investigated during the creation process.
When Detailed mode is used, the lower section of the Stair Configuration page contains a Pitch
Validation frame. The desired pitch and obtained pitch are reported to the user in this area, along with stair
rise information that conforms to the obtained pitch.
If an alternative pitch is required the user can select it using the up and down arrows adjacent to the
Desired Pitch text field, or a valid pitch can be typed into the Desired Pitch text field directly. If an invalid
pitch value is entered, the text field will revert to the closest maximum or minimum pitch allowable in the
default.

When a new pitch value is validated the aid graphics will update to reflect the new geometry.
3.3 Modifying a Stair Flight
On the SLH tab, in the Modify group, clicking the Modify Stair Flight button displays the Modify Stair
Flight form, which enables the user to change Layout stair flights to Detail stair flights in addition to
changing any of the design parameters set during the creation process.
It is not possible to modify a Detail mode stair to become a Layout mode stair.
3.3.1 Positioning Options
Stair Flights can be re-positioned using a number of methods.

New reference points can be selected graphically using the Pick
Edge (FFL) buttons.
Alternatively the position of the Reference Points can

be modified by clicking the Modify Position… link
labels and entering explicit co-ordinate.
Both of these methods will instigate a geometry

check to ensure the stair remains valid.
Stair flights may also be moved in their X axis
direction
the Stair by using the X Offset
Configuration page. or Nudge options on

When using the X Offset the user can enter a

positive or negative value in the textbox.
This value is then used in conjunction with the

adjacent X Offset from pick button to provide
an offset position from a model element.
The Nudge textbox enables users to enter a

distance to move the stair element by.
The right and left arrow buttons can then be

used to move the stair by the specified
increment.

3.4 Creating and Modifying Stair Flights – A Worked Example
This worked example, and the exercise that follows, will populate sections of SITE-STRUCTURAL-AREA02
of the training model. Worked examples will typically focus on building B01 within this site, while exercises
will typically use building B02.
3.4.1 Setting up the 3D View
In Model Explorer, navigate to SITE-STRUCTURAL-AREA02 and expand the hierarchy. Select ZONE
BUILDING_B01 and add it to the 3D View. Set the viewing direction to Iso 4.
Remove the exterior Level 1 and Level 2 walls on the North side of the building from the Drawlist.
BUILDING_B01 – Iso 4 View
A stair flight will be created using two individual flights in the central bay between Level 1 and Level 2. The
first stair flight will be created and modified in Layout mode and the second stair flight will be created in
Detail mode.
3.4.2 Creating a Stair Flight in Layout Mode
In Model Explorer navigate to BUILDING_B01 and expand the hierarchy for LEVEL 01 and make FRMW
B01_LEVEL_01_STAIRS the current element.
On the SLH tab, in the Create group, click the Stair Flight button to display the Create Stair Flight form.
Ensure the Layout radio button is selected for the Representation Mode .
In Layout mode four pages of information are required: General Attributes, Reference Points, Stair
Configuration and Extensions and Landings.

3.4.2.1 General Attributes
In the General Attributes frame select SLH Training from the Default options list. The Standard
associated with this Default, ISO 14122, is displayed below the Default options list. Note that the
Mandatory information symbol has disappeared and the General Attributes text at the top of the form has
a blue tick adjacent to it and the text is now a link label. This indicates that the mandatory information for this
page is complete and the next page is available, however, further information may be added.
Enter B01_LEV01_STAIR_1A in the Name textbox.
Enter Internal Access Stair in the Description textbox.
Select the Width option list and note the three valid values
contained within this default.
Select 800mm from the Width options list.
Click the Next link label to move to the next page.
3.4.2.2 Reference Points
Reference Points marking the beginning and end of the stair flight must now be selected. Click the Pick
Edge (FFL) button.
A graphical selection must be made of the first

reference point (the FROM point).
Select a point along the edge of the landing panel ,

at the finished floor level, somewhere near the mid-
point.
A second reference point (the TO point) is also

required.
This flight will extend between the floor of level 01

and the stair landing. Select the Plane radio button
and click the Pick Elevation button.

The user will be prompted to ‘SLH Stair Flight - Pick F ace or E dge ’. Pick the floor of Level 01. The 3D
View is updated to show three aid lines representing the stair flight centreline and the stringer extremities.
Click the Next link label.
 By default, the TO Reference Point will

always be considered perpendicular to the
edge selected when the FROM reference
point is established.
3.4.2.3 Stair Configuration
Available configurations are determined by the selected Default being used and the type of pick made for
the TO reference point (in this case Connect to Plane). All permitted options will be displayed.
On the Stair Configuration page an improved aid

graphic representation is displayed.
The updated representation reflects the configuration

selected and including a corresponding obstruction
volume.
 Enhanced aid graphics are only displayed for valid

stair configurations. If a valid stair cannot be
selected three aid lines will continue to be
displayed.
Where the pitch exactly matches the criteria found in the default, a
Green filled circle will be placed in the header of the configuration.

Where a stair flight configuration geometry meets the Standard, but

does not exactly match the default, an Orange filled circle is used.
Details of the parameters that do not fully comply with the default can
be obtained by clicking the Information link label.
If it is not possible to create a stair flight with Geometry that meets

the Standard from the given criteria, a Red filled circle is used with
an explanation note. The user is also prevented from progressing to
subsequent pages (without altering other parameters).
Select the To plane with top extension configuration from the Stair Configuration list.
The stair flight can be moved to its correct position by using either the X Offset textbox or the Nudge
arrows. Regardless of the method used, it is important to remember that the adjustment is applied to the
centreline of the stair flight.
Enter a value of -400 in the X Offset textbox and click the

Pick button to activate the Positioning Control for. Select
the Graphics and Snap buttons.
Select the North east corner of the stair landing .
The aid representing the stair stringer should now be aligned with the edge of the landing.
To ensure access is not impaired by the buildings steelwork the stair flight
will be moved south by 100mm. Make sure a value of 100 is displayed in the
Nudge textbox then click the left hand Nudge button.

Select Both Sides from the Handrail Configuration

options list.
Additional aid graphics representing the handrail are

displayed.
View South
3.4.2.4 Extensions and Landings
The Extensions and Landings page allows the user to further customise the stair flight, provided the
selected configuration and geometry requirements allow.
As the selected configuration only uses an upper extension, the Extension Length textbox for the Lower
extension is inactive. The value used in the extension will default to the minimum value set in the Defaults.
Check the Landing checkbox. As the stair flight goes down to a plane, an intermediate landing can be
added without affecting the pitch of the stair flight. The Landing Length and Landing Thickness values are
pre-populated basedThickness
Leave the Landing on valuesat
held
the in the Default.
default value. Enter a value of 1000 in the Landing Length textbox.
By default, landings are positioned as close to the middle of the stair flight as possible, i.e. with an equal
number of risers above and below the intermediate landing. Users can adjust the position of the landing by
clicking the up and down arrows on the Rises Above or Rises Below counters.
Alternatively, a graphical selection can be

made by clicking the Pick Tread button adjacent
to the rise counters.
View South

Valid stair tread positions for the landing are

displayed as shaded treads in the aid graphics.
Clicking a highlighted tread updates the

intermediate landing position and associated aid
graphics.
 A minimum of three treads is required in any

stair flight. As such, the valid treads are
limited in each flight.
Set the Rises Above counter to 6.
As all mandatory information is now complete,

click the now active Build Stair Flight button to
create the stair flight.
Navigate to the newly created stair flight in Model Explorer. Note the elements
created for a Layout mode stair flight.
Save Work.
3.4.3 Creating a Stair Flight in Detail Mode
Stair
click flight B01_LEV01_STAIR_1B
the Stair will be
Flight button to display thecreated
Createdirectly in Detail
Stair Flight mode.
form. Onthe
Select SLH tab, inradio
Detail the Create group,
button for the
Representation Mode.
The process of creating a stair flight in Detail mode is similar to that of Layout mode. However, in Detail
mode five pages of information are required, i.e. General Attributes, Reference Points , Stair
Configuration , Extensions and Landings and Specifications .
In the General Attributes frame the SLH Training default is

remembered from the previous stair flight.
Enter B01_LEV01_STAIR_1B in the Name textbox.
Enter Internal Access Stair in the Description textbox.
Select 800mm from the Width options list.

3.4.3.2 Reference Points
The stair flight will extend from the stair landing to Level 02 of the building. Click the Pick Edge (FFL)
button in the FROM Reference Point frame.
Select a point along the edge of the landing panel

between stair B01_LEV01_STAIR_1A and the
southern end of the landing.
Click the Pick Support Element button.
Pick the profile below the stair landing panel. The

selected beam will be highlighted in red.
Plan View West
Check the Connect checkbox in the FROM

Reference Point frame.
This creates a connection between the picked

supporting element and the stair flight stringers that
allows the application of a suitable joint.
 Sample connection joints for SLH elements are not included in sample or training data.

The TO Reference Point will be located along

the edge of Floor 02.
In the TO Reference Point frame select the

Edge radio button.
Click the Pick Edge (FFL) button then select

the eastern edge of the stair well on Floor 02.
Three aid lines are displayed representing the

stair flight.
The representation of the aid lines and the

position of the stair flight can now be refined.
3.4.3.3 Stair Configurations
As noted previously, the available configurations are determined by the Default being used and the type of
pick made for the TO reference point.
Select the Top and bottom extension configuration from the Stair Configuration list.
View South
Stair flight B01_LEV01_STAIR_1A has been removed for clarity.
The stair flight can be positioned by using the X Offset or Nudge functions in a similar manner to the
Layout mode stair flight previously created.

Position the stair flight centreline by entering a value of -400

in the X Offset textbox and then clicking the adjacent Pick
button.
On the Positioning Control form ensure the Graphics and
Snap buttons are selected. Pick the southeast corner of the
stair landing.
The aid representing the stair stringer is now aligned with the
edge of the landing.
The stair flight needs to be moved North by 100mm . Enter a

value of 100 in the Nudge textbox and click the left hand
Nudge button.
Creating stair flight in Detail mode allows the user to validate a variety of pitches for a selected
configuration. The application will try to use the default pitch set in the selected Default., however other valid
pitches can be attempted by modifying the Desired Pitch.
The Desired Pitch can be adjusted either by using the

adjacent up and down counter arrows or a value can be
entered in the textbox.
The Default being used for stair flights has an optimum pitch
of 36°. Adjust the Desired Pitch to 33.
The application re-calculates the stair flight geometry to check

if the desired pitch is achievable. The Stair Configuration list
and Pitch Validation frame are subsequently updated.
In this example, the default pitch could not be obtained.

However, the application has calculated the closest pitch
possible that would still produce a valid stair flight for the
selected configuration.
Feedback of the changes required to maintain the

configuration are provided in the Obtained Pitch textbox and
the Stair Configuration list
Ensure the Top and bottom extension configuration is

selected then set the Desired Pitch to 36 degrees with the
arrow counter buttons.
Unlike Layout mode, handrail cannot be added to stair flights

during the creation process in Detail mode. This must be done
as a separate activity within the handrail utility.

3.4.3.4 Extensions and Landings
As this configuration has both an upper and lower extension, both

Extension Length textboxes are active and, by default, the top
and bottom extension lengths are equal.
For this example the Lower extension length will be matched to

the Upper extension length of stair flight
B01_LEV01_STAIR_1B. Enter 250 in the Lower Extension
Length textbox.
The application will re-calculate the upper extension length to

manage the overall space requirements without changing the
stair flight pitch. Note that an intermediate landing is not permitted
with this configuration due to the limitations of stair pitch.
3.4.3.5 Specifications
The Specifications page allows the user to choose appropriate sections and catalogue items to use in
the representation of the stair flight.
The available items are controlled by the default file. In addition,

the displayed tread elements are filtered based on the width of
the stair flight and the going that has been calculated.
Select the BS-SPEC/200x75x23PFC LTOC stringer profile from

the Stringer Specification option list.
Select the Catalogue Variable tread profile from the Tread

Specification option list.
A 3D view of the selected tread is displayed below the option list.

Standard 3D view rotation and zoom functions are available to the
user.
As all mandatory information is now complete, click the now

active Build Stair Flight button to create the stair flight.
Navigate to the newly created stair flight in Model Explorer. Note

the elements created for a Detail mode stair flight.
Save Work.

Exercise 1 - Creating and Modifying Stairs
The northwest corner of building B02 contains a cavity for a stair tower. Using the SLH Training Default
and the information provided below, create a series of 1000mm wide stair flights for this tower.
Use the hierarchy contained within the FRMW STAIR-TOWER under the STRU B02-ACCESS. Use the BS-
SPEC/200x75x23PFC LTOC stringer profile and the Catalogue Variable tread profile for stairs created in
detail mode. Inset each stair flight 200mm from the East/West edge of the landing platforms.
Plan North View East
Stair Number Creation Mode Configuration Type
1 Detail
2 Detail
3 Detail
4 Detail
5 Detail
6 Layout
(Handrail both sides)
Save Work.

CHAPTER 4
4 Rung Ladders
This chapter covers the creation and modification of Rung Ladder (RLADDR) elements. The hierarchy of
both Layout mode and Detail mode rung ladders is explained, along with a number of unique features
relating to creation and modification of Rung Ladders.
4.1 Rung Ladder Hierarchy Overview
The administrative hierarchy is the same as other SLH elements; however the component hierarchy varies
depending on the Representation Mode used. The diagrams below illustrate typical component hierarchies
for a Rung Ladder.
Hierarchy for Layout Mode
Element Description
RLADDR Rung Ladder element
RLCAGE Rung Ladder Cage element
RLGATE Rung Ladder Gate element

This hierarchy represents a ladder created in Layout mode. The ladder has a cage and a gate. The
RLADDR element owns the cage (RLCAGE) and gate (RLGATE) elements. Although the ladder stiles do
not appear in the hierarchy, all major attributes relating to the ladders geometry are owned by the RLADDR
element.
In Layout mode, the representation rung ladder elements in the model is provided by a pre-defined
representations that are applied to the geometric attributes.

Hierarchy for Detail Mode
Element Description
RLADDR Rung Ladder element
RUNGSE Rung Set element
RLCAGE Rung Ladder Cage element

LDRSTR Ladder Stile element
CAGSEG Cage Segment element
LDRRUN Ladder Rung element
HOOPSE Hoop Set element
This hierarchy represents a ladder created in Detail mode. The ladder has a cage and a gate as in Layout
mode, but a detailed hierarchy is used to support the detailed representation. For a Detail mode rung ladder
the RLADDR element owns a Rung Set (RUNGSE), a Rung Ladder Cage (RLCAGE), and Rung Ladder
Stiles (LDRSTR) elements.
The RUNGSE owns a number of Rung (LDRRUN) elements while the LDRSTR element owns GENSECs
corresponding to the left and right stiles. The RLCAGE owns a Rung Ladder Gate (RLGATE) element (if
created) and a series of Cage Segment (CAGSEG) elements, one for each part of the cage. Within each
CAGSEG are a number of GENSECs representing the vertical bars of the cage and a Hoop Set ( HOOPSE)
element that owns a number of GENSECs representing the horizontal hoops of the cage.
4.2 Creating a Rung Ladder
The SLH application enables the user to create Rung Ladders with a variety of cage and exit configurations.
Some dependencies are inherent to the application. If a user
selects an invalid task or action, a suitable error message will be
displayed.
On the SLH tab, in the Create group, clicking the Rung Ladder
button displays the Create Rung Ladder form.

Depending on the Representation Mode selected, the form has two or five pages for the creation
process. Creating rung ladders using both representation modes is described in the worked examples later
in this chapter.
The format of the Create Rung Ladder form is typical of other creation forms within the SLH application. It
makes use of many of the common functions and features noted in previous sections. However, there are
some features unique to the creation of Rung Ladders. These features are described in the following
sections.
4.2.1 Ladder Representation Options
Within the General Attributes page are a number of representation options that allow the user to
significantly alter the manner in which ladders are created in the model.
The display of these options is controlled by the SLH

Administrator via the Default.
The Truncate Stile checkbox enables the bottom of the rung

ladder stiles to cut back. If this option is selected an additional
textbox is displayed allowing the specification of the length of
stile that will extend below the bottom rung or the clearance of
the stile The

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the bottom
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pre-populated on athe option
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value.
The Omit Cage checkbox enables a rung ladder to be built

without a safety cage, irrespective of the climbing height. As
safety gates require a safety cage, the Safety Gate options list
becomes inactive. If Detail mode is selected, specification
selections and ladder detail fields pertinent to cages and gates
also become inactive.
The Omit Top Rung checkbox enables the removal of the top rung from the rung ladder. On selecting this
option an additional textbox is displayed allowing the Stile Extension length above the top rung to be
specified. This option automatically selects the Omit Cage checkbox and invokes its associated effects.
 The Omit Cage and Omit Top Rung functions are incorporated to allow modelling of ladders suitable for
entering confined spaces where access requirements are unique and may be outside standard design
codes.
In addition to the representation checkboxes, the SLH
application
ladder Exit also
Typerestricts theSide
selected. ladder
exitspitch
are depending on the
not permitted for
inclined ladders.
If the user selects a side exit, the Pitch field becomes inactive.
Changes to the pitch value are only possible for front exit
ladders.
If the user selects a pitch less than 90 degrees, then selects a

side exit, the application reverts the Pitch to 90 degrees. Priority
is given to the exit type selected.

4.2.2 Top Exit Edge
The edge selected for the Top Exit Edge needs to reflect the Exit Type selected earlier in the creation
process. It also dictates the orientation of the ladder relative to other elements.
This can be seen in the following examples. Consider the structure below and two choices of exit edge
available, labelled points 1 and 2.
Applying a front exit ladder to the two Top Exit Edge positions produces the following results:

Applying a left side exit to the two Top Exit Edges produces the following results:
Picking the top exit edge at position 1 allows the ladder to be supported by the nearby perpendicular wall.
However, picking the exit edge at position 2 will result in the ladder being orientated in a manner that would
require an additional supporting structure.
Applying a right side exit to the two Top Exit Edges produces the following results:
In this case, applying the top exit edge to position 2 is appropriate provided the ladder is positioned closer to
the nearby perpendicular wall. Selecting position 1 for the top exit edge would require an additional
supporting structure for the ladder.

4.2.3 Bottom Rung Spacing Options
A number of Standards allow the bottom rung spacing to differ from the standard rung spacing. By default,
all rungs are spaced equally.
If the rung spacing is modified, the bottom rung is re-calculated

and checked against the referenced Standard.
If the user wishes to revert the spacing to equal increments this

can be achieved by clicking the Equals button adjacent to the
Bottom Rung Spacing field.
4.3 Modifying a Rung Ladder
On the SLH tab, in the Modify group, clicking the Rung Ladder button displays the Modify Rung Ladder
form which enables the user to change Layout rung ladders to Detail rung ladders in addition to changing
any of the design parameters set during the creation process.
 It is not possible to modify a Detail mode rung ladder to become a Layout mode rung ladder.
4.3.1 Positioning Options
Like stair flights, Rung Ladders can be re-positioned using a

number of methods.
New reference points can be selected graphically using the

Pick Top Exit Edge (FFL) and Pick Bottom Elevation
(FFL) buttons.
The user could also modify the position of the Top Position
reference point by clicking the Modify Position… link label
and entering explicit co-ordinates.
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the of these methods
ladder remainsinstigate
valid. a geometry check to ensure

Ladders can also be moved in their X axis direction by using

the X Offset or Nudge options on the Position and
Elevation page.
When using the X Offset function the user can enter a

positive or negative value in the textbox.
This value is then used in conjunction with the adjacent Pick

Offset Edge button to provide an offset position from a
model element.
The Positioning Control form can be used when making

picks for the offset position.
The Nudge textbox allows users to enter a distance to move

the rung ladder by along its X-axis.
The right and left arrows button are then used to move the
rung ladder by the entered increment.
4.4 Creating and Modifying Rung Ladders – A Worked Example
This worked example will add further model elements to SITE-STRUCTURAL-AREA02 of the training
model. A rung ladder will be created in Layout mode on the North wall of building B01 and an inclined rung
ladder will be created in Detail mode, linking the roof areas of building B01 and B02.
4.4.1 Setting up the 3D View

A ladder will be created between the roof of building B01 and the base slab of AREA02. If it is not already
displayed, add ZONE BUILDING_B01 to the Drawlist and set the viewing direction to Iso 4. Ensure the
exterior Level 1 and Level 2 walls are displayed.
Add the element :SLAB BASE_SLAB_2 to the Drawlist from SITE-CIVIL-AREA02 .
BUILDING B01 and BASE_SLAB_2 - Iso 4 View

4.4.2 Creating a Rung Ladder in Layout Mode
In Model Explorer navigate to ZONE BUILDING_ B01, hierarchy for Level 01 and make FRMW
B01_LEVEL_01_LADDERS the current element. On the SLH tab, in the Create group, click the Rung
Ladder button to display the Create Rung Ladder form. Ensure the Layout radio button is selected for the
Representation Mode.
In Layout mode two pages of information are required, General Attributes and Position and Elevation.
In the General Attributes frame select SLH Training from the Default options list. The Standard
associated with this Default,

Mandatory information symbol ISO 14122, is displayed
has disappeared below the
and the General Defaulttext
Attributes options
at the list.
top ofNote that has
the form the
a blue tick adjacent to it and the text is now a link label. This indicates that the mandatory information for this
page is complete and the next page is available, however, further information may be added.
Enter B01_LEV01_LADDER_1A in the Name textbox.
Enter Escape Ladder B01 in the Description textbox.
Select Front Exit from the Exit Type options list.
As a front exit ladder has been selected, it is permissible to

change the pitch to create an inclined rung ladder. However, for
this example the default pitch of 90 degrees will be used.
Move the mouse pointer over the Width inside stiles textbox. A
tool tip displaying the minimum and maximum allowable
values, as defined in the Default, is displayed.
Enter 500 in the Width textbox. This ladder will extend to the
base slab level and due to the overall climbing height will require
a cage. As such, the checkboxes under the Width inside Stiles
field can be ignored.
A Safety Gate is required. Select Right-side Hinge from the Safety Gate options list. All information for this
page is now complete. Click the Next link label.
4.4.2.2 Position and Elevation
Top and bottom Reference Points are required for the rung
ladder.
The Top Position reference point must be at the Finished

Floor Level (FFL) of the top landing area.
An edge is picked for the top reference point as this

determines the direction of the rung ladder, i.e. the Y direction
of the rung ladder will be perpendicular to the picked edge.
Click the Pick Top Exit Edge (FFL) button and pick the
northern edge of the roof panel near the western end.
The exact position does not matter as the ladder will be

accurately positioned after the elevations have been
established.
An aid point and label are displayed at the picked position.

The Top Elevation (FFL) textbox is populated with the

elevation derived from the edge pick.
The elevation may be changed manually by entering another

value in the textbox or, similarly to stair flights, clicking the
Modify Position… link label to display the Rung Ladder
Position form.
However, the edge pick is required to establish the direction of

the rung ladder.
Note that the mandatory information symbol for the Top

Position frame has disappeared.
The Bottom Elevation reference point also needs to be at the

FFL of the bottom landing area.
Click the Pick Bottom Elevation (FFL) button and pick the top
of BASE_SLAB_2 in the 3D View.
It does not matter where the pick is made as the bottom

reference point initial position will be determined using the top
reference point and the pitch of the ladder.
The Bottom Elevation (FFL) textbox is populated with the

elevation derived from the pick. The elevation may be changed
manually by entering another value in the textbox.
An initial evaluation is made of the climbing height of the

ladder against the range given in the Standard and, if within
the limits, the mandatory information is complete and the rung
ladder is displayed in aid graphics.
Note that the message in the Evaluation frame is updated, the

mandatory information symbols in the Bottom Position frame
and the Evaluation frame have disappeared and the Build
Rung Ladder button is active.
If the evaluation is unsuccessful, i.e. the climbing height is

outside the range specified in the Standard, a suitable error
message is displayed and the mandatory symbol is retained
until a valid climbing height is obtained.

Pick the northern edge of the roof panel near the western end. An aid point and label are displayed at the
picked position. The rung ladder is displayed in aid graphics
When the Top Exit Edge (FFL) is picked, the Y direction of the rung ladder is set to be perpendicular to the
picked edge and the application determines the ‘outside’ of the picked edge such that the ladder is built on
that side of the edge. However, on some occasions the incorrect side of the edge is determined, or the
ladder is required to be built on the ‘inside’ of the picked edge.
In the Positioning Tools frame

clicking the Flip Rung Ladder
Direction button sets the rung
ladder Y direction to be the opposite
direction to the direction first
determined, i.e. 180° different. This
has the effect of mirroring the ladder
around the picked edge.
The centre of the rung ladder, i.e. the centre of the rungs and the mid-point between the stiles, is built at the
Foot Clearance criteria default distance away from the picked exit edge. Flipping the ladder maintains the
offset.
In some instances the Foot Clearance at the top exit may not be
sufficient,
its climbingi.e. if there is an obstruction closer to the rung ladder within
height.

In the Positioning Tools frame

the clicking the Pick Foot
Clearance Edge button displays
the prompt ‘SLH Rung Ladder –
Pick Foot Clearance Edge:’
Picking a suitable edge moves

the rung ladder in its –Y
direction such that the default
Foot Clearance value is
maintained at the picked edge.
The distance from the picked
Top Exit Edge will increase and
may need to be in-filled,
depending on the Standard
being used.
In this example, all obstructions
are in the same plane as the
reference points, so no further
action is required.
The X Offset and Nudge positioning tools work in the same

way as described for Stair Flights.
Enter a value of -4750 in the X Offset field then click the Pick
On the Positioning Control form click the Graphics and
Cursor buttons.
Pick the northwest corner of the roof panel to locate the rung
ladder as shown.
 Rung Ladders are positioned based on their srcin, which is at the mid-point between the stiles in line
with the ladder rungs at the picked Top Exit Edge.
All mandatory information is now complete and the rung ladder is correctly positioned. Click the Build Rung
Ladder button and close the form. The aid graphics are converted to the Layout representation.

Navigate to the newly created RLADDR element in Model Explorer and expand the hierarchy. Note the
elements created for the Layout mode rung ladder.
Save Work.
4.4.3 Creating a Rung Ladder in Detail Mode
An inclined ladder will be created to provide access between the roof top of building B01 and the rooftop of
building B02. Ensure both buildings are displayed in the 3D view.
Make FRMW B01_LEVEL_03_LADDERS the current element. On the SLH tab, in the Create group, click
the Rung Ladder button to display the Create Rung Ladder form. Ensure the Detail radio button is
selected for the Representation Mode.
The process of creating a rung ladder in Detail mode is similar to that of Layout mode. However, in Detail
mode five pages of information are required, General Attributes, Position and Elevation, Ladder
Assembly, Specifications and Ladder Details.
In the General Attributes frame select the SLH Training default, if not already selected. Enter
B01_LEV03_LADDER_1A in the Name textbox. Enter Escape Ladder B01 in the Description textbox.
This rung ladder is inclined, therefore, enter 80 in the Pitch textbox.
Select a Left Side from the Exit Type options list. Note that the Pitch value
reverts to 90 degrees and that the Pitch field can no longer be edited. This
is because side exits are no permitted on side exit rung ladders
Select Front from the Exit Type options list and re-enter 80 in the Pitch textbox. Leave the Width inside
Stiles set to the default value of 400mm. Select Left-side Hinge from the Safety Gate options list.

4.4.3.2 Position and Elevation
Click the Pick Top Exit Edge (FFL) button and pick the edge of
the roof panel of building B02, somewhere near the southwest
corner to display an aid point and label.
Click the Pick Bottom Elevation (FFL) button and, using the
Positioning Control form settings of Graphics and Cursor,
select the roof panel of building B01.
Aid graphics representing the ladder are displayed.
If the aid graphics are incorrectly orientated use the Flip Ladder
Direction button in the Positioning Tools frame to correct the
rung ladder direction.
The rung ladder is to be positioned 6300mm from the

southwest corner of building B02.
Enter a value of -6300 in the X Offset textbox and

click the adjacent Pick button.
Using the Positioning Control form settings of

Graphics and Cursor, pick the southwest corner of
the roof panel of building B02.
The aid graphics update to reflect the new offset

position.

4.4.3.3 Ladder Assembly
In the Ladder Assemblies frame select the

AVEVA_Rung_Ladder_Assembly_with_Flare assembly from
the list
A preview of the selected assembly is shown below the table in

a 3D View.
The preview 3D view behaves in the same manner as the

regular 3D View used in Model.
Users can rotate, pan and zoom into the previewed assembly to
ensure the correct item is selected.
With the AVEVA_Rung_Ladder_Assembly_with_Flare assembly selected, click the Next link label.
4.4.3.4 Specifications
The Specifications page enables the user to select appropriate profile specifications and catalogue items,
limited by the Default being used, for the rung ladder being built.
Specifications are grouped in three frames for rung ladders.
In the Ladder Specifications frame the Rung and Stile elements

are grouped together
Select the SLH/RB/15.0-Bar-Round GG (PROFILE) Rung profile
SLH/FB/100.0x8x6.91
option lists. for the Stile profile from their respective
In the Cage Specifications frame the Hoop and Bar elements are
grouped together.
For the Cage Specifications select the SLH/FB/50.0x5x1.96

RBOS Hoop profile and the SLH/FB/50.0x5x1.96 LEFT Bar profile
from their respective option lists.
In the Gate Specification frame a safety gate may be selected

from the options list. This option will be greyed out if no safety gate
has been specified on the General Attributes page. A preview
displayed in the form 3D View.
Select Variable_Rung_Ladder_Gate from the options list.

4.4.3.5 Ladder Details
The Ladder Details page enables the user to check any of the main geometry attributes of the rung ladder.
Some attributes may be modified with the range of the Standards criteria. Tool tips provide the range values
from the Standard associated with the selected Default.
If the user is uncertain of how the parameter is defined a
check can button.

Dimension be made by clicking the adjacent Show
 Some attributes will not be active if design elements,

such as cages, have been omitted.
By default the Rung Spacing and Bottom Rung Spacing values are equal, however, the returned value
may not be suitable for fabrication. Enter 240 in the Rung Spacing textbox and note that the Bottom Rung
Spacing has been re-calculated.
The Rung Spacing and Bottom Rung Spacing may be made equal again by clicking the Equal button
adjacent to the Bottom Rung Spacing caption.
A similar mechanism is available for cage Top Hoop Spacing .

Click the Equal button adjacent to the Bottom Rung Spacing caption.
Leave the remaining Ladder Details as they have been calculated.
All mandatory information is now complete and the rung ladder is correctly
positioned. Click the Build Rung Ladder button and close the form.
The aid graphics are replaced with the profiles and catalogue elements
previously selected.
Navigate to the newly created rung ladder in the Model Explorer. Note the
wider range of elements created using this method compared to Layout
mode.
Save Work.

Exercise 2 – Creating and Modifying Ladders
The roof area of building B02 requires an access rung ladder to the top of the stairwell structure. Using the
SLH Training Default and the information provided below create the required ladder
Use the FRMW LADDERS owned by STRU B02-ACCESS to build

the rung ladder
The srcin of the ladder should be positioned 750mm from the

western wall of the stairwell structure.
Plan North
Feature Requirement
Representation Mode Detail
Exit Type Front
Pitch 90 degrees
Width 600mm
Truncate Stile 50mm
Safety Gate Left-side Hinge
Assembly AVEVA_Rung_Ladder_Assembly_no_flare
Rung Specification SLH_Complex_Variable
Stile Specification SLH/FB/100.0x10x7.85
Hoop Specification SLH/FB/50.0X5X1.96 RBOS
Bar Specification SLH/FB/50.0X5X1.96 LEFT
Gate Specification 600mm_Rung_Ladder_Double_Chain
Save Work.

CHAPTER 5
5 Handrails
This chapter covers the creation and modification of Handrail (HANDRA) elements. The hierarchy of both
Layout mode and Detail mode stair flights is explained, along with a number of unique features relating to
creation and modification of handrail.
Handrail may be top mounted or side mounted in continuous or panelled styles, however, in Layout mode,
handrail is represented by continuous, two rail, top mounted handrail.
5.1 Handrail Hierarchy Overview
The administrative hierarchy is the same as other SLH elements; however the component hierarchy vary
depending on the Representation Mode used, the style of handrail required, and the use of template or
catalogue elements The diagrams below illustrate typical component hierarchies for Handrail.
Layout Mode
Element Description
HRFEAT Handrail Feature element
HRGATE Handrail Gate element
This hierarchy represents a handrail created in Layout mode. A handrail element (HANDRA) owns a route
path (RPATH), which in turn owns a number of route point elements (POINTR). Any openings or gates
created in the handrail are considered HRGATE elements. These elements are owned by a handrail feature
(HRFEAT), which in turn is directly owned by the HANDRA element.
Pre-defined representations are applied to the RPATH, providing the physical representation of the
handrail in the model.

Detail Mode – Continuous style
Element Description
POSTSE Post Set element
HRPOST Handrail Post element
RAILSE Rail Set element
RAIL Rail element
HRTERM Hand Rail Termination element
HRKPSE Handrail Kick Plate Set element
KICKPL Kick Plate element
This hierarchy represents a continuous handrail created in Detail mode. The handrail element (HANDRA)
owns a number of administrative elements that relate to significant components of a handrail.
The route of the handrail path is defined by a Route Path (RPATH) element that owns a series of Route
Point (POINTR) elements.
Post Set (POSTSE ) element owns a number of handrail Post (HRPOST ) elements. HRPOST elements may
be GENSECs, catalogue components or templates.
Rail Set (RAILSE) elements own one or more Rail (RAIL) elements and any Handrail Termination
(HRTERM) elements, if created. RAIL elements have a profile specification reference and HRTERM
elements may be a catalogue component or a template.
Kickplate Set (HRKPSE) elements own Kickplate (KICKPL) elements which have a specification reference.
As with Layout mode handrail, openings and gates created in the handrail are considered HRGATE
elements that are owned by a Handrail Feature (HRFEAT) element.

Detail Mode - Panelled style
Element Description
HRPNSE Handrail Panel Set element
HRPANE Handrail Panel element
TMPL Template element
GENSEC General Section element
PANE Panel element
DPSE Data Point Set element
DDSE Design Data Set element
This hierarchy represents a panelled handrail created in Detail mode that utilises template panels. In this
case the handrail element (HANDRA) only owns three administrative elements.
As with the other handrail types described previously, the route of the handrail path is held as a series of
Route Point (POINTR ) elements owned by a Route Path (RPATH) element. Openings and gates are both
considered HRGATE elements and are owned by a Handrail Feature (HRFEAT) element.
For panelled handrail a Handrail Panel Set (HRPNSE) element that owns a number of Handrail Panel
elements (HRPANE). In this example a Template (TMPL ) element is used to provide physical representation
of the panel elements. This allows administrators to utilise the advantages of Data Points and Data Sets in
conjunction with standard structural elements.

The Layout and Detail hierarchies used for handrail elements can be also be owned by Stair Flight
(STRFLT ) elements.
5.2 Creating Handrail
Available handrail assemblies for Detail mode, both continuous and panelled, are held in the Default.
On the SLH tab, in the Create group, clicking the Create Handrail button displays the Create Handrail
form. Depending on the Representation Mode selected, the form has four or five pages for the creation
process. Creating handrail using both representation modes is described in the worked examples later in
this chapter.
 Although displayed as if mandatory, it is not necessary to navigate to the Openings page in order to
create Layout or Detail handrail.
The format of the Create Handrail form is typical of other creation forms within the AVEVA E3D SLH
application. It makes use of many of the common functions and features noted in previous sections. There
are some features unique to the creation of handrail. These features are described in the sections that
follow.
5.2.1 Route Definition – Planar Elements
Within the handrail utility there are a number of ways in which the handrail path can be defined. Route
Points can be created individually, the Create Route Point functionality, or a Route Path, with two or more
Route Points, can be derived from other elements in the mode, the Copy Route Path functionality.
The SLH Administrator can control the availability of the Copy Route Path functionality via the Default.
The Copy Route Path functionality is limited to certain elements within

the model. Valid elements are generally planar elements, although
there are some exceptions to this rule, e.g. stair flights and GENSECs.
Where the user selects an invalid element to copy the path from an
error message is returned to the user.
When an element is selected to copy the path from, a confirmation message is

displayed asking if all route points should be copied.

Clicking the Yes button creates Route

Points at the significant vertex points
of the element. The total number of
route points is displayed in the Route
Points frame.
The Path Start position of the Route

Path and the Current Route Point are
marked in the 3D View. The aid
graphic indicating the selected
Finished Floor Level (FFL) re-positions
to
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handrail
are displayed around the extremities of
the panel.
Clicking the No button displays

numbered aid spheres at each
significant vertex of the element and
the prompt ‘Pick first route point:’ is
displayed.
An aid sphere is must be picked as the

start of the Route Path.
Once an aid sphere has been picked,

a Start marker is displayed at the
picked point and the prompt ‘Pick last
route point:’ displayed.
On picking a second point, a confirmation message is displayed asking the

user about the direction in which the Route Path should be defined.
Clicking the Yes button creates the Route Path as stated in the confirmation
message, while clicking the No button creates the opposite route.
Numbers Descending Numbers Ascending
Other Route Point editing and creation functions can be employed after the Copy Route Path function has
been used. The Copy Route Path function can also be re-selected and applied to other valid elements.

5.2.2 Route Definition – Stair Flights
Stair Flight elements can also be used to create a Route Path using the Copy Route Path functionality.
The position and orientation of the path will vary with the graphical pick made, i.e. which part of the stair
flight is picked, the Finished Floor Level selected and whether or not the handrail starts at the stair flight.
Selecting the Copy Route Path… button followed by

a stair stringer will create route points along the
centre of the stringer.
If no route points exist for the handrail (i.e. the
stringer is the
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point the endwill
of
the stringer at the FFL selected.
If the user selects the stair treads or landing rather

than a specific stringer, the application will route the
path up the right hand side of the stair as viewed
from the lower reference point.
 Where a Layout handrail is being applied to a

Layout stair flight a confirmation message is
displayed. Clicking the No button routes the
handrail along the left side of the stair flight.
Stair flights can also be used to position route points in a conventional sense. By clicking the Create Route
Points… button components of the stair flight (e.g. stringers) can be used to establish the position of route
points at the selected FFL.

5.3 Modifying Handrail
The extent to which handrail elements can be modified is considerable when compared to either stairs or
ladders. There are five modification tools and forms available for use in the SLH application:
 The Modify Handrail form.
 The Modify Handrail Component form.
 The Split Rails form.
 The Split Handrail tool.
 The Merge Handrail tool.
 As with other SLH elements, detailed handrail cannot be modified to Layout handrail.
Each of these tools is designed to modify the handrail in a different way. For example, the Modify Handrail
form allows the user to make changes effecting the entire handrail. In contrast, the Modify Handrail
Components form allows specific elements within an established handrail to be edited.
In order to avoid unnecessary re-work; it is important to ensure that the path of the handrail, and the
positioning of openings within that path, are well established prior to detailing the handrail. It is
recommended that handrail modification tasks be considered in the following order:
 Route changes and extensions.
 Splitting into new handrail elements.
 Significant specification or spacing changes for posts or rails.
 Addition of gates or openings.
 Merging of handrail elements.
 Placing additional posts.
 Individual post specification changes.
 Splitting rails between posts or around obstructions.
 Terminations and any other fittings.
To ensure that a modified handrail still complies with the srcinal standard, a data checker can be used to
validate the design.
 Use of the Data Checker with SLH elements is described later in this training guide.
5.3.1 The Modify Handrail Form
On the SLH tab, in the Modify group, clicking the Modify Handrail button displays the Modify Handrail
form which enables the user to change Layout handrails to Detail handrails in addition to changing any of
the design parameters set during the creation process.
This form is used when fundamental changes are required to the design of the handrail, e.g. the handrail
height or post spacing is to be changed, or the Route Path is to be re-defined. Minor modifications or
additions and modifications to individual elements of the handrail must be carried out using the Modify
Handrail Components form.

5.3.2 The Modify Handrail Components Form
On the SLH tab, in the Tools group, clicking the Components button displays the Modify Handrail
Components form.
This form enables the user to fine tune aspects of the

handrail relating to gates, posts, terminations, rails,
kickplate and panels.
The upper section of the form is arranged into a series of

tabs each relating to a handrail component .
The components, present in the current handrail, are listed

in a grid. Below this grid the individual parameters that
relate to the component type are displayed.
Where applicable, the lower section of the form contains a

thumbnail 3D view. Individual items selected from the grid
can be viewed in this area.
5.3.3 Splitting
In order to split a handrail another item must physically intersect it. Where the same item intersects the
handrail in a number of places, individual splits must be undertaken at each location. Once the handrail has
been split a new HANDRA element and RPATH element are created.
 Where a handrail forms a closed loop new HANDRA and RPATH elements are created only after a
second split is made.
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a handrail where itsplit pointsdirection.
changes to ensure the direction of the handrail is consistent, as it is
Two types of splitting function are available for modifying handrail; Split Handrail and Split Rails. Each
function uses different methods and fulfils different purposes.

The Split Handrail functionality allows the user to create new

handrail elements . This type of splitting allows a long run of handrail
to be broken into many parts in order to obtain the correct layout for
various sections of the handrail.
Using this method of splitting will remove any specific detailing that
may have been added to the handrail. As such, it is important to
consider how the handrail is sectioned early in the modelling process.
 Panel handrail and handrail created using layout mode can only
be split using the Split Handrail utility.
The Split Rails functionality is designed for use at a later stage in

the modelling process. It allows the user to split the handrail around
clashing items in the path of the handrail or to remove localised
sections of rail and kickplate.
Any splits created using this functionality will be treated as other

editing tasks. If a significant modification is made using one of the
other modification tools the split detailing will be lost.
The Split Rails on Element button utilises the limits box of the element intersecting the handrail. The utility
works out which rail and kickplate elements of the selected handrail intersect the limits box of the
penetrating element. It then splits the effected rail/kickplate at the extremities of the limits box and removes
any rail/kickplate elements within the limits box. A Clearance value can be entered in the textbox of the
Split Rails form. The Clearance value sets the cut plane the specified distance from the edges of the limits
box, removing handrail elements from a wider area.
Consider the example shown, where an HVAC element

runs through the handrail element creating a clash at
the intermediate rail.
Entering a Clearance value of 100mm then selecting the

Split Rails on Element button prompts the user to
‘Pick the element on which to split the
rails/kickplate: ’.
Selecting the bend intersecting the rail will result in the

representation below.

A similar result could be achieved by using the Split Rails between 2 points button. This functionality
requires the user to make a series of graphical selections to identify the rail or kickplate element to be split
and two split points.
Consider the HVAC and handrail example outlined

previously. Using the Split Rails between 2 points
button prompts the user to ‘Pi ck rail or ki ckplate to
s plit: ’.
Upon picking the mid-rail of the selected handrail,

further prompts to select the split positions are
displayed. In this example the posts either side of
the HVAC element can be used as split points. On
making the second split point selection the selected
rail is removed between the identified split points.
5.3.4 Merging
Two handrail elements can be merged to form one handrail element using the Merge Handrails functionality.
With a handrail as the current element, on the SLH tab, in the Tools
group, clicking the Merge Handrails button displays the prompt
‘Pick handrail to be merged to the current handrail:’
If the current handrail is a Detail handrail a confirmation message

will be displayed as merging Detail handrails causes detailing
modifications made previously to be removed.
The current handrail when clicking the Merge Handrail button is the dominant handrail for the merge, i.e.
the attributes of that handrail will be inherited by the handrail picked to merge into the current handrail.
Detail and Layout handrails can be merged, however the first handrail selected must be a Detail handrail.
This follows the wider principle inherent to the SLH application that Detail elements cannot be reverted to
the Layout mode.
Handrails do not need to be co-linear in order to be merged. Offset handrail can be merged however, to
ensure the model representation is appropriate, the distance between handrails should allow sufficient
space to fit an S-curve, i.e. a length of at least two tangent offset values.
In addition to the Merge Handrails function the Modify Handrail Components form can be used to extend
individual rails. The form can be used to create co-incident start and end positions of rails from different
handrails. Although not a true merge in terms of hierarchy, the graphical appearance is similar.

5.4 Creating and Modifying Handrail – A Worked Example
Handrails will be created around the roof area of building B01 and added to the detail stair flight create
previously within the same building. The handrail created for the roof area will be modelled using the Layout
representation and a combination of route definition methods. The handrail added to the stair flight will be
modelled using the Detail representation mode.
5.4.1 Creating Handrail in Layout Mode
Clear the Drawlist. In Model Explorer, navigate to ZONE BUILDING_B01, add it to the 3D View and expand
the hierarchy. Select FRMW B01_LEVEL_03_HANDRAIL to make it the current element. Set the viewing
direction to Iso 4.
On the SLH tab, in the Create group, click the Create Handrail button to display the Create Handrail form.
Ensure the Layout radio button is selected for the Representation Mode.
In Layout mode four pages of information are required one of which is optional, General Attributes,
Handrail Details, Route Definition and Openings (optional).
In the General Attributes frame select SLH Training from the Default options list. The Standard associated
this Default, ISO 14122, is displayed below the Default options list
Enter B01_LEV03_HANDRAIL_1 in the Name textbox.
Enter Roof Handrail. In the Description textbox.
The Height textbox is pre-populated based on the selected

Default. Leave the Height value as the default 1100mm .
In Layout mode it is possible to create handrail consisting of

only a single rail.
Checking the Single Rail checkbox displays two further buttons
in the General Attributes frame that allow the user to select
how the rail is supported; either side mounted (e.g. handrail
fastened to a wall) or floor mounted.
This example does not use single rail handrail so ensure the Single Rail checkbox is not checked.
5.4.1.2 Handrail Details
Details relating to the displayed geometry of the handrail can be adjusted using the Handrail Details frame.
The values displayed in the Continuous Handrail frame are

pre-populated based on the selected Default.
Enter 1000 in the Post Spacing textbox.
Enter 150 in the Bend Radius textbox.

The Kickplate frame enables the kickplate representation to be selected. The three buttons are:
 Segmented Kickplate – this option creates a new KICKPL element at every change in direction of
the handrail. The corners of the kickplate are not curved.
 Continuous Kickplate – this option creates a single KICKPL element that is curved at the corners.
 No Kickplate – this option does no create a KICKPL element.
From the Kickplate frame click the Continuous Kickplate

button.
5.4.1.3 Route Definition
The path of the handrail is defined by a series of route points that are owned by an RPATH element. Route
points can be created individually or by copying points from another element.
For Layout mode handrail, the handrail posts and rails are constructed directly on the route path. As handrail
heights are measured above Finished Floor Level (FFL), this level must be established prior to any route
points being created. The route path will be created at the FFL, which may be re-selected during route point
definition.
In the Route Definition frame click the Pick FFL… button to

display the prompt ‘Pick Finished Floor Level:’
Note that all other options in the frame are greyed out.
Pick the top surface of the roof of building B01.
The FFL textbox updates to displayed the picked elevation.

This value can be adjusted by typing a new value into the
textbox. Alternatively, an increment can be entered into the
adjacent field and the associated up and down arrow buttons
used to modify the elevation
With the FFL established, the functions in the Route Points

frame are now active. A minimum of two route points are
required for a handrail to be constructed.
In this example, the vertices of the FLOOR element that forms the roof of building B01 will be used to create
the route points.
In the Route Points frame, click the Copy Route Path button to display the prompt ‘Pick element to copy
route path from:’. Pick the roof of building B01.
A confirmation message is displayed asking if all the route points are to be

copied.
Click the No button.

The vertex points of the selected FLOOR element are

marked with an aid sphere and number.
The numbering correlates to the order in which the

FLOOR vertex points were created.
Clicking the No button on the confirmation message

enables the pick the vertices which will be used to
create the route path. On more complex elements, i.e.
with more potential route points, this enables the exact
path required to be created.
The prompt ‘Pick first route point:’ is displayed. Click
the aid sphere labelled 5. The point is labelled 5 – Start .
The prompt ‘Pick last route point:’ is displayed. Click

the aid sphere labelled 4.
A confirmation message is displayed. Clicking the Yes button would create a

route path directly between points 5 and 4, i.e. a straight line. Clicking the No
button would create a route path from point 5 to 4 through points 1 and 2, i.e.
along three edges of the FLOOR element.
Click the No button.
The handrail is displayed in aid graphics extending

around the south of building B01.
As two or more route points have now been created, the buttons in the Route Path Tools frame are now
active.
Click the Close Handrail button to form a closed loop around the roof of the building. Click the Build
Handrail button. The aid graphics are replaced with the Layout mode representation of continuous handrail.

5.4.1.4 Modifying the Handrail
The route path of the handrail is located at the edge of the FLOOR element. As the Layout mode
representation is top mounted handrail, the route path would normally be inset from the edge of the roof.
The access ladder and safety gate located on the northern wall of the building must also be taken into
consideration. The section of the handrail along the northern edge will be re-positioned using Model Editor.
Zoom in to the northeast corner of the roof of building B01.
Double click any of the handrail elements, e.g. a post, a rail,

etc. to display the Model Editor handle at the srcin of the
route path.
Ensure the cursor is outside the area of the Model Editor

handle and right click to display the Model Editor pop-up
menu and select the Shape Editing option.
The route path and route points are highlighted in red and
the current route point, i.e. the start, highlighted in turquoise.

At this point the current route point could be

manipulated using the Model Editor. Each route
point could be modified to obtain the correct
position. However, with shape editing the edge
can be modified.
Pick the highlighted route path along the northern

edge of building B01. The route points at either
end of the northern edge and the route path in this
section are highlighted turquoise.
Move the cursor over the Model Editor Y Axis

Linear handle and right click to display the pop-up
menu and select the Align with Feature option.
Pan to the rung ladder created earlier on the northern wall

of building B01.
Click one of the P-points associated with the safety gate of

the rung ladder. The handrail along the northern edge of
the building has now been aligned with the safety gate of
the ladder.
The handrail requires a gap for the ladder safety gate. On the SLH tab, in the Modify group, click the
Modify Handrail button to display the Modify Handrail form. The handrail reverts to aid line representation.
Navigate to the Openings page using the link label.
The Openings frame contains a grid where information relating to

any openings in the current handrail are displayed. Adjacent to
the grid are three buttons allowing the user to add an opening,
remove an opening or pick a new position for a selected opening.
The width of the opening is displayed below the grid and is pre-
populated with a value from the Default. Other widths may be
entered via the Width textbox.
Click the Add Opening … button on the form to display the

prompt ‘Pick position to insert gate:’ and the Positioning Control
form.

Set the Positioning Control options to Graphics and Mid-point

and pick the top rung of the rung ladder.
The gate is represented in aid graphics and an aid marker,

labelled GATE 1, is displayed at the srcin of the opening.
In the Openings frame the grid is updated with the new opening
details and additional buttons for the opening are displayed
beneath the Width textbox.
In Layout mode, the buttons enable the opening to be displayed

with or without a gate.
As the ladder already owns a safety gate click the No Gate

button.
Click the Modify Handrail button.
Navigate to the handrail element in Model Editor and

expand the hierarchy. Note the range of elements
created using Layout mode.
Save Work.

5.4.2 Creating Handrail in Detail Mode
Manipulate the display of building B01 to view the detailed stair flight created in Chapter 4.
Navigate to STRFLT B01_LEV01_STAIR_1B in Model Explorer to make it the current element.
On the SLH tab, in the Create group, click the Create Handrail button to display the Create Handrail form.
Click the Detail radio button for the Representation Mode.
In Detail mode five pages of information are required, General Attributes, Select Assembly, Handrail Details,
Route Definition and Openings (optional).
In the General Attributes frame select the SLH Training Default. The standard associated with this default
Enter B01_LEV01_STAIR_HR_L in the Name textbox.
Enter Stair Handrail in the Description textbox.
The Height
Default. Leavetextbox
the valueisat pre-populated
1100mm. from the selected

5.4.2.2 Select Assembly
When handrail is created for detailed stair flights each side of the stair flight must be created individually.
This allows different assemblies to be applied on each side of the stair flight.
In the Select Assembly frame select Continuous Handrail,

Floor Mounted from the list of assemblies. A preview of the
selected assembly is displayed in the Current Assembly 3D
View.
The assembly is displayed relative to the route path. Users need
to be aware of this relationship when defining the route path.

It is possible to change the handing of the assembly relative to
the route path by checking the Flip Left/Right Handing
checkbox.
5.4.2.3 Handrail Details
In Detail mode, some handrail details are determined by the

assembly. In this example the rail spacing is fixed within the
assembly so the Rail Spacing textbox is inactive.
Leave the remaining values as they are populated.
5.4.2.4 Route Definition
The route for the handrail will be defined using Copy Route Path functionality applied to the stair stringer
after the selection of an appropriate FFL.
In the Route Definition frame, click the Pick FFL…

button and pick the FLOOR element at the top of the
stair flight, i.e. B01_LEV02_FLOORS .
In the Route Points frame click the Copy Route Path…

button and pick the stringer on the left side of the stair
(when viewed from the lower landing) to display aid
graphics of the handrail along the stringer.

The handrail will be returned to an adjacent column to

close off the stair well area.
In the Route Points frame click the Create Route

Points… button.
Change the settings of the Positioning Control form to

Graphics and Intersect and pick the edge of the floor
element next to the stair cavity followed by the LBOS P-
line of the column.
The aid graphics display the handrail returned to the

column.
Click the Build Handrail button.
The selected handrail assembly has been designed with

an offset in the Z direction. To bring the post baseplates
to the correct position the Modify Handrail
Components form must be used.
Make the new HANDRA element the CE and on the

SLH tab, in the Tools group, click the Components
button to display the Modify Handrail Components
form.
Select the Posts tab then select all the posts displayed
in the grid using the SHIFT key and the left mouse
button.
Enter 0 in the Z Offset textbox.
The handrails updates dynamically to adjust all of the

handrail posts.
 The Z-offset adjusts the distance from the RPATH

to the bottom of the post.
Close the Modify Handrail Components form.

The handrail should now look like this.
Navigate to STRFLT B01_LEV01_STAIR_1B in

Model Explorer and expand the hierarchy. Note the
HANDRA element that has been created is a
member of the stair flight.
Expand the hierarchy of the handrail element and

note the variety of elements created compared to
that of Layout mode.
Save Work.

Exercise 3 – Creating and Modifying Handrail
The roof area of building B02 requires handrail around the perimeter. Using the SLH Training Default and
the information provided below create a suitable handrail for this area.
Use the hierarchy FRMW B02_LEVEL_04_HANDRAILS under the STRU BUILDING_02_LEVEL_04.
Initially model
path of the the handrail in Layout mode. Use the Copy Route Path functionality to create the initial
handrail.
 Using Model Editor shape editing functionality inset the handrail by 200mm on all edges.
 Split the handrail to account for the stair tower structure. Delete the handrail segment that goes through
the stair tower structure.
 Add the access ladder to B01 into the 3D View. Using the Modify Handrail form create a gap in the
handrail to allow the access ladder safety gate to be accommodated.
 Modify the handrail representation to a Detail mode. Select the Key Clamp Handrail Size 8 assembly.
Keep the post spacing at 1000mm.
 Using Key Clamp Handrail Size 8 components and the Modify Components form:
 Swap Mid-Posts for Corner-Posts at all corner positions. Change the post justification to suit the
location.
 Swap Mid-Posts for Railing-End-Section terminations where the gap has been created for the
access ladder.
 Add Wall-Terminations where the handrail intersect the stair tower structure.
 Add a kickplate to the handrail segments.
Save Work.


CHAPTER 6
6 SLH Utilities
AVEVA E3D has a number of utilities are available for use by designers and administrators. This chapter
provides an overview of some common utilities that supplement the AVEVA E3D SLH application.
6.1 The Model Editor
As with other E3D model elements, SLH elements support the use of Model Editor which can be used to
modify both Layout and Detail mode SLH elements. Three main functions are contained within Model Editor:
 Model Editing
 Shape Editing
 Quick Routing.
These areas of functionality, with respect to SLH elements, are considered in the sections that follow.
 For detailed instruction in the use of Model Editor refer to the TM – 1801 AVEVA E3D™ Foundations
training guide.
6.1.1 Model Editing
This functionality is ideal for moving elements as a whole, based on their srcin or an adjusted Model Editor
handle position. Moving an entire element, rather than constituent parts, helps to maintain the design
integrity inherent to the SLH creation processes.
Linear and Planar handles can be used to re-

position elements.
Standard drag, align and offset functions are

available and can be used in conjunction with
feature snapping .
While Rotation handles are available, their use
is not recommended as some geometric
parameters of RLADDR and STRFLT elements
are plane specific and unexpected or unintended
results will be achieved.

6.1.2 Shape Editing
As seen in the previous chapter, Shape Editing functionality allows users to manipulate R-path
components of handrail elements.
 Shape editing functionality is restricted to handrail elements. Where a handrail is owned by a stair flight
shape editing functionality is also restricted.
With a handrail element selected and Model Editor invoked,

selecting Shape Editing from the right click pop-up menu
invokes Shape Editing mode.
 The user should ensure that right click action is undertaken

away from the area of the Model Editor handle.
Shape Editing may also be invoked by double clicking the

handrail twice when in Model Editor.
Once in Shape Editing mode the Route Points are displayed as

aid spheres and the Route Path as aid lines.
The Current Route Point is highlighted in a different colour.

Another route point can be made the Current Route Point by
clicking the aid sphere associated with it.
Multiple
CTRL keyroute
while points
clicking can be selected
the required Routeby holding down the
Points.
The Route Path between Route Points can be selected in a similar manner by clicking the Route Path aid
representation between two Route Points. The Route Path segment and the Route Points at either end of
the segment are highlighted.
Multiple Route Path segments can also be selected. Typical Model Editor functionality, i.e. drag, offset and
align, is available in shape editing mode.
Route Path segments and Route Points can be de-selected by clicking on the appropriate aid
representation.

6.1.3 Quick Routing
Quick Routing functionality allows RPATH elements to be lengthened or shortened and changes in
direction made. In the context of SLH it should only be used for Handrail elements.
With a handrail element selected and Model Editor invoked,

selecting Quick Routing from the right click pop-up menu
invokes Quick Routing.
 The user should ensure that right click action is

undertaken away from the area of the model editor
handles.
Quick Routing may also be invoked by double clicking the

handrail when in Model Editor.
Once Quick Routing is invoked, Quick Routing handles are

displayed at the start Route Point and end Route Point of
the handrail.
The handle at one end has multiple axes whilst the other has
a single, smaller axis.
One axis has an arrow and is the active axis which can be
dragged. Clicking any of the other axis makes it the active
axis
Clicking, holding down the left mouse button and

dragging any of the principle axes extends (or shortens)
the Route Path in that direction.

Clicking on the smaller, single axis handle ‘swaps’ the
handles such that the other end of the Route Path can be
modified.
Double clicking in a blank area of the 3D View exits Quick Routing and Model Editor mode.

6.2 The Checker Utility
AVEVA E3D contains a Checker utility that can be used across a variety of applications in the Model
module. The Checker utility enables the user to check the status and validity of SLH model elements. It can
be used to visually highlight elements that do not comply to Standards. On the SLH tab, in the Common
group, clicking the Checker button displays the Checker form.
 The Checker utility is installed separately from AVEVA Everything3D ™. If the Checker form does not
display, or no checks are available, contact your administrator.
The Checker form contains four form menus:
 The Control menu allows the user to Save existing

checks or Load a previously failed check. It also allows
an administrator to load newly created checks using the
Reload Checks option.
 The Add menu allows the user to populate the Check

Items list using CE, CE Members, Pick, Current
Collection and Failed List options.
 The Remove menu allows the user to remove elements

from the Check Item list using All, Selected , CE, CE
Members , Pick or Current Collection options.
 The Highlight menu allows the user to set the colours

that will be used to represent items that have passed or
failed data checks.
The form includes a class of checks specific to SLH elements. AVEVA provide a sample set of checks to
introduce users to this powerful utility. The functionality of the Checker can be customised or modified using
AVEVA PML functions to suit specific needs.
The checks are stored in a file named com-checks.pmldat located in the company or projects directory.
The user can organise the checks by Class and Groups.
 Checks can be configured using the Data Checker Configuration form accessed by clicking the
Config button in the Data Checker group on the A DMIN tab.
The Classes options list enables the user to select the type
of model element to be checked.
This filters the selections available in the Groups option

list.
The Groups
general options
type of check list
thatdetermines the SLH element and
will be performed.
The content of the options list is influenced by the Class

that has been set.

Once the Groups selection has been made the Checks list
is populated enabling the required check to be selected.
At this point the Check button at the base of the form will
become active. Selecting the Check button will instigate
the checking process and open the Checker Results form.
The results of the check are displayed in the Checker

Results form and can be highlighted graphically in the 3D
view.
The Checker Results form is split into two lists. The Passed
list displays all elements that successfully pass the check.
The Failed list displays the elements that have failed the
check and a brief description of the reason for the failure.
 The representation of the graphical view and the Checker Results form is controlled via the Highlight
menu on the Checker form.
6.3 Reports
In addition to the feedback provided in the main create and
modify forms a range of other queries and reports can be used
with SLH elements.
6.3.1 The Attributes Form

Attributes and pseudo attributes can be checked and used for reports. Selecting the Attributes button
from the Common group displays the Attributes form .

The displayed attributes can be grouped and sorted using standard options
available via the right click context menu . SLH elements also utilise
pseudo attributes. Pseudo attributes can be displayed by selecting the
option from the right click menu.
Attributes can be exported to Excel for further grouping and sorting if

required.
6.3.2 Mass Properties
Reports relating to mass properties can be run for any SLH

element which has a material reference set. Material can be
assigned to SLH elements by selecting the Material button
from the Tools group of the SLH tab.
A suitable material can then be selected from the Set

Material form. The material can be applied to individual
components or cascaded to all elements within a selected
part of the model hierarchy.
Mass properties of SLH elements can be calculated using

the standard mass property forms supplied with AVEVA
E3D.
Mass property forms are accessed by navigating to the

Tools tab then selecting an appropriate query from the
Model Query group .
 For detailed instruction in the use of the Mass

Properties forms refer to the TM – 1802 AVEVA E3D ™
Model Utilities training guide.

6.3.3 Reports
Attributes of SLH elements can be used with the Reporting tools supplied with
AVEVA E3D. Reporting tools are accessed from the TOOLS tab and making an
appropriate selection from the Report group.
The Report group are three buttons:
 Run Report – allows the user to run a report from a previously create report
template.
 Designer – opens the Report Designer where report templates can be created
or modified, if access rights allow.

 Simple Report – allows the user to create a report ‘on the fly’ for temporary
use.
 For details of the reporting tools refer to the TM – 1803 AVEVA E3D™ Reporting training guide.

Exercise 4 – Data Checks and Reports
Use the Data Checker utility to investigate the status of handrails in building B02. Set the highlight colour for
passed elements to be yellow and failed elements to be green.
Run a basic report for Rung Ladder elements in SITE-STRUCTURAL-AREA02. Use the Browse option to
search for report SLH-LADDERS. The report template is located in the Training Setup folder, typically
located at C:\AVEVA\Plant\E3DTraining\Training\Reports .


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Exercise 3 – Creating and Modifying Handrail ......................................................................... 73

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The objectives of the training course are to:

 Introduce concepts specific to the application.

 Outline the administrative elements required by the application.

 Explain how to use the data checking utility.

 Demonstrate how to run suitable reports.

1.4 Course Structure

1.5 Using this Guide

Button clicks are indicated by bold turquoise text.

Information the user has to enter will be bold red text.

 Refer to other documentation

Example files or inputs will be in the courier new font.

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1.6 Setting up the Training Course

Project: Training (TRA)

After entering the login details click the

 The details above are indicative of

In order to complete the exercises and

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2 Overview of the Stairs, Ladders and Handrail Application

2.1 Principles Employed in the Application

 Standards and Defaults.

 Pre-defined assembly elements.

 Two representation modes.

 Progressive disclosure concepts.

2.1.1 Standards and Defaults

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2.1.3 Representation Modes

2.1.3.1 Layout Mode

Elements created in Layout mode can be

 Due to the use of default representations,

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2.1.4 Progressive Disclosure

Visual references, as to progress through the design process,

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Where mandatory fields are not completed, or incorrect

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2.2 Accessing the AVEVA E3D SLH Application

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The SLH application is accessed by selecting STRUCTURES from the discipline

2.3 The SLH User Interface

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2.4 SLH Form Layout and Features

The top section of the form allows Representation Mode

The mid-section of the form allows users to enter

The lower section of the form provides summary

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Some fields or buttons in the forms may be inactive.

 Missing mandatory information in a page.

 Geometry errors in component creation.