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Medeek Const Library - Kickstarter Status at: 29 Jul https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/128644708/medeek-construction-plugin-library

View Medeek's plugin output resultsSketchup Model viewed in Kubity or Sketchfab:Note option to view in Virtual Reality (VR)Refer to Kubity or Sketchfab instructionsSketchfab https://sketchfab.com/models/210dcf561a3044b7aa989e7a56b6552d Kubity https://www.kubity.com/p/v8uRve Kubity LINK: https://kubity.com/p/rhnyfS

Deck Designer by MiTek - FREE web based program Currently US - Imperial units http://www.mitek-us.com/software/Deck-Designer/ Run on Internet Explorer browser as it runs on Java. Alternative deck planner: Simpson Strong-Tie Deck Planner - FREE web based program https://www.strongtie.com/products/go/software/deckplanner Runs on Google Chrome browser deck designer test_02 REPORT.pdf

Medeek's Truss Plugin Tutorial 5 Published on Jul 3, 2017 Tutorial 5 of the Medeek Truss Plugin showing the creation of truss hip sets I think those ChiefTalk members who are interested in trusses will find this interesting.

Timber truss enthusiasts using SketchUp for secondary detailing may be interested in the following "package of plugins" for SketchUp Those Chief Architect users who use SketchUp for quick study detailing may be interested in supporting Medeek Construction Library Kickstarter and receive valuable tools to add to your toolbox of plugins. The Medeek Construction Library (Sketchup plugins) https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/128644708/medeek-construction-plugin-library Kickstarter Ends: 29 August 2017 The Medeek Construction Library combines following SketchUp plugins: 1. Original Truss Plugin 2. Foundation Plugin 3. New Wall Plugin.

hip-roof build primer - by Medeek

truss hip set is typically used for spans less than 20 ft. - by Medeek view model: https://sketchucation.com/click.php?url=https://3dwarehouse.sketchup.com/model/40ac6469-0d4b-4462-914e-7f6f7ae0602f/Standard-Terminal-Hipset

Existing options for viewing Chief model in VR are: 1. Sketchfab (free and $) 2. Kubity ($) Export file formats from Chief model for Sketchfab: Alias Wavefront (.obj) Collada (.dae, .zae) Drawing eXchange Format (.dxf) Autodesk Filmbox, FBX (.fbx) Chief to Sketchfab Check out Dan Baumann video's View and Walk Through Your Chief Architect 3D Models Online Using SketchFab https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lVdMimpRWck Dan Baumann http://www.chiefexperts.com/public/3D-Model.cfm

pCon.planner – FREE 3D Interior Design Software to aid Chief Architect users Chief users doing commercial projects can benefit from the resources found in pCon Planner - a free software program that links well to commercial catalogs, materials, and templates. pCon Planner's main focus is for interior layouts of commercial offices, Educational and Medical. It links to participating manufacturer Catalogs, Materials, and standard templates that can aid your setup of your own Chief Architect commercial templates. Its main strength is the "links" to product catalogs, designer examples, and templates. Unfortunately, its main focus is European but there are North American products as well. pCon allows several export options including skp files that can be easily imported into Chief Architect or SketchUp depending on your workflow. The attached files show the type of files that can be IMPORTED and EXPORTED from pCon. I use pCon as a type of 3D Warehouse which focuses on commercial products. My workflow is to load commercial products into pCon and then export to Chief Architect as skp files. An example is a roller door. Chief Architect has yet to add roller doors to their door list (roller doors have been repeatedly requested over the years, Please add your request for Roller Doors to the Suggestions Forum) Door - roller 2700ht x 4500w pCon.skp Door - roller 2700 ht x 4500 w.calibz

pCon use by Chief Architect users doing commercial projects to assist in 3d models, materials, templates - along with - ideas and examples pCon.planner – FREE 3D Interior Design Software to aid Chief Architect users Chief users doing commercial projects can benefit from the resources found in pCon Planner - a free software program that links well to commercial catalogs, materials, and templates. pCon Planner's main focus is for interior layouts of commercial offices, Educational and Medical. It links to participating manufacturer Catalogs, Materials, and standard templates that can aid your setup of your own Chief Architect commercial templates. Its main strength is the "links" to product catalogs, designer examples, and templates. Unfortunately, its main focus is European but there are North American products as well. pCon allows several export options including skp files that can be easily imported into Chief Architect or SketchUp depending on your workflow. The attached files show the type of files that can be IMPORTED and EXPORTED from pCon. I use pCon as a type of 3D Warehouse which focuses on commercial products. My workflow is to load commercial products into pCon and then export to Chief Architect as skp files. An example is a roller door. Chief Architect has yet to add roller doors to their door list (roller doors have been repeatedly requested over the years, Please add your request for Roller Doors to the Suggestions Forum)

Check out ChiefTalk thread "https://chieftalk.chiefarchitect.com/topic/14208-truss-types-3d-models-in-sketchup/" It may be easier to create in SketchUp and then load into Chief as a symbol as suggested above. Note: The "free SketchUpMake" allows installation of "plugins as the Medeek Truss Plugin" noted in the ChiefTalk posting above. Reference: https://sketchucation.com/forums/viewtopic.php?f=323&t=63133&p=620795#p620795 (you will have to join SketchUcation as a member to view all postings and download files - it is free)

SketchUp models of various Truss Types: SketchUp 3d models - download all as shown from: https://3dwarehouse.sketchup.com/model/317af74e-a52c-470b-a612-1ba7c06617f0/Medeek-Truss-Yard-4 Sketchfab models with annotations: Truss Types by Ammonite - https://sketchfab.com/models/87ed7a1cb5574a8faadd43bf1cdf167e Truss_YARD4 by http://design.medeek.com https://sketchfab.com/models/0ab85b95cd2241e5871cd34d72c1befa Twenty-two (22) different truss profiles currently available within the Medeek Truss Plugin: - Common - Monopitch - Attic - Scissor - Tail Bearing - Dual Pitch - Bowstring - Bow Barrel - Polynesian - Cambered - Cathedral - Tray - Mono Scissor - Mono Cathedral - Gambrel Attic - Coffer - Symmetric Cathedral - Flat (Parapet, Mansard, Mansard w/ Parapet, Cantilever) - Floor (System 42) For more information, visit: http://design.medeek.com/resources/medeektrussplugin.html

Suggest also placing your posting in: FORUM: User Resources > Seeking Services This will increase your "exposure to ChiefTalk members" as it will then be in the appropriate forum.

Thanks Dave for the link. I did not realise it was not a "free symbol". It requires one to have a "Prime Membership" to access the download. Perhaps next time indicate if the symbol is a "free symbol" or one for "Prime Membership" holders. Looks like good value for money! Regards, Ray

Dave, Could you please give an accurate location of the Roll-Up Garage door noted above. Searched your ChiefTutor.com and http://www.davidmichaeldesigns but could not find a "page 4" showing roller doors Thank you in advance

IFC applications Interesting post by "kirill2008" in regards evolving application of IFC files (IFC - Industry Foundation Classes. The Industry Foundation Classes (IFC) data model is intended to describe building and construction industry data. It is a platform neutral, open file format specification that is not controlled by a single vendor or group of vendors. https://sketchucation.com/forums/viewtopic.php?f=323&t=67529&p=619775#p619775 ArchiCAD's use of "Hotlink IFC Food for thought for Chief Architect programmers "post by "kirill2008" there is still much work to be done to claim that between different BIM software is something real (not just a good intention). observationsAccording to my "interoperability" For now However progress in this direction never stops, with objects transferred using IFC format between BIM software of each other. it seems like even big players in the field haven't yet figured out how to provide a way to interact (fully and safely)for example I've seen recently a new interesting innovation, which allows the insert of a reference to an IFC file into a project, so it is possible to collaborate with engineers, detect clashes etc:

Thank you for the heads up!

Thank you, Robert !. (Chief users note symbol for Chief X9 only.)

ShaneKFantastic roof design, and well done!I shared your ChiefTalk posting with Nathaniel from Medeek Eng. in WA USA. who is also a "truss groupie". He would like to touch base with you!Nathaniel is in WA USA and shares your "passion of trusses". youtube:https://www.youtube.com/results?search_ ... ek+trusses sketchfab: Garage by Medeek - on Sketchfab https://sketchfab.com/models/eac653f2ef9d4e5faa9dd5eaa1d0188b SketchUp Warehouse https://3dwarehouse.sketchup.com/search.html?q=medeek truss&backendClass=both SketchUp plugin - on - SketchUcationMedeek is developing a Truss plugin for SketchUp and is interested in your project.http://sketchucation.com/forums/viewtopic.php?f=323&t=63133 You may like his animation of a "deconstruction of trusses on a house" interesting: I sent Medeek your contact details but if you want to email him directly I amsure he would be delighted to hear from you to talk "trusses" administration@medeek.commedeekLocation: Copalis Beach, WA USAOccupation: Engineer, Artist, Designer, Programmer Interests: Engineering, Biology, Computers, Knowledge, Artificial IntelligenceName: Nathaniel WilkersonNathaniel P. Wilkerson PE Medeek Engineering IncWebsite: design.medeek.comemail: administration@medeek.com

Thank you MarkMc. 3d Warehouse link to extensive Subzero Wolf products is: https://3dwarehouse.sketchup.com/search.html?q=Subzero and Wolf&backendClass=both by Sub-Zero & Wolf By Riggs Distributing Inc Link on Houzz is interesting: https://www.houzz.com.au/pro/sf-subzerowolf/sub-zero-and-wolf-appliances-by-riggs

Okay, Chief users! - hear is the benchmark of good design from 1960's Thesis is a good read, lots plans etc. housing thesis pdf download: http://digitool.library.mcgill.ca/webclient/StreamGate?folder_id=0&dvs=1490581745114~353

Sketchup Plants, Trees, and Shrubs Archive http://www.onecommunityglobal.org/sketchup-plants This page is a list of existing Sketchup trees and what trees they could be substituted for in 3D renderings. This page was created by a botanist with decades of experience who reviewed over 500 Sketchup plant models (every one we could find) and chose the best of the best from what was available. He then used his knowledge and experience to list other plants that the existing models could be substituted for. Use your browsers search function to find plants and comparable substitutions and watch the video for specific instructions on how to place these plants into models. SKETCHUP IS FREE – CLICK HERE TO LEARN ABOUT IT AND DOWNLOAD For easy reference and quick access, these links will take you to the following sections on this page: Related pages How to use this page video Broadleaf Deciduous Trees Nitrogen-Fixing Trees Coniferous Trees Tropical Evergreen Herbaceous Perennials Tropical Broadleaf Trees Palm Trees Cactus and Succulents Tropical Food Trees Vines Water and Bog Plants Grasses and Sedges Bamboo Related Resources

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CAD details available for download. Sign up as a member for FREE. APA – The Engineered Wood Association website: www.apawood.org https://www.apacad.org/cad-details https://www.apacad.org/additional-resources

American flags in SketchUp file format for download at: https://plus.google.com/u/0/collection/0JFLi Flag1_(10x9_ratio).skp Flag2_(10x9_ratio).skp Flag3_(10x9_ratio).skp