Timber Trusses (with SketchUp)


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I only just recently realized that many Chief users are importing SketchUp geometry into CA and so I thought it might be worth your while to take a look at the Medeek Truss extension for SketchUp.  I think the feature that would be of primary interest to a CA user would be the Timber Truss tool.  Please take a look at the tutorial video below for more information:
 


If anyone has any questions please feel free to contact me at any time.  I can most easily be reached at my email nathan@medeek.com

Sincerely,

Nathaniel P. Wilkerson, PE

Medeek Engineering LLC

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In addition to timber trusses there are other MPC truss types that may not be typical, for example the bow barrel truss:

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I'm also curious if Chief can handle attic trusses?

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Here is an example of an agri building I modeled up in about 5 minutes.  The tractor was just inserted into the model to help indicate the scale of the structure.

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Medeek Wall Update - 

Version 3.9.8 - 05.04.2025
- Added the Connect Corner tool to the Medeek Wall Tools II toolbar.
- Updated the Opening Copy tool with the left and right hand slider window.
- Fixed a specific bug related to glulam columns with a vertical offset equal to the wall bottom plate thickness.

 

Tutorial 69 -  Connect Corner Tool (9:12 min.)

 

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Truss Plugin Update:

 

Version 3.7.1 - 04.18.2025
- Enabled wood grain texture for the following truss types: flat.
- Added metal plates for all attic trusses.
- Added an attic furring option for attic trusses.
- Fixed a minor bug in the gable cut option for attic trusses.

 

 

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On 4/17/2025 at 3:32 PM, tambolina said:

Interesting. I'm new to CA and work for a company that builds homes and their own trusses. This is helpful. Thanks for posting. 

Let me know if you have any specific questions on the Truss plugin (for SketchUp).  You can also reach me at any time at nathan@medeek.com

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