Single to Double Channels Hanger

Creates a single to double channels hanger from a selection in the Hangers to Steelwork gallery.

The single to double channels hangers in the Supports application are used for supporting pipework using a single hanger connected to two channelled structural sections. A default set of hanger templates are supplied with the Supports application.

You can create steelwork hangers using a combination of hanger types and ancillaries, you are guided by a series of prompts throughout the creation process.

For example, to create a VH T4 M3 B1 variable hanger, on the Hangers to Steelwork gallery, click Single to Double Channels.

You are prompted to Identify tube of datum pipe or support

Note:
The prompt does not display if the pipe to be supported is already selected.

Click to identify the pipe to support using a cursor pick in the 3D view.

You are then prompted to Identify first channel

Click to identify the first supporting steelwork section using a cursor pick in the 3D view.

You are then prompted to Identify second channel

Click to identify the second supporting steelwork section using a cursor pick in the 3D view to display the Template Hanger Creation window. Refer to Template Hanger Creation for further information.

Select VH T4 M3 B1 - Variable Hanger NPS 3/4 - 6 on the Template Hanger Creation window and click OK to display the Support Editor window.

Click Cancel to discard any changes and close the Template Hanger Creation window.

The functionality of the Support Editor window is explained. Refer to Support Editor for further information.

The new SUPPO, SUPC and HANG elements are added to the owning ZONE and display in the Model Explorer.