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Create Structure

  • Last UpdatedJun 05, 2025
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Creates a structure database element.

A structure element is an administrative element that can own a number of framework elements, this allows structures to be separated for ease of modelling and reporting.

Before creating a structure element, the correct database elements must already be present in the Model Explorer, that is a World, Site and Zone must exist. If this is not the case, refer to Getting Started with Plant for a detailed explanation of creating these standard elements.

Name/Autoname

Select Name from the drop-down list, this allows you to input the name of the structure element or select Autoname.

Purpose

Allows you to input the purpose of the structure element. The window displays the default option unset.

Attributes

Click to display the Attributes window.

OK

Click OK to create the structure element in the Model Explorer and close the Create Structure window.

Cancel

Click Cancel to discard any inputs and close the Create Structure window.