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Updated December 11th, 2023 by Ilya Kornienko

Temporary Roof - Roof cover

Timestamps 0:00 – Intro 0:05 – Creating Cover for Roof 0:17 – Cover Shown in Gear List 0:22 – Outro  ...

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Updated October 20th, 2023 by Ilya Kornienko

Item tool: Tube & Fittings enhancements

Extra Tube&Fittings components have been added to catalogs as well as modeling intelligence enhanced bringing the ability to achieve any Tube&Fittings projects.  Direct creation of the following components added from a tube: • Steel and timber base plates • Board retention clip • Double coupler • Swivel coupler • Putlog coupler • External Jo...

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Updated August 7th, 2025 by Ilya Kornienko

5.2. Changing the Wall trace length by handles

Learning outcomes How to change scaffold perimeter length by moving point handlers of the Wall trace. Endpoint handler selection and manipulation. Move point handler by exact distance.   Video   Timestamps 0:00 Wall trace point handlers 0:32 Endpoint handler selection and manipulation 0:51 Move point handler by the exact distance   Useful links Wall...

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Updated May 18th, 2023 by Ilya Kornienko

Item tool: Create connections from FlexBeam components

Extra create connections commands added to FlexBeam components for faster and more intelligent modeling output handling any support or suspension cases of the FlexBeam with ease.  ...

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Updated March 13th, 2024 by Ilya Kornienko

List of commonly used commands

1. How to interrupt a command from running. Any command after it’s use required to be interrupted to start using any other tool. After a tool or command executed please Right click and press Interrupt to stop the command from running.  A shortcut is the button on the keyboard.   2. Switch to the 3D or plane view. It is sometimes convenient to see a ...

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Updated August 7th, 2025 by Ilya Kornienko

1.1. Project Scope and Deliverables

Hello,  the project scope in the course includes an example of a Tube and Clip scaffold model we'll be doing together following the scope: The Project scope Tube and Fitting scaffolding line of bays: The top working platform height 4.4m The line is 5 bay by 2m x 1.2m  Guardrails Timber decking Toeboards Deadmen tubes Face, side and Ledger braces   P...

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Updated August 7th, 2025 by Ilya Kornienko

3.1. Contextual Toolbar & Grid Setup

Learning outcomes Contextual toolbar Grid setup   Timestamps 0:00 Introduction 0:20 Contextual toolbar - purposes 0:28 Contextual toolbar – Setup: maximise and pin to a location 0:56 Grid setup   Useful links Contextual toolbar Workspace: Grids, Views, Work Area and Coordinate system  ...

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Updated August 8th, 2025 by Ilya Kornienko

10.1. Gear and Yard lists

Learning outcomes How to create Gear and Yard lists in Excel format. Prerequisites: check if Excel installed. Open the Gear list tool and overview its options. Prefix, postfix, name, job number and scaffolding system in report names. Creation methods: Create from all or Create from selected. Data grid in the gear list tool: Code, Weight and Mark fie...

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Updated August 8th, 2025 by Ilya Kornienko

9.2. Stretcher stairs

Learning outcomes Attached stairs tool overview and insertion. Open attached stair tool and pick stretcher stairs. Insertion concept for stretcher stairs. Insert the stretcher stair picking 3 bays. Change entrance point of the stairs.   Video   Timestamps 0:00 Introduction 0:08 Open attached stair tool and pick stretcher stairs 0:21 Insertion concep...

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Updated August 7th, 2025 by Ilya Kornienko

6.2. Create an opening in the scaffold perimeter

Learning outcomes How to delete and restore deleted scaffold components in the perimeter from the bay tool Select scaffold components and add components into selection Window-select technique Undo and redo commands   Video   Timestamps 0:00 Introduction 0:21 Delete scaffold components in the bay 0:29 Select scaffold components and add components int...

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Updated August 8th, 2025 by Ilya Kornienko

11.4. Working with drawing views

Learning outcomes How to work with drawing views. How to select a drawing view. Change the scale of a view. Move a view. Drawing view box. Name a view and place the scale under it.   Video   Timestamps 0:00 How to select a drawing views 0:31 Change the scale of a view 0:48 Move a view  1:16 Drawing view box 1:26 Name a view and place scale under it ...

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Updated August 8th, 2025 by Ilya Kornienko

11.3. Create Plan and Elevation drawings

Learning outcomes How to create a 2D drawing by using the Drawing creator tool. Change level of detail for scaffold components in the model. Create plan and elevation drawings. Open drawing creator and specify data for the drawing. Create a 2D drawing. 2D drawing overview. Close the drawing and save it. The drawing location – how to open a drawing c...

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Updated August 8th, 2025 by Ilya Kornienko

11.1. Model views for drawing creation

Learning outcomes How to prepare model views for 2D drawing generation. Model based drawing concept. What we see is what we’ll get drawing generation concept. Create views along gridlines. Open a view from the view list. Fit all parts to the view. Tile views on the screen. Work area - fit work area for all views.   Video:   Timestamps 0:00 Model bas...

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Updated October 20th, 2023 by Ilya Kornienko

Bay tool: Multiple bays creation

Multiple bays creation feature significantly enhances convenience and speed of modelling.  The contextual toolbar allows to enable the multiple bay creation on the fly.  Preview on the insertion displays: - number of bays to be inserted - total length of the bay line - length & width of bays being used - top working platform height  ...

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Updated April 19th, 2023 by Ilya Kornienko

Rotate swivel head and adjust angle/position by picked objects

The feature allows users to model swivel couplers and rotate the swivel head to suit an angle specified angle or auto-adjust the positioning of the head according to the picked component it will connect to....

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Updated August 7th, 2025 by Ilya Kornienko

2.1. Run Tekla Structures and ScaffPlan for the first time and create a new model

Learning outcomes Making sure all is installed as required Accessing knowledge base and Getting started Run Tekla Structures & login using your Trimble ID Choosing Tekla Structures setup on the start Functions and tabs of the home screen Creation of a new model Logging into ScaffPlan using your ScaffPlan ID   Video   Timestamps 0:00 Introduction...

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Updated August 7th, 2025 by Ilya Kornienko

2.2. User interface overview

Learning outcomes General overview of ScaffPlan user interface Tooltips and access to Tekla knowledge base Instructor side pane and access to ScaffPlan knowledge base Quick access toolbar Ribbon tabs Modelling ribbon tab Scaffold design ribbon tab Editing ribbon tab Engineering ribbon tab Project management ribbon tab Drawings ribbon tab Help ribbon...

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Updated July 9th, 2024 by Ilya Kornienko

Tube and Clip - Insertion by two items

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Updated August 7th, 2025 by Ilya Kornienko

4.1. Configuring and inserting the Wall layout tool

Learning outcomes Wall layout tool properties overview and insertion. Conversion of 2D referenced walls into the 3D using the Wall layout tool   Video   Timestamps 0:00 Introduction 0:42 Open the Wall layout tool and set its properties 1:49 Insert the Wall layout tool by tracing the plan   Useful links Modeling Reference Structures Profiles - Tekla ...

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Updated August 8th, 2025 by Ilya Kornienko

7.1. Item tool: Naming conventions and overview

Learning outcomes Getting familiar with the Scaffold Item tool user interface. Purpose of the Scaffold Item tool for. Start, end points and reference line of a scaffold component. Snapping points purpose and Show snapping point command. Scaffold Item tool user interface overview. Overview of the contextual toolbar commands. Change component type and...

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Updated July 17th, 2025 by Ilya Kornienko

Reporting Leg Loads by Selected Bay

Key Details Microsoft Excel must be installed on your machine to generate these reports.  ...

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Updated August 7th, 2025 by Ilya Kornienko

Module 4 : Complete TODOs and Finalise for Site

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Updated August 8th, 2025 by Ilya Kornienko

6.6. Closing and bracing ends of loading bays

Learning outcomes Repetition of the closing bay and bracing bay commands for loading bays.   Video   Timestamps 0:00 Introduction 0:12 Close loading bay ends 0:41 Brace loading bays  ...

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Updated December 11th, 2023 by Ilya Kornienko

Temporary Roof - Width and length control

Timestamps 0:00 – Width and Nominal Width Correspondence 0:46 – Overview of Current Width Settings 1:08 – Changing Width to Next Width Option 1:26 – Referring Back to Correspondence Table 1:50 – Using Contextual Toolbar to Change Width 2:07 – Changing Width by Selected End  2:26 – Nominal Width is Updated Automatically 2:37 – Changing Width from Lef...

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Updated August 8th, 2025 by Ilya Kornienko

7.3. Create commands - add bracing

Learning outcomes How to use create command from the contextual toolbar. Show snapping points command for multiple selected objects. Create command – create a diagonal braces at the opening side. Create command – create a diagonal V brace at the opening top.   Video   Timestamps 0:00 Introduction 0:15 Show snapping points command for multiple select...

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Updated August 8th, 2025 by Ilya Kornienko

7.2. Copy and change a scaffold component from its start or end point

Learning outcomes How to copy and change scaffold components based on its start or endpoints. Copy the same object command. Change scaffold component from start or end. Scaffold components clashes – visual check.   Video:   Timestamps 0:00 Introduction 0:12 Copy the same object command 0:41 Change scaffold component from start or end 1:14 Scaffold c...

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Updated August 8th, 2025 by Ilya Kornienko

14.2. Visualise your project and take photorealistic snapshots

Learning outcomes 3D render your projects in 3D and take photorealistic snapshots. Trimble Connect visualiser commands. Visualise all. Zoom, rotate and pan in the visualiser. Skybox and sun positioning. Take 3D rendered snapshots. Materials. Visual adjustments options. Show/hide visualiser side pane. Hide side pane for the full screen mode.   Video ...

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Updated August 8th, 2025 by Ilya Kornienko

10.3. Engineering: Vertical loads

Learning outcomes How to calculate vertical loads on a bay and generate vertical loads report. Project properties affecting vertical loads calculations. Engineering calculations concept. Run calculation command execution. Visual check of the vertical loads calculations in the model. Open the Vertical loads report and overview it. Hide calculation re...

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Updated December 18th, 2023 by Ilya Kornienko

Help Ribbon - Model Info, Folders and Knowledge base

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Updated August 7th, 2025 by Ilya Kornienko

3.3. Moving the inserted plan to place

Learning outcomes Best practice of reference model positioning in the model. How to use the move command for placement of a reference model.   Video   Timestamps 0:00 Best practice of reference model positioning in the model 0:18 Move command - move inserted pdf into place    ...

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Updated August 7th, 2025 by Ilya Kornienko

5.1. Configuring and inserting scaffold perimeter

Learning outcomes How to insert and use the Wall trace tool for scaffolding perimeters Open the Wall trace tool and overview its options Configure Wall trace options before insertion Insert the Wall trace tool Delete an accidentally pick point while inserting Overview of the inserted scaffold perimeter Open a tool properties from the tool inserted  ...

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Updated August 8th, 2025 by Ilya Kornienko

13.1. What is Trimble Connect for?

Learning outcomes What is Trimble Connect for? Cloud-based collaboration platform available anywhere from any device. Design and planning stages: RFIs, markups, TODOs. Team briefing. Site inspections. Collaborate efficiently using Trimble Connect.   Video   Timestamps 0:00 Introduction 0:07 Cloud-based collaboration platform available anywhere from ...

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Updated July 17th, 2025 by Ilya Kornienko

Wind Loads Calculations and Reporting

Key Details This feature is designed specifically for modular scaffolding systems where bays are inserted using the Bay tool. If you're working with Tube and Fitting scaffolding, wind load calculations will not be available at this stage. The tool calculates wind loads on non-exploded bays and non-exploded wall ties. Calculations are based on Austra...

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Updated August 7th, 2025 by Ilya Kornienko

6.1. Bay tool: Naming conventions and overview

Learning outcomes Overview of the Scaffold Bay naming conventions and options available. Select a bay. Bay top working platform and wall line indication. Bay sides (End1, End2, Outer and Inner sides). Bay point handlers. Open the bay menu and overview its options. Bay contextual toolbar.   Video   Timestamps 0:00 Introduction 0:26 Select a bay 0:29 ...

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Updated August 8th, 2025 by Ilya Kornienko

6.8. Hierarchy of objects in the Bay tool

Learning outcomes The concept of hierarchy levels inbuilt into the scaffold bay tool for the ultimate flexibility of designing.  Access the first level of the hierarchy – the scaffold component. Access the scaffold component from the bay contextual toolbar. Modify command when changes are made on a different level of the hierarchy. Remove the first ...

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Updated August 1st, 2023 by Ilya Kornienko

How to use Dialog Boxes

Timestamps 0:00 – Introduction0:49 – Calling Scaffolding Tools Menus 2:38 – ScaffPlan Tools User Interface3:20 – Save Settings for a Tool5:53 – Get Option in User Interface7:05 – OK and Apply Options in User Interface8:48 – Outro  ...

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Updated May 18th, 2023 by Ilya Kornienko

Other improvements

Bay tool: Enhanced behavior of added & removed components. The behavior of added/removed components to/from a bay is more robust. A bay with added & removed components can be copied, moved, and rotated holding them all as configured by a user. Bay tool: Merge bays. The Merge bays command is now available on the contextual toolbar allowing to...

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Updated October 20th, 2023 by Ilya Kornienko

Catalogue: 3D workers added

Library of miscellaneous shapes now contains 3D workers.  It is possible to add workers into the catalogue and add them over scaffolding for height references when needed.  ...

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Updated July 31st, 2023 by Ilya Kornienko

Lapping Bay - Connecting Bays & Modifying Lapping

Timestamps 0:00 – Introduction0:09 – Lapping Bay Insertion 0:40 – Automatic Lapping Bay Settings2:00 – Working Custom Lapping Bay Length3:02 – Automatic Tube Length 3:45 – Working Custom Tube Length4:32 – Lapping Bay Automation4:59 – Moving Bay with Automatic Lapping Bay6:14 – Guardrail Creation7:39 – Top Ring Creation8:07 – Console Brackets8:42 – B...

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Updated April 19th, 2023 by Ilya Kornienko

Custom Item tool

Users can now create, introduce and distribute over the system setup any company-specific scaffolding component or other required shapes. The Custom Item Tool, together with the Editing ribbon, contains a set of modelling tools that allow users to develop custom components from scratch using native Tekla objects, or based on provided component templ...

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Updated June 17th, 2024 by Ilya Kornienko

Phase Manager

  The Phase manager tool has been added under the Project Management tab for quick access. The tool allows to split a model into phases. The full workflow and information is available under following link: Phase manager: Splitting a job by phases    ...

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Updated November 29th, 2023 by Ilya Kornienko

Tube Connector - Tube length control

Timestamps 0:00 – Introduction0:07 – Showing Snapping Points for Couplers0:26 – Using Coupler Snapping Points for Insertion0:39 – Measure Tube1:02 – Toggling which end are Modified1:22 – Adjusting Overhang with Locked Coordinate1:44 – Opening Command with Shift2:04 – Using Couplers as Snapping Points2:11 – Direct modification of Length on End Points...

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Updated August 1st, 2023 by Ilya Kornienko

Drawings - Add & define your own symbols

Timestamps 0:00 – Introduction0:35 – Symbol Insert 0:50 – Symbol Properties 2:25 – Symbol Copying3:07 – Symbol Along Line3:25 – Symbol Editor 5:28 – Outro  ...

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Updated July 17th, 2025 by Ilya Kornienko

Interact: Review and Manage Model Information

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Updated August 1st, 2023 by Ilya Kornienko

Scaffold Item Tool - Contextual toolbar: Create Planks

Timestamps 0:00 – Introduction0:14 – Inserting Bays Perpendicular to Each Other0:50 – Accessing Bay Item Tool to Create Planks 1:11 – Plank Insertion Options1:38 – Bridging Bays Perpendicular with Planks 2:28 – Bridging Bays on Angles with Planks3:04 – Creating Planks with Specified Direction and Distribution4:17 – Outro  ...

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Updated August 1st, 2023 by Ilya Kornienko

Document Manager - Search for drawings

Timestamps 0:00 – Introduction0:05 – Searching for Drawings 0:40 – Searching for Multiple Drawing Types1:15 – Outro  ...

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Updated April 19th, 2023 by Ilya Kornienko

ScaffPlan 1.2 - Full release notes

Compatibility with Tekla Structures versions and service packs Tekla Structures 2020 Service Pack 13 Tekla Structures 2021 Service Pack 9 Key Features AT-PAC EU System  Buttress Bay Tool  FlexBeam components for the U-Layher system  Copy components multiple times by number  Bay with no Decking  Creation of Planks by Input  Lapping Bay - Tubes and Co...

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Updated May 18th, 2023 by Ilya Kornienko

New selection commands

3 ways of components selection allow bulk manipulation of components with high speed and accuracy in any scenario you might face while modeling:    Select from a list Select similar Select from the Gear list.  ...

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Updated October 14th, 2024 by Ilya Kornienko

Copy a block efficiently with the lock function

ScaffBlock copy commands  - full guide The full guide on the ScaffBlock copy commands might be found by following link below: How to copy a ScaffBlock  ...

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Updated August 1st, 2023 by Ilya Kornienko

Construction Objects

Timestamps 0:00 – Introduction0:39 – Construction Lines Insertion 1:23 – Construction Line Direct Modification 2:11 – Construction Line Magnetic 3:56 – Construction Line Colour 4:27 – Copy Paste Properties Between Lines 5:02 – Extension5:23 – Line Type5:35 – Drag and Drop Insertion Points in 3D6:02 – Insert Construction Planes7:01 – Construction Pla...

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Updated August 7th, 2025 by Ilya Kornienko

3.2. Standards & Baseplates

Learning outcomes Tube and Clip tool: Two methods of insertion (Input by Items, Input by Points)Insertion by two itemsInsertion by two pointsLeg (standard) creation How to interrupt a command from runningBaseplate creationMove a leg with baseplateRotate a timber boardCopy a leg with a baseplateUndo CommandCopy Special – Linear command: How to copy b...

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Updated August 1st, 2023 by Ilya Kornienko

Document Manager - Select model objects from drawing or drawing from model objects

Timestamps 0:00 – Introduction0:24 – Button Locations0:40 – Select Objects in the Model 2:28 – Show Drawing Containing Selected Parts3:31 - Outro  ...

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Updated August 1st, 2023 by Ilya Kornienko

Navigating in the 3D Space

Timestamps 0:00 – Introduction to Tekla0:20 – Placing a Scaffolding Bay0:57 – Rotating in 3D Model1:48 – Automatic Rotation Centre 2:02 – Automatic Rotation Centre Settings2:48 – Navigate Command Rotate with Mouse3:43 – Set View Point 4:08 – Pan in the model5:32 – Switching to True View in 3D Model6:12 – Outro   ...

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Updated August 1st, 2023 by Ilya Kornienko

Bird Cage - Insertion & Direct Modification

Timestamps 0:00 – Forming Bird Cage Layout0:48 – Inserting a Bird Cage2:00 – In-Line Option 2:38 – Chequered Option 3:05 – Bird Cage Modification 4:47 – Insertion in X and Y Axis Direction5:26 – Direct Modification Features 6:05 – Direct Modification Demonstration 7:28 – Outro  ...

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Updated July 31st, 2023 by Ilya Kornienko

Bays - Add, Remove & Show Profiles Added into the Bay

Timestamps 0:00 – Components Modelled Over a Bay Concept0:52 – Select Similar and Profile List for Components 1:08 – Add Components to a Bay 1:30 – Copy a Bay with Added Components1:43 – Replace Component in the Bay Concept2:53 – Copy a Bay with Replaced Component3:10 – Highlight Components Added to the Bay (Added items)3:30 – Exclude Picked (Exclud...

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Updated July 31st, 2023 by Ilya Kornienko

Wall Trace - Bracing Options

Timestamps 0:00 – Introduction0:06 – Bracing Overview0:52 – Create Bracing Along Whole Bay1:27 – Bracing Direction (Mirroring)2:00 – Brace at Ends2:34 – Changing Bracing for Individual Bays 3:15 – Outro  ...

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Updated July 31st, 2023 by Ilya Kornienko

Drawings - Create an empty drawing

Timestamps 0:00 – Introduction0:05 – Creating Empty Drawing 0:38 – Outro  ...

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Updated August 14th, 2024 by Ilya Kornienko

Bay - Hatch Stairs and Ladder access

1. Purpose of the feature. Allows to create hatch stair with or without a ladder access at lifts.  From ScaffPlan 1.7 it is possible to add/remove gates. Hatch stair controls are available in the Bay tool menu.   2. Available options. Hatch stair supports following options: 2.1.  Create hatch stairs. To create hatch stairs set Create option to Yes a...

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Updated July 31st, 2023 by Ilya Kornienko

Stairs - Insertion & Direct Modification Features

Timestamps 0:00 – Stair Types0:37 – Stairs Attached to a Bay 2:10 – Independent Stair Towers 2:34 – Direct Modification Features3:16 – Stairs Overview4:39 – Stairs Attached to a Bay6:48 – Stairs on Wall Trace7:56 – Inserting Stretcher Stairs 9:35 – Direct Modification Overview 10:10 – Inserting Independent Stair Tower 11:38 – Outro  ...

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Updated August 7th, 2025 by Ilya Kornienko

1.2. Project Scope and Deliverables

Hello,  the project scope in the course includes a real word example of a job we'll be doing together following the scope: The Project scope L-shaped scaffolding perimeter with the outer corner using the  U-Layher scaffolding system The top working platform height for the perimeter is 10m Bay sizes are 2.57m X 1.4m with 3m standards used for vertica...

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Updated July 9th, 2024 by Ilya Kornienko

Tube and Clip - Tube length control for legs

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Updated July 31st, 2023 by Ilya Kornienko

Circular Tank - Insertion & Direct Modification Features

Timestamps 0:00 – Insertion: Forming Circular Tank Layout1:00 – Insertion: Naming Conventions 1:32 – Insertion: Direct Modification Features 2:19 – Insertion Demonstration 3:07 – Modifying Tank Location for Bay after Insertion4:28 – Tank Bay Contextual Toolbar5:33 – Outro  ...

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Updated August 8th, 2025 by Ilya Kornienko

7.6. Bracing by tubes and couplers

Learning outcomes How to create tubes and swivel couplers. Add a swivel coupler at the standard centreline. Copy the coupler across. Override snapping priorities on the copy. Add a tube and increase its length from the middle point of the tube. Adjust command – adjust swivel coupler position and head location automatically. Copy-mirror command – cop...

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Updated July 31st, 2023 by Ilya Kornienko

Drawings - Create a detail view

Timestamps 0:00 – Introduction0:22 – Create Drawing 0:42 – Detail View 1:25 – Detail Symbol Properties 2:32 – Detail View Properties 2:56 – Creating Note 3:09 – Outro  ...

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Module 8 : Introduction

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3.6. Lifts - Toeboards & Clips, Deadman Tubes

Learning outcomes Swap timber plank handles to create a toeboard on the outer sideCreate a timber toeboard from a plankMove the toeboard to overhang itChange the toeboard lenghtCopy the same object: Copy the toedoard by number of copiesChange the last toeboard lengthCreate 2x5 meter planks from toeboardsAdd board clips (putlog couplers)Create a toeb...

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2.4. 3D coordinate system concept

Learning outcomes An overview of the 3D space coordinate concept and XYZ axes positioning Positioning of the 2D planes in 3D Global and local coordinate systems, work plane   Video   Timestamps 0:00 Introduction 0:20 XYZ axes default positioning 1:37 2D planes 2:09 Global and local coordinate systems (work plane) 3:04 Changed work plane (local coord...

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5.3. Hierarchy of objects in the Wall trace

Learning outcomes The concept of hierarchy levels inbuilt into the Wall trace tool for ultimate flexibility of designing. Access the first level of hierarchy – the bay. Access the first level of hierarchy – the scaffold component. Modify command when changes made on different level of hierarchy. Remove the first hierarchy level - explode command for...

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3.5. Set grids and measure distances

Learning outcomes How to hide a reference model. Select a grid and open its properties. Change distances in between grid lines. Grid lines in Z direction. Measure command. Lock the grid.   Video   Timestamps 0:00 Introduction 0:31 Hide reference model 0:59 Select the grid and open its properties 1:11 Change distances between grid lines 2:42 Grid lin...

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Module 9 : Introduction

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Change Units & Decimals

Timestamps 0:00 – Introduction0:20 – Changing Units 0:57 – Outro  ...

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12.2. Export an IFC model

Learning outcomes How to export a model to the IFC format. Open IFC export menu and overview. Export the model to the IFC format and assess it. The IFC model location.   Video   Timestamps 0:00 Open IFC export menu and overview its options 1:08 Export the model to the IFC format  1:19 The IFC model location   Useful links Export a model for collabor...

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Module 1: Introduction

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8.1. Lattice beam tool

Learning outcomes Lattice beam tool overview and insertion. Open the Lattice beam tool and overview its options. Insert lattice beam. Copy lattice beam with override command.   Video   Timestamps 0:00 Introduction 0:10 Open the Lattice beam tool and overview its options 0:36 Insert lattice beam 1:06 Copy lattice beam with override command   Useful l...

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3.5. Lifts - Planks, Board Bearing Transoms Distribution & Board Retention clips

Learning outcomes Create timber planks from board bearing transomsChange timber plank lengthCopy timber planks by numberDistribute board bearing transoms under timber planks using Smart Copy commands with Control and AltMove a board bearing transomAdd Board retention clipsCopy properties: Copy Board retention clips to other board bearing transomsCop...

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Module 2 : Design Smarter Using Real Drawings

Architectural Drawing Set Please download the Architectural Drawing Set below before starting the tutorial.This set contains all the reference materials you'll need to follow along. ARCHITECTURAL DRAWING SET    ...

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Module 4 : Introduction

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Working with Views

Timestamps 0:00 – Introduction0:35 – Creating and Using Views1:45 – View Plane2:11 – Select a View2:26 – Creating Basic Views Using View Planes4:13 – View Creation Along Grid Lines4:53 – Open a View Created from the View List6:28 – Temporary and Permanent Views7:48 – Creating Views Using Two Points8:52 – Create View on Work Plane9:47 – Component and...

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Module 2: Introduction

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Coordinate Systems & Workplanes

Timestamps 0:00 – Introduction1:05 – Work Plane Orientation and Creation3:42 – Specifying Work Plane Using Two Points 4:23 – Specifying Work Plane Using Three Points 4:56 – Work Plane Tool6:02 – Parallel to View Plane Command6:52 – Parallel to XY(Z) Plane Command8:10 – Outro  ...

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Updated August 8th, 2025 by Ilya Kornienko

6.7. Remove decking on loading platforms

Learning outcomes How to use delete scaffold component command from the bay contextual toolbar. Remove guardrails and toe boards. Remove decking.   Video:   Timestamps 0:00 Introduction 0:13 Remove guardrails and toe boards 0:43 Remove decking  ...

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4.1. ScaffBlock examples for Tube and Fitting

Learning outcomes Purpose and concept of the ScaffBlock toolBest practices and prerequisites of a ScaffBlock creationScaffBlock overview of the toolCreate a ScaffBlockInsert a ScaffBlock into the modelExplode the ScaffBlock to editAdd set of legs into ScaffBlockAdd kicker lift into ScaffBlockModelling example using ScaffBlocks added   Timestamps 0:0...

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Module 5 : Introduction

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Utilities - Visibility Control

Timestamps 0:00 – Introduction 1:13 – Changing Bay Visibility  2:00 – Calling Report 3:09 – Drawing Creation3:38 – Overview and Outro   ...

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Module 7 : Introduction

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3.7. Side, Face and Ledger Bracing

Learning outcomes Add a side bracingFlip the side bracingMove couplers at ends using the coupler pointExtent the brace tube onto the groundBrace each 2nd bay: Copy side bracingAdd a ledger bracingCopy ledger bracing using grid linesCopy side bracing to the 2nd lift and adjust coupler positions to locate then above toeboardsAdd a face bracingShorten ...

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Module 6 : Introduction

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Stairs - Options & Controls

Timestamps 0:00 – Introduction0:18 – Single Stairs Settings0:37 – Top Guardrail1:05 – Flipping Stairs 1:17 – Riser Location 1:28 – Stairs Shade Cloth1:42 – Stairs Encapsulation 2:32 – Stretcher Stairs Modification3:47 – Independent Stair Towers 4:37 – Outro  ...

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Utilities - Profile list

Timestamps 0:00 – Introduction0:07 – Profile List Overview0:54 – Changing 2m Standards to 3m1:24 – Timber Sole Boards to Steel Sole Boards2:01 – Outro  ...

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3.4. Lifts - Guardrails & Board Bearing Transoms

Learning outcomes Select multiple objectsCopy ledgers up by 2 metersAdd front guardrailsAdd side guardrailsSmart Copy with Control buttonCopy guardrailsMirror guardrails over the bay line centerlineFlip mirrored guardrails over the standardsAdd a board bearing transom using ledger snapping pointsExtend the board bearing transom tubeSmart Copy with A...

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6.4. Copy bay commands

Learning outcomes How to copy a bay in different directions Create loading bays by copying bays selected to the outer side Copy a bay to any side   Video   Timestamps 0:00 Introduction 0:26 Copy scaffold bay functionality 0:50 Copy to any side   Useful links Bay - Copy a bay by a specified number of copies    ...

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14.3. Create fly-throughs for video recording

Learning outcomes Create 3D rendered fly-through for a job using Trimble Connect Visualiser. Add a view to the timeline. Place a view before or after the added view. Delete the added view. Set time between views. Play and stop buttons. Play animation in the loop continuously. Freeze sun position. Add more views to create fly-through. Play the animat...

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Module 0: Getting Started

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13.2. Create a project in Trimble Connect web

Learning outcomes Create a project in Trimble Connect web. Web and desktop versions of Trimble connect. Login to Trimble Connect web. Create a new project in Trimble Connect and overview. Create a new folder in Trimble Connect project for 3D model upload.   Video   Timestamps 0:00 Introduction 0:11 Web and desktop versions of Trimble Connect 0:51 Lo...

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2.1. ScaffPlan introduction

Learning outcomes Run Tekla Structures and ScaffPlanCreate a new model.Navigation in 3D space.Project information.   Timestamps 0:13 Run Tekla Structures and ScaffPlan 0:20 Create a new model. 0:35 Navigation in 3D space. 1:22 Project information.   Useful links Getting started with ScaffPlan Create new, open & save a model User Interface  ...

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Module 3 : Introduction

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2.1. ScaffPlan introduction

Learning outcomes Run Tekla Structures and ScaffPlanCreate a new model.Navigation in 3D space.Project information.   Timestamps 0:13 Run Tekla Structures and ScaffPlan 0:20 Create a new model. 0:35 Navigation in 3D space. 1:22 Project information.   Useful links Getting started with ScaffPlan Create new, open & save a model User Interface  ...

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Module 5 : Site-Ready Drawings

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Tube Connector - Add couplers

Timestamps 0:00 – Introduction0:08 – Using Contextual Toolbar to Change Coupler Settings0:34 – Adding Coupler to Tube0:57 – Changing Hierarchy to Individual Tube Level1:05 – Creating Individual Coupler from Tube Options1:47 – Outro  ...

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Module 7 : The Last Call

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Course curriculum

1. Introduction to the course 1.1. Before we get started… 1.2. Project Scope and Deliverables    2. Introduction to ScaffPlan 2.1. Run Tekla Structures and ScaffPlan for the first time and create a new model 2.2. User interface overview 2.3. Zoom, rotate, and pan in the model view 2.4. 3D coordinate system concept 2.5. Setting up project information...

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Drawings - Item detail for 2D drawings creation

Timestamps 0:00 – Introduction0:21 – Changing Item Detail0:38 – Drawing Creation Speed1:07 – Outro  ...

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Module 9 : Publish Final Drawings and Model

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Module 3 : Share a Model for Review

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Encapsulation tool - Purpose, Features & Naming Conventions

Timestamps 0:00 – Purpose0:50 – Inbuilt Features 1:28 – Naming Conventions 1:39 – Outro  ...

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Other ScaffBlock functions

1. Add snapping points. Sometimes it is required to add extra snapping points to a block after creation of the block. To add extra snapping point to a block: 1.Add construction points to a block using the Points tool from the Modelling tab (add point to any location might be used quite often): 2. Select a block if has not been selected yet. 3. Click...

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Buttress Bay - Insertion and Available Options

Timestamps 0:00 – Introduction0:27 – Creating Buttress Bay1:18 – Adjusting Buttress Bay3:20 – Outro  ...

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10.2. Tie register

Learning outcomes How to create Tie register from engineering reports. Open Engineering reports and generate tie register. Tie register overview. Show numbers - check tie number in the model.   Video   Timestamps 0:00 Introduction 0:07 Open Engineering reports and generate tie register 0:43 Tie register overview 0:59 Show numbers - check tie number ...

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Module 6 : Leg Load Checks

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Lapping Bay - Overview of Inbuilt Features

Timestamps 0:00 – Introduction0:08 – Lapping Plank Length Settings0:42 – Tube Length Settings1:06 – Inner Tube Creation 1:25 – Outro  ...

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Lapping Bay - Add extra bays shortening the gap

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Custom Item tool - Add a new component (shape) from a 3D reference object

Timestamps 0:00 – 3D Objects Supported for Extrusion 1:38 – Importing Reference Model from Folder 2:01 – Opening Model in Tekla2:47 – Creating New View 3:13 – Creating Start and End Points 3:46 – Adding Reference Model as Custom Item3:59 – Custom Item Properties 5:24 – Inserting Item with Start and End Points6:04 – Custom Item Properties 6:35 – Call...

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Bay - End Types

Timestamps 0:00 – Introduction0:20 – Show (Draw) Bay Ends0:40 – Open, Closed End 1 (Left) and End 2 (Right) Options 1:25 – Open Without Inner Standard1:53 – Closed Without Inner Standard2:06 – Open Without Outer Standard2:18 – Rotate Standard in a Bay2:59 – Control Bay End Types Using Contextual Toolbar 3:26 – Outro  ...

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Module 8 : Make it Pop - Final Visuals

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Scaffold Item Tool - Getting familiar with the tool

Timestamps 0:00 – Introduction0:10 – Calling Scaffold Item Tool Menu1:15 – Scaffold Item Tool User Interface 1:52 – Scaffold Tool Save Settings 3:03 – Scaffold Item Type and Profile (Component)4:43 – Inserting Component in Model5:17 – Searching Ledger in Item Tool5:43 – Inserting Ledger6:10 – Component Positioning in Item Tool  8:35 – Component Prev...

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1.1. Project Scope and Deliverables

Hello,  the project scope in the course includes an example of a Tube and Clip scaffold model we'll be doing together following the scope: The Project scope Tube and Clip scaffolding line of bays: The top working platform height 4.2m Bay sizes are 2.4m X 1.2m  Guardrails Timber decking Diagonal braces   Project deliverables 3D model - digital twin o...

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Wall Trace - Containment Mesh

Timestamps 0:00 – Introduction0:15 – Containment Mesh Overview 0:59 – Creating Containment Mesh 1:33 – Creating Containment Mesh for Bigger Bay Projects 2:26 – Outro  ...

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Temporary Roof - Bracing configurations

Timestamps 0:00 – Intro 0:08 – Bracing Configurations 0:32 – Outro      ...

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Add a new view to an existing drawing

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Drawings - Copy, move & link drawing views

Timestamps 0:00 – Introduction0:08 – Drawing Overview2:06 – Copying Drawing from Document Manager3:04 – Link Drawings from Document Manager3:59 – Moving Views 5:31 – Outro  ...

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Tube and Clip - Add couplers

Timestamps 0:00 – Intro0:12 – Inserting Tube and Clip0:22 – Using Contextual Toolbar0:43 – Adding Connection from Contextual Toolbar1:12 – Interrupting Command1:18 – Repeating Connection Process 1:30 – Adding Connection on Bracing1:47 – Adding Connection on Lattice Beam1:56 – Adding Couplers on Cross Braces2:11 – Measuring Swivel Coupler2:29 – Movin...

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3.1. Tube and Clip: 3D Modelling

Learning outcomes Contextual toolbar Grid setupTube Connector commands and functionsTube and Clip tool commands and functionsItem tool commands and functionsCopy and move commands   Timestamps 0:00 Introduction 0:19 Contextual toolbar - purposes 0:27 Contextual toolbar – maximise and pin to a location 0:44 Grid setup 1:14 Leg (vertical) creation - T...

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Wall Trace - Top Ring Creation

Timestamps 0:00 – Introduction0:05 – Top Ring Overview 0:21 – Top Ring Creation 1:22 – Outro  ...

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Lapping Bay - Tubes and Couplers Option at Corner

Users can create a lapping bay at the inner corner for 2 perpendicular bays. The option is available when the Outer Guardrail option is set to "Tube (at corners)" at a corner bay, and the Lapping bay the being inserted....

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Bay - Top Ring Creation & Control

Timestamps 0:00 – Introduction0:28 – Top Ring Option 0:56 – Top Ring with Ledgers/Transoms1:54 – Top Ring with Guardrails3:07 – Top Ring with Console Brackets4:30 – Outro  ...

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Scaffold Item tool - Contextual toolbar: Component rotation commands

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Drawings - Ribbon overview & general concept

Timestamps 0:00 – Topic0:45 – Overview6:18 – General Concept10:00 – Outro  ...

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Reporting - Handover Certificate & Scafftag

Timestamps 0:00 – Handover & ScaffTag Certificates0:22 – Certificates Inputs0:48 – Reports Location 1:18 – Certificate Overview in Model3:19 – ScaffTag Overview4:11 – Outro   ...

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Wall Trace - Geometry Manipulation (Slopes)

Timestamps 0:00 – Wall Trace Direct Modification Features 1:26 – Wall Trace Point Handlers4:35 – Wall Trace Midpoint Handlers6:31 – Wall Trace Measure Line Handler 9:07 – Wall Trace Wall Line Handler 12:54 – Wall Trace Contextual Toolbar 17:25 – Outro    ...

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Custom Item tool: Transoms & tubes by parametric creation & custom components in a system list

Company-specific custom transoms and tubes can be created with ease using the parametric creation feature. Custom components created by a user might be located under the system profiles list for ease of access during modeling.  ...

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Drawings - Reference models in drawings

Timestamps 0:00 – Introduction0:40 – Drawing Creation1:20 – Showing Reference Models in Drawing3:03 – View Specific Properties3:42 – Separating IFC and PDF 5:01 – Outro  ...

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Wall Ties - Insertion Principals

Timestamps 0:00 – Insertion1:18 – Direct Modification 2:33 – Model Demonstration3:22 – Setting Up Construction Line 4:49 – Inserting Wall Tie 5:31 – Wall Tie Properties and Copying 6:30 – Wall Tie Location7:22 – Outro  ...

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Document Manager - Working with the data grid

Timestamps 0:00 – Introduction0:12 – Document Manager Columns Overview 2:07 – Hiding Categories 2:53 – Arrange Columns Lowest/Highest 3:34 – Outro   ...

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Corner Arrangements - Inner Corner Arrangements

Timestamps 0:00 – General Concept and Inputs1:03 – Inner Corner – Option 17:09 – Inner Corner – Option 211:31 – Inner Corner – Option 313:10 – Inner Corner – Option 414:10 – Outro   ...

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Change a block by Type, Subtype and Name

1. Overview. Once inserted block selected the block might be changed:  - statically from Start or End point using Type, Subtype and Name drop downs  - dynamically for dynamic blocks only by dragging and dropping Start or End point of the dynamic block bounding box handlers when the bounding box is enabled   2. Static changes. A block might be change...

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Bay - Containment Mesh

Timestamps 0:00 – Introduction0:18 – Containment Mesh for Multiple Scaffold Bays0:47 – Select Containment Mesh Type and Create Containment Mesh1:12 – Visual Grid Option and Visual Grid Visibility in the Model1:50 – Outro  ...

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Scaffold Item tool - Contextual toolbar: Select similar components

Timestamps 0:00 – Introduction0:10 – Load ScaffPlan Contextual Toolbar Settings0:18 – Select Similar Components from a Selected Area (from Selected Objects)1:06 – Opening Profile List in Contextual Toolbar 1:27 – Swapping Selected Components in Profile List1:41 – Select Similar Components in Model 2:02 – Swapping Selected Transoms to Lattice Beam (H...

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Wall Trace - Purpose, Benefits, General Concept & Hierarchy

Timestamps 0:00 – Introduction0:46 – Purpose and Benefits of the Wall Trace Tool1:46 – List of Videos to Watch Prior 2:15 – General Concept 5:08 – Hierarchy of the Wall Trace Tool10:01 – Outro  ...

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Scaffold Item tool - Component positioning on the insertion (couplers)

Timestamps 0:00 – Introduction0:42 – Inserting Couplers on Vertical Member3:32 – Inserting Couplers on Horizontal Member 5:39 – Outro  ...

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Circular Tank - Overview of Inbuilt Features

Timestamps 0:00 – Introduction0:17 – General Parameters 0:31 – Bay Configuration 1:16 – Standard Sizes, Sole Boards and Ledgers/Transoms 1:49 – Guardrails, Bracing and Top Rings 2:17 – Console Brackets, Encapsulation and Containment Mesh 2:46 – Lapping Bay Configuration 3:10 – Wall Ties3:22 – Outro   ...

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Bay Connector tool - Insertion & Modification

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Bays - Tekla mirror and rotate commands

Timestamps 0:00 – Introduction0:10 – Copying Scaffold Bay2:04 – Moving Scaffold Bay3:16 – Copying and Moving Overview3:54 – Outro  ...

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Snapping Toolbar & Snapping Techniques

Timestamps 0:00 – Introduction0:31 – Snapping Switches1:00 – Snapping Around Object 1:09 – Snap Toolbar Overview1:20 – Snapping Points and Grid Intersections1:36 – End Points 1:57 – Snapping to Centre Points 2:10 – Snap to Midpoints2:34 – Snap to Perpendicular 2:53 – Snap to Extension Lines 3:03 – Snap to Any Position 3:25 – Snap to Geometry Lines4:...

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Leg Loads by a selected Bay: Overview

1. Purpose of the feature The Leg Loads by Selected Bay feature simplifies the process of calculating dead and live loads applied to the bay legs for a modular scaffold system. By using this feature, you can easily select a bay within the model, which has been added using the Bay tool. Additionally, any components that are added to the bay via the I...

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Module 1 : Fast Pricing From a Hand Sketch

A Hand Sketch Please download the Hand Sketch below before starting the tutorial.This set contains all the reference materials you'll need to follow along. HAND SKETCH      ...

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Construction Points

Timestamps 0:00 – Introduction1:03 – Creating Points on Line1:35 – Points on Plane3:13 – Points Parallel to Two Point 3:59 – Points Along Extension of Two Points4:34 – Projected Points on Line 5:05 – Points Along Arc Using Centre and Arc Points6:41 – Along Arc Using Three Arc Points 7:15 – Tangent to Circle Point7:47 – Points at Any Position8:11 – P...

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Import IFC/SketchUp

Timestamps 0:00 – Introduction0:40 – Importing an IFC Reference Model1:32 – Reference Model Properties2:02 – Moving Reference Models2:30 – Move Special Rotate 2:58 – Importing a SketchUp Reference Model3:37 – Outro  ...

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Wall Trace - Lapping Bay Configurations

Timestamps 0:00 – Introduction0:17 – Lapping Plank Length1:22 – Tube Length and Bottom Inner Tube2:08 – Outro  ...

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Ramps and circular structures

Timestamps 0:00 – Introduction 0:34 – Model a ramp or slab by a polybeam0:17 – Insert a radial grid1:48 – How to round a polybeam (arc and rounding options)2:39– Define thickness and width of a ramp (slab or polybeam) 3:06– How to extend a ramp or slab created by polybeam3:37 – Create a semi-circular wall4:21 – Create a ramp by spiral beam (spiral r...

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Item tool: Lock directions for copy & move commands

It is much easier to move and smart copy scaffold components in different directions. By locking X, Y or Z directions selected component(s) might be moved or smart copied (with hold down Alt or Ctrl) in a defined locked direction only. The lock direction contextual toolbar is available with a click at the component start/end points or by clicking on...

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Tips & Tricks: Quick way of adding multiple components into a bay

Learning outcomes Eliminate a bay using Work area tool Delete and undo commands Selection of component using profile list Add components to a bay functionality Copy bay function Remove and Delete components from a bay commands   Timestamps 0:00 Intro 0:15 Narrow the Work area 0:25 Delete the bay 0:27 Select component to be added to the bay 0:31 Undo...

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Scaffold Item Tool - Contextual toolbar: Show snapping points

Timestamps 0:00 – Introduction0:13 – Hiding and Showing Snapping Points 0:35 – Snapping Points Overview1:10 – Redraw View (Hiding Snapping Points)1:31 – Creating Ledgers 2:25 – Snapping Ledger to Spigot 3:04 – Snapping Points Overview3:55 – Outro  ...

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Bay - Pre-insertion conditions and creation of multiple bays

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Drawings - Create, open, save & close a drawing

Timestamps 0:00 – Introduction0:08 – Creating Plan and Elevation Drawings1:37 – Looking Through Drawing 2:24 – Where to Open Drawings 3:42 – Outro   ...

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Engineering - Engineering Reports Tool

Timestamps 0:00 – Features1:50 – Reports Location 2:14 – Leg Loads Report3:16 – Scaffold Tie Register4:32 – Outro   ...

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Tube Connector - Insertion of the tool

Timestamps 0:00 – Inserting Tube Connector0:21 – Multiple Components Options0:35 – Insertion Picking Points0:54 – Interrupting Command1:03 – Using Multiple Components Feature1:28 – Using Temporary Snap1:55 – Inserting Components with Offset2:09 – Inserting Components on top of Each Other2:25 – Outro   ...

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Instructor side pane

The learning experience of ScaffPlan is now easier with the Instructor side pane window. The instructor shows instructions for the currently active tool. The Instructor side pane window provides • short example animations on how to use the tool • steps on how to use the tool • a short description of the tool • links to more comprehensive videos and ...

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1.1. Before we get started…

Welcome to the comprehensive ScaffPlan 1.5 E-learning course!    Before we dive into the exciting world of ScaffPlan skills development, let's take a moment to understand the learning experience that awaits you.  ...

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Create a curved wall

Timestamps 0:00 – Introduction0:07 – Modelling Curved Wall by a Panel Tool0:26 – Panel: Corner Points for Rounding (Chamfer Points)0:51 – Modelling Concrete Polybeam1:15 – Concrete Polybeam: Corner Points for Rounding (Chamfer Points)1:52 – Outro   ...

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PERI UP available

PERI UP scaffolding systems have been introduced with all ScaffPlan tools available. Engineering module for the Peri Up system is not supported yet.  ...

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Utilities - Ground Levels (slopes)

Timestamps 0:00 – Introduction0:31 – Drawing Ground Levels 1:14 – Adjust Bays to Line 1:34 – Manual Bay Adjustment 2:24 – Wall Trace Elevation Adjustment 2:57 – Lifting Bays 3:40 – Outro  ...

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Scaffold Item Tool - Contextual toolbar: Swap and Mirror commands

Timestamps 0:00 – Introduction0:09 – Mirroring Double Couplers 0:25 – Mirroring Brace Orientation 0:48 – Bracing Swap Command1:05 – Outro  ...

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Bird Cage - Top ring

Timestamps 0:00 – Introduction0:09 – Creating Top Ring 0:52 – Outro  ...

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Drawings - Drawing properties overview & hierarchy

Timestamps 0:00 – Types of Drawing Properties 1:09 – Hierarchy of Drawing Properties 2:30 – Creating 2 View Drawing 2:56 – General Arrangement Drawing Properties 3:16 – Exploring Drawing View Properties 3:50 – Part Properties in Drawing4:03 – Modification on Different Hierarchy in Drawing  5:08 – Modification on Lower Hierarchy Level6:04 – Settings ...

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Temporary Roof - Insertion of a roof

Timestamps 0:00 – Intro 0:13 – Inserting Roof with Temporary Snap 0:37 – Configuring Roof Properties Before Insertion 1:03 – Outro  ...

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Custom Item tool - Add a new component by changing parameters

Timestamps 0:00 – Introduction0:12 – Creating New Custom Item1:19 – Outro  ...

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Wall Trace - Corner Arrangements

Timestamps 0:00 – Introduction0:12 – Creating Wall Trace0:43 – Wall Trace Properties 1:07 – Wall Trace Outer Corner Arrangements 3:30 – Wall Trace Inner Corner Arrangements 4:50 – Inserting Bays 5:49 – Wall Trace Inner and Outer Corner Arrangements7:01 – Outro   ...

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3.3. Kicker Lift - Ledgers & Transoms

Learning outcomes Create a ledger using temporary snapping featureMeasure command: Check offsets in 3DChange Joiner typeMove (relocate) joiner along the tube lineAdd Double couplers to connect intermediate standards (legs)Copy to another object: Copy a ledger to inner side of a bayFlip command: Mirror a ledger over a leg centerlineTube staggering Ad...

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Search for Objects in the Model

Timestamps 0:00 – Introduction0:36 – Creating Wall Trace0:54 – Searching for Components in a Model1:30 – Searching Components in Selected Areas of a Model2:10 – Outro   ...

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Drawings - Add level marks in drawings (datum level control)

Timestamps 0:00 – Introduction0:29 – Showing Drawing Grids 0:38 – Level Marks1:15 – Level Marks Selection 1:50 – Moving Level Mark2:06 – Level Mark Properties2:12 – Level Mark Text2:58 – Level Mark Numerical Format 3:30 – Level Mark Appearance (Colour/Font/Angle/Frame)4:26 – Level Mark Settings Save4:57 – Datum Level6:14 – Outro  ...

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Bay tool: Top and Bottom Ends Extra Controls

  The Top and Bottom ends of a bay now have extra options to choose. The Top end includes following options: Spigot - the default value - uses standards with spigots Open -  uses open standards at the top Head Jack - creates head jacks in one at the top standards Base Plate - creates base plates at the top standards The Bottom end of a bay now can b...

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Tube and Clip - Added couplers: Controls and copy/move commands

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ScaffBlock

  The ScaffBlock tool allows to save any custom scaffold configuration as an intelligent block and reuse the configuration with high speed and accuracy in any job reducing modelling time significantly. From now on it is possible to save away your custom stairs configurations, shoring and propping scaffolding layouts and any other configurations to b...

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Tube and Clip - Create commands

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Scaffold Item Tool - Contextual toolbar: Create commands

Timestamps 0:00 – Introduction0:20 – Inserting and Copying Standards with Offset1:19 – Creating Base Plates2:04 – Create Ledgers 3:04 – Copying Components Vertically and Changing Profiles4:02 – Creating Transoms and Decking 4:43 – Creating Toe Boards and Guardrails4:48 – Creating Console Brackets with Decking6:44 – Creating Bracing7:10 – Outro  ...

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Drawings - Show & modify drawing views from the model

Timestamps 0:00 – Introduction0:32 – Drawing Creation 1:16 – Drawing View in 3D Model 2:21 – Cutting View Depth of 3D Model3:10 – Opening Drawing of Cut Model3:30 – Clip Around Selected Bounding Box 4:03 – Changing View Angle 4:26 – Update and Open Drawing 4:43 – Reverse View Direction4:47 – Rotation Angles 5:04 – Outro  ...

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Copy bay to inner/outer side added

The Bay Tool functionality has been enhanced, allowing users to speed up bay-by-bay modelling by copying a selected bay to the inner and outer side of the bay....

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Proscaf available

O-Proscaf and U-Proscaf scaffolding systems have been introduced with all ScaffPlan tools available.  Engineering module for the Proscaf system is not supported yet.  ...

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Engineering - Vertical Loads & Reporting

Timestamps 0:00 – Inputs0:44 – Picking Order for Calculations 2:16 – Outputs3:41 – Reports Location 4:06 – In Model Example 4:38 – Run Calculations Command 5:58 – Vertical Loads Reports 7:14 – Run Calculations for Whole Bay 7:56 – Vertical Loads Reports for all Bays8:45 – Outro   ...

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Drawings - Add text & rich text

Timestamps 0:00 – Introduction0:27 – Inserting Text Inside and Outside Model View1:15 – Text Appearance 2:00 – Text Frame     2:15 – Super Script2:51 – Text Framing3:11 – Saving Text Properties3:56 – Rich Text4:15 – Finding Rich Text File4:42 – Inserting and Modifying Rich Text5:14 – Text Sizing and Colour5:53 – Outro  ...

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Control bracing at each side of a bay separately

Extra bracing options for the Bay Tool have been developed, making it possible to control the positioning of bracing at each side of the bay separately (Inner, Outer, End1, End2)....

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Bay with no Decking

An option for the creation of a bay without decking has been introduced for the Scaffold bay, Wall trace, Birdcage, and Circular tank tools - all platforms at lifts can now be removed....

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Tube and Clip - Contextual toolbar

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Copy components multiple times by number

The speed of copying scaffolding components multiple times (from component to component ) has been significantly improved by the introduction of the ability to copy objects by specified number using the contextual toolbar for the Scaffold Item tool copying from component to component multiple times in any direction....

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Document Manager - Drawing version control

Timestamps 0:00 – Introduction0:43 – Drawing Version1:18 – Opening a Drawing Version 2:24 – Deleted Drawing Recovery 3:37 – Outro   ...

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ScaffPlan 2025 Release notes

 🚀 Key Features 🚀 💥Alustar Scaffolding System - design offshore applications smarter with inbuilt Alustar Scaffolding System. 💥 Engineering Module Upgraded  - automate calculations for any system with the fully updated engineering module. 💥 Drawing Organizer -  colorize drawings using the new drawing organiser tool. 💥 ScaffPlan AI Assistant - access...

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Defining Components Ratios

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Single and Triple Sole Boards

  The new sole board arrangement feature allows to add single or triple sole board arrangement in the Bay, Tube and Fitting and Independent Stair tower tools.    ...

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Custom vertical standards lengths

It is possible to define a standard length to be used in a bay the most. Any standard length might be predefined as per scaffolding system specifications.  Available in the Bay tool, Bird Cage, Wall Trace, Circular Tanks, and Stairs.  ...

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Bays - Bridging Bays with Planks

Timestamps 0:00 – Introduction0:14 – Creating Scaffold Bay Inline 0:50 – Bridging Scaffold Bays with Planks 2:28 – Bridging Scaffold Bays on Angles4:17 – Outro  ...

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Custom Item tool - Profile positioning in 3D space and its insertion points

Timestamps 0:00 – Profile Positioning in 3D Space – Horizontals 2:06 – Profile Positioning in 3D Space – Verticals 2:36 – Profile Positioning in 3D Space – Start/End Points 6:35 – Positioning of a 3D Object Ideal7:21 – Positioning of a 3D Object Incorrect 8:02 – Positioning of a 3D Object After Conversion 9:04 – Outro  ...

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Temporary Roof available

The Temporary roof tool automates modelling process of temporary roof structures.  Layher Keder Roof XL is one of the first roof system comes into ScaffPlan.  As a one click solution the tool allows to model the whole roof system in one go by predefined parameters such: - width and nominal width of the roof - support type - number of roof frames - b...

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Bay - Bracing Options

Timestamps 0:00 – Introduction0:08 – Scaffold Bay Bracing Creation0:48 – Bracing Position and Direction1:34 – Create Bracing Using Bay Contextual Toolbar2:36 – Outro  ...

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Exporting - Export to IFC format

Timestamps 0:00 – Intro 0:10 – What is IFC (How it Works)1:27 – Exporting IFC in Tekla Menu 1:45 – IFC Exportation Menu 2:24 – IFC Parameters 2:44 – IFC File Pathway 3:15 – IFC Formats4:22 – Export Type 5:12 – Additional Property Sets5:56 – Export Selected or Whole Model 6:16 – IFC Location By 6:48 – Export IFC Advanced 6:53 – Object Types (Choose t...

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Build your own scaffold subsystem by ScaffBlock

ScaffBlock full guide The full guide on the ScaffBlock creation and use might be found by following link below: ScaffBlock User Guide    ...

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The Gear list tool enhanced

It's now possible to report any company-specific components created by a user. Checkboxes introduced for each column in the data grid allow users to exclude/include data from a report generated. Company-specific components can be excluded from reporting if they don't need to be in the gear/yard list. Gear list opening is also much faster now....

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Tips & Tricks: Scaffolding tools - Presets

Learning outcomes Purpose of a tool presets How to configure save a tool preset Model(project) or system specific presets  How to distribute a tool preset over the system Taking distributes presets into effect   Timestamps 0:00 Purpose of a tool presets 0:52 How to configure save a tool preset 2:32 Model(project) or system specific presets 2:51 How ...

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Custom lift heights

Custom lift heights have been introduced allowing you to move the lift at any available height in between lifts with a modular distance of rosettes/stars. It's available in the Bay tool, Bird Cage, Wall Trace, and Circular Tanks.  ...

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11.2. Adjust grids tool

Learning outcomes How to adjust grid lines in Z direction to bay decks automatically. Unlock the grid. Adjust grids elevation tool location and execution.   Video   Timestamps 0:00 Introduction 0:18 Unlock the grid 0:37 Adjust grids elevation tool location and execution   Useful links Utilities - Adjust grid elevations tool    ...

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Reporting - Introduction

Timestamps 0:00 – Topics0:22 – Purpose0:50 – Reports Location 1:12 – Outro  ...

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Encapsulation tool - Insertion Principals

Timestamps 0:00 – Input and Picking Order2:22 – Model Demonstration 3:34 – Opening Preset Menu for Insertion 4:06 – Inserting Encapsulation on Selected Bays5:07 – Encapsulation Modification after Insertion 5:42 – Encapsulation Insertion on Right Side Open Bay5:54 – Encapsulation Insertion on Enclosed Bay6:02 – Encapsulation Insertion on Left Side Op...

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Document Manager - Working with document categories

Timestamps 0:00 – Introduction0:49 – Invert Document Visibility 1:13 – Used Drawing Categories 2:08 – Outro  ...

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2.3. Zoom, rotate, and pan in the model view

Learning outcomes How to zoom in and out, rotate and pan in the model view. How to interrupt a command from running. Switch between 3D and plane views.   Video   Timestamps 0:00 Introduction 0:13 Zoom in and out in the model view 1:00 Interrupt any command from running 1:19 Rotate in the model view 2:57 Switch in between 3D and plane views 3:10 Pan ...

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Print and export drawings - Export drawings to 2D DWG/DXF

Timestamps 0:00 – Introduction0:12 – Exporting Drawings as DWG/DXF1:18 – Exporting Options 4:47 – Layer Rules 6:54 – Opening DWG in CAD 7:33 – Outro   ...

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Item tool: Formwork, propping & shoring applications (Base plates & U-Jacks)

Creation of base plates has been enhanced by: a) introducing ability to create base plates on any end of a standard or tube by he end defined on the contextual toolbar b) U-Jacks creation on start or end of a tube or standard supported c) if baseplate RL is longer that the jack thread then a standard or tube will be moved with the standard/tube to g...

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Custom Item tool - Distribution of company-specific components (shapes) in the system

Timestamps 0:00 – Introduction0:24 – Finding Background Files1:12 – Outro  ...

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Search components in the profile & type fields

The search for Type and Profile fields implemented allows for a fast and easy way to find any component required....

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2.5. Setting up project information and selecting a scaffolding system

Learning outcomes Setting up project properties. Selecting scaffolding system to use. Item detail - Scaffold components level of detail. Defining designer, modeller, checker initials. Naming the project. Providing job number.   Video   Timestamps 0:00 Introduction 0:22 Open project properties 0:38 Select scaffolding system to use 0:45 Item detail - ...

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How to import a block

1. Purpose of the function. Allows to import a block(s) given by any third party using ScaffPlan (given to you by your your colleague as an example).   2. Import a block(s). To import a block(s) click the Import button, locate psb files given, select required blocks to be imported and click Open button to import blocks. Limitations It is only possib...

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HAKI Universal

  HAKI Universal scaffolding system have been introduced with all ScaffPlan tools available. Engineering module for the Scafom-Rux systems is not supported yet.    ...

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Circular Tank - Bracing Options

Timestamps 0:00 – Introduction0:12 – Bracing Creation and Direction1:06 – Height (Top Platform)1:43 – Outro   ...

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Containment Mesh tool

Timestamps 0:00 – Purpose0:56 – Inbuilt Features1:51 – Naming Conventions2:10 – Outro  ...

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Tube & Fittings enhancements

The Tube & Clip tool automates modelling process for tube and clip scaffold creating tube and fittings in between tubes being picked by simply 2 points clicked in the model.  The tools handles any scenario with high speed and accuracy. Tube & Clip bays allows faster and more efficiently to built Tube & Clip bays with a set of blocks avai...

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Bay - Add or remove bay standards

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Custom Item tool - Add extra snapping points

From ScaffPlan 1.7 it is possible to add extra snapping point to Custom items by: While adding a component.  After the component has been already added as a custom item 1. Add extra points while adding the component. To include (add) extra snapping points required for a component: Add construction points at required location along the component by u...

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Bird Cage - Sole board types

Timestamps 0:00 – Introduction0:10 – Sole Board types 0:33 – Outro  ...

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Engineering - Introduction & General Concept

Timestamps 0:00 – Topics0:27 – Purpose1:05 – General Concept 1:38 – Inputs2:28 – Outro   ...

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3.1. PDF files - limitation

Please click on the blue button below to download the PDF reference file for the course attached below by a link: E-Learning.pdf   Learning outcomes Reference model types we can import into ScaffPlan Scanned PDF files PDF – linework is ok to use   Video   Timestamps 0:00 Download a pdf attached under the video 0:11 Reference model types we can impor...

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Circular Tank - Sole board types

Timestamps 0:00 – Introduction0:09 – Sole Board Material 0:37 – Outro   ...

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Bay - Vertical Ladder Access

1. Purpose of the feature. From ScaffPlan 1.7 it is possible to add to a bay a variety of vertical ladders with different connection options.  The vertical ladder access controls are available in the Bay tool menu under the Vertical ladder drop down. Please see a video example on the feature controls: Bay tool: Vertical Ladder Access   2. Available ...

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Temporary Roof - Overview of inbuilt features

Timestamps 0:00 – Intro 0:07 – Roof Systems 0:18 – Opening Tool 0:30 – Roof Insertion 0:38 – Opening Properties After Insertion 0:53 – Properties Overview 1:02 – Saving Settings  1:18 – Closing Dialogue  1:24 – Get and Modify Buttons  1:34 – Apply and OK Button 2:00 – Roof Type 2:06 – Roof Width and Nominal Width 2:45 – Support Type 2:53 – Number of...

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Utilities - Adjust grid elevations tool

Timestamps 0:00 – Introduction0:38 – Creating Elevation View 1:08 – Adjust Grid Elevation Tool1:35 – Drawing Creation 2:10 – Outro  ...

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Import a Navisworks model

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Bay - Flip, Swap and Mirror bay handles

Timestamps 0:00 – Introduction0:09 – Flip Bay Handles Command (Swap Attached Stair to Other Side of a Bay)1:12 – Swap Bay Handles Command (Mirror a Bay Around its Centreline)2:30 – Mirror Bay Handles Command (Mirror a Bay Around its Reference Line)3:44 – Outro    ...

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FlexBeam components for the U-Layher system

FlexBeam Layher system components have been introduced for the U-Layher system under the Scaffold Item tool, allowing users to model the FlexBeam Layher system using the Scaffold Item tool....

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Circular Tank - General Parameters

Timestamps 0:00 – Introduction0:16 – Scaffold Location 0:53 – Inner Tank Radius and Tank Creation2:06 – Wall Thickness and Tank Height 3:02 – Bay Configurations (Height of Top Platform)3:48 – Outro   ...

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Scaffold Item tool - Contextual toolbar: Move and copy using coordinate system manipulator

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Timber sole board option

Extra option for sole boards added allowing users to control sole board types from the Circular Tank, Bird Cage, Start and Wall Trace tool user interface. Timber and steel board options are available now....

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Add to bay functionality

Extra modelling flexibility has been introduced, making it possible to add any profile into the Bay inserted by the Item tool over the bay geometry. The feature enhances the intelligence of the bay significantly, allowing included profiles to follow the bay geometry changes in any direction. Copying/Moving/Rotating the bay with profiles included is ...

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How to move a ScaffBlock

1. Move commands overview. A block or multiple blocks selected might be moved by using: Tekla native move commands Reference line of a block Block Coordinate manipulator   2. Move a block by Tekla native commands. A block might be moved by native Tekla commands available on the Right click once the block is selected. Full guide on the Tekla native m...

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Utilities - Conversion of Parts to the Item Tool

Timestamps 0:00 – Introduction0:21 – Inserting Scaffold Items1:38 – Converting Items Back to Scaffold Item Tool2:55 – Scaffold Items in a Bay4:06 – Whole Bay Conversion 4:57 – Outro   ...

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Circular Tank - Containment Mesh

Timestamps 0:00 – Introduction0:11 – Containment Mesh Overview 1:02 – Model Overview 1:20 – Outro  ...

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Containment Mesh - Insertion Principals

Timestamps 0:00 – Introduction3:10 – Input and Picking Order Demonstration 4:24 – Containment Mesh Insertion on Multiple Bays 6:07 – Containment Mesh Insertion on Right Side Open Bay6:41 – Containment Mesh Insertion on Enclosed Bay7:00 – Containment Mesh Insertion on Left Side Open Bay7:22 – Containment Mesh Along Whole Wall Trace8:33 – Containment ...

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Copy component at ends command

Ease of modelling has been enhanced by introducing Copy Same Object command on the contextual toolbar for the Item Tool, allowing users to copy a component from end to end rapidly by a specified number of copies....

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Bay - Bottom end controls

1. Purpose of the feature. From ScaffPlan 1.7 it is possible to change: type of the bay bottom end  offset for the base plates and jacks located at the bottom of a bay remove base plates if required.  The bottom end controls are available in the Bay tool menu under the Standards drop down. Please see a video example on the top and bottom controls: B...

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Drawings - Drawing layouts, title blocks & views

Timestamps 0:00 – Drawing Layout 1:47 – Drawing Title Block5:14 – Drawing Views 5:50 – Creating Drawing in Model 6:10 – Drawing Format Overview 6:33 – Project Information Modification  7:32 – Creating Drawing Revision Handling8:14 – Creating Another Revision Handling  8:26 – Modify Revision Handling9:13 – Editing Project Information 9:21 – Client an...

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Inquire Object Properties & Coordinates

Timestamps 0:00 – Introduction0:18 – Inquiring Menu0:42 – Inquiring Object1:23 – Custom Inquiry1:38 – Inquire Point Coordinates 2:17 – Inquire Phases Used2:33 – Inquire Model Size2:41 – Outro  ...

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Tube and Clip - Insertion by two points

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Scaffold Item Tool - Position a swivel coupler and adjust the swivel head

Timestamps 0:00 – Introduction    0:11 – Insertion of Swivel Couplers 0:42 – Creating Tubing Between Swivel Couplers 1:01 – Adjust Swivel Coupler Orientation with Tubing1:45 – Changing Tube Length1:59 – Showing Lattice Beam Centre Line2:10 – Inserting Swivel Couplers on Lattice Beams2:54 – Coupler Orientation 3:20 – Creating Tubing on Lattice Beam3:...

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Tube and Clip - Direct modification features

Timestamps 0:00 – Intro0:17 – Direct Modification Tube End0:29 – Modifying End Handler Couplers0:51 – Line Handlers Used for Moving or Smart Copy1:04 – Outro  ...

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Drawings - Add associative notes

Timestamps 0:00 – Introduction0:27 – Associated Notes1:32 – Associated Notes Overview 1:40 – Note Text 1:46 – Text Sequence/Ordering 2:00 – Stacking Text2:17 – Adding Weight to Note 2:52 – Adding More Notes 3:01 – Note Appearance4:02 – Associated Note Automation4:58 – Note Without Leader Line and Along Line5:45 – Outro  ...

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Tube Connector - Overview of inbuilt features

Timestamps 0:00 – Activating Tube Connector0:18 – Tube Connector Help Info0:27 – Saving and Loading Presets1:13 – Exiting Tool1:20 – Get and Modify Buttons1:55 – Tick Box Button 2:07 – Apply and OK Buttons2:34 – Tube Connector Properties3:01 – Tube and Custom Tube Lengths3:36 – Outro  ...

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6.3. Closing bay ends and bracing bays

Learning outcomes How to close bay ends, add bracing and manipulate multiple bays selected in one go. Close End1 of the bay. Add bracing to the bay. Close End2 of the bay. Add braces to the corner bay. Select multiple bays. Manipulate multiple bays selected in one go.   Video   Timestamps 0:00 Introduction 0:18 Close End1 of the bay 0:36 Add bracing...

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Tube and Clip - Insertion of the tool

Timestamps 0:00 – Intro0:38 – Opening Tube and Clip Properties 1:00 – Insertion of Tube and Clip1:32 – Interrupting Tool1:41 – Using Temporary Snap for Offset Insertion2:11 – Using Contextual Toolbar to Show Dimensions2:27 – Forming Braces with Double Couplers2:37 – Adding Coupler to Tube3:02 – Using Custom Item Tool for Tube3:13 – Inserting Tube an...

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Bay tool: Extra bay handles

Bay handles allow now to move change bay length or width as an option in any direction. Extra handles for the reference line allow to move the whole bay in any direction (X, Y, Z and their combinations) or move just the selected reference line handle to reposition the bay end. Handles for lifts have been added. It is possible to add/remove decking a...

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The Cuplock system is now available

O-Cuplock and Omega-Cuplock scaffolding systems have been introduced with all ScaffPlan's tools available.  ...

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Hierarchy of objects in ScaffPlan

Timestamps 0:00 – Introduction0:09 – Creating ScaffPlan Objects1:12 – ScaffPlan UI and Item Tool2:23 – Switching Hierarchy Levels3:15 – Insuring Item Tool used with Select Components Only3:44 – Convert Item to ScaffPlan Component (Convert to Scaffold Components)5:00 – ScaffPlan Scaffold Bay Hierarchy6:40 – Access Scaffold Component in a Bay 6:46 – C...

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Drawings - Setting up colours of objects on drawings

Important: Do not include dots into any filter name as drawing filters do not support dots in the filter name. Example: Standard 2.0m won't work and Standard 2_0m will work as expected.   Timestamps 0:00 – Introduction1:10 – Object Level setting for General Arrangement Drawing Properties 3:31 – Creating Selection Filters 4:31 – Adding Rows 4:41 – Se...

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Selecting Toolbar & Selection Techniques

Timestamps 0:00 – Introduction0:20 – Moving Toolbar0:47 – Inserting Scaffold Standards1:40 – Selection Options 2:05 – Window Selection2:41 – Crossing Window Selection4:10 – Placing Item Component4:49 – Selection Options5:51 – Select Components Symbol 6:20 – Select Parts 6:52 – Select Objects in Component7:24 – Difference Between Part and Component S...

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User Interface: Instructor side pane

Timestamps 0:00 – Introduction0:09 – Instructor Pane 0:35 – Outro   ...

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Stairs - Purpose, Benefits & General Concept of the Tool

Timestamps 0:00 – Introduction0:31 – Purpose and Benefits 1:03 – General Concept: Stair Types 1:40 – Outro   ...

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Create a sloped or curved slab

Timestamps 0:00 – Introduction0:13 – Modelling Concrete Polybeam0:38 – Slab Points Interactions1:28 – Modelling Curved Slab1:44 – Slab: Corner points for Rounding (Chamfer Points)2:13 – Curved Concrete Polybeam 2:24 – Concrete Polybeam: Corner Points for Rounding (Chamfer Points) 2:44 – Concrete Polybeam: Drag and Drop Edges Reshaping a Slab3:00 – O...

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Modelling Reference Structures

Timestamps 0:00 – Introduction1:01 – Modelling Panels5:46 – Modelling Slabs7:01 – Undo History7:48 – Modelling Lofted Slab 9:08 – Modelling Steel Columns9:40 – Modelling Beams 10:20 – Modelling Steel Polybeam and Curving Polybeam10:52 – Tekla Components 11:11 – Copy, Move and Rotate Tekla Commands11:58 – Copy an Object12:18 – Copy Special: Linear Co...

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Drawings - Modify dimension properties

Timestamps 0:00 – Introduction0:32 – Dimension Properties General2:42 – Dimension Properties Appearance 3:31 – Dimension Properties Marks 4:44 – Dimension Properties Tags 5:34 – Outro  ...

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Tips & Tricks: Quick step in scaffold

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Tube and Clip - Copy commands and adjust tube ends feature

Timestamps 0:00 – Intro0:21 – Copying Tube and Coupler with Tekla Copy0:38 – Picking Points with Tekla Copy0:50 – Using Flip in Contextual Toolbar0:57 – Using Tekla Copy Special > Linear1:18 – Using Scaffplan Smart Copy 1:25 – Smart Copy Process 2:03 – Increasing Amount of Copies with Smart Copy2:24 – Using Smart copy on Lattice Beams and Tube Co...

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AT-PAC US System

The AT-PAC US scaffolding system has been introduced with all ScaffPlan's tools available for use with the system when selected under Project info....

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Updated August 7th, 2025 by Ilya Kornienko

3.4. Importing an elevation view, scaling, and positioning

Learning outcomes Insert pdf command is work plane dependant. Delete inserted elevation. Change work plane. Insert elevation front to the changed work plane, scale it and move to place. Save current work plane. Set current work plane back to origin. Delete the work plane created. Benefits of working in 3D space with reference models.   Video   Times...

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Updated July 31st, 2023 by Ilya Kornienko

Wall Trace - Standard size

Timestamps 0:00 – Introduction0:11 – Adjusting Standard Sizes (3m Standard)1:07 – Outro  ...

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Updated August 1st, 2023 by Ilya Kornienko

Scaffold Item Tool - Component rotation around axis and end points (couplers)

Timestamps 0:00 – Introduction0:22 – Coupler Rotation Around Axis1:22 – Rotate a Coupler by Native Tekla Rotation2:41 – Rotate a Coupler by ScaffPlan Contextual Toolbar Rotation3:36 – Contextual Toolbar Swap and Mirror4:24 – Rotating Around Start and End Points4:37 – Outro  ...

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Updated April 19th, 2023 by Ilya Kornienko

Rotate components from the contextual toolbar

The rotation command is now available on the contextual toolbar for components and provides direct access to the rotation of the component at 0-, 90-, 180-, and 270-degree angles....

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Updated November 29th, 2023 by Ilya Kornienko

Tube Connector - Direct modification features

Timestamps 0:00 – Introduction0:10 – Direct Modification of Length on Vertical Tubes0:42 – Locked and Unlocked Points1:16 – Using Middle Point Handlers to Adjust Tube 1 and 2 Lengths1:23 – Outro  ...

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Updated June 2nd, 2025 by Ilya Kornienko

ScaffPlan 1.7 - Full release notes

Compatible Tekla Structures versions & Recommended service packs: 👉 Tekla Structures version 2024 Service Pack 3 👉 Tekla Structures version 2023 Service Pack 10   🚀 Key Features 🚀 💥 Altrad Futuro and Metrix 💥 O Scafom-Rux 💥 HAKI Universal 💥 ScaffBlock 💥 Tube & Clip Tool Enhancements 💥 Timber Decking for O-Layher 💥 Bay tool: Vertical Ladder A...

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Updated September 3rd, 2024 by Ilya Kornienko

How to export a block

1. Purpose of the function. Allows to export a block(s) to share them with any third party using ScaffPlan (your colleague as an example). Allows to export a block(s) from selected Type, Subtype or Name.   2. Export a block(s). To export a block(s) click in the Type, Subtype or Name depending what blocks needs to be exported. Select a block or multi...

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Updated August 1st, 2023 by Ilya Kornienko

Exporting - Export to SketchUp

Timestamps 0:00 – Intro 0:09 – SketchUp Exportation 0:16 – Export Parameters0:29 – Export Advanced 0:54 – Viewing File in Folder1:07 – Opening Sketchup File in Trimble Connect1:22 – Outro  ...

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Updated August 2nd, 2023 by Ilya Kornienko

Print and export drawings - Print drawings to pdf

Timestamps 0:00 – Introduction0:22 – Printing Drawing from Model0:49 – Print Drawing from Document Manager    1:03 – Printing Multiple Drawings 1:20 – Printing Drawing from File Menu 1:53 – Print Drawings Dialogue Overview3:18 – Printing to PDF and Print Settings3:26 – PDF Print Location3:36 – Revision Marks3:52 – Options after Creation 4:14 – Prefi...

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Updated April 19th, 2023 by Ilya Kornienko

230+ scaffolding components added

Over 230 components have been embedded into the Item Tool providing rapid and consistent modelling utilising the intelligence of the tool.  Extra components have been introduced for Layher, Kwikstage and AT-PAC, plus some common components available across all systems. Please see the full spreadsheet with the list of profiles added here ....

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Updated July 31st, 2023 by Ilya Kornienko

Drawings - Modify drawing properties, views & objects

Timestamps 0:00 – Introduction0:32 – General Arrangement Properties1:59 – Layout Properties 2:26 – View Properties 3:32 – Detail View and Section View 3:52 – Dimensions 6:24 – Part Mark Properties 7:06 – Part Properties 9:39 – Grid Properties 10:21 – Reference Model List 10:47 – Filter Properties 11:39 – View Specific Properties 14:51 – Part Propert...

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Updated June 17th, 2024 by Ilya Kornienko

Bay tool: Console Brackets at Bay Ends

  It is now possible to create console brackets on a bay ends.    ...

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Updated July 31st, 2023 by Ilya Kornienko

Utilities - Draw Profiles/Bay Info and Remove Temporary Graphics

Timestamps 0:00 – Introduction0:13 – Drawing Bay Ends1:09 – Drawing Profile Info 1:52 – Wall Trace Drawing 2:47 – Outro   ...

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Updated July 31st, 2023 by Ilya Kornienko

Circular Tank - Purpose, Benefits, General Concept & Hierarchy of the Tool

Timestamps 0:00 – Introduction0:35 – Purpose and Benefits 1:23 – List of Videos to Watch Prior 1:54 – General Concept: Forming Circular Tank Layout 2:24 – General Concept: Naming Conventions 2:55 – Hierarchy of the Circular Tank Tool3:57 – Outro  ...

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Updated December 11th, 2023 by Ilya Kornienko

Temporary Roof - Purpose of the tool and naming conventions

Timestamps 0:00 – Purpose of the tool 0:34 – General Naming Conventions 2:06 – Direct Modification Features: Point and Line Handlers 3:05 – Outro  ...

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Item tool: Coordinate system manipulator

Enhancing usability and clarity the Coordinate manipulator on all components has been introduced.  It allows clearly see positioning of a component XYZ axis in 3D space for further manipulations such locking the component axis for copy, move and rotate commands.  The manipulator has direct modification features for rapid smart copy, move and rotate ...

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Updated April 19th, 2023 by Ilya Kornienko

Adjust neighbouring bays from the contextual toolbar

It's now possible to quickly access the Neighbour bay adjustment option, which was previously only available from the Bay tool UI only, from the contextual toolbar, allowing for an enhanced user experience and increased modelling speed....

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Updated March 27th, 2024 by Ilya Kornienko

Tips & Tricks: Any Corner by the Bay, Item and Lapping bay tools

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Attach and position a Point Cloud

Timestamps 0:00 – Introduction0:10 – Point Clouds Menu Overview0:58 – Finding Point Cloud File 1:06 – Attaching Point Cloud1:38 – Point Cloud Example 2:02 – Point Cloud Positioning2:22 – Point Cloud Rotation3:00 – Point Cloud Offset 3:40 – Point Cloud Visualization Settings4:10 – Outro  ...

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Updated February 22nd, 2024 by Ilya Kornienko

Tips & Tricks: Share a 3D model and create QR codes

Learning outcomes Export the 3D model to an IFC format for sharing. Location of the IFC model after the export. Access to the Trimble Connect web version. Create a new project in Trimble Connect. Upload IFC to Trimble Connect project. View the IFC in Trimble Connect web. Navigate in Trimble Connect web.  Measure distances, create markups, cut planes...

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Updated July 9th, 2024 by Ilya Kornienko

Tube and Clip - Move commands for tube and couplers

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Utilities - Introduction

Timestamps 0:00 – Topics 0:39 – Purpose 1:02 – Outro  ...

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Updated June 17th, 2024 by Ilya Kornienko

Altrad Futuro and Metrix

  Altrad O-Futuro, U-Futuro and Metrix scaffolding systems have been introduced with all ScaffPlan tools available. Engineering module for the Altrad systems is not supported yet.    ...

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Updated August 8th, 2025 by Ilya Kornienko

11.6. Dimensions, tags, text and component colours

Learning outcomes How to place horizontal and vertical dimensions on a drawing. Horizontal and vertical dimensions commands. Remove/add dimension points. Change dimension point position. Vertical dimension command. Show and adjust grid lines on a view. Tag dimensions. Tag scaffold components on the drawing. Add text on a drawing. Change position of ...

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Updated August 1st, 2023 by Ilya Kornienko

Document Manager - Show selected document only

Timestamps 0:00 – Introduction0:21 – Selected Documents1:07 – Outro  ...

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Updated August 1st, 2023 by Ilya Kornienko

Bird Cage - Purpose, Benefits, General Concept & Hierarchy

Timestamps 0:00 – Introduction0:23 – Purpose and Benefits1:03 – List of Videos to Watch Prior 1:32 – General Concept 3:03 – Hierarchy of the Bird Cage Tool4:26 – Demonstration 7:11 – Outro  ...

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Updated May 25th, 2023 by Ilya Kornienko

ScaffPlan 1.5 - Full release notes

Compatible Tekla Structures versions & recommended service packs: 👉 Tekla Structures version 2022 Service Pack 9👉 Tekla Structures version 2021 Service Pack 12   🚀 Key Features 🚀   Up to 10x faster performance Cuplock added Tube&Fittings scaffold  Custom lift heights Custom vertical standards lengths New selection commands  Instructor side p...

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Updated July 31st, 2023 by Ilya Kornienko

Create Clip Planes

Timestamps 0:00 – Introduction0:24 – Creating a Clip Plane1:36 – Deleting Clip Plane 1:57 – Outro  ...

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11.7. Print a drawing to pdf

Learning outcomes How to print a drawing to pdf. Access print command from the modelling mode. Print drawing menu overview and print the drawing. Printed pdf location.   Video   Timestamps 0:00 Introduction 0:07 Access print command from the Document manager 0:39 Print drawing menu overview and print the drawing 1:16 Printed pdf location   Useful li...

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Updated August 8th, 2025 by Ilya Kornienko

11.5. Create section views

Learning outcomes How to create section views using the Section view tool. Scale the section view. Section view depth. Create a section view for loading platforms. Create a section view for the construction stair.   Video   Timestamps 0:00 Introduction 0:12 Create a section view by the Section view tool for scaffold ends 0:44 Scale the section view ...

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Updated August 8th, 2025 by Ilya Kornienko

12.1. What is the IFC model for?

Learning outcomes What is the IFC model for? Why 2D doesn’t work in the reality? Start working in 3D to increase efficiency. ScaffPlan can export an IFC model for effective collaboration.   Video   Timestamps 0:00 Why 2D doesn’t work in reality? 1:08 Start working in 3D to increase efficiency 1:40 What is an IFC model? 2:40 ScaffPlan can export an I...

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Updated August 7th, 2025 by Ilya Kornienko

6.5. Top working platform height and platforms at lifts

Learning outcomes How to change the top working platform height, remove platforms at lifts, and change the width of a bay.   Video   Timestamps 0:00 Introduction 0:15 Change top working platforms heights and remove platforms at lifts.  0:38 Change the width of the loading bays.    ...

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Updated August 1st, 2023 by Ilya Kornienko

Drawings - Add dwg/dxf, images, links to other drawings & hyperlinks

Timestamps 0:00 – Introduction0:17 – Inserting dwg/dxf1:25 – Inserting Images3:05 – Linking to Another Drawing 3:55 – Hyperlinks 4:44 – Outro  ...

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13.3. Upload the IFC model and share it with anyone

Learning outcomes How to share a file or files with anyone by a link using Trimble Connect. Access exported IFC model exported previously. Upload the IFC model to the Trimble Connect. Sharing options in Trimble connect. Share the IFC model with anyone by a link.   Video   Timestamps 0:00 Access exported IFC model exported previously 0:25 Upload the ...

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Updated December 4th, 2023 by Ilya Kornienko

Tube and Clip - Miscellaneous features

Timestamps 0:00 – Intro0:10 – Show Dimensions Feature0:28 – Show Input Points0:48 – Show Snapping Points1:09 – Selecting Scaffold Item1:33 – Create Command to Create Planks1:46 – Outro  ...

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Updated September 3rd, 2024 by Ilya Kornienko

How to import miscellaneous blocks

1. Purpose of the function. The ScaffBlock tool contains miscellaneous blocks provided by ScaffPlan team and the blocks might be imported in the the tool using Import miscellaneous blocks button:    2. Import miscellaneous blocks. To import miscellaneous blocks press the Import Import miscellaneous blocks button. Select blocks required by Type, and ...

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Updated August 8th, 2025 by Ilya Kornienko

13.4. View the IFC model and create TODOs

Learning outcomes How to view a 3D model in Trimble Connect web. Open the model in Trimble connect viewer. Hide/unhide the model in Trimble connect viewer. Zoom in and out, rotate and pan in the Trimble Connect viewer. Selection commands. Inquire scaffold component properties. Measure commands. Markups in Trimble Connect  Create a TODO task. Create ...

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Updated July 9th, 2024 by Ilya Kornienko

Tube and Clip - Miscellaneous features

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More functionality for Flex Beam components

The intelligence of Layher FlexBeam system components has been significantly enhanced by introducing Create commands for components selected, and extra snapping points for the convenience of rapid and precise modelling in the system....

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Updated April 19th, 2023 by Ilya Kornienko

ScaffPlan 1.3 - Full release notes

Compatibility with Tekla Structures versions and service packs Tekla Structures 2020 Service Pack 13 Tekla Structures 2021 Service Pack 9 Key Features AT-PAC US System  AT-PAC AU System  Select components from intelligent tools  Add to bay functionality  Show, detach and remove added profiles  Change profile type from the contextual toolbar  Copy pr...

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Updated August 8th, 2025 by Ilya Kornienko

14.1. What is the Visualiser for?

Learning outcomes What is Trimble Connect Visualiser for? 3D rendering in the construction industry. Trimble Connect Visualiser main purpose. Key benefits of the Trimble Connect Visualiser.   Video   Timestamps 0:00 Introduction 0:06 3D rendering in the construction industry 0:25 Trimble Connect Visualiser main purpose and key benefits  ...

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Drawings - Align drawing views

Timestamps 0:00 – Introduction0:31 – Align Vertically or Horizontally 1:02 – Outro   ...

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Tube and Clip - Move commands

Timestamps 0:00 – Intro0:15 – Moving Tube and Coupler with Tekla Move0:52 – Tekla Move Special > Linear1:54 – Align Tube and Couplers with Move Special > Linear2:34 – Using Scaffplan Smart Move3:00 – Smart Move Automatic Length Adjustment 3:28 – Moving Swivel Coupler End Point3:57 – Outro  ...

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Bay tool: Visualisation enhancements

A preview feature of the bay height has been further enhanced allowing to switch representation of the top working platform height or lift heights for clarity if required.  ...

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Updated August 1st, 2023 by Ilya Kornienko

Wall Trace - Insertion of the Tool

Timestamps 0:00 – Defining Scaffold Layout Geometry1:16 – Closed Layout VS Opened Layout2:08 – Closed Layout8:14 – Opened Layout12:43 – Opened Layout Examples13:39 – Closed Layout Examples13:52 – Smart Insertion21:07 – Insertion Results 26:07 – Outro   ...

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Wall Ties tool - Purpose & Features

Timestamps 0:00 – Purpose0:39 – Inbuilt Features 1:08 – Outro  ...

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Ribbon Overview

Timestamps 0:00 – Introduction0:08 – Ribbon Navigation Mode 1:12 – Ribbon Minimized 1:32 – Modelling Tab 7:49 – Scaffold Design 13:05 – Engineering 14:05 – Project Management 14:51 – Drawings 15:56 – Help  ...

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Bay - A bay Insertion & Naming Conventions

Timestamps 0:00 – Bay Insertion Concept0:10 – First and Second Point of a Bay Insertion1:12 – End 1 and End 2 of a Bay1:26 – Bay Inner and Outer Sides1:52 – Bay Naming Conventions2:21 – Insert Bay Along Wall2:30 – Define Bay Length on Insertion3:16 – End 1 (Left) and End 2 (Right) Bay Ends4:14 – Outro  ...

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Utilities - Diagnose ScaffPlan Objects

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Contextual Toolbar

Timestamps 0:00 – Introduction1:35 – Moving and Pinning Contextual Toolbar 2:31 – Changing Scaffold Item Component 3:27 – Using Contextual Toolbar for Bay4:15 – Modifying Toolbar 6:03 – Outro   ...

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Updated April 19th, 2023 by Ilya Kornienko

AT-PAC EU System

The AT-PAC EU scaffolding system has been introduced, with all ScaffPlan tools being updated and working with AT-PAC EU as soon as the system is chosen under Project info....

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Updated December 4th, 2023 by Ilya Kornienko

Tube and Clip - Flip tubes and couplers commands

Timestamps 0:00 – Intro0:16 – Using Flip Command in Contextual Toolbar0:45 – Flipping with Multiple Selections 0:58 – Flipping at One End1:16 – Outro  ...

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Tube and Clip - Overview of inbuilt features

Timestamps 0:00 – Intro0:07 – Opening Tube and Clip0:17 – Preset Tube and Clip Before Insertion 0:28 – Insertion of Tube and Clip0:44 – Opening Tube and Clip Dialogue Box1:00 – Menu Dialogue Overview1:11 – Saving and Loading Presets1:29 – Creating Named Preset2:06 – Exiting Dialogue Box 2:14 – Using the Get and Modify Button2:49 – Tick Boxes Button3...

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Updated November 30th, 2023 by Ilya Kornienko

Bay Connector tool - Purpose, Benefits & Naming Conventions

Timestamps 0:00 – Introduction0:17 – Purpose and Benefits of the Tube & Clip Tool0:48 – Naming Conventions1:06 – Outro  ...

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Utilities - Convert Lapping Bay to Tube & Clip / Vice Versa

Timestamps 0:00 – Introduction0:32 – Lapping Bay to Tube and Clip1:55 – Wall Trace Tube and Clip to Lapping Bay 3:16 – Outro   ...

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Scaffold Item Tool - Purpose & Benefits

Timestamps 0:00 – Introduction0:20 – Purpose and Benefits of the Item tool1:19 – Outro  ...

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Circular Tank - Console Brackets

Timestamps 0:00 – Introduction0:10 – Console Bracket Location0:49 – Console Bracket Types 1:36 – Automatic Tube and Clips and Planks2:03 – Removing Inner Guardrails2:39 – Outro   ...

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Bay - Encapsulation

Timestamps 0:00 – Introduction0:09 – Access Bay Encapsulation Options0:15 – Encapsulation Options Overview0:44 – Inserting Bays1:05 – Open the Bay Menu for Multiple Bays Selected1:17 – Untick all Options for the Bay Menu1:10 – Multiple Bay Encapsulation1:26 – Create Encapsulation for Multiple Bays1:51 – Top and Bottom Extension of Encapsulation 2:24...

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Engineering - Wind Loads & Reporting

Timestamps 0:00 – Inputs0:41 – Picking Order for Calculations 1:17 – Outputs 2:01 – Reports Location 2:27 – Wind Calculations4:08 – Failed Wind Load Reports4:56 – Rerun Wind Calculations 5:22 – Wind Load Reports5:42 – Outro  ...

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Tube Connector - Move neighbour and adjust commands

Timestamps 0:00 – Introduction0:14 – Changing Tube 2 Length0:30 – Using Move Neighbors Command to stop Clashing0:58 – Merging Tube Vertically1:20 – Outro  ...

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Radial grids

Timestamps 0:00 – Introduction 0:10 – Radial grid command location on the ribbon0:17 – Insert a radial grid0:31 – Move a grid0:48–  Radial and Angular options, check grid angles (measure an angle command)2:20 – How to modify the radial grid3:47 – Outro  ...

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Create Tie Register

Key Details This feature is designed specifically for modular scaffolding systems where bays are inserted using the Bay tool. If you're working with Tube and Fitting scaffolding, the tie register option will not be available at this stage. The tool creates tie register on non-exploded bays and non-exploded wall ties. Microsoft Excel must be installe...

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Updated August 1st, 2023 by Ilya Kornienko

Drawings - Prepare views for drawing generation

Timestamps 0:00 – Relation of Model and Drawing Views 1:09 – Work Area Control 5:33 – Looking at Model in 3D7:06 – View List Overview 7:41 – Opening Multiple Views 7:59 – Creating New Views8:36 – Work Area Command 8:58 – Work Areas Using Two Points 9:30 – Fitting to Entire Model (Exiting Work Plane)9:47 – Creating View Plane 10:40 – Creating Drawing...

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Tips & Tricks: Reuse existing components with high speed and accuracy

Learning outcomes Copy to another object command  ...

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Document Manager - User interface overview

Timestamps 0:00 – Introduction0:42 – Document Manager Overview 2:26 – Outro  ...

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Profiles - Tekla mirror and rotate commands

Timestamps 0:00 – Introduction1:05 – Modelling Scaffold Component1:46 – Mirror Scaffold Component3:32 – Mirroring with Changed Work Plane4:48 – Scaffold Component Rotation 5:59 – Rotating Around Changed Work Plane7:42 – Outro  ...

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Lapping Bay - Purpose, Benefits & Naming Conventions

Timestamps 0:00 – Introduction0:28 – Purpose and Benefits of the Lapping Bay Tool1:17 – Naming Conventions1:51 – Outro  ...

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How to create a dynamic ScaffBlock

1. What is a dynamic block? ScaffPlan from version 1.7 supports dynamic blocks creation. A dynamic block is a group of blocks created once blocks added into ScaffBlock tool. The dynamic block might be: dynamically inserted from start to end point when Dynamic Length option is set to Yes on the contextual toolbar dynamically modified after the insert...

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Updated August 1st, 2023 by Ilya Kornienko

Document Manager - Copy drawing list to clipboard

Timestamps 0:00 – Introduction0:17 – Copying Drawing List to Excel 0:59 – Outro   ...

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Import a PDF

Timestamps 0:00 – Introduction0:27 – Insert PDF Reference Model Command Overview 1:10 – Finding Reference Model to Import 1:25 – Page Number 1:37 – Placing Reference Model 2:05 – Opening Reference Model Scale Tool2:31 – Pink Point of Reference Model2:45 – Actual Length Input3:07 – Moving Reference Model 3:24 – Double Checking Scale3:47 – Reference M...

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Updated August 19th, 2024 by Ilya Kornienko

Lattice Beam - Add extra pair of double couplers

1. Purpose of the feature. From ScaffPlan 1.7 it is possible to add/remove 2 extra double couplers from the Lattice beam tool to connect legs to the beam and in other cases. 2. Add and position an extra couplers. To add an extra pair of couplers: Select the Lattice beam tool. Click on the plus icon to add an extra pair of double couplers (be default...

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Copy profile properties from contextual toolbar

The feature allows for rapid copying of profile attributes from one to another from the contextual toolbar. Previously, the Get properties and Modify commands needed to be performed from the Item tool user interface. Copy properties from one to another and from one to multiple profiles are also supported....

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How to delete a block

1. Purpose of the function. Allows to delete a block(s) created from the system and/or from the Model.   Important Deletion of a block(s) from the Model AND Firm folders will be: NOT available in the ScaffBlock tool anymore for the current model and any new model created NOT available in any nested block the block(s) were previously included hence, ...

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General overview

Timestamps 0:00 – Introduction0:22 – X, Y, Z Planes 1:17 – Work Area 1:48 – Top Bar Commands 2:24 – Ribbon Tabs3:21 – Top Bar and Model Info 4:06 – Windows Tab 4:25 – Right Side Tabs 6:15 – Work Plane Handler 6:37 – Search in Model 7:03 – Bottom Toolbars 8:18 – Status Bar 9:34 – Outro  ...

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Create new, open & save a model

Timestamps 0:00 – Introduction to Tekla0:16 – Welcome Window 0:51 – Tekla User Assistance1:30 – Naming a New Model2:32 – Model Creation Location2:55 – Model User Settings3:50 – Model Template 4:08 – Recent and All Models Tabs4:49 – Creating the Model6:04 – Model Saving Options7:00 – Opening Models7:45 – Outro  ...

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Circular Tank - Primary Bay Configurations

Timestamps 0:00 – Introduction0:24 – Length, Width and Height0:55 – Building Offset1:01 – Platform at Lifts and Lift Number 1:48 – Outro   ...

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Kwikstage: 1 & 2-meter construction stairs added

1 & 2-meter construction stairs have been introduced for the Kwikstage system, offering a fast and easy way of modelling stairs....

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4.2. Creating an opening by the Wall layout tool

Learning outcomes How to create an opening using the Wall trace tool Add rectangle opening function. What is contextual toolbar. Position the contextual toolbar for ease of access on the screen.   Video   Timestamps 0:00 Introduction 0:27 Contextual toolbar and its positioning on the screen 1:26 Create an opening by Add rectangle opening function in...

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Scaffold Item Tool - Contextual toolbar: Add profile to a bay

Timestamps 0:00 – Introduction0:52 – Select Similar Components to Add to Bay  1:30 – Copying the Bay with Added Components1:44 – Outro  ...

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4.3. Creating an opening by a polygon cut

Learning outcomes How to create an opening using polygon cut command. Show and hide cuts in the model.   Video   Timestamps 0:00 Introduction 0:23 Polygon cut command 0:56 Create an opening by the polygon cut 1:30 Show and hide cuts in the model    ...

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O Scafom-Rux

  O Scafom-Rux scaffolding system have been introduced with all ScaffPlan tools available. Engineering module for the Scafom-Rux systems is not supported yet.    ...

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Switching scaffolding system

Timestamps 0:00 – Introduction0:07 – Scaffolding System List in the Project Properties0:25 – Scaffold System Units and Decimal Places0:58 – Selecting Scaffolding System to Use2:52 – Hide or Show Decimal Places Menu Using User Setting JSON File 4:04 – Outro    ...

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Tube and Clip - Purpose of the tool and naming conventions

Timestamps 0:00 – Purpose of the Tool 0:22 – Naming Conventions0:38 – Direct Modifications Features 1:41 – Outro  ...

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Reporting - Project/Yard Gear Lists

Timestamps 0:00 – Introduction0:02 – Inputs for Gear & Yard Lists0:35 – Example of Drawing Gear List 1:14 – Settings3:31 – Settings Tab in Model 5:20 – Creation Methods 6:04 – Creating Gear List for Selected Objects 7:42 – Gear List Data Tab8:46 – Searching Components11:27 – Outro   ...

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Scaffold Item Tool - Contextual toolbar: Copy commands

Timestamps 0:00 – Introduction0:16 – Copying Components Using Centreline1:42 – Copying Multiple Components2:35 – Copying Component Properties3:41 – Copying Object from Start and End Points 5:19 – Copying from Object to Object6:21 – Outro   ...

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Circular Tank - Top Ring Creation

Timestamps 0:00 – Introduction0:13 – Top Ring Creation0:36 – Outro  ...

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Custom Item tool -Editing ribbon overview

Timestamps 0:00 – Introduction0:07 – Custom Item Tool0:27 – Convert Parts to Item 0:39 – Convert Reference Model to Item 0:59 – Attach/Detach Part and Explode 1:12 – Cutting Commands 1:41 – Outro   ...

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Leg Loads by Area: Overview

1. Purpose of the feature Leg Load By Area tool allows to create rectangular or polygonal 3D selection box which reflects the extent of scaffold dead load applied to considered leg.  It then automatically calculates masses of the components within the selection box based on components properties and selected ratio per each component. The Leg Loads b...

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Reporting Leg Loads by Selected Area

Key Details Microsoft Excel must be installed on your machine to generate these reports.  ...

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Leg Loads by Selected Area

Key Details 1.    Leg Loads by Area method works seamlessly with any scaffolding system, including Tube and Fitting scaffold. 2.    It can be also used for system scaffold, when a bay inserted using the bay tool and then the bay exploded. 3.    Or when a scaffold modelled component by component. 4.    For modular system scaffold designed with the Ba...

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Tube and Clip - Joiners

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Up to 10x faster performance

Scaffold components geometry has been optimised. High and Medium representation of scaffolding components has been introduced. From now on 3D modeling and 2D drawing creation performances have been significantly improved. It is about 3 times faster to create drawings on Hight detail and about 10 times faster on Medium detail. The scaffold component ...

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Show, detach and remove added profiles

Bay intelligence and modelling flexibility have been significantly improved allowing options to show, detach and remove via the bay profiles. It's especially beneficial for modelling when extra profiles are needed to be included in the bay by the Item tool. You can then show which profiles have been inserted, exclude some/all or detach them from the...

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Custom Item tool - Overview of the user interface

Timestamps 0:00 – Custom Item Tool UI1:07 – Custom Item Tool Toolbar 3:31 – Outro  ...

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AT-PAC AU System

The AT-PAC US scaffolding system has been introduced with all ScaffPlan's tools available for use with the system when selected under Project info....

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Tube and Clip - Add a coupler by an item, point or a line segment

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ScaffPlan 1.4 - Full release notes

Compatibility across ScaffPlan versions has been changed: Please note it is recommended to finalise all work in the current version of ScaffPlan you are currently in and start using version 1.4. only for new jobs. Models created in any previous version of ScaffPlan opened in ScaffPlan 1.4 might behave not as expected. Mode backup on opening has been...

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Lapping Bay - Convert a Lapping bay to the Bay connector tool

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Other improvements 1.3

The logic of the corner tool has been refactored The corners tool now adds extra bays on 2 perimeters without changing the whole perimeter for each line. Extra profiles have been added for Kwikstage The following list of profiles has been added to the Item tool for Kwikstage: 1.2m Hoarding Truss 1.8m Hoarding Truss 2.4m Hoarding Truss C Coupler Step...

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Timber Decking for O-Layher

  The Bay and the Wall trace tools now contain timber decking option to be used.      ...

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Document Manager - Lock, freeze, and issue drawings

Timestamps 0:00 – Introduction0:08 – Locking Drawing1:18 – Freezing the Drawing3:25 – Mark Drawing for Issue 4:09 – Outro   ...

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HAKI Stairs

  HAKI Stair Towers has been introduced to be complementary to the tube and clip scaffold functionality as a common way of access in some regions. Platform stair - single return Platform stair - double return Symmetrical stair - double return Stair tower with double stair flights (16-Leg)    ...

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Item tool: Multiple components creation

Convenience and speed of modelling has been enhanced further introducing multiple components creation in one go. The contextual toolbar on the component insertion allows to enable the multiple components creation feature on the fly.  It's specifically convenient when multiple standards required to be created in a stack with just 2 points clicked in ...

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Tube and Clip - Flip command for tube and couplers

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Bay - Configurations

Timestamps 0:00 – Introduction0:17 – Bay Configuration Settings0:24 – Change Bay Length and Width0:48 – Change Bay Length Using Contextual Toolbar 1:37 – Change Bay Width Using Contextual Toolbar 1:52 – Change Top Working Platform Height3:20 – Change Building Offset 4:05 – Platforms at Lifts 5:35 – Lifts Number Option5:48 – Outro  ...

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7.4. Mirror commands

Learning outcomes How to use mirror commands. Mirror commands are work plane dependant. Copy-mirror command – mirror selected braces at the opening. Mirror command from the contextual toolbar of the Scaffold item tool.   Video   Timestamps 0:00 Mirror commands are work plane dependant 0:27 Copy-mirror command – mirror selected braces at the opening ...

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Scaffold Item Tool - Contextual toolbar overview

Timestamps 0:00 – Introduction0:20 – Contextual Toolbar Overview0:49 – Populating Contextual Toolbar 0:56 – Component (Profile) Type1:14 – Changing Component Standard 1:40 – Creating Other Components (Profiles) from Components (Profiles)2:05 – Copying Component Properties 2:22 – Component Rotation 2:26 – Swapping Standards 2:50 – Sole Board Contextu...

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7.5. Create U beams and decking

Learning outcomes How to use copy properties and copy to another object commands. Select a ledger inside the bay. Change ledger to U lattice beams. Copy properties command. Create command – create decking from U lattice beams. Copy to another object command. Load ScaffPlan list command for contextual toolbar. Select similar in the whole model. Selec...

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Tube and Clip - Couplers at ends

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Circular Tank - Wall Ties

Timestamps 0:00 – Introduction0:28 – Wall Ties Overview 1:35 – Outro  ...

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Document Manager - In-place editing

Timestamps 0:00 – Introduction0:21 – Drawing Editing 1:46 – Properties Editing 2:22 – Outro  ...

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Scaffold Item Tool - Direct modification of a component

Timestamps 0:00 – Introduction0:22 – Direct Modification Setting1:14 – Changing Component Length from the Start Point 2:39 - Changing Component Length from the End Point2:55 – Moving Profile with Centre Line3:59 – Copy a Component with a Modular Distance by Using its Centreline4:17 - Copy Multiple Components with a Modular Distance by Using its Cent...

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Bay - Sloping ground conditions

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Scaffold Item Tool - Contextual toolbar: Lock component direction for copy and move commands

Timestamps 0:00 – Introduction0:09 – Copying Component in Locked Direction0:36 – Outro   ...

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Tube&Fittings scaffold

It is possible to achieve any Tube&Fittings scaffold projects by utilising the powerful intelligence of the Scaffold Item tool.  ...

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Scaffold Item tool - Contextual toolbar: Lock a direction of component modification

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Bay - Platforms at lifts & custom lift heights

Timestamps 0:00 – Introduction0:06 – Add and Remove Decks at Lifts (Platforms at Lifts)0:48 – Deck Creation by Deck Handlers1:06 – Add and Remove Decks at Lifts for Multiple Bays Selected1:40 – Set Custom Platform Heights for a Bay2:20 – Set Custom Platform Heights for a Multiple Bays 2:56 – Outro  ...

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Custom Item tool - Delete company-specific components (shapes) from the catalog

Timestamps 0:00 – Introduction0:09 – Avoiding Custom Item Loss with Backups1:24 – Outro  ...

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Bay tool: Vertical Ladder Access

It is now quick and easy to add vertical ladder access to a bay using the Vertical ladder creator in the bay tool.  The vertical ladder access contains variety of options to choose: define a ladder connection type: ledger, bracket, tube and clip control ground clearance and bracket offset add ladder access all the way up to the working platform or s...

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9.1. Construction stairs

Learning outcomes Attached stairs tool overview and insertion. Open attached stair tool and overview its options. Configure and insert the construction stair.   Video   Timestamps 0:00 Introduction 0:51 Open attached stair tool and overview its options 1:27 Configure and insert the construction stair   Useful links Stairs - Purpose, Benefits & G...

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ScaffBlock overview

1. Purpose of the tool By using the ScaffBlock tool introduced in ScaffPlan 1.7, you can increase efficiency of modelling significantly. The ScaffBlock has been developed to save time and effort during modelling as the tool allows to create and distribute over the system any company-specific common scaffold scenarios or scaffold patterns as blocks t...

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Drawings - Working with dimension objects & dimension associativity

Timestamps 0:00 – Introduction0:30 – Associate Symbol 1:23 – Changing Model 2:07 – Moving Text and Measurement Extension 3:15 – Add Dimension Point3:50 – Combine Dimension and Running Dimension4:21 – Link Dimensions 4:40 – Outro   ...

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Tube and Clip - Copy commands for tube and couplers

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Drawings - How to Move or Copy a drawing view to another drawing sheet

🎯 Make Your Drawings Stand Out from the Crowd Tired of cluttered sheets? In this quick tip, learn how to move or copy views between drawings like a pro — for cleaner layouts, sharper presentations, and drawings that truly stand out. ▶️ Watch now and level up your drawing game!      ...

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Tips & Tricks: Creating model templates

Learning outcomes Purpose of a model template How to save a model as a template Create a new model using template Model template default location Model template distribution Model template path and user.ini file   Timestamps 0:00 Purpose of a Model template 0:35 How to save a model as a template 1:19 Create a new model using template  2:03 Model tem...

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Keyboard Shortcuts

Timestamps 0:00 – Introduction0:14 – Default Shortcuts 1:08 – Shortcut Commands List1:31 – Temporary Graphics  3:30 – Creating Redraw View Shortcut4:35 – Outro  ...

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Tube and Clip - Tube length control for tube and fittings

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Tube & Clip Tool Further Enhancements

The Tube & Clip tool functionality has been significantly enhanced to bring modeling process for the tube and clip scaffold to a new level.  It is possible now to use the only one tool - the Tube and Clip tool for any scenario: to form scaffold legs by two points clicked in the model (independent 2 point insertion) or  to add tube and fittings o...

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Change profile type from the contextual toolbar

It is now significantly faster to switch profile types using the Type drop-down, allowing you to switch between profile types on the fly. Previously, this option was available from the Item tool interface only....

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Select components from intelligent tools

The convenience of modelling has been significantly enhanced by introducing direct access to the Item tool on any profile selected inside of Bay, Wall Trace, Tank, Bird Cage, Buttress Bay and other intelligent tools. The extra hierarchy level introduced allows direct access to the Item tool user interface, including all features of the Item tool on ...

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Bay - Overview of inbuilt features

Timestamps 0:00 – Introduction0:10 – Calling Bay Tool Dialog0:42 – Save and Load Bay Tool Preconfigured Settings1:16 – Help Menu Button1:23 – Navigation in the Bay Tool Dialog1:35 – Bay Cancel Button1:44 – Tick on/off Boxes in the Bay Dialog2:00 – Get Button in the Bay Menu (Update the Bay Tool Dialog by Get Button)2:41 – Modify Button in the Bay Me...

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Bays - Neighbor Bay Adjustments

Timestamps 0:00 – Introduction0:37 – Neighbor Bay Option Overview1:40 – Move Neighbor Bay at End 1 or End 23:55 – Move Neighbor Bay Options Using Contextual Toolbar5:06 – Adjusting Neighbor Bay Length at End 1 or End 26:26 – Outro  ...

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Circular Tank - Guardrails

Timestamps 0:00 – Introduction0:11 – Guardrail Creation and Deletion 0:45 – Building Offset 1:56 – Outro   ...

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Rectangular Grids

Timestamps 0:00 – Introduction 0:22 – Grid Properties3:14 – Moving and Creating New Grids5:12 – Modifying Grid8:24 – Adding Grid Lines 11:44 – Saving Grid Settings12:28 – Outro  ...

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Drawing Organizer: Change Representation of components in drawings

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Lattice Beam - Purpose, Benefits & Naming Conventions

Timestamps 0:00 – Introduction0:18 – Purpose and Benefits of the Lattice Beam Tool0:51 – Naming Conventions1:20 – Outro  ...

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Other improvements 1.4

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Corner Arrangements - Overview of Inbuilt Features

Timestamps 0:00 – Introduction0:08 – Corner Arrangements Tool Options1:25 – Creating Corner Arrangement2:48 – Inner Guardrail Creation for All Bays 4:00 – Outro   ...

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Bay - Ledgers & Transoms

Timestamps 0:00 – Introduction0:20 – Intermediate Ledgers at 1m Lift1:12 – Inner Ledger Options1:52 – Outer Ledger Options2:04 – End Ledger Without Decking Options 2:15 – Ledgers Control for a Bay with Decking3:13 – Outro  ...

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Wall Trace - Overview of Inbuilt Features

Timestamps 0:00 – List of Videos to Watch0:40 – Wall Trace Tool 0:49 – Layout1:02 – Corner Arrangement 1:13 – Lapping Bay Configuration1:22 – Bay Configuration1:55 – Standard Sizes 2:04 – Sole Board2:07 – Ledgers / Transoms and Guardrails2:12 – Bracing 2:22 – Top Ring and Console Brackets2:27 – Encapsulation and Containment Mesh2:38 – Wall Ties2:47 ...

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Drawings - Create a section view

Timestamps 0:00 – Introduction0:36 – Section View Creation Requirements1:05 – Section View Selection and Cut Depth1:53 – Section Symbol Properties Cutting Line 2:09 – Section Mark and Placing Text2:48 – View Label Settings 3:05 – New Section View Properties 3:50 – Section Cut Modification 4:52 – Outro  ...

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Bay - Copy a bay by a specified number of copies

Timestamps 0:00 – Introduction0:37 – Copy Bay from End 1 or End 2 1:15 – Copy Bay to Outer Side or Inner Side 2:20 – Outro  ...

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Bay - Console Brackets

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Install and use Autoscaling Extension

Timestamps 0:00 – Opening Tekla Warehouse in Browser0:45 – Locating Refence Model Scale Extension1:25 – Downloading Version Specific Extension1:50 – Starting TSEP Installation 2:35 – Reopening Tekla3:06 – Locate Reference Model Tool3:21 – Outro  ...

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Utilities - Bay & Lapping Bay Adjustments

Timestamps 0:00 – Introduction0:17 – Adjusting Lapping Bay 1:21 – Adjust Bay to Another Bay 2:02 – Outro    ...

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Tube Connector - Miscellaneous features

Timestamps 0:00 – Introduction0:11 – Swap Handlers Command 0:25 – Changing Hierarchy to Individual Tube Level0:52 – Using Contextual Toolbar for Tubes1:02 – Adding Double Coupler from Contextual Toolbar1:23 – Showing Snapping Points1:52 – Hiding Snapping Points1:59 – Outro  ...

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Bay - Console brackets at bay ends

1. Purpose of the feature. From ScaffPlan 1.7 it is possible to to add console brackets at a bay end or ends.. Console brackets at ends creation feature is available on the contextual toolbar and also in the bay tool menu under the console brackets drop down. Please see a video example on the console brackets at ends: Bay tool: Console Brackets at B...

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Tube and Clip - Copy and move commands for legs

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Lattice Beam - Insertion & Modification

Timestamps 0:00 – Introduction0:13 – Lattice Beam Options Overview 0:25 – Lattice beam Height1:00 – Lattice Beam Automatic Option1:31 – Lattice Beam Manual Measurements2:17 – Create Connections 2:46 – Lattice Beams Insertion Picking Order4:08 – Alternative Picking Order 4:49 – Lattice Beam Insertion on Perpendicular Scaffold Bays 5:07 – Flipping Lat...

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Bird Cage - General Parameters

Timestamps 0:00 – Introduction0:16 – Decking Type 0:38 – Brace at Each N Segment 1:00 – Create Guardrails and Bracing 1:31 – Contextual Toolbar 1:47 – Outro  ...

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Scaffold Item tool - Pre-insertion conditions and multiple components insertion

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Document Manager - Assign drawing revisions

Timestamps 0:00 – Introduction0:20 – Revision Command 1:40 – Deleting Revision  2:30 – Outro  ...

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Stairs - Overview of Inbuilt Features

Timestamps 0:00 – Introduction0:31 – Stairs Properties1:00 – Independent Stairs Properties1:19 – Outro  ...

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Wall Trace - Primary Bay Configurations

Timestamps 0:00 – Introduction0:17 – Bay Length and Width Adjustments for the Wall Trace1:11 – Top Working Platform Height and Bay Building Offset1:49 – Platforms at Lifts and Number of Lifts 2:45 – Outro  ...

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Custom Item tool - Add a new component by using a template

Timestamps 0:00 – Introduction0:10 – Inserting Item Template0:59 – Creating Points1:29 – Inserting Beam 2:29 – Creating Custom Item 3:33 – Outro  ...

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Tube Connector - Creation of legs and base plates

Timestamps 0:00 – Introduction0:11 – Opening Tube Connector Tool with Shift0:19 – Set Multiple Components to NO0:22 – Adjusting Settings to Desired Settings0:35 – Using Temporary Snap to Insert Components with Offset1:08 – Using Tekla Commands to Copy Special > Linear1:25 – Adjusting Copy Settings1:37 – Copying Components in Y-Direction1:52 – Usi...

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Custom Item tool - Advanced: Model and define components (shapes) using native Tekla objects

Timestamps 0:00 – Introduction0:14 – Inserting Transoms 1:13 – Measuring Curved Transom Piece 1:35 – Changing Work Plane to Transom Piece 2:09 – Using Polybeam to Model Curved Piece 3:06 – Polybeam Material and Rotation 4:00 – Creating Construction Line to Model Tube Piece 4:19 – Inserting Plate for Tube Piece 4:51 – Changing Plate Size and Position...

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Bird Cage - Standard size

Timestamps 0:00 – Introduction0:08 – Standard Sizes 0:56 – Outro   ...

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Drawings - Smart Annotations

🚀Boost Your Workflow - Use Smart Annotations In this video, we’ll show how to supercharge your scaffolding documentation by using part marks as smart annotations. Whether you're a scaffold designer, engineer or project manager, this workflow will save time, reduce errors, and improve coordination across your team. ✅ What you'll learn:  - How to use ...

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Custom Item tool - Add miscellaneous components (shapes)

Timestamps 0:00 – Introduction0:08 – Importing ScaffPlan Miscellaneous Items 1:09 – Outro  ...

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Tube and Clip - One tool - two ways of creation

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Create a wall on a slope

Timestamps 0:00 – Introduction0:17 – Wall Layout Tool Insertion 0:35 – Modifying Walls with Points1:23 – Adjusting Wall Height2:15 – Panel Insertion 2:54 – Inserting Plate for Tilted Wall 3:25 – Plate Modification 3:57 – Moving Points on Axis (Tilting Wall)5:45 – Outro  ...

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Tube Connector - Purpose and naming conventions

Timestamps 0:00 – Purpose of the tool0:21 – Naming conventions1:44 – Outro  ...

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Bay - Purpose & Benefits

Timestamps 0:00 – Introduction0:32 – Purpose and Benefits of the Bay Tool1:18 – Outro   ...

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Corner Arrangements - Outer Corner Arrangements

Timestamps 0:00 – General Concept and Inputs0:51 – Outer Corner – Option 15:30 – Outer Corner – Option 210:26 – Outer Corner – Option 313:11 – Outer Corner – Option 416:15 – Outro  ...

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Define the Work Area

Timestamps 0:00 – Introduction0:10 – Work Area and View Depth0:33 – Temporarily Hide the Work Area Box0:50 – Copying Object Outside of the Work Area1:52 – Expand Work Area After Copying Objects  2:16 – Fit Work Area Using Two Points3:50 – Fit work Area to Entire Model4:04 – Fit Work Area to Selected Parts5:27 – Outro  ...

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Project Information

Timestamps 0:00 – Introduction0:47 – Project Info Overview0:58 – Project Info Save Settings 1:23 – Project Info Help Button2:06 – Scaffolding System 2:28 – Supplier Details 3:39 – Client Details 3:44 – Project Details 4:40 – Scaffolding Details 5:15 – Drawing Info 6:27 – Outro  ...

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Import Plans & Elevations (dwg/dxf)

Timestamps 0:00 – Introduction0:25 – Reference Model Menu1:12 – Reference Model Presets2:00 – Reference Model File Location2:43 – Reference Model Groups 2:53 – Reference Model Insertion Location 3:11 – Reference Model Offset 3:42 – Reference Model Scale 3:59 – More Tab 4:10 – Adding Model 5:03 – Exploring Imported DWG Model5:41 – Measuring DWG Scale...

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Buttress Bay Tool

The Buttress Bay tool has been introduced, allowing users to model the full buttress bay(s) in one go with all profiles generated by specifying the maximum number of bays to be generated. It also supports direct modification features. The tool recognises the configuration of the main bay it's attached to and adaptively reacts to the main bay geometr...

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Phase manager: Splitting a job by phases

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How to insert a ScaffBlock

1. Purpose of the feature. Inserts a block by 2 options available on the contextual toolbar: statically and  dynamically (if there are dynamic blocks created previously). Please see How to create a dynamic ScaffBlock article to explore dynamic blocks creation.     2. Static insertion. To insert a block in the model statically: 1.Optional: if connect...

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Leg Loads by Selected Bay

Key Details The feature is specifically developed for modular scaffolding systems where bays are inserted using the Bay tool. If you're working with Tube and Fitting scaffolding, we recommend checking out our Leg Loads by Area videos, which explain how to use the Area calculation feature, better suited for Tube and Fitting. Additionally, if the bay ...

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ScaffPlan 1.6 - Full release notes

Compatible Tekla Structures versions & recommended service packs: 👉 Tekla Structures version 2023 Service Pack 5 👉 Tekla Structures version 2022 Service Pack 11   🚀 Key Features 🚀 💥 Snapping to reference models improvements 💥 System: PERI UP available 💥 System: Proscaf available 💥 Tube & Fittings enhancements 💥 Temporary Roof available 💥 Bay...

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Create a ScaffBlock

1. Tools allowed to be used for a block creation. Following list of tools allowed to be used for a ScaffBlock creation: Item tool (including custom items added to the catalogue by a user) Bay tool Lattice Beam tool Wall Trace tool Bird Cage tool Circular Tank tool Standalone Stairs tool Temporary Roof tool Tube and Clip tool ScaffBlock tool (it is a...

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InterAct: Overview

1. Purpose of the tool ScaffPlan InterAct is a tool designed to streamline the process of reviewing and verifying scaffolding models. It provides users with a customizable table view, allowing them to efficiently inspect, select, and manage model elements.  With InterAct, users can: View and filter scaffolding model data in an interactive table. Sel...

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How to copy a ScaffBlock

1. Copy commands overview. A block or multiple blocks selected might be copied by using: Tekla native copy commands Copy commands from the contextual toolbar  ScaffPlan smart copy commands if Alt or Control keys are being held while copying.   2. Copy a block by Tekla native commands. A block might be copied by native Tekla commands available on the...

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Updated August 1st, 2023 by Ilya Kornienko

Exporting - Export to 3D DWG/DXF

Timestamps 0:00 – Intro 0:10 – Export Options in Tekla Menu0:27 – Export 3D DWG/DXF (Old Exportation)1:05 – Unsupported Things in Old Exportation1:21 – Export 3D DWG (New Exportation)2:38 – DWG File in Directory2:49 – Using Trimble Connect to View DWG2:57 – Outro   ...

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Updated October 21st, 2024 by Ilya Kornienko

Advanced options

1. Purpose of the options. The tool is located under the HELP tab on the ribbon: From ScaffPlan 1.7 it is possible to set following options in the Advanced options tool as below. When an option changed in the tool, press OK to take it into effect.   2. Show/hide update decimals window and Update decimals options.  The options allows to specify wheth...

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Updated July 31st, 2023 by Ilya Kornienko

Wall Trace - Wall Ties

Timestamps 0:00 – Introduction0:25 – Wall Tie Overview0:50 – Create Wall Tie 1:10 – Change Wall Tie type3:03 – Outro   ...

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Updated July 31st, 2023 by Ilya Kornienko

Bay - Merge bays

Timestamps 0:00 – Introduction0:10 – Remove Lapping Bay and Merge Bays 0:38 – Outro   ...

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Updated April 19th, 2023 by Ilya Kornienko

Other Improvements

Implementation of Inner guardrails option on the bay side when the inner console is on Mirror option for couplers has been added Standard system-specific settings with improved user experience introduced Improved Smart copy command Enhanced automation of the work area update...

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Updated July 31st, 2023 by Ilya Kornienko

Bird Cage - Typical Bay Configuration

Timestamps 0:00 – Introduction0:31 – Primary Bay Length, Width and Height 1:24 – Building Offset 1:58 – Platforms and Lifts and Lifts Number 2:41 – Intermediate 1m Lift2:58 – Outro  ...

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Updated July 31st, 2023 by Ilya Kornienko

Utilities - Move Face to Face tool

Timestamps 0:00 – Introduction0:20 – Moving Bay Face to Wall1:27 – Moving Bay to Slope Face2:09 – Scaffold Items on Slope for Sloped Bay 4:27 – Outro  ...

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Updated July 31st, 2023 by Ilya Kornienko

Measuring Tools

Timestamps 0:00 – Introduction0:19 – Horizontal and Vertical Measurement1:56 – 3D Measurement3:12 – Measuring an Angle3:36 – Measure Arc Length4:00 – Erase (Remove) Measurements by Redraw View or Update Window 5:23 – Outro  ...

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Updated August 14th, 2024 by Ilya Kornienko

Bays - Sole Boards

1. Purpose of the feature. From ScaffPlan 1.7 it is possible to use single or triple sole board arrangements options for Steel and Timber board types. The sole board arrangement option is available in the Bay tool menu under the Sole board arrangements drop down. Please see a video example on the sole board arrangements: Single and Triple Sole Board...

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Updated July 31st, 2023 by Ilya Kornienko

Wall Trace - Guardrails

Timestamps 0:00 – Introduction0:24 – Inner Top Guardrails1:07 – Outer Top Guardrails 1:35 – Adjust Building Offset 2:28 – Outro  ...

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Updated November 18th, 2024 by Ilya Kornienko

Eliminate point cloud areas for designing

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Updated July 31st, 2023 by Ilya Kornienko

Drawings - Selecting & snapping

Timestamps 0:00 – Introduction0:12 – Example Drawing 0:54 – Creating Lines in Drawing1:15 – Creating Notes in Drawing 2:04 – Section Mark and Dimensions2:57 – Selection Menu3:10 – Select Lines in Drawing 3:28 – Select Text in Drawing3:57 – Select Marks and Notes 4:06 – Select Parts in Drawing 4:26 – Select Section Symbol in Drawing 4:35 – Select Dra...

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Updated March 14th, 2024 by Ilya Kornienko

File Menu

Timestamps 0:00 – Introduction0:29 – Create a New Model0:54 – Open Model 2:17 – Save Model 3:06 – Printing 3:25 – Open Model Folder3:44 – Import5:07 – Export 6:44 – Sharing 7:52 – Trimble Connect 8:09 – Project Properties 9:07 – Settings14:02 – Catalogues16:04 – Editors 16:59 – Logs17:32 – Diagnose & Repair 18:38 – Help 19:27 – Extend 20:22 – Ex...

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Updated July 31st, 2023 by Ilya Kornienko

Bay - Standard sizes

Timestamps 0:00 – Introduction0:20 – Automatic Standard Sizes Option 0:45 – Custom Standard Sizes for a Bay (Set Standard Size, 3m Standards)1:17 – Outro  ...

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Updated August 1st, 2023 by Ilya Kornienko

Circular Tank - Lapping Bay Configurations

Timestamps 0:00 – Introduction0:14 – Lapping Bay Configuration Overview 0:50 – Specific Selection1:20 – Bottom Inner Tube 1:45 – Outro  ...

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Updated December 11th, 2023 by Ilya Kornienko

Temporary Roof - Rotation of the roof

Timestamps 0:00 – Intro 0:08 – Rotating Roof Around Insertion Point 0:25 – Using Contextual Toolbar for Rotation  0:42 – Outro 0:42 – Outro  ...

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Updated August 7th, 2025 by Ilya Kornienko

3.2. Importing a plan view from pdf and scaling it 1:1

Learning outcomes Best practices of the reference files placement & storage. Create reference model files storage folder under the model folder. Insert PDF reference model tool overview. Insert plan view from the PDF. Change scale of the inserted plan.   Video   Timestamps 0:00 Best practices of the reference files placement & storage 0:33 C...

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Updated May 25th, 2023 by Ilya Kornienko

Gear list: Search, and select scaffold components & flexible file naming

It is possible to search scaffold component(s) in the list now. Selection ability from the list in the model or vice versa have been introduced allowing to select scaffold components in the model from the list or from the model filter and highlight components in the list.  It is possible to define a custom name for gear and yard lists adding prefixe...

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Updated August 16th, 2024 by Ilya Kornienko

Encapsulation - Insertion by points

1. Purpose of the feature. From ScaffPlan 1.7 allows to add vertical or horizontal encapsulation with defined overlap and top and bottom offsets by tracing over bays in the model.  Insertion of encapsulation by points is available on the contextual toolbar and  the Encapsulation tool menu under the Input type option.   2. Insertion by points. To add...

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Updated July 31st, 2023 by Ilya Kornienko

Custom Item tool - Export/Import company-specific components (shapes)

Timestamps 0:00 – Introduction0:07 – Custom Items Backup Files and Sharing2:00 – Outro  ...

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Updated July 16th, 2024 by Ilya Kornienko

Tips & Tricks: Increase efficiency of modelling with ScaffBlock

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Updated August 1st, 2023 by Ilya Kornienko

Engineering - Safe Working Limits

Timestamps 0:00 – Introduction0:08 – Safe Working Limits Command 0:30 – Outro  ...

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Updated August 1st, 2023 by Ilya Kornienko

Bird Cage - Overview of Inbuilt Features

Timestamps 0:00 – Introduction0:07 – General Parameters0:35 – Typical Bay Configuration1:26 – Standard Sizes, Sole Boards and Top rings1:47 – Bird cage Contextual Toolbar 2:24 – Outro  ...

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Updated September 10th, 2024 by Ilya Kornienko

Bay - Top end controls

1. Purpose of the feature. From ScaffPlan 1.7 it is possible to change top standard types and add base plates at the top with control of a baseplate offset. The top controls are available in the Bay tool menu under the Standards drop down. Please see a video example on the top and bottom controls: Bay tool: Top and Bottom Ends Extra Controls   2. Av...

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Updated July 23rd, 2024 by Ilya Kornienko

Import a Revit model

Compatibility for the Revit Extension. The extension located at the Tekla Warehouse website as shown in the video  allows to import Revit models saved in Revit version up to Revit 2022. Please ask to provide the reference model as .rvt file in Revit up to 2022 version OR ask to provide an IFC model exported from Revit.  ...

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Updated July 31st, 2023 by Ilya Kornienko

Wall Trace - Ledgers & Transoms

Timestamps 0:00 – Introduction0:19 – Intermediate 1m Lifts 0:58 – End Ledgers Without Decking1:32 – Outro  ...

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Updated July 31st, 2023 by Ilya Kornienko

Wall Trace - Encapsulation

Timestamps 0:00 – Introduction0:10 – Encapsulation Overview 0:37 – Encapsulation Creation 1:36 – Encapsulation for Bigger Bay Projects3:30 – Outro  ...

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Updated August 1st, 2023 by Ilya Kornienko

Scaffold Item Tool - Insertion and modification of a component basics

Timestamps 0:00 – Introduction0:17 – Inserting a Component1:10 – Orthogonal Snapping and Orthogonal Shortcut 2:25 – Inserting a Component with Vertical Offset Using Temporary Snap 3:51 – Inserting a Component with Horizontal Offset Using Temporary Snap5:30 – Snapping Points on a Component6:17 – Inserting Component with Exact Offset Using Component C...

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Updated October 20th, 2023 by Ilya Kornienko

Bay tool: Sloping ground conditions

The Bay tool now supports sloping ground conditions.  The feature is available on the contextual toolbar of the Bay tool. Preview on the insertion displays: - number of bays to be inserted - total length of the bay line - length & width of bays being used - top working platform height  ...

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Updated September 2nd, 2024 by Ilya Kornienko

How to rotate a ScaffBlock

1. Rotate commands overview. A block or multiple blocks selected might be rotated by using: Tekla native rotate commands Start or End point of a block Block Coordinate manipulator Rotate command from the contextual toolbar (around block local X axis)   2. Rotate a block by Tekla native commands. A block might be rotated by native Tekla commands avai...

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Updated July 31st, 2023 by Ilya Kornienko

Bay - Guardrails

Timestamps 0:00 – Introduction0:17 – Guardrail Overview0:39 – Removing Guardrails1:10 – Inner Guardrail Options1:36 – Outer Guardrail Options 1:59 – Inner Guardrails and Building Offset 3:20 – Outer Guardrail Tubes for a Corner Option 3:41 – Outro  ...

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Updated July 31st, 2023 by Ilya Kornienko

Circular Tank - Encapsulation

Timestamps 0:00 – Introduction0:24 – Encapsulation Sheet Width and Extension1:32 – Outro  ...

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Updated July 31st, 2023 by Ilya Kornienko

Circular Tank - Ledgers & Transoms

Timestamps 0:00 – Introduction0:24 – Ledgers and Transoms Overview 0:44 – L-Ledger1:07 – Intermediate 1m Lift1:31 – Outro  ...

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Updated August 1st, 2023 by Ilya Kornienko

Wall Trace - Sole board types

Timestamps 0:00 – Introduction0:09 – Changing Sole Board Types 0:38 – Outro  ...

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Updated July 17th, 2025 by Ilya Kornienko

Drawing Organizer: Overview

1. Purpose of the tool The ScaffPlan Drawing Organizer is designed to enhance the representation of scaffolding components on a drawing: to display scaffolding component colours as per representation from the model view colours apply colours to group of components per a selected view or multiple views selected at the same time   2. User Interface ov...

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Updated July 31st, 2023 by Ilya Kornienko

Wall Trace - Console Brackets

Timestamps 0:00 – Introduction0:08 – Console Bracket Overview 1:05 – Inside Console Bracket Creation 2:12 – Outro   ...

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Updated August 1st, 2023 by Ilya Kornienko

Document Manager - Working drawing snapshots

Timestamps 0:00 – Introduction0:12 – Model Snapshot Overlay1:48 – Drawing Snapshot Overlay 3:16 – Outro  ...

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Updated July 31st, 2023 by Ilya Kornienko

Bays - Hierarchy of Objects in the Bay

Timestamps 0:00 – Introduction0:10 – Hierarchy Level 00:33 – Access Item Tool in the Bay by Changing Hierarchy Level from 0 to 1 0:59 – Create Double Coupler by Accessing Standard in a Bay2:19 – Create Bracing by Accessing Standard in a Bay2:50 – Outro  ...

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Updated July 31st, 2023 by Ilya Kornienko

Drawings - Dimension types & adding a dimension

Timestamps 0:00 – Introduction0:14 – Horizontal Dimensioning 1:20 – Vertical Dimensioning2:00 – Changing UCS 2:57 – Orthogonal Dimensioning 3:32 – Perpendicular Dimensioning 3:55 – Parallel Dimensioning 4:12 – 3D Dimensioning 4:41 – Angular Dimensioning 5:15 – Radial Dimensioning 5:59 – Arc Dimensioning 6:54 – Grid Line Dimensioning 7:24 – Outro   ...

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Updated August 1st, 2023 by Ilya Kornienko

Corner Arrangements - Purpose, Benefits & General Concept

Timestamps 0:00 – Introduction0:18 – Purpose and Benefits of the Lattice Beam Tool0:52 – General Concept 4:18 – Outro   ...

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Updated July 31st, 2023 by Ilya Kornienko

Circular Tank - Standard size

Timestamps 0:00 – Introduction0:17 – Standard Size Modifications 0:33 – Outro   ...

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Updated March 20th, 2024 by Ilya Kornienko

Tips & Tricks: Create F and Box ties efficiently

Learning outcomes Create an F-tie Create a Box tie   Timestamps 0:00 – Introduction  0:16 – Create a horizontal F tie on wall side (one leg or double leg tie) 4:26 – Create a vertical F tie on an opening 6:43 – Create a box tie     ...

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Updated August 1st, 2023 by Ilya Kornienko

Side Pane

Timestamps 0:00 – Introduction0:53 – Property Pane for Column 2:04 – Component Pane for Scaffold Item 2:36 – Part Selection for Scaffold Item3:51 – Custom Inquiry 4:56 – Tekla Online5:53 – Point Clouds 6:19 – Reference Models 7:00 – Applications and Components7:58 – Pane View Editing 9:27 – Outro  ...

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Updated April 19th, 2023 by Ilya Kornienko

Creation of Planks by Input

Extra flexibility options for covering gaps in between bays have been added to the Scaffold Item tool. Planks with input options available in the contextual toolbar for decking profiles and console brackets provide the ability to generate planks to cover gaps in between bays (elevations under 5 degrees are also supported). The option also allows use...

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Updated August 1st, 2023 by Ilya Kornienko

Bay - Line and point handlers

Timestamps 0:00 – Introduction0:15 – Top Working Platform Height Line and Platform Elevations0:37 – Top Working Platform Height Line Display Options 0:46 – Display Top Working Platform Height or Lift Heights 1:16 – Custom Lift Height and Deck Creation / Removal with Handlers2:10 – Move Bay by Reference Line / Outer line / End 1 or End 2 Line Handler...

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Updated July 31st, 2023 by Ilya Kornienko

Scaffolding Ribbon Overview

Timestamps 0:00 – Introduction0:27 – Project Info1:08 – Scaffold Item Tool3:06 – Scaffold Bay Tool4:18 – Corners Tool for Scaffold Bay 4:50 – Wall Trace Tool5:26 – Bird Cage Tool 5:53 – Tank Tool 6:07 – Stairs Tool 6:41 – Cont. Mesh Tool 7:10 – Wall Tie Tool7:41 – Gear List Tool 8:40 – Certificates Tool9:21 – Utilities Tool9:50 – Draw Info Tool10:36...

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Updated July 31st, 2023 by Ilya Kornienko

Working with Items & Bays

Timestamps 0:00 – Introduction0:30 – Inserting Scaffold Components 1:04 – Changing Scaffold Component with Toolbar1:32 – Scaffold Component Rendering2:40 – Component Rendering Shortcuts2:48 – Copy and Mirroring Scaffold Objects3:12 – Copying from Ribbon 3:49 – Copy Special Linear4:44 – Copy Special Rotate 5:44 – Copy Special Mirror 6:15 – Copy and M...

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Updated November 29th, 2023 by Ilya Kornienko

Tube Connector - Copy and move commands

Timestamps 0:00 – Introduction0:25 – Copying Tube with Tekla Copy0:36 – Tekla Copy Process0:57 – Continue Copying or Interrupt Copying1:03 – Using Tekla Copy Special > Linear Command1:15 – Adjusting Copy Special Settings1:27 – Copying by Different Axis1:39 – Using Scaffplan Smart Copy 2:20 – Specifying Copy Amount with Contextual Toolbar2:50 – Us...

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Updated November 29th, 2023 by Ilya Kornienko

Tube Connector - Tube joiners at ends

Timestamps 0:00 – Introduction0:08 – Opening Component Dialogue0:19 – Modifying Inserted Component 1:07 – Contextual Toolbar for Tube Connector1:55 – Using Contextual Toolbar to Change Joiners2:13 – Outro  ...

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Updated October 20th, 2023 by Ilya Kornienko

Snapping to reference models improvements

  It is now much easier to trace over reference models imported into ScaffPlan.     ...

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Updated July 31st, 2023 by Ilya Kornienko

Scaffold Item Tool - Contextual toolbar: Change component type and profile

Timestamps 0:00 – Introduction0:20 – Changing Profile Type with Contextual Toolbar1:50 – Outro  ...

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