Serviceability Parameters

Define control parameters of deflection for serviceability check.

Note
Steel Serviceability Parameters are applied to beam and column members.

From the Main Menu select Design > Steel Design > Serviceability Parameters

New for Civil 2013

Select a beam member from the Model View to enter the following parameters:

Option

Add/Replace: Add a new value or modify a predefined value.

Delete: Delete a predefined value

Selection Type

Select all the members 'All' or select the members by using 'By Selection'

Deflection Control for Beams

Enter the limiting deflection for beam members.

Deflection Control for Columns

Enter the limiting deflection for column members (h0= overall height of the structure, h= height of the column).

Deflection Amplification Factor

Enter the Deflection Amplification Factor.