Framer_Takeoff TM © FILE....DETAILS/LIST..........BUILDING ELEMENTS........TAKEOFF
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* HELP
Framer_Takeoff TM © is a Framing estimator made up of macro sheets, worksheets, and a large database. The database is made up of framing lumber, anchors and hardware. Framer_Takeoff TM © will run on Microsoft Excel®, Windows95®, Windows98®, WindowsME®, Windows XP®, Windows Vista® and Microsoft Office 2000® and Office 2007® and Excel® for the Macintosh®; versions 2.0 and above. Choosing "System Configuration" from the "File Menu" will allow the User to set the Framer_Takeoff TM © RAM Mb requirements to fit various systems. Choosing a lower RAM Mb will allow Framer_Takeoff TM © to run faster by opening only essential macro and worksheets. For example the database will open only upon demand with the "System Configuration" set to 4Mb of RAM. Framer_Takeoff TM © dialog boxes may be sized to accomodate a variety of screen sizes. Choose the screen size and Framer_Takeoff TM © will make the adjustments in each dialog box. The User may also increase or decrease the dialog boxes by a percentage. Generally a proportional increase/decrease of less than 10% should be used. You may print this documentation by choosing "Print Documentation" from the file menu. Choose "TOUR" Framer_Takeoff TM © to get a general view of the organization of this template.
LICENSE AGREEMENT Sonoran Software licenses the use of this software to the Licensee or End User under the following five (5) terms: 1. One Hard Drive and one backup copy may be made. 2. Additional Licenses of Framer_Takeoff TM © must be purchased from Sonoran Software should more be required. 3. Sonoran Software makes no warranty except the replacement of damaged disks. Sonoran Software shall not be liable for the end use of Framer_Takeoff TM ©. The LICENSEE shall bear all liabilities which may come from the end use of the calculations and Database of Framer_Takeoff TM ©. 4. THE LICENSEE HAS READ THE TERMS OF THIS AGREEMENT. BY CHOOSING 'I AGREE' (when at the "LICENSE AGREEMENT" dialog box, upon opening the program) OR OTHERWISE RUNNING THIS PROGRAM, THE LICENSEE/END USER, (hereafter called "User") AGREES TO THE ABOVE TERMS. *Note the User should read the following CAUTION: *WARNING - THE USER MUST DETERMINE THE LOADS CONCENTRATED ON ALL FRAMING MEMBERS, OPENING BEAMS AND HEADERS, AND DETERMINE FOR HIM OR HERSELF THAT THE MATERIAL BEING ESTIMATED IS APPROPRIATLY SIZED FOR THE DESIGN LOADS. BECAUSE OF THE WIDE RANGE OF POSSIBLE DESIGN LOADING, SONORAN SOFTWARE TAKES NO RESPONSIBILITY FOR THE END USE OF THE MATERIALS GENERATED BY Framer_Takeoff TM ©. THE USE OF Framer_Takeoff TM © BINDS THE USER TO THE TERMS OF THIS LICENSE AGREEMNENT. PLEASE READ THIS AGREEMENT NOW. SEE "LICENSE AGREEMENT" ABOVE AND READ THE "LICENSE AGREEMENT" DIALOG BOX UPON OPENING Framer_Takeoff TM ©.
* To use Framer_Takeoff TM ©:
* Ist choose "Project Information" under "DETAILS/LIST" from the Framer_Takeoff TM © Bar. Complete this description and name of the project. This will name the file, which will be saved and name the "Quantity Sheets."
* Next print the "Quantity Sheets" from the Framer_Takeoff TM © File Menu; "Print Quantity Sheets." Fill in the quantities from the plans and specifications or other data for the particular project to be estimated. Framer_Takeoff TM © may be quit at this point, to make the quantity takeoffs from the project plans/blue prints. When completed, the quantity takeoffs may be entered at a later date . Framer_Takeoff TM © saves all spread sheets, macro sheets, and database upon quitting. The Project Information will be saved and the User is given a choice to "RESUME WORK" or "PREPARE NEW" worksheets (clearing all data), upon reopening. After reopening, the most recent "Project Information" (and all data entries) will have been saved. The User will be ready to continue again.
* Using the Quantity Sheets: Go to the "BUILDING ELEMENTS" Menu on the Framer_Takeoff TM © Bar. Choose from each group which pertain to the quantities to be calculated. Enter the data to be calculated.
* After all quantities are entered, review each group's entries, before going to "TAKEOFF" on the Framer_Takeoff TM © Menu. This is done by choosing "DETAILS/LIST" and choosing "List..." for the particular group under "BUILDING ELEMENTS" to be reviewed. It is important to do this review before choosing a group under the "TAKEOFF" Menu, because at this point, before "TAKEOFF," additions may be made to the quantities. After entered from the dialog box the only way to clear data entries for a particular Project is to clear the entire Project's sets of macros and worksheets. "System Configuration" may be reset to "Default," "Project Information" may be changed at any time. The dialog boxes for "Special/Custom Wall Elements" and "Roof Framing: Joists/Rafters/Jacks, Sheathing" maybe cleared, before data is entered. These are the only specific change/deletions which may be made once data is entered.
* When all of a particular group or all entries are completed and reviewed, choose "TAKEOFF" from the Framer_Takeoff TM © Bar. "Takeoff" the particular group, or all if desired. At this point Framer_Takeoff TM © Disables any further entries into the particular 'calculation group,' preparing that set of data to be calculated.
* FINALLY, choose "Extract Framing/Hardware" under "TAKEOFF" from the Framer_Takeoff TM © Bar. Excel¨ calculates all of 'Framer_Takeoff'S Formulae, i.e. calculates, chooses, tabulates, combines all descriptions, quantities, dimensions, lengths and grades into the database where it is then "Extracted."
* This extracted file is then "Saved As" the "Project Name/Number (8 characters or less) '.XLS'" and ready to be printed or stored on disk.
* To print choose "Print Framer_Takeoff TM ©" from the "FILE" menu Framer_Takeoff TM © Bar.
* When an estimate for labor is required with a material takeoff, choose "Labor Unit Pricing" under the "BUILDING ELEMENTS" menu. Review the crew choices and edit crew wages. Choose a crew number and enter it as instructed. Scroll up the page and enter unit quantities. Framer_Takeoff TM © automaticaly multiplies units times hours times and average cost per crew hour of the crew choosen. These extensions are then totaled. The cost "Burden of Labor," (workman's compensation, FUTA, Social Security Tax, state unemployemnt and other taxes and labor costs, i.e. health insurance, based upon wadges) as a percentage of the subtotal is added to this total.
* To Print the final cost of labor for your project choose "Print Labor Unit Pricing," from the "FILE" menu.
* Framer_Takeoff TM © BAR/MENU
*Framer_Takeoff TM © FILE
* HELP
1] HELP - An online description of how Framer_Takeoff TM © works, organized by the menu bar and menu choices. Help may be printed by choosing "Print Documentation." This text file is Framer_Takeoff TM © "Help" and "Documentation."
* TOUR FRAMER_TAKEOFF
2] TOUR Framer_Takeoff TM © - Takes the user through each dialog box giving a brief description. The "Framer_Takeoff TM © BAR" is replaced by a "TOUR BAR." By choosing any of these Menu Headings or Group Items the Dialog Box comes up with this explanation found in "HELP." If the User has difficulty following the structure of Framer_Takeoff TM © choose "TOUR Framer_Takeoff TM © from the Framer_Takeoff TM © BAR and from the new TOUR BAR Choose that group item for which an explanation is desired. Note: EXCEL¨ ALLOWS ONLY 6 BAR CHANGES - The choice of "TOUR Framer_Takeoff TM ©" produces three bar changes with every use. If a macro error occurs the the program will have to be quit and restarted to recycle the "Home Bar." An "Alert Box" gives a warning of too many bar changes.
* PRINT QUANTITY SHEETS
3] Print Quantity Sheets - The "Quantity Sheets" are a useful hard copy to take from the Project Plans & Specs the linear feet of various walls, number and sizes of doors & windows, beams, special/misc. lumber, roof, floor and stair dimensions & specifications. Fill in the quantities from the plans and specifications or other data for the particular project to be estimated. When completed, the quantity takeoffs may be entered to the "BUILDING ELEMENT" dialog boxes. Ready to be "TAKENOFF" and calculated. The "Quantity Sheets" are designed on the same format as that of the "BUILDING ELEMENT" dialog box format. This simplifies the entry of data to Framer_Takeoff TM © and will help to eliminate mistakes.
* PRINT DOCUMENTATION
4] Print Documentation - Framer_Takeoff TM © "HELP", the "Quantity Sheets" and a sample materials list are printed out providing a hard copy for study and reference.
* SYSTEM CONFIGURATION
5] System Configuration - This dialog box is useful for adjusting the RAM Mb requirements of Framer_Takeoff TM © to the User's particular system. In addition the dialog boxes may be sized to fit a particular screen size. RAM Mb use is reduced by keeping the CMU macro and worksheets closed, opened upon demand. Framer_Takeoff TM © runs faster on smaller systems with fewer macro and worksheets opened. The actual dialog box dimensions are changed to better fit the particular screen size choosen. If these default screen settings are not adequate the percentage Increase/Decrease method may be used. Percentage changes greater than 10% will be too great. Choose a percentage less than 10%.
* SAVE
6] SAVE - Saves the Active macro/worksheet of Framer_Takeoff TM ©. The entire body of Framer_Takeoff TM © is also saved when quitting. The user may not "Quit/Exit" without saving and recalculating the worksheets. See "Quit/Exit," below.
* ADD TO DATABASE
7] ADD TO DATABASE - There are two methods of adding items to the database. Framer_Takeoff TM © allows the addition of 47 items to the database using "Add to Database." Microsoft Excel¨ provides a utility, "Data Form" for modifying the database. The Excel¨ "Data Form" is capable of redesigning the entire database. Using this utility is the most thorough method of modifying the Database. Although, the format must not be changed, or the Framer_Takeoff TM © formulas will not recognize new or changed items. Framer_Takeoff TM © formulas may NOT be modified. Therefore, it is important not to corrupt the database format. The safest method of modifying the Framer_Takeoff TM © database is by using Framer_Takeoff TM © "Add to Database." Describe an item and ''Add,'' or Choose a Database Item, choose ''Subtract'' to remove it from the database. Because Framer_Takeoff TM © "Add to Database" works in a defined area of 47 lines any corrupted entries will not affect the integrity of the main Database, Framer_Takeoff TM © will function normally. Using Excel¨ "Data Form" operates on the main body of the database. If this data is corrupted Framer_Takeoff TM © will not run properly. Nevertheless, there are two methods of modifying the database. One less versatile "Add to Database" yet safe, the other Excel¨ "Data Form," versatile, dynamic and through misuse capable of corrupting data. If there is a chance for a material mistake, Framer_Takeoff TM © matches most entries with the database before allowing the User to enter the item. If the item is not found in the database the choice of running "Add to Database" or Excel¨ "Data Form" is offered. Otherwise the entry is erased and Framer_Takeoff TM © asks the User to correct the entry.
* $ EDIT PRICING FRAMING
8] $ Edit Pricing Framing - The User may edit material Framing pricing by this choice. The existing prices are copied to a seperate worksheet then may be edited and saved. To rewrite the Framing material pricing the User must choose "$ Rewrite Pricing Framing" under the "FILE" menu. See next choice.
* $ REWRITE PRICING FRAMING
9] $ Rewrite Pricing Framing - When the Framing material pricing has been edited and saved this menu choice rewrites the most recently edited and saved Framing pricing as a permanent change to Framer_Takeoff TM ©.
* PRINT FRAMER_TAKEOFF
10] PRINT FRAMER TAKEOFF - Prints the extracted materials list, the final Project File. Framer_Takeoff TM © chooses the complete materials list regardless of size and prints the Project Data at the top and all the extracted materials. The current date is also computed and printed. The choice to "Print CMU Takeoff" is presented when the "Takeoff CMU" under the "TAKEOFF" macro is run.
* PRINT LABOR UNIT PRICING
11] Print Labor Unit Pricing - This choice prints the Framing Labor Unit Pricing totals from the worksheet module.
* CLEAR ALL DATA
12] CLEAR ALL DATA - Clears the entire set of macro and worksheets, restoring Framer_Takeoff TM © to a completely "Clear" state. The User has the opportunity of clearing the macros and worksheets upon opening Framer_Takeoff TM © with a "New," "Resume" worksheets dialog box. If a mistake has been discovered after a "Building Element" has been "Takenoff" and the User wishes to clear the entire set of macros and worksheets this menu choice can used. If the User wishes to quit and save the macros and worksheets in a cleared state choose "CLEAR ALL DATA" then choose "QUIT." Choosing "QUIT," all data is saved upon closing the macro and worksheets.
* EXIT/QUIT
13] QUIT - Closes the entire program. Framer_Takeoff TM © activates each individual macro and worksheet, calculates, saves and closes; then quits Microsoft Excel¨. This leaves the entire body of work "Saved," "Calculated" and ready for work to be continued upon reopening. Should cleared worksheets be required, choose "Clear All Data" before "Quit." Framer_Takeoff TM © provides the opportunity of resuming work or starting with new (cleared) macro and worksheets upon opening. The "FILE" choice "Save" is a redundant, safeguard menu choice.
* DETAILS/LIST
* PROJECT INFORMATION
1] PROJECT INFORMATION - Provides information to be printed at the top of the "Quantity Sheets" and at the top of the final materials list, "Print Framer_Takeoff TM ©." In addition, the "Project Name/Number" is given as the "File Name" upon quitting Framer_Takeoff TM ©. Microsoft Excel¨ for Windows¨, operating in the DOS environment allows only 8 characters in a File Name. Even though Excel¨ for Macintosh¨ allows more characters in a File Name, Framer_Takeoff TM © truncates all characters greater that 8 in the "Project Name/Number" and gives this "Name", plus ...".XLS" to the file when it is saved, e.g. "12345678.XLS."
* LIST EXT/INT WALLS
2] LIST EXT/INT WALLS - This menu choice corresponds to the 2nd set of entries on the "Quantity Sheets" and the 2nd set of "Dialog Boxes," i.e. "Exterior / Interior Walls." A list of the walls entered prior to being 'Takenoff' is brought to the screen. The "List" menu choices are useful in determining where work was left, that work which has been completed, a double check for correct entries - BEFORE - the item under the "TAKEOFF" menu is choosen. This worksheet may be printed and compared to the "Quantity Sheet" hard copies and or the Project plans and specs.
* LIST CUSTOM WALLS
3] LIST CUSTOM WALLS - This menu choice corresponds to the 3rd set of entries on the "Quantity Sheets" and the 3rd set of "Dialog Boxes," i.e. "Custom Walls." A list of the Custom Walls entered prior to being 'Takenoff' is brought to the screen. The "List" menu choices are useful in determining where work was left, that work which has been completed, a double check for correct entries - BEFORE - the item under the "TAKEOFF" menu is choosen. This worksheet may be printed and compared to the "Quantity Sheet" hard copies and or the Project plans and specs.
* LIST WALL SPECIALS
4] LIST WALL SPECIALS - This menu choice corresponds to the 3rd set of entries on the "Quantity Sheets" and the 3rd set of "Dialog Boxes," i.e. "Wall Specials." A list of the Special Walls entered prior to being 'Takenoff' is brought to the screen. The "List" menu choices are useful in determining where work was left, that work which has been completed, a double check for correct entries - BEFORE - the item under the "TAKEOFF" menu is choosen. This worksheet may be printed and compared to the "Quantity Sheet" hard copies and or the Project plans and specs.
* LIST LUMBER/BEAMS
5] LIST LUMBER/BEAMS - This menu choice corresponds to the 4th set of entries on the "Quantity Sheets" and the 4th set of "Dialog Boxes," i.e. "Specific Lumber/Beams." A list of the "Specific Lumber/Beams" entered prior to being 'Takenoff' is brought to the screen. The "List" menu choices are useful in determining where work was left, that work which has been completed, a double check for correct entries - BEFORE - the item under the "TAKEOFF" menu is choosen. This worksheet may be printed and compared to the "Quantity Sheet" hard copies and or the Project plans and specs.
* LIST FRAME DOORS/WINDOWS
6] LIST FRAME DOORS/WINDOWS - This menu choice corresponds to the 5th set of entries on the "Quantity Sheets" and the 5th set of "Dialog Boxes," i.e."Door/Window Framing" A list of the Frame Doors/Windows entered prior to being 'Takenoff' is brought to the screen. The "List" menu choices are useful in determining where work was left, that work which has been completed, a double check for correct entries - BEFORE - the item under the "TAKEOFF" menu is choosen. This worksheet may be printed and compared to the "Quantity Sheet" hard copies and or the Project plans and specs.
* LIST ROOF/FLOOR FRAMING
7] LIST ROOF/FLOOR FRAMING - This menu choice corresponds to the 6th set of entries on the "Quantity Sheets" and the 6th set of "Dialog Boxes," i.e. "Roof Framing: Joists/Rafters/Jacks, Sheathing." A list of the this material entered prior to being 'Takenoff' is brought to the screen. The "List" menu choices are useful in determining where work was left, that work which has been completed, a double check for correct entries - BEFORE - the item under the "TAKEOFF" menu is choosen. This worksheet may be printed and compared to the "Quantity Sheet" hard copies and or the Project plans and specs.
* JACKS (MEMBERS @ 'N')
8] JACKS (MEMBERS @'N') - This menu choice corresponds to the 6th set of entries on the "Quantity Sheets" and the 6th set, [2nd sub set, i.e. "Members at Position "N,"] of "Dialog Boxes," i.e. "Roof Framing: Joists/Rafters/Jacks, Sheathing;" A list of the jacks, et.al. entered prior to being 'Takenoff' is brought to the screen. The "List" menu choices are useful in determining where work was left, that work which has been completed, a double check for correct entries - BEFORE - the item under the "TAKEOFF" menu is choosen. This worksheet may be printed and compared to the "Quantity Sheet" hard copies and or the Project plans and specs.
* LIST HARDWARE/FASTENERS
9] LIST HARDWARE/FASTENERS - This menu choice corresponds to the 7th set of entries on the "Quantity Sheets" and the 7th set of "Dialog Boxes," i.e. "Hardware/Fasteners." A list of the Hardware/Fasteners entered prior to being 'Takenoff' is brought to the screen. The "List" menu choices are useful in determining where work was left, that work which has been completed, a double check for correct entries - BEFORE - the item under the "TAKEOFF" menu is choosen. This worksheet may be printed and compared to the "Quantity Sheet" hard copies and or the Project plans and specs.
* LIST DATABASE ADDITIONS
10] LIST DBASE ADDITIONS - This menu choice corresponds to the 13th set of choices under the "FILE" menu, i.e. "Add to Database." A list of the Database Additions entered is brought to the screen.
* LIST DATABASE
11] LIST DATABASE - This menu choice lists the entire Framer_Takeoff TM © database. This produces a very large spreadsheet. This data may be scrolled and viewed on screen or printed. This worksheet should not be saved, or kept open. The additional RAM Mb reqired to handle this spreadsheet will cause Framer_Takeoff TM © to run slower.
* BUILDING ELEMENTS
Framing Labor Unit Pricing MODULE INCLUDED WITH Framer_Takeoff TM ©. The Framing Labor Unit Pricing, estimates framing labor by unit areas and linear feet, task hours and average crew costs for various crews. Enter the "QTY" of the unit, edit the "Task Hrs/Unit" if necessary, and Framer_Takeoff TM © multiplies and extends the subtotals per the average cost per crew hour of the crew choosen. This spread sheet is completely editable. The Framing Labor Unit Pricing estimator can be run as a seperate template or a module linked to Framer_Takeoff TM ©. Contact the developer Sonoran Software to obtain this labor estimator seperated from Framer_Takeoff TM ©.
* LABOR UNIT PRICING
1] LABOR UNIT PRICING - When an estimate for labor is required with a material takeoff, choose "Labor Unit Pricing" under the "BUILDING ELEMENTS" menu. Review the crew choices and edit crew wadges. Choose a crew number and enter it as instructed. Scroll up the page and enter unit quantities. Framer_Takeoff TM © automaticaly multiplies unit qunatities, "QTY"; times hours, "Task Hrs/Unit" time in man hours needed to complete the task; times the average cost per crew hour of the crew choosen. These extensions are then totaled. The cost "Burden of Labor," (workman's compensation, FUTA, Social Security Tax, State unemployemnt and other taxes and labor costs, i.e. health insurance, based upon wadges) as a percentage of the subtotal is added to this total. To Print the final cost of labor for your project choose "Print Labor Unit Pricing," from the "FILE" menu.
* EXTERIOR/INTERIOR WALLS
2] EXTERIOR/INTERIOR WALLS - These choices are predesigned "Elements," i.e. construction wall types; a standard 8' wall w/ 2x4's @ 24" O.C., or a standard plumbing wall w/ 2x6's @ 24" O.C., or a 8', ext. or int., round/curved, 2x4 or 2x6 wall (any radius), with studs @ 12" or 8" O.C. If a particular wall type is not found in this set goto the Custom Walls box and create a wall type. To use this box; the User chooses a wall type, checks a material, (no choice, leaving both the "S4S_DOUGLAS FIR" and the "25 GA. METAL STUDS" boxes unchecked will calculate the "default" material, i.e. "Hem-Fir.") enters the length, (total linear feet in the entire project plans and specs) for each wall and chooses "ENTER." 5 entries of exterior walls and 5 entries of interior walls are allowed. If no data is entered into one of either the ext/int wall groups on a particular entry one of the five entries is made blank and lost. For this reason the User should takeoff from the project plans all the linear feet of all wall types and log this data on the "Quantity Sheets." This will allow the minimum of blank entries. Framer_Takeoff TM © calculates the top and bottom plate, chooses treated plate (LF) for all exterior walls. (Interior walls use untreated plate. If treated plate is required at the interior walls the User may choose the "Custom Walls" button and create the wall desired. The "Exterior/Interior Walls" dialog box is Framer_Takeoff TM ©'s fastest and most complete calculator of walls). Framer_Takeoff TM © Doubles the top plate for exterior walls, counts studs for that "Element's" layout, counts framing anchors, (per code - H2.5 every other stud), framing anchor nails, and 16d nails. The approppriate quantity, stud length and plate length (14's), grade and species are then stored on the "Building Element List" worksheet, ready to be taken off under the "TAKEOFF" menu. The User may double check this list by choosing "List Ext/Int Walls" under the "DETAILS/LIST" menu. Once entered this data may not be edited. It may be added to if "Takeoff Ext/Int Walls" has not been executed. The User is reminded that once a choice has been executed under the "TAKEOFF" menu, that choice and the corresponding choice under the "BUILDING ELEMENTS" menu are diasbled, (dimmed). See "TAKEOFF" menu choices below. The User is urged to complete all items under the "BUILDING ELEMENTS" menu, then compare all lists, (printing if necessary) under the "DETAILS/LIST" menu with the "Quantity Sheets," or User's notes, before going to the "TAKEOFF" menu.
* SPECIAL/CUSTOM WALL ELEMENTS
3] SPECIAL/CUSTOM WALL ELEMENTS - The "Special Wall Elements" are a set of predesigned walls, e.g. parapet, rake and the 8" sill plate on a CMU wall. Framer_Takeoff TM © will process as many as five of these "Special Wall Elements." Choose the wall from the group box, enter the total length and "ENTER" the data. If a rake wall is choosen enter the length for that segement of rake wall and the pitch. Framer_Takeoff TM © then calculates the number of studs, each stud's length and determines if is to be cut from an 8', 10,' 12', 14', et.al. If the specifications for the wall cannot be built from stocked material Framer_Takeoff TM © gives the User a warning that the material cannot be found in the database. For rake walls this occurs with long walls with large pitches. As the material is entered Framer_Takeoff TM © calculates the plate and nails in addition to the studs, i.e. all the material needed to build this wall. If it is an exterior wall treated plate is calculated with framing anchors every other stud, top and bottom, and fender washers for bolting the plate to 'J'-bolts. The "default" material is Hem/Fir. That is, the User need not choose a material, Framer_Takeoff TM © chooses the material by default. An alert box appears to provide the choice of S4S-DF. Choose "OK" when this Alert Box appears to change from Hem Fir to Doug Fir. Elements." The "Custom Wall Elements;" should the User need another wall design he may do so by creating the wall, by choosing from the list of material dimensions (some17 choices), adding ANY inches O.C. layout, any height of wall from 8' to 24', (note: if the wall is to be 9' 6" choose 10'), then choose from one of the 8 grades. Choosing the "Create Wall" button enters this wall to the list of "Custom Wall Elements." As long as the "Save Custom Walls" check box remains checked these Custom Walls will remain as choices. The User may create and store up to 15 "Custom Walls" and choose up to 5 entries per session. Future versions of Framer_Takeoff TM © will allow more entries of Custom Walls per session. The calculations made by Framer_Takeoff TM © to Custom Walls produces a number of studs. If double top plate, treated bottom plate and a row of blocking are desired, choose all three of the appropriate check boxes. The check boxes add these items to the wall design. The User may choose any combination of these check boxes. If none are choosen only studs will be calculated. The combined choice of "One plate or row of blocking," allows the User an additional plate choice. Please note that this check box is an "either plate or row of blocking." Once the "Custom Wall" is created and saved, then choosen again from the group box, all check box choices made, and a length in feet entered under the "Custom Wall Elements" set of boxes, choose "ENTER." All lumber and nails or metal and screws for this design of wall will be calculated by Framer_Takeoff TM ©. In order to clear away the "Custom Wall" designs created by the User choose the "Clear All" button. This will not affect any other group boxes except those the User has created. The "Save Custom Walls" check box must be unchecked in order to clear the User's Custom Walls. Remember hte rake wall has not yet been programmed into "Custom Walls." This feature will be added to a future up grade of Framer_Takeoff TM ©.
* SPECIFIC LUMBER/BEAMS
4] SPECIFIC LUMBER/BEAMS - Specific items such as laminated beams, dimensional beams, special beams and joists, or any miscellaneous group or piece of lumber may be added to the final materials inventory with this dialog box. The User may enter the quantity (QTY ea."), thickness ("THK'' "), width ("WTH'' "), length ("LGTH'' ") and material, species and grade ("LUMBER TYPE"). There are twenty different choices of material to choose from. Because laminated beams and TJI's¨ are priced and frequently sold by the linear foot, all laminated beams and TJI¨ grades are entered differently than dimensional lumber. While the quantity, ("QTY ea.") for dimensional lumber will usually be entered by the User as a number greater than 1 and the length will be an appropriate length. The "QTY ea." for a laminated beam or TJI¨ entry is ALWAYS entered as "1." The TOTAL length of that particular beam dimension and material type is entered as the length ("LGTH' "). The "MATERIAL MULTIPLIER" is a useful quantity calculator for multiple pieces at any inch layout. The User again enters a "1" in the "QTY ea." box fills in the balance of data, enters the running feet of a particular layout, the layout inch O.C. spacing; adding nailing points and type of fastener, then chooses "Calculate." Framer_Takeoff TM © then calculates the number of items per layout for the length og "Running Feet" entered.
*For example, the User may be estimating the number of pieces of lumber in a long trellis at an odd inch layout. This calculation is done rapidly with the "MATERIAL MULTIPLIER." In addition the multiplier may be used further to estimate groups of material. Using the above example further, estimating 50 sets of this trellis for an apartment complex. After the quantity is calculated by choosing the "Calculate" button the User may calculate 50 sets of this material by entering 50 into the "RUNNING FT." box and 12", (which is equavilent to 1), in the "LAYOUT" box, and choosing "Calculate." This will calculate the quantity of pieces for 50 trellis, including nails. When the User chooses "ENTER", Framer_Takeoff TM © adds these items to the list of materials being estimated. 17 different groups or items may be entered using the "SPECIFIC LUMBER/BEAMS" menu choice.
* SPECIFIC LUMBER/BEAMS: Laminated Beam and Truss Joist Nomenclature
4a] Laminated Beam and Truss Joist Nomenclature - This Dialog Box is accessible from the SPECIFIC/LUMBER BEAMS dialog box. Items such as laminated beams, micro-lams, TJI trusses and 25ga. metal studs must be entered exactly as they are listed in the database. Excel will not take fractions. Therefore, the names of many of these items have been converted to decimals. For example a 5 1/8" x 24" GLB has been converted to 5.125" x 24" GLB; 3 5/8" metal stud to 3.625" metal stud. When in the SPECIFIC/LUMBER BEAMS dialog box and ready to enter, laminated beams, micro-lams,TJI trusses and 25ga. metal studs choose the "Goto GLB/TJI/25ga. names" button to have Framer_Takeoff TM © put the proper nomenclature in the proper boxes for you. This is done automatically. Then, Framer_Takeoff TM © brings you back to the next step, in the SPECIFIC/LUMBER BEAMS dialog box.
* DOOR/WINDOW FRAMING
5] DOOR/WINDOW FRAMING - This dialog box calculates all the framing associated with door, windows or openings, e.g. headers, trimmers (headers @ 82.5", trimmers = 81"), sills, and cripple studs and compiles quantities into most efficient lengths. The User enters the quantity of each door or window of similar dimensions, in similar wall size, material and header type into the "Qty" box. Then the User enters the width in feet, width in inches, height in feet, height in inches, (enter "0 inches" if the dimension is a whole number), for both doors & windows. Choose a header type. The "Interior non-bearing" check box for a flat 2x header, the "2x built up" check box (a double 2x header for a 2x4 wall or triple 2x header for a 2x6 wall will automatically be calculated when one of the "2x4 wall" or "2x6 wall" check boxes are choosen ), the "Solid beam header" check box produces a solid dimensional header. Using standard framing field 'rules of thumb,' Framer_Takeoff TM © automatically sizes the thickness and width of the header material to accomodate the 2x4 or 2x6 wall check boxes and the span of the opening. If the opening is less than a 4' span the opening generates a 4" high header, i.e. a 4x4 for a solid header in a 2x4 wall. If the opening is greater that a 4' span the opening generates a 6" high header, i.e. a 4x6 for a solid header in a 2x4 wall. Framer_Takeoff TM © sizes headers in this fashion for spans up to 14 foot openings. Larger openings or If there is a question all opening headers/beams should be engineered. *Note the User should read the following CAUTION: WARNING - THE USER MUST DETERMINE THE LOADS CONCENTRATED ON ALL OPENING BEAMS AND HEADERS, AND DETERMINE FOR HIM OR HERSELF THAT THE MATERIAL BEING ESTIMATED IS APPROPRIATLY SIZED FOR THE DESIGN LOADS. BECAUSE OF THE WIDE RANGE OF POSSIBLE DESIGN LOADING, SONORAN SOFTWARE TAKES NO RESPONSIBILITY FOR THE END USE OF THE MATERIALS GENERATED BY Framer_Takeoff TM ©. THE USE OF Framer_Takeoff TM © BINDS THE USER TO THE TERMS OF THE LICENSE AGREEMNENT. PLEASE READ THIS AGREEMENT NOW. SEE "LICENSE AGREEMENT" ABOVE, AND THE "LICENSE AGREEMENT" DIALOG BOX UPON OPENING Framer_Takeoff TM ©. After choosing the header type choose one of the "2x4" or "2x6" check boxes and either one of the material type check boxes, e.g. "S4S-DF" or "25ga. steel" for metal studs. The "default" material is "FRAMING MTL.HF" (Hem_Fir). Donot choose a material to generate Hem_Fir as the framing material. If the User chooses "25ga. steel," a non-bearing material, a flat piece of metal track will be generated for the header. After all data is entered in to its appropriate box choose "ENTER." Framer_Takeoff TM © then calculates all the framing and 16d nails required to frame these doors and windows. Framer_Takeoff TM © will process 22 sets of different types of doors and windows. This is a virtually unlimited quantity. The possible combination of door/window dimensions, header types, wall sized and wall material can possibly use the 22 sets of entries. Although, the User will find that 22 sets are more than adequate. Further, the User should note that trimmer lengths are calculated for header heights of 6'-10 1/2", (headers @ 82.5", trimmers = 81").
* ROOF FRAMING, JOIST/RAFTERS/JACKS, SHEATHING
6] ROOF FRAMING, JOIST/RAFTERS/JACKS, SHEATHING - This is the most useful and time saving, yet complex of Framer_Takeoff TM © dialog boxes. Data is entered and calculated in much the same fashion as the other dialog boxes. All choices and calculations may be made by choosing "Calculate" then "ENTER" in one pass. 35 sets of Common Framing Members may be calculated during one estimating session. Common Framing Members are distinguised from Jacks and Skewed Joists. In addition to the 35 sets of Common Framing Members, 22 sets of Jacks and Skewed Joists may be calculated in one estimating session. One set consists of a group of Roof Rafters of the same material and dimension. Regardless if multiple choices are calculated at once, each set of the same dimension and material constitutes a set. First, all the framing members germaine to one set, to be generated/calculated, and sheathing (/nails) if required, are choosen. The approprite specifications of "RUN/SPAN," "RISE," "PITCH," LAYOUT (in.) O.C.," "LF OF LAYOUT RUN," "O.H./ ..." (overhang) "... "STR WDTH (ft)," "SKEW/STAIR ANGLE;" the thickness "thk," width "wth," and "... GRADE/SPECIES" of material are entered, "Calculated," then "ENTERED." a detailed description of each item on the "ROOF/FLOOR/STAIR FRAMING" dialog box follows, after which, several examples follow. The Number Edit Boxes ("GENERAL INFORMATION"): A- "RUN/SPAN...(feet).." The User enters to the "RUN/SPAN...(feet).." box the 'Span' of Roof or Floor Joists, including 'Skewed Joists', the 'Run' of Stairs, or the 'Run' of 'Common Rafters,' 'Hip' or 'Valley Jacks.' Remember the 'Run' is half the 'Span.' While the 'Span' is the horizontal distance across the section of the building, or wall to wall, usually bearing point to bearing point for joists. The 'Run' of stairs is the horizontal distance across the floor from where they begin to where they end. Of course, Framer_Takeoff TM © adheres to these basic definitions. If they are not followed incorrect calculations will result. Note: in the case of 'Hip and Valley Jacks' the "SPAN" and the "LF OF LAYOUT RUN" must be the same, by the rules of framing valleys and hips. Therefore, Framer_Takeoff TM © will take any entry made to the "LF OF LAYOUT RUN" box and correct it to that which has been entered to the "SPAN" box. This ensures that the 'Hip' or 'Valley' are always calculated at 45*. B- "RISE..(inches)...." Although, Framer_Takeoff TM © always calculates the 'Rise' every time the "Calculate" button is choosen, the User may enter the 'Rise' of roof joists, or rafters to the "RISE..(inches)...." box. If it is not consistant with the 'Pitch' entered to the "PITCH" box, Framer_Takeoff TM © uses the 'Pitch' entered to calculate the 'Rise.' If only the 'Rise' is entered and the 'Pitch' is not entered Framer_Takeoff TM © will calculate the 'Pitch' from the 'Span' or 'Run' and the 'Rise.' If insufficient data is entered to make a calculation Framer_Takeoff TM © alerts the User to this inadequate condition. The "RISE..(inches)...." and "PITCH...." boxes operate in similar fashion. "PITCH...." takes precedent. C- "PITCH...." Although, Framer_Takeoff TM © always calculates the 'Pitch' every time the "Calculate" button is choosen, the User may enter the 'Pitch' of roof joists, or rafters to the "PITCH...." box. If it is not consistant with the 'Rise' entered to the "RISE..(inches)...." box, Framer_Takeoff TM © uses the 'Rise' entered to calculate the 'Pitch.' If only the 'Pitch' is entered and the 'Rise' is not entered Framer_Takeoff TM © will calculate the 'Rise' from the 'Span' or 'Run' and the 'Pitch.' If insufficient data is entered to make a calculation Framer_Takeoff TM © alerts the User to this inadequate condition. The "RISE..(inches)...." and "PITCH...." boxes operate in similar fashion. "PITCH...." takes precedent. D- "LAYOUT (in.) O.C. ..." The User enters to this box the spacing between framing memebrs, i.e. the spacing on center (O.C.) between Joists, Rafters or Jacks. Upon choosing the "Calculate" button, this number taken with the "LF OF LAYOUT RUN..." calculates the quantity of framing members and enters it into the "qty" box. This calculation need not be done as an individual step. All choices and calculations may be made by choosing "Calculate" after all data is entered. The 'Layout' is also used to calculate nails for sheathing if the "Sheathing" check box is choosen. E- "LF OF LAYOUT RUN..." This distance is the length of the run of the particular set of framing members currently being calculated. This is the full distance of the 'Layout' spacing of the framing set. This distance is also the corresponding leg of the right triangle used to calculate 'Hip' and 'Valley Jacks.' It is mentioned in; A- "RUN/SPAN...(feet).." above. F- "O.H./STR WDTH (ft)..." This box is used for a combination of data entries, e.g. the overhang "O.H." at the eave of a roof or the overhang of a floor deck, and the width of stairs. If the "Stairs" check box is choosen Framer_Takeoff TM © uses this box data to calculate the total length of stair treads and risers. If the "Stair" box is not checked and one or more of the "Common/Joists," or "Hip Jacks," or "Valley Jacks," or "Ridge," or "Hip," or "Valley," or "Skewed Joists," or "Skewed/Pitched Joists" are checked Framer_Takeoff TM © calculates the additional overhang, "O.H." length into the total member length. If the roof is pitched this additional overhang length is multiplied by the equavilent Common Rafter pitch factor. The ridge length is increased by this overhang length. If the Gable End overhang is less than the Rafter/Joist overhang the "Ridge" should be calculated alone with the proper overhang. If the User wishes to calculate the Ridge at the same time with Common Rafters or Joists and there is a difference in overhang Framer_Takeoff TM © uses the overhang given to the Common Rafters or Joists. This allows for faster computation of sets of material and uses fewer entry slots, although, this method produces slightly more material. Hips and Valleys are increased by the additional overhang length; multiplied by the equavilent Hip or Valley pitch factor. G- "SKEW/STAIR ANGLE..." This box is also used for a combination of data entries, e.g. the obtuse angle (>90* & <180*) of Skewed Joists and the angle Stairs. With entry obtuse in "SKEW/STAIR ANGLE" box, additional data must be entered "LF OF LAYOUT RUN" "LAYOUT (in.) O.C. ...", "RUN/SPAN...(feet)..." boxes.
* MEMBERS @ POSITION "N"
7) MEMBERS @ POSITION "N" - When the "Calculate" button is choosen Framer_Takeoff TM © calculates the entries and takes the User to the "MEMBERS @ POSITION "N" LENGTH" dialog box. At this point the distance, (in the case of Skewed Joists, the O.C. layout spacing, e.g. 16" or 24") to the start of the first Skewed Joist must be entered. When the "Calculate" button is choosen Framer_Takeoff TM © takes the shortest joist, that has been entered as the Span and calculates the additional length of each next Joist. The complete set of Joist lengths are then returned with the "MEMBERS @ POSITION "N" LENGTH" dialog box. The Skewed Joists may then be entered. More information about the"MEMBERS @ POSITION "N" LENGTH" dialog box is provided below. Future upgrades of Framer_Takeoff TM © will calculate Acute angle Skewed Joists. The "Skewed/Pitched" Joist check box is similar to "Skewed Joists" with the additional calculations given by the Pitch. The stair angle is similar in function to the Rise and Pitch calculations. Given the Run and Rise of the stairs Framer_Takeoff TM © automatically calculates the stair angle. The Stair Run and Pitch take precedents. If the Pitch is not entered and the Stair Run and Rise are entered Framer_Takeoff TM © calculates the pitch and the angle of the stairs. Framer_Takeoff TM © analyses the stair angle. If a problem calculating treads and risers, within accepted tolerances is anticipated, Framer_Takeoff TM © returns the message: "Stair Run &/or Rise does not conform to ICBO Standards,i.e. 4''-7'' Riser, >=11'' Tread; ..." The stair angle should fall between: "...{Å<30*>20*}...". Even though a set of stair calculations may appear to be discordant with standards Framer_Takeoff TM © will countine with the stair calculations if the User chooses "Cancel" after the alert box appears. In order to change the Stair Angle the User must delete the existing entry in the "SKEW/STAIR ANGLE" box and the existing entry in the "PITCH" box, and modify the existing entries in the "RUN/SPAN...(feet)..." and "RISE...(inches)..." boxes. The "PITCH..." and "SKEW/STAIR ANGLE..." boxes are then recalculated. At this point the usaer may review the stair angle to determine if the treads and risers are within accepted norms. The Check Boxes ("Roof/Floor members"): I) "Common/Joists"; This check box calculates quantities and lengths of Common Rafters and Roof and Floor Joists, per the entries in the Number Edit Boxes. II) "Hip Jacks"; This check box calculates quantities and lengths of Roof Hip Jacks, per the entries in the Number Edit Boxes. III) "Valley Jacks"; This check box calculates quantities and lengths of Roof Valley Jacks, per the entries in the Number Edit Boxes. IV) "Cripple Jacks"; This check box calculates quantities and lengths of Roof Cripple Jacks, per the data entries supplied by the User. Framer_Takeoff TM © does not calculate Cripple Jacks. With too few per roof and too many variables this item may be added to a future upgrade. V) "Ridge"; This check box calculates quantities and lengths of the Roof Ridge, per the entries in the Number Edit Boxes. If the Ridge distance is greater that 24' Framer_Takeoff TM © breaks the ridge into quantities of 16' pieces. VI) "Hip"; This check box calculates quantities and lengths of Roof Hips, per the entries in the Number Edit Boxes. VII) "Valley"; This check box calculates quantities and lengths of Roof Valleys, per the entries in the Number Edit Boxes. VIII) "Cricket Jacks"; This check box calculates quantities and lengths of Roof Cricket Jacks, per the entries in the Number Edit Boxes. IX) "Skewed Joists"; This check box calculates quantities and lengths of Roof and Floor Skewed Joists, per the entries in the Number Edit Boxes. X) "Skewed/Pitched Joists"; This check box calculates quantities and lengths of Roof and Floor Skewed/Pitched Joists, per the entries in the Number Edit Boxes. Choosing this check box adds pitch to Skewed Joists. XI) "Stairs"; This check box calculates quantities and lengths of Stair stringers, risers and treads, per the entries in the Number Edit Boxes. XII) "Rippers"; This check box calculates quantities and lengths of Roof Joist Rippers, per the entries in the Number Edit Boxes. XIII) "Sheathing"; This check box calculates quantities and lengths of Roof, Floor and Shear Paneled Wall Sheathing, per the entries in the Number Edit Boxes. The option calculating nailing comes with the choice of this check box. Linked List/Number Edit Boxes ("DIMENSION/GRADE/SPECIES") > "qty"... The "qty" number edit box is generally self calculating, with the exception of Cripple Jacks. The User will add the data to this box in order to enter Cripple Jack data. Upon entering data to the other number edit and check boxes, then choosing "Calculate" Framer_Takeoff TM © calculates the quantity of the choosen set of materials. >> "thk"... The "thk" number edit box is User entered data. The User will add the data to this boxes per the thickness of material to be generated for the set being calculated. This box combines entries with the width dimension of Sheathing, see Example 1 below. >>> "wth"... The "wth" number edit box is User entered data. The User will add the data to this boxes per the width of material to be generated for the set being calculated. This box combines entries with the length dimension of Sheathing, see Example 1 below. >>>> "lgth"... The "lgth" number edit box is generally self calculating, with the exception of Cripple Jacks. The User will add the data to this box in order to enter Cripple Jack data. Upon entering data to the other number edit and check boxes, then choosing "Calculate" Framer_Takeoff TM © calculates the quantity of the choosen set of materials. Framer_Takeoff TM © calculates lengths, taking into account, overhang and Pitch factors for the Pitch factors for the Hip and Valley. This box combines entries with the thickness dimension of Sheathing, see Example 1 below. >>>>> Linked List Box ... This box provides a choice of 29 Grade and Species/Materials. Unlike the "SPECIFIC LUMBER/BEAMS" dialog box, Laminated beams and TJI¨'s are treated in similar fashion, i.e. the quantity and length are entered in the same fashion as dimensional lumber. Framer_Takeoff TM © consolidates these material items into linear feet after being entered. A list of actual Laminated Beam and TJI¨ quantities and lengths may be viewed and printed by choosing "List Roof/Floor Framing" and/or "List Jacks (Members @ 'N')" under the "DETAILS/LIST" menu. Multiple Edit (check) boxes: More than one check box choice may be calculated at one time. The User must check only those boxes germaine to the set of data entered to the number edit boxes. The following groups of multiple choices may be calculated at one time: i- "Common/Joists," "Ridge," "Sheathing" (nailing). Note: if the Ridge is to be built of a different material it will have to be entered seperately. ii- "Hip Jacks," "Hip," "Sheathing" (nailing). Note: if the Hip is to be built of a different material it will have to be entered seperately. iii- "Valley Jacks," "Valley," "Sheathing" (nailing). Note: if the Valley is to be built of a different material it will have to be entered seperately. iv- "Cricket Jacks," "Sheathing" (nailing). v- "Skewed Joists," "Ridge," "Sheathing" (nailing). Note: if the Ridge is to be built of a different material it will have to be entered seperately. vi- "Skewed/Pitched Joists," "Ridge," "Sheathing" (nailing). Note: if the Ridge is to be built of a different material it will have to be entered seperately. If the "Sheathing" check box is choosen for a given set of framing members, Framer_Takeoff TM © calculates the framing members, then gives the User a choice to continue with Sheathing and returns to the "ROOF/FLOOR/STAIR FRAMING" dialog box. At this point new data pertaining to sheathing is entered. After "Sheathing" is calculated the User is given the choice of calculating nailing for the Sheathing entered. If the User chooses to calculate nailing the "FRAMING HARDWARE/FASTENERS" dialog box appears and the User then enters the appropriate nailing data. See: "FRAMING HARDWARE/FASTENERS" below. Framer_Takeoff TM © Provides a useful Inches to Decimals of Feet and Fractions of Inches to Decimals, calculator. Because all data entered to the "ROOF FRAMING, JOIST/RAFTERS/JACKS, SHEATHING" dialog box, must be entered as integers and decimals.
*ROOF FRAMING, JOIST/RAFTERS/JACKS, SHEATHING
* EXAMPLES ----- ROOF FRAMING, JOIST/RAFTERS/JACKS,
* SHEATHING EXAMPLE
1: Calculate the quantity and length of a set of Common Roof Rafters, the Ridge, including Sheathing and Nailing, for a 6:12 pitched roof, with a span of 30 ft., Rafters @ 24" O.C., with a 'Layout Run' of 45 ft, with a 2' overhang, 2x12 ROUGH-DF. 1)- Enter the Run, (1/2 the Span of the building) in the "RUN/SPAN...(feet)..." number edit box, i.e. 15' 2)- The "RISE..(inches)..." box may be left for Framer_Takeoff TM © to calculate. 3)- Enter the Roof Pitch in the "PITCH..." box, i.e. 6 for 6:12. 4)- Enter the Rafter Layout in the "LAYOUT (in.) O.C...." box, i.e. 24 for 24" O.C. 5)- Enter the distance down the wall where this set of Rafters will be installed, (first Rafter to last Rafter) in the "LF OF LAYOUT RUN..." box, i.e. 45 for 45 ft. Note: Framer_Takeoff TM © divides the Layout Run by the Layout Spacing and adds one Rafter to the end for the last Rafter. 6)- Enter the Rafter Overhang in the "O.H./STR WDTH (ft)..." box, i.e. 2 for 2 ft of overhang. 7)- Make no entries in the "SKEW/STAIR ANGLE..." box. This is not germaine to this set of framing members. 8)- Check the "Rafters/Joists" check box. 9)- Check the "Ridge" check box. 10)- Check the "Sheathing" check box. 11)- Make no quantity entries in the "qty" box. Framer_Takeoff TM © calculates the quantity. 12)- Enter the Roof Rafter thickness in the "thk" box, i.e. 2 for the 2 of 2x12. 13)- Enter the Roof Rafter width in the "wth" box, i.e. 12 for the 12 of 2x12. 14)- Make no quantity entries in the "lgth" box. Framer_Takeoff TM © calculates the length using the Roof Pitch Factor including the overhang. 15)- Scroll down the Linked List Box and find the Roof Rafter Grade/Species and choose this material for the "GRADE/SPECIES" Linked List Box, i.e. choose "ROUGH_DF" for the Roof Rafter material. 16)- Choose and "click" with the mouse the "Calculate" button next to "ENTER" at the bottom of the dialog box. 17)- Framer_Takeoff TM © calculates all the data and returns: a 90" Rise in the "RISE..(in.)..." box, 24 pieces in the "qty" box and a total rafter length of 18.77' in the "lgth" box. Barge Fascia is not calculated. Usually Barge Fascia is a different material. These must be entered seperately. 18)- Choose "ENTER" and the dialog box screen 'refreshes.' During this time Framer_Takeoff TM © is entering this set of Roof Rafters to the first of 35 possible entries, and enters the Roof Ridge as a seperate entry set. The (45ft+2ft O.H.+2ft O.H.=47'/16' =2.94 pcs), Roof Ridge is broken into 2.94, (plus cripples) 16' 2x12's ROUGH-DF pieces, plus material for cripples = 3.19 pcs. Note: if the Ridge is to be built of a different material it will have to be entered seperately and not checked. The Roof Rafters are rounded up to the next most efficient dimensional lumber length. In this case the 18.77ft Roof Rafters have been roumded up to 20 ft. To ensure that a particular material is not entered in an unrealistic fashion, e.g. 28 ft lengths of dimensional lumber, Framer_Takeoff TM © Matches the Database,' searches the database to make sure the entry is listed. If no match is found the entry is deleted, an alert message is given that, the material is not in the database, and the choice of adding the material to the database or returning to the "ROOF FRAMING, JOIST/RAFTERS/JACKS, SHEATHING" dialog box, for corrections, is given. A rafter longer than stocked material will have to be entered in the "SPECIFIC LUMBER/BEAMS" dialog box, and broken into pieces of stocked lengths. 19)- The "Sheathing" check box has been checked. An alert box appears asking if the User wishes to calculate sheathing? Then choose "OK." 20)- The "ROOF FRAMING, JOIST/RAFTERS/JACKS, SHEATHING" dialog box 'refreshes' with all data boxes containing the original entry data. The "qty" and "lgth" boxes have been cleared. A 4 has been entered into the "thk" box and a 8 has been entered into the "wth" box for 4 X 8 sheathing. 21)- The user merely enters the thickness of the plywood sheathing, (Framer_Takeoff TM © calculates only plywood for sheathing. Future upgrades will calculate additional materials.) as a decimal of an inch into the "lgth" box, i.e. enter the decimal .5 for 1/2" plywood. 22)- A plywood Sheathing material is choosen from the 'GRADE/SPECIES" Linked List Box, i.e. choose CDX 5 PLY. 23)- Make no quantity entries in the "qty" box, Framer_Takeoff TM © calculates the "qty" box. 24)- Choose "Calculate" and the dialog box screen returnes with the qunatity of 27.57 sheets. Then choose "Enter." Framer_Takeoff TM © enters the quantity of sheathing. The entry of 27.57 sheets of 1/2", 5ply CDX, plywood, {the math: (45+2)X(18.77)=882.19/32=27.57} of plywood is made. 25)- An alert box appears asking if the User wishes to calculate nailing? Choose "OK." Note: see the "FRAMING HARDWARE/FASTENERS" dialog box section below for additional hardware/fastener explanations. 26)- The "FRAMING HARDWARE/FASTENERS" dialog box appears with this set's Layout automatically entered into the "LY" OC" number edit box and this set's square foot Area automatically entered into the "LfSf" number edit box. Framer_Takeoff TM © has already choosen "NAILS/FASTENERS/MISC." from the Left Linked List Box and 'listed' "NAILS/FASTENERS/MISC." in the Right Linked List Box. 27)- Choose the "Item" of nails, in the Right Linked List box, to be used with this set's sheathing, i.e. choose "8d-LBS.:GREEN VYNAL SINKERS." This selection is then listed in the lnked "DESCRIPTION" box. 28)- Go to the first number edit box at the middle left of "FRAMING HARDWARE/FASTENERS" dialog box, "Edge" and enter the Edge Nailing pattern for the sheathing, i.e. enter 6, a 6" edge nail pattern will be used for this set's sheathing. 29)- Go to the next (second) number edit box, "Fld" and enter the Field Nailing pattern for the sheathing, i.e. enter 12, a 12" field nail pattern will be used for this set's sheathing. 30)- The next two boxes (third and forth), "LY"OC" and "LFSF" have been automatically entered, e.g. 24 for the 24 in. O.C. layout and 882.19 for this set's area. Framer_Takeoff TM © now has enough information to calculate the quantity of each nail for this set"s sheathing. Now, with the mouse, "click" the "CALC NAIL QTY" button. The screen 'refreshes' and returns the quantity of nails into the fifth number edit box, "QTY Ea." 31)- With the nail "Item" choosen, use the mouse, and calculate this type of nail's quantity of pounds by "clicking" the "CALC lbs-Nails." The screen will 'refresh' returning the quantity of pounds of this type of nails to the sixth number edit box,"QTY:lbs-pcs." 32)- Finally, choose "ENTER." This enters this set's quantity of pounds of sheathing nails to the hardware list. Pounds of a particular type of nail are accumulated and extracted for the entire project in qunatities of 50# boxes or pounds of nails. All materials are treated in a similar fashion. 33)- Framer_Takeoff TM © clears all Number Edit boxes, Multiple Edit (check) boxes, Linked List boxes and special macro boxes used to process the set's data. Framer_Takeoff TM © returns the message; "CHOOSE ANOTHER ITEM FROM THE MENU BAR." and the process may be repeated in a similar fashion. When the 35 Framing Member slots are full Framer_Takeoff TM © returns the message; "STOP 'ROOF FRAMING' IS FULL." When this message occurs the "Roof Framing: Joists/Rafters/Jacks, Sheathing" choice under the "BUILDING ELEMENTS" menu is disabled by dimming. 34)- This material may be 'takenoff' by choosing "Takeoff Roof Framing/Sheathing" and "Takeoff Hardware/Fasteners" under the "TAKEOFF" menu. 35)- Finally a list of these materials may be 'extracted' from the database by choosing "Extract Framing/Hardware" under the "TAKEOFF" menu. This is the end of this example. It should be noted that when; "Takeoff Roof Framing/Sheathing," "Takeoff Hardware/Fasteners," and "Extract Framing/Hardware" under the "TAKEOFF" menu are choosen no more entries may be made for these groups of Building Elements. These menu choices are disabled by dimming.
* HARDWARE/FASTENERS
8] HARDWARE/FASTENERS - All hardware and fasteners are organized first, in a group box. The group box containes: NAILS/FASTENERS/MISC., FRAMING ANCHORS, LUMBER JOIST HANGERS, TJI¨ JOIST HANGERS, GLB SADDLES, HINGES & BEAM HANGERS AND BOLTS & LAG SCREWS. To review/find a specific piece of hardware or fastener, first choose its' group classification. Then choose the "List" button. Framer_Takeoff TM © searches the database for that group and displays the list of items for that group in the "Item" group box. Next, the User chooses the specific hardware/fastener "Item" to be estimated. next goto the number edit row of boxes below the group boxes. A- "Edge," the first number edit box "Edge" is used for calculating edge nailing on a piece of 4x8 material. This is usually used for sheathing edge nailing. Edges which fall on joist surfaces only are taken into account with the third number edit box "LY" OC." This adds edge nailing for that edge at the spacing of the joist/framing member layout, instead of the edge nailing layout. See item "C" below. If edge nailing is not germaine to the calculation at at hand enter nothing in this box, otherwise enter the distance O.C. between fasteners at the edge of the sheathing. The "°" symbol denotes the combination of edge and field nailing. B- "Fld" the second number edit box Fld" is used for calculating field nailing on a piece of 4x8 material. This is usually used for sheathing field nailing. Field nailing is calculated as it falls on sheathing over joist/framing memebr surfaces only. This nailing is taken into account with the third number edit box "LY" OC." This determines the frequency of the field nailing spacing between fastener, for the layout spacing of the joists/framing member in number edit box "LY" OC," see next item, "C." The "@" sign denotes the edge and field nailing 'at' the indicated layout. C- "LY" OC" the third number edit box "LY" OC" is used to describe the "LY" layout in " inches, "O.C." on center. This number edit box is used for not only the layout for joists/framing members found below sheathing but for the layout (frequency) of any and all fasteners to be calculated by the FRAMING HARDWARE/FASTENERS dialog box. Always enter the layout in inches on center. The "/" sign denotes the edge and field nailing at the layout specified 'per' or for the area or linear feet indicated. D- "LFSF" the fourth number edit box "LFSF" describes either the area or the linear feet being used to calculate fasteners. The Å sign denotes the quantity of that particular fastener needed for the specifications entered. If the edge and field boxes have entries and nail quantities are to be calculated the User will next choose the "CALC NAIL QTY " trigger button. This subtotal is shown in the next number edit box "QTY Ea." If the User is calculating hardware only and the edge nailing box is blank the User will next choose the "CALC PCS HDWR" trigger button. This total is shown in the next number edit box "QTY Ea." E- "QTY Ea" the fifth number edit box "QTY Ea" gives the calculated quantity of pieces of nails, fasteners, or hardware. This box is always calculated by Framer_Takeoff TM ©. Many types of hardware and fasteners are sold by the quantity each. Because nails are sold by the pound the next number edit box displays the calculated pounds of nails from the "QTY Ea" box. To calculate pounds of nails the User chooses the "CALC lbs-Nails" trigger button. The weight of the type of nail being calculated must be choosen from the "Item" group box before it's weight will be calculated. The "=" sign denotes the qunatity in pounds or pieces calculated. F- "QTY:lbs-pcs" the sixth number edit box "QTY:lbs-pcs" describes the final quantity in terms of weight/pounds or each item. This is the final amount of the particular item of hardware or fastener to be entered to the database. G- "DESCRIPTION" the last box, group list box, "DESCRIPTION" is the "Item" choosen by the User from the group box. When the final totals for a particular item are calculated the User chooses "ENTER." Items of hardware and fasteners may be accumulated. The totals will be added together when "Takeoff Hardware/Fasteners" is choosen from the "TAKEOFF" menu, (see below).
* TAKEOFF
* TAKEOFF EXT/INT WALLS
1] TAKEOFF EXT/INT WALLS - This choice tabulates and consolidates all data entries, (linear feet of a particular wall) for Exterior and Interior Walls and calculates quantities for all the materials designed into the Ext./Int. Wall Building Elements choosen, e.g. for a wood framed wall; treated plate, top plate, studs, 16d nails, framing anchors, framing anchor nails, j-bolt washers, pins and loads; for a metal stud wall; track, metal studs, screws, pins and loads.
* TAKEOFF CUSTOM WALLS
2] TAKEOFF CUSTOM WALLS - This choice tabulates and consolidates all data entries, (linear feet of a particular wall) for the Custom Walls created by the User. Quantities are calculated for all the materials designed into the Custom Walls choosen, e.g. for a wood framed Custom Wall; treated plate, top plate, blocking and studs are calculated; for a metal stud wall; track, studs, framing screws, loads and pins are calculated.
* TAKEOFF WALL SPECIALS
3] TAKEOFF WALL SPECIALS - This choice tabulates and consolidates all data entries, linear feet of a particular Special Wall. calculates quantities for all the materials designed into the Special Wall Building Elements choosen, e.g. for a wood framed rake wall; top plate, raked stud lengths and16d nails.
* TAKEOFF LUMBER/BEAMS
4] TAKEOFF LUMBER/BEAMS - This choice tabulates and consolidates all data entries, quantities of dimensional beams, lumber and linear feet of laminated beams, TJI's¨, including all other materials entered. This Lumber/Beams is capable of drawing from most of the framing inventory found in the Framer_Takeoff TM © database, including some nails and screws. All material quantities are consolidated.
* TAKEOFF DOOR/WINDOW FRMG
5] TAKEOFF DOOR/WINDOW FRMG - This choice tabulates and consolidates all data entries, quantities of dimensional headers, built-up headers, trimmers, cripples, sill and all framing lumber needed for the construction of the quantities of doors and windows entered.
* TAKEOFF ROOF FRAMING/SHEATHING
6] TAKEOFF ROOF FRAMING/SHEATHING - This choice tabulates and consolidates all data entries, quantities of dimensional lumber, TJI's¨, laminated beams, plywood sheathing, etc. for joists, rafters, valleys, hips, ridge, stringers, risers, treads, sheathing and nails.
* TAKEOFF JACKS/SKEWED JOISTS
7] TAKEOFF JACKS/SKEWED JOISTS - This choice tabulates and consolidates all data entries, quantities of dimensional lumber, TJI's¨, laminated beams for jacks, cripples, crickets, and skewed joists. Lengths for these framing members vary by their nature. Framer_Takeoff TM © sorts these lengths into the best usage for stocked lumber lengths.
* TAKEOFF HARDWARE/FASTENERS
10] TAKEOFF HARDWARE/FASTNERS - This choice tabulates and consolidates all data entries, quantities of hardware and fasteners produced.
* EXTRACT FRAMING/HARDWARE
11] EXTRACT FRAMING/HARDWARE - This choice extracts all combined, converted, and calculated data from the framing and hardware inventory database by calculating the balance of formulas and then extracting the databsae.
* FUTURE ADDITIONS & UPGRADES
A) COMMERCIAL ELEMENTS - ESTIMATING PANELIZED ROOFING, e.g. LAMINATED BEAMS, PURLINS, SUB-PURLINS, HANGERS, SHEATHING AND NAILING. INCLUDING METAL STUDS, RAISED PLATFORMS, ETC. B) CUSTOM BUILDING ASSEMBLY - ACCOMODATING A MANSARD/PARAPET/SOFFIT FRAMING ASSEMBLY UNIT. THE "SPECIFIC LUMBER/BEAMS 'RUNNING FEET/LAYOUT" FEATURE AND THE "SPECIAL/CUSTOM WALLS" FEATURE WILL BE COMBINED TO CREAT CUSTOM ASSEMBLIES.