RAM Structural System Help

Layout > Braces menu

Note: The Layout > Braces menu items are only available in Elevation mode.
Menu Item Description
Add Standard Opens the Add <material> Braces - Standard Profile dialog, which is used to graphically layout Standard brace configuration for a braced frame.
Add Special Opens the Add <material> Braces - Special Profile dialog, which is used to graphically layout User Defined brace configuration for a braced frame.
Delete Opens a dialog which is used to delete one or more braces from the model.
Change Properties Opens the Change <material> Brace Properties Mode dialog, which is used to change brace properties
Change Material Opens the Change <material> Brace Material Mode dialog, which is used to change brace materials
Show Prompts you to select a brace and then opens the Brace Show Mode dialog, which is used to show the properties and location of a brace.
Assign Frame Fixity Opens the Assign Frame Brace Fixity dialog, which is used to assign end fixity conditions to braces.
Assign Size Opens the Assign <material> Brace Size Mode dialog, which is used to assign a size to one or more braces.