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advantage over manual design and detailing of the
structure.
Hips and Valleys are generally more economical if
symmetrical (45º), rather than skewed.
The ability to utilize the pre-defined shapes in VP
Command minimizes the input for the project.
Custom shapes can be input as required.
Starting Eave Height for Clearances in VP
Command
Many projects require a minimum or specified
clearance under the frame of the building.
To get the dimension that is required is a “trial
and error” procedure. There are various ways to achieve
the required frame clearance on a Building using VP
Command. Use the following chart to determine an
additional dimension to add to the required clear
dimension to get a starting eave height dimension when
inputting the job into VP Command. Once the job is run,
review the clear dimension designed and make and
adjustments as needed. Rerun the job until you are
satisfied with the dimensions.
Another method is to specify the depth of the
rafter that will yield the required clearance. This method
will usually result in a non-competitive (pricewise) design
if you restrict the depth less than the program chooses.
Input the job and transfer the project for Interactive
Frame Design (IA) assistance with a note in the “frames
note” section describing what you want. The designer
will attempt to design the frame for what is required and
return the frame to you based on the starting eave
height you have input.
Request assistance from your VP Service Team
to help determine the correct eave height to satisfy the
requirements.
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