5.2 Creating Hip Trusses

Description

This module demonstrates how to add trusses to create a step down hip system. The video covers creating a 2-ply hip girder with a 6' setback, adding corner sets, and creating truss runs to place end jacks.

Objectives

• Demonstrate how to insert a 2-ply truss with a 6' setback.

• Explain how to use Snapping Distance to define specific truss placement.

• Demonstrate how to Create Corner Sets to automatically place corner jack and corner girder trusses.

• Create a run of end jack trusses carried by a hip girder.

Additional Resources

• Training Plan 3 accessible from Choose/Create Project > OPEN SAMPLE

Learning Activity

Watch video and follow along within the Paragon Design App.