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  • Releasenotes R15

  • Releasenotes R15

    Index Index 2

    1 CADISON Common 8

    1.1 New function 8 1.1.1 Online error checking when changing tag number manually 8 1.1.2 Show catalogs as per project specific unit system. 8 1.1.3 Input Form Designer 8 1.1.4 Revision creator and revision date attributes in drawings 8 1.1.5 Send documents directly as e-mail 8

    1.2 Change (of existing function) 8 1.2.1 Output in case of CCC-check 8 1.2.2 Option for activating old Tree-scroll function removed 8 1.2.3 Object name of files which are inserted by Drag and Drop 9 1.2.4 Allocating catalog items to objects with sub-elements 9 1.2.5 Re-calculation option for revising several objects 9 1.2.6 Editing the graphic entry used in ObjectEdtior 9 1.2.7 Calculation of JOINTYPECALC_INT with JOINTYPE_EXn_INT changed 9 1.2.8 Using ghost script 10 1.2.9 Displaying CADISON-Version number in Designer after updating with an Update 10 1.2.10 Supporting Undo in Extra->Remove link 10 1.2.11 Filter for displaying ObjectManager adjusted in PID 10 1.2.12 Identification of undefined values for units-properties 10 1.2.13 Invoking of Translation-Dialog with F2 with catalog entries and selection lists 10 1.2.14 SAP-Menu at Project-Object level 10 1.2.15 Translating LFF-Properties with F2 11 1.2.16 Setting the calculation date in pressure equipment module while classifying into Type.3 Sec.3 11 1.2.17 Protocol for translation function 11 1.2.18 Create task container from table on the basis of individual object 11 1.2.19 Filtering the available graphic entries in ObjectManager 11 1.2.20 Optimal column width feature 11 1.2.21 Removing an object link with Drag and Drop in Tree 12 1.2.22 Change document / issue state in cancelled revision 12 1.2.23 Wiring list report template removed 12

    1.3 Bugfix 12 1.3.1 Fixed issue in createPDF function 12 1.3.2 Fixed issue with Report template path 12 1.3.3 Title for Reassign Drawing... file selection dialog 12 1.3.4 Increment Revision Manually Dialog 13 1.3.5 German text in English template object 13 1.3.6 Memory error in Drag and Drop in Tree 13 1.3.7 Updating property list in ObjectInspector/-Editor while changing dynamic properties 13 1.3.8 Changing a file name with button 13 1.3.9 Eliminating 0 decimal points 13 1.3.10 Name for MPDOCUFILE catalog property is missing 13 1.3.11 Memotext-Editor cannot be opened from Fill and Number... 13 1.3.12 Crash while accessing Selector after using certain functions 14 1.3.13 Checking opened files while updating reports 14 1.3.14 Memory error after using translation dialog with F2 14 1.3.15 Large logical.log file while using Global Project Insert 14 1.3.16 Reset SAP-data fields after editing an object 14 1.3.17 Narrow cells in the table are not updated 14 1.3.18 Improvement of File Name handling 14 1.3.19 Automatic file extension appended in Create report 14 1.3.20 Updating structured view Top 5 list after structured view is modified 15 1.3.21 Designer is getting hanged after highlighting object from Objects with same catalog entry dialog. 15 1.3.22 Removing subordinate document groups 15 1.3.23 Table is scrolled leftwards in activated splitter 15 1.3.24 Save configuration and Load configuration not working properly in PDM 15 1.3.25 Opening the correct help page from TaskContainer and LogicAnalyser Container windows 15 1.3.26 Checking opened files while updating reports 15 1.3.27 Crash in CADISON after assigning a catalog item 15 1.3.28 Project path is not checked in Working copy - Copy objects 16 1.3.29 Role management and project status 16 1.3.30 ObjectInspector and objects, which do not have favorites 16

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    1.3.31 Drag and Drop external files on the existing files 16 1.3.32 Rename file function does not update the display of the document 16 1.3.33 Incorrect command name in context menu for setting the standard graphic entry 16 1.3.34 Representation problem in Tree in Drag and Drop 16 1.3.35 Error while changing a column width in active splitter 16 1.3.36 Corrected typing error in English table-context menu 17 1.3.37 Fixed issue in CSV import. 17 1.3.38 Linking several IF-instructions in object model with + 17 1.3.39 Fixed issue with document group combo in Report dialog and Isogen dialog 17 1.3.40 Attach existing file... function 17

    2 PDM 17

    2.1 Bugfix 17 2.1.1 Crash while copying elements in user administration 17

    3 Engineer 18

    3.1 New function 18 3.1.1 Report query wizard 18 3.1.2 Expansion in Organize project 18

    3.2 Change (of existing function) 18 3.2.1 Editing the object types displayed in ObjectManager 18 3.2.2 Changed workflow for configure view 18

    3.3 Bugfix 18 3.3.1 Fixed issue in Fill and numbering on locked objects. 18 3.3.2 Reverted changelist 34456 to fix issue of overallping controls of message box 19 3.3.3 Added event handlers for three check boxes in object editor 19 3.3.4 Menu bar in ProjectEngineer is not shown correctly 19 3.3.5 Set as default graphic entry...command in ObjectManager 19 3.3.6 Hanging ProjectEngineer while opening Logic Analyzer command from Extras menu 19 3.3.7 Fixed crash in edit document group form 19 3.3.8 Fixed issue in import of def files for properties having formula and unit specified 19 3.3.9 Fixed issue in xml import of properties with Date as attribute type. 19 3.3.10 Updating Objektinspector window 20

    4 Designer Common 20

    4.1 New function 20 4.1.1 Continue line command 20 4.1.2 MPL Style Definitions in Imperial units 20 4.1.3 Sheet management: Create Index sheet 20 4.1.4 Selection in dockable Tree updates dockable ObjectInspector 20 4.1.5 Transferring graphic to another symobl 20

    4.2 Change (of existing function) 21 4.2.1 Messages regarding XRefs to be updated while loading a drawing 21 4.2.2 Adjusted texts inCopy & Paste 21 4.2.3 Exchange Graphic Representation function does not transfer property assignment 21 4.2.4 Wrongly aligned attributes after automatic graphic exchange 21 4.2.5 Extended Dialog Copy objects 21 4.2.6 Designating document groups 22 4.2.7 Cadison Quick Purge Command should clear the unused AutoCAD groups also. 22 4.2.8 Grid Size change to 1/4 in DWT 22 4.2.9 Improvement to Cadison explorer command options format 22 4.2.10 AutoCAD hint is removed in Check drawing-Dialog 22 4.2.11 New control in Delete Object(s) dialog in drawing 22 4.2.12 New graphic standards 23 4.2.13 Exchange Graphic Representation removes Actual-standard-graphic entry from all other graphic entries 23 4.2.14 Incomplete graphic entries while inserting new objects 23 4.2.15 Display Audit Drawing dialog while opening drawings 23 4.2.16 Move newly created symbols to origin 24 4.2.17 Context menu in AutoCAD-Variable SNAPGRIDLEGACY=1 24

    4.3 Bugfix 24 4.3.1 Fixed defect in selection of polygonal or cliped viewportFixed defect in selection of polygonal or cliped viewport 24 4.3.2 Error message Unhandled Exception in Designer.arx while opening a drawing 24 4.3.3 Symboleditor uses incorrect size for insert point block in inch-drawings 24 4.3.4 Wrongly inserted revision lines in automatically created drawings 24

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    4.3.5 Duplication of file names while copying objects in Designer 25 4.3.6 Copying AutoCAD graphics, which contain a dynamic block 25 4.3.7 Space-bar key for placing objects ends the command 25 4.3.8 Unreadable characters displayed while creating cable trays 25 4.3.9 AutoCAD-Variable EXPERT changes with next drawing / previous drawing 25 4.3.10 Unnecessary error message during Open Next Drawing command avoided 25 4.3.11 Inconsistencies in synchronize dialog logic 25 4.3.12 Cancelling in copy-dialog for Save as 26 4.3.13 Crash while using CADISON Explorer Option A 26 4.3.14 Graphics missing while inserting construction sets 26 4.3.15 Editing deleted objects in Designer 26 4.3.16 Undesired database objects after using UNDO 26 4.3.17 Crash in AutoCAD 2014 after using Open drawing and closing the drawings 26 4.3.18 Issue of Unable to open the NamedObjectsDictionary while changing graphic key 27 4.3.19 Problems with duplicate objects and incorrect connections while usingCopy & Paste 27 4.3.20 AutoCAD Undo after exchanging a dynamic symbol and assigning a catalog item 27 4.3.21 Fixed issue in Merge object 27

    5 2D Designer 27

    5.1 Change (of existing function) 27 5.1.1 Using Set as default status for a status already marked as default 27 5.1.2 Adjustments for layer for steel structure groups and secondary support 27 5.1.3 Opening dockable dialogs simultaneously 28 5.1.4 Marking the active project status 28 5.1.5 Source reference uses P_name asmarker 28

    5.2 Bugfix 28 5.2.1 Fixed issue with Global scale settings 28 5.2.2 Changes are not made in task container 28 5.2.3 Fixed issue in Object Designation dialog- configaration option 28 5.2.4 Fixed issue in Cross references 29 5.2.5 Representation of flow direction arrows in inch-drawings 29 5.2.6 Directory while loading and saving MPL-styles 29 5.2.7 Speed of automatic system tree update in RELEASE_SYS_OBJECTS=1 29 5.2.8 Unwanted graphic exchange while updating PI drawings 29 5.2.9 Faulty defined 4th connection point in measuring points 29 5.2.10 Automatic loading of MPL styles 30 5.2.11 Create visible Pipe Crossings command not working in inch-drawings 30 5.2.12 Fixed issue in DWG neutral export of MPL lines. 30 5.2.13 DWG Neutralexport asks for login details 30 5.2.14 Undesired graphic exchange while opening a drawing 30 5.2.15 Fixed issue with attributes of type List from file in Legend. 30 5.2.16 Supported media with MPL as line type in legend 30

    6 3D Designer 31

    6.1 New function 31 6.1.1 New steel structure types added 31 6.1.2 Steel Layout: O (Circular) shape section 31 6.1.3 Steel Layout: Wizard based Caged Ladder 31 6.1.4 Section Box 31 6.1.5 Open Continuation drawing in AutoCAD with Single on cross reference object 31 6.1.6 Steel Layout: Wizard based Truss 31 6.1.7 Steel Layout: Edit Steel Stuctures 32 6.1.8 Steel Layout: Cardinal Point 32 6.1.9 Placing tanks after editing with tank assistant 32 6.1.10 Alternative pressure levels for flange 32

    6.2 Change (of existing function) 32 6.2.1 Centerline overlaying uses inappropriate arcs 32 6.2.2 Generating MADE-BY-properties in tank and nozzle wizard 32 6.2.3 Task Number:41 in R15 Release: Replacing the dialogs developed using CPP view. 33 6.2.4 Implemented inch round up table for screw length calculation 33 6.2.5 Placing nozzles with Synchronize-drawing 33 6.2.6 Catalog item for bended pipe 33

    6.3 Bugfix 33 6.3.1 Crash during Export to NavisWorks with option XRef transfer 33 6.3.2 Branch length of outlet is set to half of diameter if it is less. 34 6.3.3 Fixed issue of unnecessary flanges getting added from Nozzle Assistance dialog. 34 6.3.4 Disabled 3D object snap during CADISON commands 34

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    6.3.5 Platform creation error fixed. 34 6.3.6 Special tank is wrongly placed after editing 34 6.3.7 Blank PDF file created for DOC/ DOCX (Word) file. 34 6.3.8 Manway placed on spherical portion of tank was not correctly placed for orientation other than 90 34 6.3.9 CaesarII interface 35 6.3.10 CaesarII interface 35 6.3.11 Multifunktionsleiste im Designer: Reiter 3D-Modell mit Objektklassen aus dem Anlagenbau versehen. 35 6.3.12 Control validation on Mitre Bend Elbow Type dialog 35 6.3.13 Warning in tank assistant while specifying a diameter in inches 35 6.3.14 Fixed issue of extra outlets , flanges getting created in tree from nozzle assistance 35 6.3.15 Nozzle assistance dialog do not show data of nozzle when nozzle is placed from 3D designer tree. 35 6.3.16 Fixed issue with connection of Duct Tess set and pipeline 36 6.3.17 Confirguration of Object Snap gets changed in main drawing after creating an isometric drawing 36 6.3.18 Bended piep is moved from the original placement. 36 6.3.19 Fixed issue in Elbow between 2 Pipes command 36 6.3.20 Fixed issue with pipeline break on insertion of assembly object 36

    7 Electrical Designer 36

    7.1 New function 36 7.1.1 Electrical Calculations 36

    7.2 Bugfix 36 7.2.1 Deletion of cable using cancel in drawing synchronisation 36

    8 Matpipe 37

    8.1 New function 37 8.1.1 Catalogs for R15 37 8.1.2 Catalog Revision Control 37 8.1.3 Implemented functionality to copy paste primitive from parapipe tree 37

    8.2 Change (of existing function) 37 8.2.1 Using CatalogCleaner as Administrator 37 8.2.2 Common Data Maintenance function 37 8.2.3 Updated Steel catalogs 38 8.2.4 Supporting multi-lingual LISTFROMFILE properties 38 8.2.5 Supporting language-specific properties in formulas 38 8.2.6 Display of message while editing an object table 38

    8.3 Bugfix 38 8.3.1 Copy with filter in MATPIPE 38 8.3.2 Update Replicated Catalogs not working for multiple catalogs 39 8.3.3 Fixed issue with formula calculation for Vertex coordinates in extrude-revolve primitive 39 8.3.4 Matpipe-window hangs after opening 39 8.3.5 Dialog for editing a property appears twice on opening the context menu 39 8.3.6 Object class list in Object model dialog 39 8.3.7 Crash while deleting linked objects 39 8.3.8 Problem in displaying object types after moving object 39 8.3.9 Updating property-definitions 40 8.3.10 Zero characters for a property of TEXT type 40 8.3.11 MATPIPE quick search 40 8.3.12 Inserting cell contents from the detail table in the main table 40 8.3.13 Favorites-tabs not displayed in main table 40 8.3.14 Standard language for MATPIPE catalogs 40 8.3.15 Fixed issue in coping object 40 8.3.16 Automatically changing to Favorites-tab 40 8.3.17 Quick search in Selector and Matpipe doesnt always show a result 41 8.3.18 Fixed issue in creating Pipe specification object - property PIPE_SPEC not set 41

    9 Isogen 41

    9.1 New function 41 9.1.1 Insert 3D graphic in isometric drawing 41 9.1.2 Option in Isogen-Dialog for resetting repeat-part-number 41

    9.2 Change (of existing function) 42 9.2.1 New Isogen-Version 2020 R2 HF17 42 9.2.2 Fixed issues of open end tags for pipeline in isometric drawing and drawing name conflicts. 42 9.2.3 New option for eliminating PID_CODE 42

    9.3 Bugfix 42 9.3.1 Isometric drawing was not closed automatically for modified isogen.dwt. 42

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    9.3.2 Correcting Memory leaks for creating Iso-drawings 42

    10 Visio P&ID Designer 42

    10.1 New function 42 10.1.1 New context menu in cross reference symbol for opening next drawing 42 10.1.2 Automatic Legend Functionality in Visio PID Designer 43 10.1.3 Auto Grid in Visio 43 10.1.4 Copy and Paste and Drag and Drop functionalities are supported 43 10.1.5 Personalize visio/installation 43 10.1.6 Automatic system initialization after installation of Visio P&ID Process Designer 44

    10.2 Change (of existing function) 44 10.2.1 Improving the highlighting time of objects during consistency check or changing of nominal sizes 44 10.2.2 Extended pipeline specification dialog in Visio 44 10.2.3 Redesign Ribbon User Interface 44 10.2.4 Adjusted Master shape - control points for drive 44 10.2.5 Open Continuation drawing in VPID with Single on cross reference object enhancements 45 10.2.6 In the Synchronize drawing function, the grid points are now also snapped 45 10.2.7 Visio-Dialogs displayed without Visual Styles 45 10.2.8 Seldom program interruption during multiple designation of objects 45 10.2.9 Performance optimization while simultaneously deleting a large number of objects 45 10.2.10 Performance optimization while exchanging drawing borders and title blocks 45

    10.3 Bugfix 45 10.3.1 Avoided exception in Visio during initialization of pipe specification dialog 45 10.3.2 Corrected faulty display in some dialogs 45 10.3.3 Irritating database error message during graphic exchange 46 10.3.4 Undo along with creating and updating of revision lines 46 10.3.5 Improving Textpositions when Exporting as Cadison DWG 46 10.3.6 Create symbol with logical connection-point 46 10.3.7 Irritating database error message during graphic exchange 46 10.3.8 Tab key not working in input forms 46 10.3.9 Faulty program execution while copying objects with object names. 46 10.3.10 Synchronize drawing of pumps with motor 46

    11 CADISON Reportgenerator 47

    11.1 New function 47 11.1.1 Automatically use a SAP-Function before setting a report 47

    11.2 Change (of existing function) 47 11.2.1 Limitation of the revision ID to 3 characters 47 11.2.2 Word-Report Generator no longer uses Windows clipboard 47 11.2.3 Improved performance in Word-Report Generator 47

    11.3 Bugfix 47 11.3.1 Mouse and keyboard entries in dialog for report selection 47 11.3.2 Restoring the last option in Create report dialog 48 11.3.3 Crash message on ending the Report generator 48 11.3.4 Set project database name in Report generator. Fixed data mismatch issue in report generator 48 11.3.5 Faulty report template in English and Russian Room Survey report templates 48 11.3.6 Report Object model ET showed old CADISON-Logo 48

    12 CADISON Administration 48

    12.1 Change (of existing function) 48 12.1.1 Loading .LAY-files 48 12.1.2 Double entries in System Tree for server 49 12.1.3 Resetting hidden object types for re-initialization 49 12.1.4 Automatic conversion of system and template database 49 12.1.5 Create task container for user, after new users were added 49

    12.2 Bugfix 49 12.2.1 Object class filter in ObjectManager for PHIIPLAN drawing type 49 12.2.2 Error message during system initialisation after new installation 49 12.2.3 Context menu for setting a project status not available 50

    13 ITFTOOLS 50

    13.1 Change (of existing function) 50 13.1.1 System Analyser Delphi to C++ conversion 50

    13.2 Bugfix 50

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    13.2.1 Fixed issue of file filter in ITF dialogbox 50

    14 CADISON Object model 50

    14.1 New function 50 14.1.1 Object model changes for shortening lengths 50 14.1.2 Cable Numbering 50

    14.2 Change (of existing function) 51 14.2.1 Disabling Empty fields content in dialog for LISTFROMFILE-properties 51 14.2.2 Cross-reference within a drawing 51 14.2.3 Change in PHI-AN Object model 51 14.2.4 Setting new default formulas by LFF-Mechanism 51 14.2.5 Accessing properties of the current CADISON user 51 14.2.6 Undefined unit-property values removed from DEF files 51 14.2.7 Formulas with -, +, * and / within static texts 52

    14.3 Bugfix 52 14.3.1 Definition of GEOM_COL and GEOM_LT changed from EDITABLE to QUICKEDIT in ITF-MTFL 52 14.3.2 Linking bended pipes with service items 52 14.3.3 Add to Favorites menu command in ObjectManager 52 14.3.4 German name of the project attributes regarding wire numbering is corrected 52

    15 Archiver 52

    15.1 Bugfix 52 15.1.1 Archived documents could not be opened for viewing in ArchivBrowser 52

    16 ArchivBrowser 53

    16.1 Change (of existing function) 53 16.1.1 Optimizations while clicking entries in Tree 53

    16.2 Bugfix 53 16.2.1 File properties were not displayed 53 16.2.2 Crash message on ending Archive Browsers 53 16.2.3 Double display of directories 53 16.2.4 ArchiveBrowser does not show documents and drawings 53

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    1 CADISON Common

    1.1 New function 1.1.1 Online error checking when changing tag number manually If a user changes a tagging number manually, CADISON will do an online error checking and give a message in case of duplicated tagging numbers.

    1.1.2 Show catalogs as per project specific unit system. When user runs "Select allowed catalogs" command, the select catalog dialog is shown with list of all available catalogs. Previously, there is no option to filter it with current project unit system. Now from R15, this list can be filtered with current unit system by selecting new option "Showonly metric/imperial catalogs"(ont the basis of project unit) added at top of catalog list. Thus, user can see list of catalogs as per unit system and also do selection to set allowed catalogs.

    1.1.3 Input Form Designer This is a new Application introduce in R15. User forms the new UI introduced in R13 which allows user to customize dialogs to simplify the UI. Earlier User has to manually create these forms in xml format. Now an interface application is created so that user can simply create dialog and darg and drop properties to show in dialog.

    1.1.4 Revision creator and revision date attributes in drawings So far, the P_lastobjrevisionuser and P_lastobjrevisiondate attributes were available only available for documents and reports, but not for drawings. From this version onwards, the P_lastobjrevisionuser and P_lastobjrevisiondate properties are also created by CADISON for drawings (AutoCAD, Visio and isometric drawings). During revision, the main drawing receives these attributes; even the same values for the newly generated revision are taken. Thus, these attributes also behave the same way as for documents and reports.

    1.1.5 Send documents directly as e-mail From this version onwards, the command Send as e-mail is available in context menu for documents, through which a new e-mail is generated and the selected file(s) are added as attachment. If a file, which has to be sent, is currently imported to database, then the file is automatically exported with a write-protection.

    1.2 Change (of existing function) 1.2.1 Output in case of CCC-check If the objects to be checked are not found during CCC-check, a corresponding message will be displayed from this version onwards.

    1.2.2 Option for activating old Tree-scroll function removed Since few years, CADISON has been using new scroll functions in CADISON Tree as well as in Matpipe-Tree in Open catalog, if the Tree should be automatically scrolled with Drag and Drop. The old scroll functions can

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    be further activated (with additional entries in CADISON.INI and MATPIPE.INI). The old scroll functions have been completely removed in this version.

    1.2.3 Object name of files which are inserted by Drag and Drop If a file is stored from an external source in CADISON using Drag and Drop, then the property DESCRIPTION_1 of the newly created file is set same as file name. Till now, the file name including file extension was transferred.From this version onwards, only the file name will be stored in DESCRIPTION_1 property without file extension.The file name including file extension is now saved in the EXT_DRAWINGNO attribute.

    1.2.4 Allocating catalog items to objects with sub-elements If an object has many sub-elements and there a catalog item is assigned, which also has many sub-elements, then the sub-elements cannot be found automatically, when there are many sub-elements of the same object type. Currently, the sub-elements can be found only through the type. But as soon as an object has several sub-elements of the same type, one receives a random result. The sub-elements are mostly not assigned as desired.From this version onwards, an allocation fo the objects to each other can be defined. For this, the object property SYNC_ID must be used. In case of the sub-elements in CADISON, the user can define a unique value for the SYNC_ID property. If the same SYNC_ID value is entered for the suitable sub-element in catalog item, then CADISON automatically finds the correct sub-element.

    1.2.5 Re-calculation option for revising several objects If the sub-ordered objects are revised in CADISON with revision command and it contains reports there, then these reports are also updated / revised. If in addition, the CALCALWAYS=OFF and / or USE_CALCONDEMAND=1 setting is used, CADISON asks before updating a report, whether the objects should be re-calculated. This query appeared till now for every report to be updated. From this version onwards, the query dialog contains the option note answer, with which the answer can be saved for all reports to be updated. The answer is thus saved only for this complete revision process and then reset. For the next revision process, the query appears again.

    1.2.6 Editing the graphic entry used in ObjectEdtior In ObjectEditor, there is a button All representation types, through which the graphic entries provided while selecting object can be shown and edited.From this version onwards, it is also possible to display and edit the graphic entry used by graphic representation. If the graphic properties tab is selected and then a graphic representation is selected in Tree and the All representation types button is clicked, then the graphic entry is shown, which is currently used by the selected graphic representation. In this way, it is possible to change this graphic representation.However, the text-representations (such as designations) cannot be shown or displayed.

    1.2.7 Calculation of JOINTYPECALC_INT with JOINTYPE_EXn_INT changed While calculating JOINTYPECALC_INT, it was previously checked whether the JOINTYPE_EXn_INT property had some content. If yes, then this was used automatically instead of JOINTYPEn_INT.From this version onwards, JOINTYPEn_Exn_INT is used only for calculation of JOINTYPECALC_INT, if the JOINTYPE_EXn_INT property is not empty.In this way, problems are avoided if an object is assigned a new catalog item, which does not contain JOINTYPE_EXn-Property.

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    1.2.8 Using ghost script Previously, CADISON Ghostscript could be used, if this was installed on the computer. The Ghostscript installation routine registers the Ghostscript and finds CADISON Ghostscript via this registration. From this version onwards, it is possible to find Ghostscript via an entry in CADISON.INI. In section [ITF_PDF], a GS_DLL_ROOT entry is required here. This entry must point at main directory, where Ghostscript is installed. CADISON looks for Ghostscript in all sub-directories. Example: [ITF_PDF] GS_DLL_ROOT=D:\Program Files (x86)\gs. The version number must not be specified, so that CADISON can search all sub-directories.If a gsdll32.dll / gsdll64.dll is found in a sub-directory, then CADISON assumes that it refers to a Ghostscript. CADISON then no longer searches for Ghostscript via Registry-Entries Note: the gsdll32.dll / gsdll64.dll found must be present either as 32bit or as 64bit DLL as per CADISON. The use of a 32bit Ghostscript-DLL in a 64bit CADISON is technically not possible.

    1.2.9 Displaying CADISON-Version number in Designer after updating with an Update

    If an update for CADISON is installed, then several program files are replaced with new files. While starting a CADISON application, the version number of the program file is shown. Thus, it could happen that an incorrect version number was shown in Designer. From this version onwards, it was ensured that the version number of the Designer is always correctly shown.

    1.2.10 Supporting Undo in Extra->Remove link From this version onwards, CADISON supports Undo-command for the context menu Extra->Remove link.

    1.2.11 Filter for displaying ObjectManager adjusted in PID The filter for displaying ObjectManager has been adjusted in PID. [OM_ACAD_PHIEPID] #P&ID drawing

    1.2.12 Identification of undefined values for units-properties The numerical value "999999999" in properties is interpreted as undefined by CADISON. In units-properties (such as length details, print details etc), the identification of such undefined values didnt work properly. Thus, this 999999999 was partly converted to another unit and then the converted numerical value was shown. From this version onwards, the identification of these undefined values work properly.

    1.2.13 Invoking of Translation-Dialog with F2 with catalog entries and selection lists From R15 version onwards, it is possible to open the translation dialog with F2 for a property which comes from a catalog entry. Additionally now it is possible to use F2 in table with selection list properties (EDITABLE / QUICKEDIT).

    1.2.14 SAP-Menu at Project-Object level Previously, the SAP menu was not available in context menu of the project. From this version onwards, a SAP context menu can also be defined for the project object.

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    1.2.15 Translating LFF-Properties with F2 If a LFF-property is edited in ObjectEditor / ObjectInspector, the translation function can be started there by pressing F2 key. Note: for this, first the property name must be selected. The LFF-editing mode is started when F2 key is pressed once. The LFF-dialog is opened. This must then be closed (with Cancel), and the LFF-property remains active. Now, press F2 key once again to open translation function.Previously, when the translation window opened, the current value of LFF-properties was not taken. From this version onwards, the current value of the LFF property is transferred to translation window, such that the dictionary entries can be filtered.

    1.2.16 Setting the calculation date in pressure equipment module while classifying into Type.3 Sec.3

    If while checking a pipeline in pressure equipment module (DGR), it was determined that a pipeline can be classified into Type.3 Sec.3, the classification date was not saved till now, and moreover it was noted that the data were invalid. From this version onwards, the calculation date is saved and noted that the data are valid.

    1.2.17 Protocol for translation function The project translation function creates a log file at the end of translation, in which the non-translated entries are listed. Thereby, till now the non-translated entries were also shown, even if there was no target attribute for the translation.For example, the default configuration 2Languages.cts always translates the P_name-Attribut to the PNAME_INT-Attribut. A CAD drawing however has no PNAME_INT-Attribut. Since the P_name-Attribut contains the file name in a CAD drawing, which is not given in dictionary, the file is shown as non-translated text. But since there is no PNAME_INT-Zielattribut, in which the translation could be entered, it doesnt make any sense to show this text as cannot be translated. So from this version onwards, the text which cannot be translated is shown only in the log file, if the target attribute exists.

    1.2.18 Create task container from table on the basis of individual object Till now, the context menu command Create task container (and also create task container for user) is only available in the table, if at least two objects have been selected. From this version onwards, the command is also available in simple object selection.

    1.2.19 Filtering the available graphic entries in ObjectManager If the available graphics are shown in the lower right area of a template object in ObjectManager, then all graphics were shown earlier, irrespective of which drawing type and which graphic type is currently selected in ObjectManager. In most cases, it is however better that only those graphics are shown, which correspond to the graphic settings made in ObjectManager. In ObjectManager, the new option Filter available graphics is now implemented in View drop-down menu. If this option is selected, then the available graphics are filtered. If the option is not selected, then all available graphics are shown as usual. The selected setting is saved in Windows-Registry, so that the setting is re-established when the software is automatically started next time.

    1.2.20 Optimal column width feature The Optimum Optimal column width feature in context menu of a column width considers the column title text as well as the text in the individual lines. From this version onwards, it is also possible to disable CADISON from considering the column title while calculating the optimum column widths.

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    To enable this option, a new variable was implemented in CADISON.INI. CADISON now evaluates following new entry in [PHi-CADISON] section: COLWIDTH_IGNORE_TITLE=ON If this entry is available, the title of the column is no longer used for calculating the column width. However, a minimum width of 15 pixels will always be used, so that the selection list can still be clicked in column title.

    1.2.21 Removing an object link with Drag and Drop in Tree Till now it was not possible to remove an object link in CADISON project using a Drag and Drop Operation. If for example, an imported document under a document group is moved to project object using Drag and Drop and left there, the document link to document group would be removed. Thus, it was not possible to use drag and drop for assigning documents directly to the project and removing from document groups. From this version onwards, an object link is removed, if a sub-object is moved to the project object and left it there. Thus, apart from moving the object, the object to be sub-ordered directly in Tree is determined. Then, the object link for this object is removed. Note: The documents must be imported in order to remove documents of this type from document groups.

    1.2.22 Change document / issue state in cancelled revision If you start the commands Set document state and Set issue state from the workflow menu, the dialog for creating a document revision opens. The dialog provides the option of creating a revision, not creating a revision or cancelling the process. Previously, the cancelling only referred to the revision creation, not to setting the document / issue state. From this version onwards, the process of setting the document / issue state for the current document is cancelled, if the Cancel button is used in the revision dialog, or if the dialog is closed with ESC-key or with close button in the dialog bar.

    1.2.23 Wiring list report template removed The Wiring list report template has been removed from CADISON Installation.

    1.3 Bugfix 1.3.1 Fixed issue in createPDF function With some versions of ghost script PDF creation was failing with error Converting a PostScript file to PDF file failed this is fixed.Also Bookmarks in pdf is modified to show only filename instead of Path.

    1.3.2 Fixed issue with Report template path If you move a report template to another folder or rename it while Engineer is opened and then try to re-create the appropriate report, an error message is appears.In the error message, however, is not the path of the report template displayed, but the path of the report in the project. This is rectified.

    1.3.3 Title for Reassign Drawing... file selection dialog In previous versions, the file selection dialog title in Reassign drawing function contained a German text. From this version onwards, the title is shown according to the active CADISON language.

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    1.3.4 Increment Revision Manually Dialog In previous versions, the size of the dialog could be changed. However, the given controls were not adjusted and some controls were displayed as faulty. From this version onwards, the size of the dialog can no longer be changed.

    1.3.5 German text in English template object In the English version was a German template object with object type PHI-NPNT in directory PHI-ET. In this Version it is available in English.

    1.3.6 Memory error in Drag and Drop in Tree If a Drag and Drop process is started in CADISON, then a so-called Memory-Leak was generated. This error is rectified in this version.

    1.3.7 Updating property list in ObjectInspector/-Editor while changing dynamic properties

    If a property is changed in ObjectInspector or in ObjectEditor and as a result, the number of properties is changed (i.e. dynamic properties are enabled or removed), the property list is not updated correctly. Some of the new properties do not appear and there are empty lines for the hidden properties. This error is rectified in this version.

    1.3.8 Changing a file name with button If a file is imported and its filename is edited, then CADISON shows a button. If this is clicked, a file selection dialog appears, where the user can select another existing file.

    1.3.9 Eliminating 0 decimal points Should 0-decimal points be prevented from being displayed, the property formatting @## is used. When # is used, CADISON eliminates the decimal points if it is equal to 0. Instead of 3.00 h, 3 h is shown. However, this did not work when the German region settings were not set in the operating system. If for e.g. the region settings were set to German (Switzerland), then the decimal was also displayed, such that one got 3.h. From this version onwards, the decimal is prevented correctly, irrespective of the region setting used.

    1.3.10 Name for MPDOCUFILE catalog property is missing Earlier, no name was displayed for the MPDOCUFILE object property. From this version onwards, this property is shown with the name MATPIPE data sheet file.

    1.3.11 Memotext-Editor cannot be opened from Fill and Number... If a MEMO property is edited with the Fill and Number... dialog, the dialog shows a button. If this is selected, then the Memotext-Editor for entering memo-text appears. In R14.0.0, the Memotext-Editor is however not shown. This error is rectified.

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    1.3.12 Crash while accessing Selector after using certain functions If the Selector is used in CADISON, and then the CCC-check is used or the article data are saved in a catalog by using CADISON ERP-interface, it could lead to a crash, if the Selector was used again. This error is rectified.

    1.3.13 Checking opened files while updating reports If a file has to be opened or updated / revised, CADISON checks, whether the file is currently accessed by another user and does not perform action, if need be. However, if the corresponding file is opened without CADISON (e.g. directly from Word or Excel), the file was available from CADISON view. The corresponding process (e.g. revision of a report) was not carried out further. This then led to problems, if the document had to be saved at the end of the processes. From this version onwards, CADISON identifies whether a file is accessed outside CADISON or not.

    1.3.14 Memory error after using translation dialog with F2 If the support function is used with F2-key in CADISON and a text is selected in translation dialog, a memory error could occur. This memory error is rectified in this version.

    1.3.15 Large logical.log file while using Global Project Insert In some situations, it may happen that using Global Project Insert function increases the size of the logical.log-file in database-directory of the corresponding project database. This issue is now resolved in this version.

    1.3.16 Reset SAP-data fields after editing an object If an object is edited in an input form and the process is aborted (e.g. via cancel button), then some SAP data fields had been reset. This error is now rectified in this version.

    1.3.17 Narrow cells in the table are not updated If a table has a very narrow column and a line is selected in the table and another line is marked, the marking was not removed from the narrow column.This error is now rectified in this version.

    1.3.18 Improvement of File Name handling In certain workflows file names are unnecessarly converted to lower case by Cadison. This is rectified. Now Cadison will maintain the exact case of file name as specified.

    1.3.19 Automatic file extension appended in Create report If user enters filename without extension in Create report window then CADISON will automatically append the valid report file extension.

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    1.3.20 Updating structured view Top 5 list after structured view is modified If the structured view definition is modified and modified structured view is selected from Top 5 List directly, then CADISON tree will show objects as per modified structured view defintion.

    1.3.21 Designer is getting hanged after highlighting object from Objects with same catalog entry dialog.

    This problem has been generically fixed

    1.3.22 Removing subordinate document groups If a subordinate document group is removed from its superior document group (e.g. through Extra->Remove link), the removed document group is directly assigned under the project. Previously it was not checked whether there a document group already existed at project level, which uses the same directory name. From this version onwards, CADISON checks whether the directory name is already in use. If yes, then a counter is attached to the directory name in the document group, whose link was removed.

    1.3.23 Table is scrolled leftwards in activated splitter If the splitter is enabled in a table, the table is scrolled rightwards and then a field at the right of the splitter is edited, it could happen that the table was scrolled completely to the left and no longer displayed properly. This error is now rectified.

    1.3.24 Save configuration and Load configuration not working properly in PDM If the user works with Save configuration and Load configuration in system tree in PDM and in PDM-dialog in other CADISON applications, at times the view configuration from the system database is not saved and loaded, but the view configurations of the default-database. This error is corrected in this version.

    1.3.25 Opening the correct help page from TaskContainer and LogicAnalyser Container windows

    From this version onwards, using the Help button in TaskContainer and LogicAnalyser Container windows, the corresponding pages can be opened in Help.

    1.3.26 Checking opened files while updating reports If a file has to be opened or updated / revised, CADISON checks, whether the file is currently accessed by another user and does not perform action, if need be.However, if the corresponding file is opened without CADISON (e.g. directly from Word or Excel)

    1.3.27 Crash in CADISON after assigning a catalog item If a catalog item is assigned and it conflicts with the unit of a catalog-attribute and the unit of an already existing CADISON attribute, CADISON could crash. This error is rectified. From this version onwards, a message is displayed as a note for this conflict in the AutoCAD command line, while in ProjectEngineer the note is shown as system note.

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    1.3.28 Project path is not checked in Working copy - Copy objects This error is rectified in this version. It is now ensured that the newly copied project uses a project directory which is not yet used.

    1.3.29 Role management and project status The function for setting the project status and the function for evaluating the current user authorization while using the roles didnt work till now, if its P_name property was identical in several projects. Only in the first project, the role authorization was read completely, and also the project given there. If another project was opened in the same CADISON session, which had the same entry for P_name, the data of the newly opened project was not evaluated. This error is rectified in this version.

    1.3.30 ObjectInspector and objects, which do not have favorites If the ObjectInspector is set in such a way that only the favorites are shown, and an object is selected, for which, favorite is set, then the ObjectInspector doesnt show any content.

    1.3.31 Drag and Drop external files on the existing files If an external file is moved to an existing file in CADISON using Drag and Drop, then CADISON asks whether a revision should be created.

    1.3.32 Rename file function does not update the display of the document If the Rename file function is opened from the context menu of an imported document and the document is currently also shown in ObjectInspector, in Tree or in a table and the file name is visible there, then the display would not be updated, after the document was renamed. From this version onwards, the display is automatically updated after renaming a document.

    1.3.33 Incorrect command name in context menu for setting the standard graphic entry

    There are two commands in ObjectManager for defining the standard graphic entry in an object. These commands were shown with representation variants instead of set standard graphic entry... and set as standard graphic.

    1.3.34 Representation problem in Tree in Drag and Drop If a Drag and Drop Operation was started and entries were selected in Tree, it could lead to representation problems in Tree, while moving an object with mouse. These representation problems have been corrected in this version.

    1.3.35 Error while changing a column width in active splitter

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    If one scrolls the table, in which the splitter is enabled, completely to the right and then a column width is reduced, the table was not shown correctly. This error is now corrected in this version.

    1.3.36 Corrected typing error in English table-context menu The Fit in Column command is provided in context menu of the table, which contains a typing error in previous versions. This error is now rectified.

    1.3.37 Fixed issue in CSV import. Property PIPE_NO can be exported in CSV, user can modify it and import it in CADISON. The object is attached to given PIPE_NO in csv. PIPE_NO can be same for multiple pipelines, so if there are multiple pipeline with same name then we were randomly attach an object to this PIPE_NO. This is fixed now.

    1.3.38 Linking several IF-instructions in object model with + In older versions before R14, several IF-instructions could be interlinked with a plus sign +. By extending IF-instruction in R14 (with ELSEIF and AND/OR-conditions), the functionalities were however lost. From this version onwards, it is again possible to link the results from IF-instruction with + in object model.

    1.3.39 Fixed issue with document group combo in Report dialog and Isogen dialog Fixed issue of Document Group combo box showing blank string on mouse move in Report dialog and Isogen dialog.

    1.3.40 Attach existing file... function The Attach existing file... command was not working in the drawings. From this version onwards, it is possible to use the command in drawings.

    2 PDM

    2.1 Bugfix 2.1.1 Crash while copying elements in user administration If the elements of the user administration are copied (e.g. project status with subordinate default authorizations, class and property authorizations), it could lead to crash. This issue is now fixed.

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    3 Engineer

    3.1 New function 3.1.1 Report query wizard Report query contains many sub-sections separated by semicolon (;). Each section may contain many key-words & internal object class names which separated by comma (,) or colon(:) . Considering these complex query structure, new wizard is implemented where user can form query through select various options on dialog. A new command "Report query wizard " is created. In wizard, mainly 3 pages are provided where on first page user can give minimum parametres required for executing query.On second page, he can provide some filters to get specific type of result objects.And, on final page he can specify property filter to get result objects with some specific values.After executing query, user can get result in modeless table dialog. So, User can able to see multiple result window and also able to compare results. Also, there is another options to enter query manually or paste from other source is given. The entered query settings can be populated automatically on the wizard if syntax of query is correct.

    3.1.2 Expansion in Organize project In this version, the Organize project function is extended with a new option. It is now possible to automatically allocate multiple objects on the basis of an object property. Thus, for example, it is possible to sub-allocate several documents automatically to any number of objects using Organize project.

    3.2 Change (of existing function) 3.2.1 Editing the object types displayed in ObjectManager In Project Engineer, the Extras->Settings->Set object filter command lets you set the object types to be displayed for various commands. Previously, it was however also not possible to define the object types to be displayed for the ObjectManager through this command. This filter had to be entered manually in the appropriate ContextFilter.cfg configuration file. From this version onwards, it is possible to also edit this filter with the command, whereby the ObjectManager-Filter with the OM_ACAD_ entry. Since the ObjectManager-Filter doesnt support BlackList, selecting such an entry deactivates the relevant controls in the dialog.

    3.2.2 Changed workflow for configure view If the tree view modified and closed by Cancel CADISON again ask if the changes should be saved. Though user presses Yes the modification is not saved. Modified this workflow now we dont ask for Save after cancel. Cancel will close dialog box.

    3.3 Bugfix 3.3.1 Fixed issue in Fill and numbering on locked objects. For objects which are locked using 'Add object lock within..' all properties are read only. Fill and number operation was ignoring the object lock on attributes of type List from File(LFF).Despite lock on object these attributes are getting updated with Fill and number command. This is fixed.

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    3.3.2 Reverted changelist 34456 to fix issue of overallping controls of message box Fixed issue of overlapping controls in Remove components of Catalog message box during catalog selection for multiple objects.

    3.3.3 Added event handlers for three check boxes in object editor Fixed defect in object editor, the check boxes1. Display object in report 2. Object will not be represented in dwg and 3. Follow links of superior main objectwere losing its modified state if user updates any other property in editor.

    3.3.4 Menu bar in ProjectEngineer is not shown correctly In some cases, it may occur that the menu bar in ProjectEngineer was not shown correctly. In some cases, the first letter of the title was shown, or the window menu existed several times. From this version onwards, the menu bar is shown correctly.

    3.3.5 Set as default graphic entry...command in ObjectManager In Project Engineer, the Set as default graphic entry... command in ObjectManager didnt work till now. From this version onwards, the command can also be used in Project Engineer.

    3.3.6 Hanging ProjectEngineer while opening Logic Analyzer command from Extras menu

    When more than one tree/table window is opened in ProjectEngineer and the Logic Analyzer command is opened from Extras menu of the menu bar, then ProjectEngineer hangs. This error has been rectified.

    3.3.7 Fixed crash in edit document group form If user edits document group which has sub ordered document groups and in edit form when he changes superior document group to any sub ordered doc group, then cadison shows error message that 'it can not be linked'. This message was shown repeatedly and finally system crashes. Fixed this issue.

    3.3.8 Fixed issue in import of def files for properties having formula and unit specified

    Fixed issue in import of user defined def file. If any property has formula or view unit defined and also unit is specified for value, then while importing def file we were ignoring formula which was leading incorrect display value of property in object manager.

    3.3.9 Fixed issue in xml import of properties with Date as attribute type. If any property has Date as data type , values of these properties is exported as DateTime variable in xml, while importing xml back in Cadison the values of these properties were not showing correct data. This issue if fixed.

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    3.3.10 Updating Objektinspector window The Objektinspector window is updated in ProjectEngineer (and in PDM and ProjectNavigator), if another object is selected in Tree, also if another object is selected in the table. If the last object selection was made in the table and then the entry already selected in Tree was clicked, the ObjectInspector did not update, so that the entry selected was shown in the table. From this version onwards, the ObjectInspector is updated with this object when the already selected tree entry is selected again.

    4 Designer Common

    4.1 New function 4.1.1 Continue line command Continue line command in Designer allows to continue objects having line type representation. Example of such objects are cables, signal lines, effective lines etc. Note: Pipe runs of pipe lines still has to be continued with command "Continue Pipeline".

    4.1.2 MPL Style Definitions in Imperial units 1) New MPL Style Defination files are created for Imperial units.2) The standard Offset value between lines is 1/16" (0.062500") or its multiple for wider lines or linetypes.3) BYBLOCK Color Properties are retained.4) First time User may need to load Linetypes from CADISON.LIN file.

    4.1.3 Sheet management: Create Index sheet The new feature sheet management is added to improve the handling of the drawings in document group. Now, user can create index sheet under document group which contains the information of all the sheets present in the document group. It creates multiple index tables within multiple layouts of same drawing, if number of drawings in document group are more and one layout table can required to cover all the drawing details. The index sheet can be filled with details by invoking "Designate to block" command where User has to select the"Index sheet" default object from object manager. Command will ask for selecting rectangle inside paper space to specify index sheet height and position, then command automatically creates index sheet tables to fit the details and also creates layouts if not available.It also does same settings of border and title block inside newly created layout as per the first layout.The other feature is that the index sheet can be updated automatically if there is any change happens on document group. Also, user can manually update index sheet by selecting "Update Index sheet" command added at Cadison->Common Designation menu group.

    4.1.4 Selection in dockable Tree updates dockable ObjectInspector If the Automatic selection option is selected in dockable tree, then the object is automatically selected in Tree, which is currently shown in dockable ObjectInspector. From this version onwards, when the Automatic selection option is enabled, even the ObjectInspector is enabled automatically when an object is selected in dockable tree.

    4.1.5 Transferring graphic to another symobl

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    In object context menu in Designer, the Copy graphic to command is now available. With this command, the graphics can be transferred from one object to another object. With the help of this command, it is possible for e.g. to transfer the graphics of a dynamic symbol to a normal symbol, and add a dynamic graphic also to the target object. In target objects, the command deletes all graphic entries, which are suitable for the current drawing type (representation) and which use a BLOCK-graphic. Other graphic entries are not deleted. From the original object, only the graphic entries, which are suitable for the current drawing-representation type and which use a BLOCK-graphic type, are copied.

    4.2 Change (of existing function) 4.2.1 Messages regarding XRefs to be updated while loading a drawing If a drawing is loaded in Designer, which contains XRefs and this has not been updated, then a message appears stating that these XRef-drawings must be updated. This message appeared for every XRef-drawing to be updated. In addition, the process of checking XRef-drawings was also carried out twice, such that the message was shown twice. From this version onwards, apart from OK, the message dialog also shows the button All OK. If this is pressed, CADISON does not show any further messages while checking the remaining XRef-drawings. The drawings to be updated are shown in CADISON.ERR. For batch-processing Create PDF and DWG NeutralExport, a message is shown for the drawing, which is opened first. For the remaining drawings, the message is shown only for one drawing, if necessary and can then be suppressed for the following drawings.

    4.2.2 Adjusted texts inCopy & Paste If the CTRL+C (COPYCLIP) is opened in AutoCAD, CADISON asks for the copy options Graphic, Objects or None. The texts in the dialog have been extended, such that it is easy to understand which option should be selected.

    4.2.3 Exchange Graphic Representation function does not transfer property assignment

    When a block graphic is replaced by another with the Exchange Graphic Representation command, the property assignment provided while selecting graphic representations are not transferred. As a result, the exchanged block graphic does not respond to changes in the database, which should have been transferred graphically. From this version onwards, the Exchange Graphic Representation command also transfers the property assignments of the selected graphic representations.

    4.2.4 Wrongly aligned attributes after automatic graphic exchange If a PID graphic is exchanged with the help of automatic graphic exchange (dynamic blocks), then the attributes of the re-inserted blocks were not aligned correctly. Depending on the alignment of the symbol, it is necessary to change the text alignment of the attribute. This re-alignment doesnt work in case of automatically exchanged graphics. Even a manual re-alignment through Standard Text Layout didnt work. From this version onwards, the attributes are correctly aligned while inserting the graphics.

    4.2.5 Extended Dialog Copy objects In this version, a new Copy Object(s) dialog has been created. If the objects are copied from the drawing in Designer, then the Copy-function responds differently.

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    On one hand, the required superior objects are determined automatically. Thus, it is no longer necessary to select the main pipeline while copying a complete pipeline. Moreover, all components cannot be copied automatically. All components that have MADE_BY-Property are copied only if these components have also been selected in the graphic from the copy-operation. The copy operations, which could not be initiated from the graphic, but from the table or Tree, works normally like in previous versions.

    4.2.6 Designating document groups If in Designer, a document group is named, it caused several problems in CADISON. As a result, neither the drawing nor the document group was shown after creating the designation. This error is rectified in this version.

    4.2.7 Cadison Quick Purge Command should clear the unused AutoCAD groups also.

    Cadison provided command "Quick Purge". In addition to AutoCAD built in purge this commands does some more clean up of unused Cadison specific data. This command was not removing unused AutoCAD groups. These unused(empty) AutoCAD groups can get created in Cadison when objects like Steel Assembly, Secondary Support, Tanks etc are deleted from drawing. Now this command is enhanced to clear the unused(empty) AutoCAD groups also.

    4.2.8 Grid Size change to 1/4 in DWT 1) Drawing Template file (.DWT) are updated with GRID size = 1/4" for 2D drawings. 2) Snap size = 1/8", remains the same, as in R14.1 3) This works well with the existing Imperial symbols and new symbols 4) No changes are required for existing Imperial symbol library available in R14.1

    4.2.9 Improvement to Cadison explorer command options format In recent AutoCAD versions there is different way to show command arguments. E.g. [option1 option2 option3] : New mechanism has following advantages 1.User can select option using mouse click 2.These options are available in context menu also Cadison explorer is modified to use these command option format. In case of multiple default options format used is [option1 option2 option3] :different way to show command arguments. E.g. [option1 option2 option3] :New mechanism has following advantages1.User can select option using mouse click2.These options are available in context menu alsoC

    4.2.10 AutoCAD hint is removed in Check drawing-Dialog In Check drawing dialog, the text AutoCAD-drawing used to be shown in a hint. From this version onwards, only the text drawing is shown, since the same dialog is also used in Visio.

    4.2.11 New control in Delete Object(s) dialog in drawing In this version, a new Delete Object(s) dialog has been created. If the objects are deleted from the drawing in Designer, then the Delete-function responds differently.

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    On one hand, all objects containing graphics in this drawing as well as in others are removed from the sub and superior objects. To delete the objects having graphics in current drawing, the user must now select this graphically. Moreover, all components cannot be deleted automatically. All components that have graphics in other drawings can no longer be deleted. These components must now be deleted from the other drawing. The delete operations, which could not be initiated from the graphic, but from the table or Tree, works normally like in previous versions.

    4.2.12 New graphic standards From this version onwards, CADISON provides the following new graphic standards: - JIC - IEEE - NFPA

    4.2.13 Exchange Graphic Representation removes Actual-standard-graphic entry from all other graphic entries

    The Exchange graphic representation sets the identification Actual-standard-graphic entry in case of newly added graphic representation (graphic entry). At the same time, the function removes this identification from all other existing graphic entries. Thus, the graphic key of the re-inserted graphic representation have not been considered so far. As a result, the Actual-standard-graphic entry is removed even in graphic entries, which use another graphic key (e.g. Installation plan instead of PID). With this version, Exchange graphic representation removes just the Actual-standard-graphic entry identification from graphic entries, which use the same graphic key as the new graphic representation. Thus, the graphic representations for other drawing types remain unaffected.

    4.2.14 Incomplete graphic entries while inserting new objects While inserting new objects in a drawing, it can occur during data errors in project database that not all graphic entries are made while inserting objects again. So, it may happen that single graphic entries are missing in the object. The problem triggered through structure error in the project database, which can be corrected with a CLEAN option in ITFTOOLS. From this version onwards, CADISON determines if this problem occurs while inserting new objects and automatically carries out a cleaning and correction of internal structures, so that all graphic entries for the new object are considered.

    4.2.15 Display Audit Drawing dialog while opening drawings From this version onwards, the Audit Drawing dialog in Designer is controlled differently. If the dialog appeared till now while opening a drawing, not all functions were available, since the drawing was not completely initiated in AutoCAD and not all AutoCAD functions were still available. From this version onwards, the drawing check is carried out internally at a later point of time, when the required AutoCAD-functionalities are already available. Thus, from this version onwards, all options can be used while opening the dialog. In addition, the dialog is no longer shown if a drawing is opened during a batch-processing. Possible batch-processing are: - Update batch - Plot batch - PDF Export - DWG NeutralExport Moreover, from this version onwards, the drawing check sets the new drawing attribute DRAWINGCHECK_REQUIRED (Drawingcheck required). If the drawing is in order, this attribute is set to 0 (No), in case of errors, the attribute is automatically set to 1 (Yes).

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    Even during batch-processing, this attribute is set in case of opened drawings. Thus, it can also be identified from the Project Engineer, whether the drawing check should be executed in a drawing or not.

    4.2.16 Move newly created symbols to origin If a new symbol is created with the Symbol Editor and thus a new DWG is generated for storing the selected graphic, then the graphic was not moved to origin, but the graphic remained at the same place. In addition, the AutoCAD variable INSBASE created in DWG was set to the selected insert point. Thus, during insert, AutoCAD later knew which is insert point/ zero point of the DWG-file. From this version onwards, the graphic is moved to the zero point in the generated DWG-file and the INSBASE-variable is set to 0/0/0 in the drawing.

    4.2.17 Context menu in AutoCAD-Variable SNAPGRIDLEGACY=1 If the SNAPGRIPDLEGACY=1 variable is set in AutoCAD, in most situations, the CADISON context menu is not always opened, if the CADISON graphic was opened. From this version onwards, the context menu is opened safely.

    4.3 Bugfix 4.3.1 Fixed defect in selection of polygonal or cliped viewportFixed defect in

    selection of polygonal or cliped viewport Command Zoom VP to meet scale, Fix VP, Fit Dim style to scale,Representation with centre lines and other layer related commands was not working on clipped viewport, these commands now support clipped VP.

    4.3.2 Error message Unhandled Exception in Designer.arx while opening a drawing

    In some cases, while opening a drawing, an Unhandled Exception in Designer.arx error message appears, if the drawing contains data errors, which were not corrected with drawing check or one of the database-cleaning functions. From this version onwards, CADISON checks for corresponding data errors, so that the error message does not appear anymore.

    4.3.3 Symboleditor uses incorrect size for insert point block in inch-drawings If in a drawing, in which the unit system is set to imperial (inch), an insert point is inserted via the define insert point function from the CADISON menu Create new symbols, the block representing the insert point was previously inserted with an incorrect scaling. In comparison to the connection point blocks, the insert point block shown was too small. From this version onwards, the insert point block is correctly scaled, such that it uses the same size as the blocks for the connection points.

    4.3.4 Wrongly inserted revision lines in automatically created drawings In Designer, there are functions for automatic creation of drawings, such as Terminal strip drawings, Hookup drawing for secondary pipe support, etc. In these automatically generated drawings, the drawing borders as well as title blocks are inserted. But if the function for inserting revision lines were used, the revision lines were inserted at a wrong place. This error has been rectified.

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    4.3.5 Duplication of file names while copying objects in Designer If an object is graphically copied in Designer and this object contains a subordinate document, which is also copied, then the copied document gets the same file name as the original document. This error is rectified, from this version onwards, a unique file name is specified for the copied document, in which a counter is automatically attached.

    4.3.6 Copying AutoCAD graphics, which contain a dynamic block If an AutoCAD-drawing contains a dynamic block and this is copied using CTRL+C and CTRL+V along with other CADISON elements, it may happen that the pasted CADISON elements have no connection to database anymore. Thus, one receives only the pure AutoCAD graphic and not the complete CADISON objects anymore. This error is rectified in this version. Note: The use of dynamic AutoCAD-blocks is not completely released in CADISON. In some situations, the use of dynamic AutoCAD blocks may lead to more problems.

    4.3.7 Space-bar key for placing objects ends the command If CADISON-Explorer is used for placing objects, there is an option of switching to another connection point by pressing space-bar key. From AutoCAD 2013 onwards, AutoCAD however changes the input focus from drawing window to AutoCAD command line. If a space-bar is pressed second time, the AutoCAD command line evaluates the input. Since a space-bar in the command line is treated as pressing enter key, the command ends thereupon. From this version onwards, after pressing space-bar, the input focus of CADISON automatically shifts again to the graphic window of AutoCAD, such that when the space-bar is pressed again, it is again evaluated by the graphic window and thus, by CADISON Explorer. Thus, the command doesnt end anymore, if the space-bar key is pressed several times.

    4.3.8 Unreadable characters displayed while creating cable trays Previously, when a cable tray is created with the function Create a cable tray along a centerline, some messages displayed in AutoCAD command line were not readable. From this version onwards, these messages no longer appear in the command line.

    4.3.9 AutoCAD-Variable EXPERT changes with next drawing / previous drawing If the Next drawing and Previous drawing commands are used, the setting for the AutoCAD-Variable EXPERT is altered in the drawing, in which these commands were invoked. This error has been fixed in this version.

    4.3.10 Unnecessary error message during Open Next Drawing command avoided When "Open Next Drawing" command is executed in the drawing which is last in the document group of project then it displays appropriate message "No next drawing available.". However along with that it use to display unnecessary message "ERROR: getCommandArgument FAILED" on AutoCAD command prompt. Now this unnecessary message will not appear.

    4.3.11 Inconsistencies in synchronize dialog logic

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    Existing logic had some inconsistencies which decide if any object is a. already placed in current drawing or current type of drawing. b. Object cannot be placed in current type of drawing because it doesn't have suitable graphic c. Object can be placed in current type of drawing but not placed. These inconsistencies were mainly due to handling of "standards" in graphic setting and also fact that in Cadison drawing it is possible to change the graphic setting after some objects are placed in it. All these inconstencies are addressed with revised logic.

    4.3.12 Cancelling in copy-dialog for Save as If a copy of the drawing is created with Save as in Designer, the CADISON copy-dialog is opened. Even though the Cancel button is disabled in this dialog and there was no Close button in the title list, it was previously possible to close the dialog with ESC key. But since the copy-action cannot be cancelled, the copy operation was then run with the copy dialog settings. From this version onwards, it is ensured that the copy-dialog can no longer be closed with Save as by pressing ESC key.

    4.3.13 Crash while using CADISON Explorer Option A If option A was used twice in CADISON-Explorer, then the Designer hangs and must be ended via Task manager. This error is rectified.

    4.3.14 Graphics missing while inserting construction sets If a construction set is inserted and the construction set for an object constitutes of an object graphic as well as a text mask, it might have happened, that either the object graphic or the text mask was removed after insert. This error is rectified.

    4.3.15 Editing deleted objects in Designer If an object is clicked or edited in a CADISON Tree, then CADISON checks, whether the element has been deleted in a multiple-user environment. If CADISON determines that the object has been deleted, then CADISON shows the message The object has been deleted in another application. This test was not conducted earlier in Designer, if either the CADISON context menu was opened on a graphic, or if the ObjectInspector was updated. From this version onwards, the test is conducted also from these functions, whether the object was possibly deleted by another user. If yes, then the message is shown there and the process is interrupted.

    4.3.16 Undesired database objects after using UNDO If in AutoCAD or in Visio, the UNDO command from AutoCAD / Visio is used, the individual unwanted database objects could be generated. This error has been rectified.

    4.3.17 Crash in AutoCAD 2014 after using Open drawing and closing the drawings In AutoCAD 2014, if other drawings were opened with Open drawing, it could lead to a crash and other currently loaded drawings were closed, without opening these drawings earlier, or if the active drawing is closed. This error has now been resolved.

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    4.3.18 Issue of Unable to open the NamedObjectsDictionary while changing graphic key

    If the graphic key of the current drawing is changed in Designer via the dockable ObjectManager, the "Unable to open the NamedObjectsDictionary" message was shown on the AutoCAD command line and the setting was not saved in the drawing. From this version onwards, the setting is correctly saved and the message doesnt appear anymore.

    4.3.19 Problems with duplicate objects and incorrect connections while usingCopy & Paste

    If an object having an external connection, is copied into AutoCAD with Copy & Paste and inserted, it could lead to various problems. If the Graphic option was used, then the object having the external connection was copied again. Irrespective of whether the Graphic or Object option is used, it could happen that the position of the original external connection changed, if the graphic was inserted in the same drawing. Both errors are rectified in this version.

    4.3.20 AutoCAD Undo after exchanging a dynamic symbol and assigning a catalog item

    In case of certain object changes, CADISON automatically exchanges the graphic to a drawing. If for e.g. in a dynamic symbol, the property is changed, which defines the symbol to be used, then the graphic that was placed already is exchanged automatically. Even in case of a 3D element, which contains the graphic through a parameterized catalog item, the graphic is automatically changed, if another catalog item is assigned to the object. If after the automatic graphic exchange, the AutoCAD command Undo is used, the graphic elements in the drawing lose their allocation to the CADISON objects. A subsequent drawing check reports the corresponding graphics as error. From this version onwards, the AutoCAD-command Undo is handled correctly after a graphic exchange, so that no allocation is lost.

    4.3.21 Fixed issue in Merge object When using the CADISON Function Merge objects, if you delete the graphical representation, of the merged element, the Database Object was still having connection to the drawing. The connection is deleted when deleting the graphical representation.

    5 2D Designer

    5.1 Change (of existing function) 5.1.1 Using Set as default status for a status already marked as default If the command Set as default status... is used in user administration for a project status-object and this project status is already defined as standard status, then no other action is performed. From this version onwards, the identification that is set as default status is removed for all other project status-objects, which are assigned the same user role.

    5.1.2 Adjustments for layer for steel structure groups and secondary support

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    For better layout control in Designer, the Layer prefix for and Layer name properties have been added in the Steel structure and sec. support object classes in object model. The layer name is then further passed on to subordinate steel beams.

    5.1.3 Opening dockable dialogs simultaneously Previously, only a few dockable dialogs could be opened simultaneously. In many cases, a dockable dialog must be closed only before another could be opened. This has now been changed: 1. Now all dockable dialogs can be opened simultaneously. Closing another dialog beforehand is no longer required. Dockable dialogs are basically combined to active drawing while opening in Visio. If now several drawings are opened, then the opened dialog had to be previously closed manually and opened again manually opened in the newly activated drawing. This is now no longer required. If a drawing is opened or created again or converted to another drawing, then all opened dockable dialogs are closed automatically and opened again in active drawing automatically.

    5.1.4 Marking the active project status In the user administration, there is an entry Set as default status in context menu of a project status. From this version onwards, the entry is tick-marked when the project status is already set as default status. As a result, it is obvious which project status is defined as default status.

    5.1.5 Source reference uses P_name asmarker Previously a cross-reference in CADISON always used the P_name (object name) object property for finding linked cross-references. Thus, the P_name property was for cross-references with cross-reference marker. On one hand, the naming of P_name-property with cross-reference marker is confusing, if other objects are shown in a table, in which the P_name-property is translated with object name. On the other hand, there was no option for giving a meaningful name to a cross-reference in ObjectManager. So, from this version onwards, the cross-reference has the new attribute MARKERNAME, which denotes cross-reference marker. P_name is now denoted with Object name. The linked cross-references can now be located via MARKERNAME property. Note: It is now mandatory to update the old data with the current object model; else the cross-references there can no longer be linked by CADISON automatically.

    5.2 Bugfix 5.2.1 Fixed issue with Global scale settings In a PID if global scale is set to 0.5 and dynamic symbol for straight valve is placed then if we change the TYPECLASS of valve then the scale factor of new symbol is further reduced to 0.25 (0.5*0.5). Every time we change symbol the scale factor is reduced.

    5.2.2 Changes are not made in task container If the name, description or the comments in a task container window are changed and the window-close-control is clicked, the change was not saved, as long as the input mark blinked in the input line. This error is rectified in this version.

    5.2.3 Fixed issue in Object Designation dialog- configaration option

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    Fixed issue with Object Designation dialog- If user goes to configuration tab before selecting object and adds items to configered, the list was not getting updated after clicking Ok.

    5.2.4 Fixed issue in Cross references If for CREF "Search mode for cross-references" (CREFMODE) property is set to 'Search in drawing' and if there is scenario that CREF is attached as subobject to a object which is placed in multiple drawings (CSET) there was issue creating cross references.

    5.2.5 Representation of flow direction arrows in inch-drawings In PID based on imperial units, the flow direction arrows were shown too small. From this version onwards, the flow direction arrows are shown correctly.

    5.2.6 Directory while loading and saving MPL-styles If the Load style or even Save style function is used in MPL-dialog, then CADISON opens a file selection dialog. Previously, this didnt always show the same directory, in which the MPL-styles are stored. From this version onwards, the file selection dialog automatically shows the directory, where the MPL-styles are stored by default.

    5.2.7 Speed of automatic system tree update in RELEASE_SYS_OBJECTS=1 If the quick release of System Tree is activated in CADISON.INI (through the RELEASE_SYS_OBJECTS=1setting), it could have lead to performance loss in automatic tree update. From this version onwards, it is ensured that the performance through this setting is no longer influence.

    5.2.8 Unwanted graphic exchange while updating PI drawings In some situations, it may occur that the individual symbols were automatically replaced by other symbols in a PI-drawing. This unwanted graphic exchange is done with data error. In some objects, several possible graphic entries are defined for an object, but only one graphic entry is given by Default. However, in this error case, several graphic entries were marked as default. Normally, CADISON is in a position to identify and clean this error. In such a case, the graphic entry used by the already placed graphic is checked, and only this graphic entry is set to default. In case of other graphic entries, the default identification is removed. With this update, CADISON checks whether the supposed currently used graphic entry is also actually used by the graphic placed. The placed graphic contains the P_blockfilename property, which indicates, on which block is the graphic based. In the supposedly used graphic entry, it is then checked, whether this uses the same block name. If not, the graphic entry is searched, which uses this block name, and only this is set as default graphic entry and this is then also assigned to the placed graphic. The same test is carried out now even if there is no single graphic entry set as default in an object. Still then it is checked, whether the graphic entry currently used is also the actual entry, which can be identified via P_blockfilename.

    5.2.9 Faulty defined 4th connection point in measuring points

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    In some measuring points, the fourth connection point, which lies on the right of symbol, was defined incorrectly. The connection used the Y-axis as connection direction instead of X-axis. The relevant symbols are corrected in this version.

    5.2.10 Automatic loading of MPL styles If a new pipe route is drawn and this uses a MPL-style, normally the MPL-styles required by CADISON are automatically loaded. Previously, this used to not work, if the MPL-style requires an AutoCAD-line style, which is currently not loaded. Then, CADISON didnt generate MPL-styles, but a normal AutoCAD 2D-polyline. From this version onwards, the required AutoCAD line type is automatically reloaded (if available).

    5.2.11 Create visible Pipe Crossings command not working in inch-drawings If an AutoCAD-drawing uses an imperial unit (inch), the Create visible Pipe Crossings command wasnt working properly. The number entered was not converted correctly to inches. Moreover, the command showed the unit mm instead of inch. From this version onwards, mm is shown for metric drawings and inch for imperial drawings and used for further calculation.

    5.2.12 Fixed issue in DWG neutral export of MPL lines. After neutral exports of drawing having MPL lines, MPL gaps (jumpers) were placed at different positions with wrong orientation. This issue is fixed.

    5.2.13 DWG Neutralexport asks for login details If the DWG Neutralexport is opened, a new Designer is started to run the Export. This again asks for a CADISON-Login. From this version onwards, the newly started Designer automatically takes the Login of the CADISON application, from which it was started.

    5.2.14 Undesired graphic exchange while opening a drawing In some cases, it may happen that while opening a 2D drawing, a placed symbol was replaced through another symbol. This could happen, if the object has several graphic definitions for the current drawing type, then none of these is set to default graphic entry. From this version onwards, in such situation, the graphic entry used from the placed graphic is considered as default graphic entry for the object.

    5.2.15 Fixed issue with attributes of type List from file in Legend. Fixed issue with attribute of type List from file in Legend. When user modifies config file for legend to show an attribute of type LFF, only row number was getting displayed in legend box instead of value. Fixe this to display actual value of attribute.

    5.2.16 Supported media with MPL as line type in legend Media with MPL as line type is handled in legend box.

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    6 3D Designer

    6.1 New function 6.1.1 New steel structure types added From this version onwards there are two new steel structure types Truss for roof construction and Caged ladder is added. The new types were added for the selection list of the STRUCTURETYPE property in the ITF-STST (Steel structure) object class.

    6.1.2 Steel Layout: O (Circular) shape section In this release 'O' (Circular) section is added as standard steel section shape. Users can now insert 'O' shaped beams using 'Insert Beam' command. Accordingly Beam Selector dialogs are enhanced to include filtering and selection of 'O' shaped beams.Corresponding properties are added to MATPIPE Object Model, Steel Catalogs that are part of Cadison Standard installation are updated.

    6.1.3 Steel Layout: Wizard based Caged Ladder A new wizard has been added to Steel Layout for creating caged ladder using user selected steel beams.Wizard allows users to provide parameters essential for Caged Ladder and select steel beam to create the caged ladder.The resulting steel structure uses rectangular curved beam which is introduced in this release.

    6.1.4 Section Box Section Box object is provided to create and update section views easily. By section box object in 3D Drawing, it shows visually components that will be shown in section views. User can adjust section box to corret output in section views.By dragging section box in layout, section views can be created. A new section view definition object will be created with it, where view parameters can be set.Section lines can be created with command and selecting section box in viewport.Section views and section lines will be updated as per section box changes in 3D model with update command.

    6.1.5 Open Continuation drawing in AutoCAD with Single on cross reference object

    To ease the use we have addes the quick process of opening the continuation drawing in a single click on the continuation symbol (cross reference object) when found in the drawing in CADISON Designer only.After the drawing is opened by CADISON, it also highlights the connected cross reference object.On right click "Highlight Target" menu option is shown.

    6.1.6 Steel Layout: Wizard based Truss A new wizard has been added to Steel Layout for creating various Trusses using user selected steel beams. Wizard allows users to provide parameters essential for Truss and select steel beam to create the Truss. Following types of Trusses can be created using the wizard 1. Hove Roof (King: Even number of bays, Queen: Odd number of bays) 2. Hove Roof with Overhang (King: Even number of bays, Queen: Odd number of bays) 3. Warren 4. Pratt 5. Lattice 6. North Light

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    6.1.7 Steel Layout: Edit Steel Stuctures Using Edit Structures in Steel Layout, users can edit previously created steel structures using wizards for Platform, Ladder, Caged Ladder, Staircase, Truss and Watertank.Once user selects the structure, users can see the parameters values used earlier for the structure which can be edited. After user has finished editing the values, users can place the structure with revised values to desired location.Editing of handrails and custom steel structures (assemblies) is not supported by 'Edit Structure'.

    6.1.8 Steel Layout: Cardinal Point Steel Beam Object is updated to record and retain the cardinal point position used while placing the beam using Insert beam command. Further the stored cardinal point is used for simplified and single line representation of beam object. Cardinal point can be changed through graphic properties of the beam


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