Where can I find different beam cross sections?

[Anonymous]

I am attempting to integrate actual structure into my project model, but we are relying on TJI's of varying sizes. The beam object from Archicad seems to only come with steel shapes. How or where can I get a TJI cross section to be used in the project?

Running Archicad 15

[David Maudlin]

Sasha:

If you want to use objects, there is a Wood I-Joist 15 object in the ArchiCAD Library. If you want to use a beam, then you can create your own TJI profile; if you are careful with the Stretch Lines placement, then one profile can be used for various sizes, see in the Help files: Virtual Building > Construction Elements > Place a Wall/Column/Beam with a Complex Profile > Creating or Editing a Complex Profile Element.

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David