Systems are sets of profiles of various types that constitute a complete solution for the windows/doors type structures.

Profile Systems Menu
The profile systems dialogue is accessed from the Materials » Profiles » Profile Systems menu as seen from the picture below:

Profile Systems Dialog
The profile systems dialog allows the following operations: add, change, delete, copy / paste, print, export. For each facility access the corresponding button on the toolbar.

Add Profile Systems
Unlike other items placed in the database, a system can not be perfectly defined by entering information in the grid above. In the grid you will be able to add only main important information about profile systems. To introduce a new system the Add button on the toolbar is used exclusively. This opens a special dialog with the properties (parameters) of a system:

The parameters below should/may be filled in:

Code (required, must be unique)
Name (required)
Manufacturer. Company name that produces or distributes that system.
Type. System types available are: side-hung, sliding, shutters and insect nets. Depending on this parameter the program will seek to choose as default profile, certain types of profiles. (i.e.: for a system of sliding Ra Workshop will propose as default the sliding frame - if there is such a profile).
Material. Material type available versions are: PVC, aluminum and wood. Depending on this parameter the application changes its behavior to better adapt to the user’s requirements. (Ie: for a PVC system prices will use the linear meter, in exchange for an Aluminum system it will use a system for calculating the price per kg).
Fiting Plan. Select a fittin plan that will be applied for this profile system. This fitting plan will contain all accessories that are dependent by profiles and normally you will buy these accessories togheter with the profiles.
Currency. Currency in which prices for the elements that are part of this system are introduced. For information about the conversion of currency exchange rate read the Currency Exchange page.
Sash Tolerance (mm). Represents the distance between the frame and sash, expressed in millimeters. This value is taken or are measured from the profile catalog. The default is 12 mm. (i.e.: a PVC system with a 13mm shaft this value is 12 mm).
Glass Tolerance (mm). Is the distance with which the window will be smaller than the gap in which it will be put. This tolerance is applied on each side of the window. The default value is 5 mm. That will lead to a balancing space of 10 mm.
Minimum Gasket Tolerance (mm). The amount of the smallest combination of gaskets that is used for this system. The default is 6 mm. This implies that the window will be bordered by 2 gaskets of 3 mm. Depending on this parameter the application will propose the use of only the glazing beads that can be used in combination with the window they will be applied on.
Maximum Gasket Tolerance (mm). The amount of the biggest combination of gaskets that is used for this system. The default is 8 mm. This implies that the window will be bordered by 2 gaskets: a 3mm one and a 5mm one. Depending on this parameter the application will propose the use of only the glazing beads that can be used in combination with the window they will be applied on.
Threshold Tolerance (mm). The distance between threshold and sash/bottom rail expressed in mm. The default is 12 mm. The application will automatically set this value when using a threshold type profile.
Tolerance without Threshold (mm). The distance between the ground (floor) and sash/bottom rail expressed in mm. The default is 12 mm. The application will automatically set this value when it produces a structure without threshold.
Extra Sash Tolerance(mm). In certain situations two sashes can be added on a frame (a sash on the inside and one on the outside). An example is the addition of a mobile insect net. The default is 12 mm. The application will automatically set this value when it produces a structure with a sash on the outside of the frame. It is the equivalent of the Sash Tolerance parameter used above but for the second sash. The parammeter will be set on the second profile type system (i.e. insect net profile system).
Roller Extra Material (mm). In case the system is used for the roller type structures the application can supplement the amount of material resulting from the calculation, with a reserve. The default value is 0 mm. The application will supplement the amount of material used for the roller with the are calculated on the basis of this parameter.

To save the information press the OK button.

Change Profile Systems
Select the row with the system you want to modify and edit the desired fields. An easier option of editing is by using the edit button on the toolbar. This opens the window above in which the editing is more intuitive.
To save the information to press the Save button on the toolbar.

Delete Profile Systems
Select the rows you wish to remove and press the Delete button. To save the information press the OK button.

Important: a system cannot be removed as long as it contains profiles. To be able to delete a system you must first remove all profiles.

Systems

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