Identification: 

• Family Name:  F.Columns.Interior.Rectangular

• Category: Columns - not a Structural Columns

Location in Project Documentation:

• A5.11 -  Floor Plans 

Info:

• Object Style Subcategory: Non-Core Layers - Like Walls this allows the non-core layers to be turned off as the family mimics walls.

Types:

• WW53-1HR-04-INT(GYP)_24" x 24"

Parameter:

• F.Length = Type, Length - Column exterior length (long side of column)

• F.Finish = Type, Length - Column finish thickness

• F.Structure = Type, Length - Column Structure thickness

• F.width = Type, Length - Column exterior width (short side of column)

• Material = Built-in parameter - This can be set to match the wall type, color/ material/ asset

• URL = Type, URL - Default preset and is used in combination with the Lookup tool on the Forum Ribbon to link to this page and section

• Keynote: Built-in parameter - The below Keynotes correspond to the types. 

  • • xxxx.xx

Commentary: 

• This family is for the case where walls would otherwise be used to wrap a Structural Column and the short length of the walls and wall joins have errors, using this family can simplify the case.

• A second family similar will be needed for exterior walls/ columns as you can not add a layer or have a layer of the wall/column that is zero.

Other References:

• Walls 

Identification:

• Family Name: F.Grab Bar.U-Shape

• Category: Generic Models

Location in Project Documentation:

• A5.11 -  Floor Plans 

• A5.61 -  Unit Plans & Interior Elevations 

Building Code:

•  FBC 609.3 Spacing.

The space between the wall and the grab bar shall be 1 1/2 inches (38 mm)

• FBC 609.2.1 Circular Cross Section.

Grab bars with circular cross sections shall have an outside diameter of 1 1/4 inches (32 mm) minimum and 2 inches (51 mm) maximum

Types:

• F.U-Shape.1 1/2"

• F.U-Shape.1 1/4"

Parameter: 

• F.Diameter = Type, Dimensions - Controls the diameter of the grab bar

• F.Height = Type, Dimensions - Controls the height of the grab bar off the ground

• F.Width = Type, Dimensions, - Controls the width of the grab bar

• F.Length = Type, Dimensions - Controls the length of the grab bar

• F.Bend = Type, Dimensions - Controls the arc of the bend

  • Formula = F.Diameter

• F.Plate Diameter =Type, Dimensions - Controls the diameter of the mounting plate connected to the wall

  • Formula = F.Diameter * 2

• F.X (Do not change) = Type, Dimensions - Controls the distance of the grab bar from the wall per FBC 609.3 Spacing

  • Formula = 0' 1 1/2" + F.Diameter / 2

• F.URL = Type,URL - Default preset and is used in combination with the Lookup tool on the Forum Ribbon to link to this page and section

• Keynote: Built-in parameter - The below Keynotes correspond to the types.  

  • • 1028.11 Type: F.U-Shape.1 1/2"

Identification:

• Family Name: F.Grab Bar.Horizontal.Vertical

• Category: Generic Models

Location in Project Documentation:

• A5.11 -  Floor Plans 

• A5.61 -  Unit Plans & Interior Elevations 

Building Code:

•  FBC 609.3 Spacing.

The space between the wall and the grab bar shall be 11/2 inches (38 mm)

• FBC 609.2.1 Circular Cross Section.

Grab bars with circular cross sections shall have an outside diameter of 1 1/4 inches (32 mm) minimum and 2 inches (51 mm) maximum

Types:

• F.Horizontal.12"x1.5"

• F.Horizontal.18"x1.5"

• F.Horizontal.24"x1.5"

• F.Horizontal.36"x1.5"

• F.Horizontal.42"x1.5"

• F.Vertical.12"x1.5"

• F.Vertical.18"x1.5"

• F.Vertical.24"x1.5"

• F.Vertical.36"x1.5"

• F.Vertical.42"x1.5"

Parameter: 

• F.Diameter = Type, Dimensions - Controls the diameter of the grab bar

• F.Height = Type, Dimensions - Controls the height of the grab bar off the ground

• F.Horizontal Grab Bar Length = Type, Dimensions - Controls the length of the horizontal grab bar

• F.Vertical Grab Bar Length = Type, Dimensions - Controls the length of the vertical grab bar

• F.Bend = Type, Dimensions - Controls the arc of the bend

  • Formula = F.Diameter

• F.Plate Diameter = Type, Dimensions - Controls the diameter of the mounting plate connected to the wall

  • Formula = F.Diameter * 2

• F.Horizontal Grab Bar = Type, Yes/No, Visibility - Controls the visibililty of the Vertical Grab Bar

• F.Vertical Grab Bar = Type, Yes/No, Visibility - Controls the visibililty of the Vertical Grab Bar

• F.URL = Type,URL = Default preset and is used in combination with the Lookup tool on the Forum Ribbon to link to this page and section

• Keynote: Built-in parameter - The below Keynotes correspond to the types. 

  • • 1028.06 - Type: F.Horizontal.12"x1.5", F.Vertical.12"x1.5"

    • 1028.07 - Type: F.Horizontal.18"x1.5", F.Vertical.18"x1.5"

    • 1028.08 - Type: F.Horizontal.24"x1.5", F.Vertical.24"x1.5"

    • 1028.09 - Type: F.Horizontal.36"x1.5", F.Vertical.36"x1.5"  

    • 1028.10 - Type: F.Horizontal.42"x1.5", F.Vertical.42"x1.5"

Identification:

• Family Name: F.

• Category: 

Location in Project Documentation:

Building Code:

Info:

Types:

• F.

Parameter: 

• F. =Type, Yes/No, Visibility

• F.URL = Type,URL - Default preset and is used in combination with the Lookup tool on the Forum Ribbon to link to this page and section

• Keynote: Built-in parameter - The below Keynotes correspond to the types. 

  • • xxxx.xx

Calculated Value: 

• F. = T

Formula : 

Other References:

Commentary: 

Identification: 

• Family Name: F.Plumbing Fixtures.Sink.Mirror.Wall Hosted

• Category: Plumbing Fixture wall-based

Location in Project Documentation:

• A5.11 -  Floor Plans 

• A5.61 -  Unit Plans & Interior Elevations 

Building Code:

• Rear Drain sink basin, Accessibility roll under Knee Clearance clashes with the P-trap

  • • Uniform Federal Accessibility Standards (UFAS): Chapter 4, Section 4.32.3.

    • ANSI A117.1: Section 306.3.

    • IBC References ANSI

    • ADA Section 306.3​,   https://www.ada-compliance.com/

    • FBC 306.3 Knee Clearance.

    • FAC 306.3 Knee Clearance

Info:

Types:

• F.ADA Mirror

• F.Standard Mirror

Parameter:

• F.Top of Sink = Type, Length, Dimensions -  Controls the location of the top of the sink

• F.Depth = Type, Length, Dimensions - Controls the sink depth

• F.Width = Type, Length, Dimensions -  Controls the width of the sink

• F.Vertical Thickness = Type, Length, Dimensions -  Controls the thickness of the sink vertically

• F.Rear Depth = Type, Length, Dimensions - Controls the depth of the rear portion of the sink connected to the wall

• F.P-Trap Distance = Type, Length, Dimensions - Controls the distance of the P-trap from the bottom of the sink

• F.Bottom of Mirror = Type, Length, Dimensions - Controls the location of the bottom of the mirror (reflective surface)

  • • Formula = F.Top of Sink + 0'  5"

• F.Mirror Height = Type, Length, Dimensions -  Controls the height of the mirror

• F.Mirror Width = Type, Length, Dimensions - Controls the width of the mirror

• F.ADA Mirror = Type, Yes/No, Visibility - Controls the visibility of the ADA mirror

• F.Standard Mirror = Type, Yes/No, Visibility - Controls the visibility of the standard mirror

• Default Elevation = System Parameter - Set to be the same as F.Top of Sink so when placed in plan, the sink will be at the correct elevation

  • • Formula = F.Top of Sink

• Keynote: Built-in parameter - The below Keynotes correspond to the types. 

  • • xxxx.xx

Commentary: 

• Make sure to set the Elevation from Level in the project to 0', 0" for the family to flex properly vertically

Other References:

Identification: 

• Family Name:  F.Plumbing Fixtures.Standpipe

• Category: Plumbing Fixtures

Location in Project Documentation:

• A1.11 -  Life Safety Plan 

• A5.11 -  Floor Plans

Building Code:

• FFPC

• NFPA 14

• FBC section 905 Standpipe Systems

• FBC Egress at stairs and standpipe

Info:

• Object Style Subcategory: Standpipe

• The family contains a 3D solid vertical cylinder for the standpipe with its visibility controlled with the object style subcategory.

• The family contains Symbolic lines that look like piping symbols. Each symbol is grouped and named as the function of the symbol.

Types:

• F.Default

• F.R13

Parameter:

• F.Height = Type, Length - Vertical Height form placed level. Change this default of 55'0" to reflect the actual height of the standpipe to control its visibility at each level.

• F.R13 System = Type, Yes/No, Visibility - Controls the visibility of the additional valves and sensors of the R13 system at the standpipe

• Material = Built-in parameter - TBD

• Keynote: Built-in parameter - The below Keynotes correspond to the types. 

  • • 2113.01

• URL = Type, URL - Default preset and is used in combination with the Lookup tool on the Forum Ribbon to link to this page and section

• Keynote: Built-in parameter - The below Keynotes correspond to the types. 

  • • xxxx.xx

Commentary: 

• This family is built as a pseudo-representation of a Standpipe system. It is not Revit pipe, pipe fittings, and fixtures properly modeled with Revit tools but a single family to place by the architecture team with the intent of showing where to locate the Standpipe in the building for coordination by a fire protection engineer.

• This family is used by the Architecture team to ensure that the standpipe, valves, and sensors do not encroach on the egress requirements. 

• 3D Valves should be added to this family in the future for 3d coordination.

• Access panels for Fire Hose Valves at each floor to be evaluated for addtion

Other References:

Identification: 

• Family Name: F.SPEQ.Fire Extinguisher.Cabinet.Wall

• Category: Specialty Equipment

Location in Project Documentation:

• A1.11 -  Life Safety Plan 

• A5.11 -  Floor Plans

Building Code:

• FL NFPA 1, 13.6.3.1.3.8.1 ('23)

  • Fire extinguishers having a gross weight not exceeding 40 lb (18.14 kg) shall be installed so that the top of the fire extinguisher is not more than 5 ft (1.53 m) above the floor. [10:6.1.3.8.1]

• FL NFPA 1, 13.6.3.1.3.8.2 ('23)

  • Fire extinguishers having a gross weight greater than 40 lb (18.14 kg) (except wheeled types) shall be installed so that the top of the fire extinguisher is not more than 31/2 ft (1.07 m) above the floor. [10:6.1.3.8.2]

• ADA ACCESSIBLE REACH REQUIREMENTS

  • 308.3.1 Unobstructed.  Where a clear floor or ground space allows a parallel approach to an element and the side reach is unobstructed, the high side reach shall be 48 inches (1220 mm) maximum and the low side reach shall be 15 inches (380 mm) minimum above the finish floor or ground.

Info:

• The F.SPEQ.Fire Extinguisher.Cabinet.Wall family was designed to accommodate the largest fire extinguisher specified by Amerex: the Amerex Purple K Dry Chemical 796 Extinguisher. This extinguisher measures 26.5 inches in height, 11 inches in width, and 8 inches in depth, with a total weight of 56 lbs.

• By designing the cabinet to fit the largest possible extinguisher, we ensure that it can be installed at a compliant height for all extinguisher sizes. This approach guarantees that any extinguisher used in a project will be positioned at the correct and accessible height.

Types:

• F.Recessed.Floor Plan.Bottom

• F.Recessed.Floor Plan.Top

• F.Recessed.Life Safety.Bottom

• F.Recessed.Life Safety.Top

• F.Semi-Recessed.Floor Plan.Bottom

• F.Semi-Recessed.Floor Plan.Top

• F.Semi-Recessed.Life Safety.Bottom

• F.Semi-Recessed.Life Safety.Top

• F.Surface.Floor Plan.Bottom

• F.Surface.Floor Plan.Top

• F.Surface.Life Safety.Bottom

• F.Surface.Life Safety.Top

Parameter

• F.Box Depth = Type, Length, Dimensions - Controls how far the box protrudes in to the wall

  • Formula = (F.Depth - F.Extrusion)

• F.Depth = Type, Length, Dimensions - Controls the overall depth of the FE Cabinet.

  • Set to 7 3/8" by default. (Find code reference/reason as to why)

• F.Extrusion = Type, Length, Dimensions - Controls how far the exterior portion of the cabinet extrudes outside of the wall.

• F.Height = Type, Length, Dimensions - Controls how tall the cabinet is

• F.Width = Type, Length, Dimensions - Controls how wide the cabinet is

• F.Life Safety.FE Symbol.Bottom = Type, Yes/No, Visibility - Controls visibility of large Life Safety FE symbol rotated for instances when the cabinet is placed on the bottom of a wall in plan view.

• F.Life Safety.FE Symbol.Top = Type, Yes/No, Visibility - Controls visibility of large Life Safety FE symbol for instances when the cabinet is placed on the top of a wall in plan view.

• F.Floor Plan FE Symbol.Bottom = Type, Yes/No, Visibility - Controls visibility of small plan FE symbol rotated for instances when the cabinet is placed on the bottom of a wall in plan view.

• F.Floor Plan FE Symbol.Top  = Type, Yes/No, Visibility - Controls visibility of small plan FE symbol for instances when the cabinet is placed on the top of a wall in plan view.

• F.Lines = Type, Yes/No, Visibility -  Controls the visibility of the lines for the FE Cabinet when the cabinet protrudes in to the wall. Turned off for F.Surface types.

• F.Height Clearance Zones = Instance, Yes/No, Visibility -  Controls the visibility of the clearance zone extrusions

• F.URL = Type, URL - Default preset and is used in combination with the Lookup tool on the Forum Ribbon to link to this page and section

• Keynote: Built-in parameter - The below Keynotes correspond to the types. 

  • • xxxx.xx

Materials

The height clearance zone material parameters for the FE Cabinet are listed here

Commentary: 

• To learn how to use the F.SPEQ.Fire Extinguisher.Cabinet.Wall  family, visit the sheet pages the family is located on.

  • A1.11 -  Life Safety Plan 

  • A5.11 -  Floor Plans