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Module 01 of 5

Introduction & Setup

What SiteWorx/OS is, what hardware it needs, how to install and register it, license terms, and how to get hold of Vertigraph.

18 topics to read·12 quiz questions·pass = 75%
Step 1 · Read

18 topics in this module

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  1. 01
    IntroductionWelcome Changes from Version 9 System Requirements Installation Instructions Register the Software Technical Support SiteWorx/OS License Agreement
  2. 02
    WelcomeWelcome and thank you for using SiteWorx/OS. Vertigraph develops and sells takeoff and estimating software for the construction industry. Our aim is to help you increase your profits and productivity.
  3. 03
    Changes from Version 9Editing of takeoff objects. Ability to display proposed contour lines with project boundary. User defined cross sections . Ability to display cross sections along trench lines. Pipe/conduit Invert ele
  4. 04
    System RequirementsSiteWorx/OS Minimum requirements: Windows 10 64 bit operating system 8GB of random access memory 1200 X 900 Display resolution Vertigraph recommends: Windows 10 Pro 64 bit operating system 8 Core CPU
  5. 05
    Installation InstructionsInstall the SiteWorx/OS software to the computer's hard drive via compact disc or by downloading the software from Vertigraph's home page at https://www.vertigraph.com. If you download the setup file
  6. 06
    Register the SoftwareAfter installing SiteWorx/OS, you may to use the software for fifteen (14) days before you must register. Please contact Vertigraph, Inc. at any time to register the software license.
  7. 07
    Technical SupportIf you need technical assistance: Submit a Request on our website Contact us via email at support@vertigraph.com or phone at 214-340-9436 UK and Ireland customers please call Takeoff Software at 01782
  8. 08
    SiteWorx/OS License AgreementVertigraph, Inc. ("Licenser") grants to the purchaser of the SiteWorx/OS Software License ("Licensee") a non transferable license to use SiteWorx/OS ("Licensed Software"). Use of the Licensed Software
  9. 09
    Contact VertigraphVertigraph, Inc can be contacted by phone at 800.989.4243 or 214.340.9436 or via email at info@vertigraph.com . You can visit the Vertigraph Website to contact us. UK and Ireland customers please call
  10. 10
    Save Takeoff PropertiesSiteWorx/OS maintains default property values for all takeoff objects . These properties include, where applicable, Line Width, Line Style, Fill Style and Point Style. Normally, these properties are c
  11. 11
    Boring LogSelect Boring Log from the takeoff combo , the takeoff popup menu or the takeoff menu to view or digitize boring logs. To use boring logs, they must be enabled at the Project tab . See also: Boring Lo
  12. 12
    Cross Section LineSelect Cross Section Line from the takeoff combo , the takeoff popup menu or the takeoff menu to view or digitize cross section lines. Cross sections along these lines can the be viewed at the Cross S
  13. 13
    Trench Surface ElevationSiteWorx/OS provides four selections for the surface elevation used in calculating Trench Cut and Fill for Pipe/Conduit trenches. Proposed Elevation: Use this option if trenches are excavated after si
  14. 14
    Trench Invert ElevationSiteWorx/OS provides two definitions for the invert elevation entered for trenches. Bottom of Trench . Bottom of Pipe . The bottom bedding depth will be added to determine the bottom of the trench. No
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    Save as XLSPress this button to save the calculation results as an xls or xlsx file for use in Excel. A dialog will be displayed to allow slection of the location and file name.
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    View Proposed Contour LinesWhen this option is selected, the proposed contour lines will be shown when displaying the project boundary .
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    Trench Data TabThis tab displays the calculated data for the selected trench. If boring logs are not used, all subsoil cut is assumed to useable as fill. Rock cut cannot be calculated and is set to 0.
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    Takeoff ComboSelect the takeoff object from the list.
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Introduction & Setup quiz

Welcome, system requirements, installation, registration, and license terms.

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