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Loading Class Manual for intelliVIEW – Chapter 18 Steeple/Cupola Loading Steeples and Cupolas are unique structures that special analysis of the supporting trusses. The design process begins by contacting the EOR (Engineer of Record) or the AOR (Architect of Record) to acquire the steeple/cupola specifications. Information found in the specifications may include the following. - Wind data based on the specified building code and design criteria. - The height above ground that the base of the steeple/cupola will be. - Steeple/Cupola maximum weight - The geometry of the steeple/cupola, including the number of sections and the shape and size of each section. - The surface material of the steeple/cupola - How the steeple/cupola will be connected to the trusses. These factors are used to calculate the steeple/cupola loads that will be applied to the trusses. Once all the design specs are collected, the information can be forwarded onto your Alpine Engineer for the load calculation if needed. Once you have received the loads to be applied, you can create the appropriate load cases. There are five typical load cases that need to be created. Below are two methods to apply the loads. Both methods are acceptable and you should consult your Alpine engineer which is appropriate for your specific conditions. Method 1 Load the truss that will be supporting the steeple/cupola is into iDesign. Select the Loading icon . Make sure STD.AUTO.LOAD is the Current load case .