Press-In and Plant-On panels are ways to add structural backing or decorative elements to a component or design.
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Press-In-Panels
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The Press-In Panel (“PIP”) is found in the Other Panels parts dropdown.
The PIP can be used to add a structural panel to any part of a design, and it will automatically fill the space it is placed into.
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The PIP tool is similar to Press-In Backing (PIB), but instead of backing an entire component, they automatically fills the available space between components or parts (much like the applied panel tool). This means, unlike Press-in-Backing, they can be applied inside or outside of a component(for uses between lowers and upper components, for example).
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Press-In Panels are considered structural. They are TFL panels that are secured with Rafix TAB fittings. |
To add a PIP, select the option from Parts in the ELV ribbon toolbar. Hover over the desired location in or around a component, and left click to place when in position. As mentioned, it will automatically adjust to fit inside of a boundary created by components, fixed shelves, upright shelves, partitions, or other parts.
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There are currently no collision warnings when placing at the top of a component where there is a suspension rail and bracket to consider. Users must.. |
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If placing a panel into a multi-shelf group of fixed shelves, the shelves must first be exploded. |
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Users will receive an error if adding a back panel over a suspension rail. There are a few ways you can bypass this issue, either by changing the back offset (see below), by adding a faceplate, or by discussing a solution with your design manager or plan viewer. |
Double click to move the panel. It will automatically adjust if put into a space that is of a different size. Panels delete like other parts.
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PIP Properties
In the Properties of the Press-In Panel, users can select the Finish (TFL board material only). Rotate Grain can be turned on if wanting to change the direction of the board - The default is horizontal.
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Users will also see the ability to add a Plant on Panel.
Plant On Panels
If enabled (checked on), the Plant on Panel (POP) function can be used to create pops of color within a component that will stand out against the rest of the backing, or to highlight a specific focal point. It can also be used to add mirrors or other materials to or between components.
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