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 ==Things To Know==
-*''This tutorial is designed to walk the user through creating a Panel in the Assembly design interface. As you go through this tutorial, later procedures will assume that you understand all earlier procedures. Because of this, it is very important that you carefully step through this guide, understanding everything along the way and following all steps in order.''
+*''This tutorial is designed to walk the user through creating a part in the Assembly design interface. As you go through this tutorial, later procedures will assume that you understand all earlier procedures. Because of this, it is very important that you carefully step through this guide, understanding everything along the way and following all steps in order.''
 *'''A few key items need to be addressed before starting the step-by-step instructions of this tutorial. It is very important for Bend-Tech users to completely understand these items:'''

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 ==Things To Know==
-*''This tutorial is designed to walk the user through creating an Assembly design. As you go through this tutorial, later procedures will assume that you understand all earlier procedures. Because of this, it is very important that you carefully step through this guide, understanding everything along the way and following all steps in order.''
+*''This tutorial is designed to walk the user through creating a Panel in the Assembly design interface. As you go through this tutorial, later procedures will assume that you understand all earlier procedures. Because of this, it is very important that you carefully step through this guide, understanding everything along the way and following all steps in order.''
 *'''A few key items need to be addressed before starting the step-by-step instructions of this tutorial. It is very important for Bend-Tech users to completely understand these items:'''
 ;1) [[PickPoints]]
-:PICKPOINTS ARE USED FOR EVERYTHING.  The Header part of the software is largely run in full 3D.  Because a computer screen is only 2D, there is an unlimited amount of depth behind and in front of the cursor. A PickPoint is a point in 3D space that can be used for creating, editing, and placing parts in Header design. PickPoints can be placed in a 2D environment by having their depth manually entered in the appropriate value fields.
+:PICKPOINTS ARE USED FOR EVERYTHING.  The Assembly part of the software is largely run in full 3D.  Because a computer screen is only 2D, there is an unlimited amount of depth behind and in front of the cursor. A PickPoint is a point in 3D space that can be used for creating, editing, and placing parts in Assembly design. PickPoints can be placed in a 2D environment by having their depth manually entered in the appropriate value fields.
 :*There are 2 types of PickPoints; Those automatically created by the part by default (various colors) and user-defined points (green). In addition, the initial (0,0,0) point is an automatic point that resides at the center of the Tri-Star. The Tri-Star is our directional definition locator.
 ;2) Center Line & Apex
-:*Center Line: In the Header design environment we are working ''exclusively'' with the center-line of a part, as compared to the inside or outside.
+:*Center Line: In the Assembly design environment we are working ''exclusively'' with the center-line of a part, as compared to the inside or outside.
-:*Apex:  Most bend locations are created in Header design with the '''Apex'''. Our definition of apex is the intersection of the straight tubes as if there wasn’t a radius.
+:*Apex:  Most bend locations are created in Assembly design with the '''Apex'''. Our definition of apex is the intersection of the straight tubes as if there wasn’t a radius.
 :This is demonstrated in the picture below.

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 ==Things To Know==
-*''This tutorial is designed to walk the user through creating a Header design. As you go through this tutorial, later procedures will assume that you understand all earlier procedures. Because of this, it is very important that you carefully step through this guide, understanding everything along the way and following all steps in order.''
+*''This tutorial is designed to walk the user through creating an Assembly design. As you go through this tutorial, later procedures will assume that you understand all earlier procedures. Because of this, it is very important that you carefully step through this guide, understanding everything along the way and following all steps in order.''
 *'''A few key items need to be addressed before starting the step-by-step instructions of this tutorial. It is very important for Bend-Tech users to completely understand these items:'''

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 ==Assembly Tutorial==
-*In this tutorial we will be building the assembly as shown in the picture below:
+*In this tutorial we will be building the assembly as shown in the pictures below:
-[[File:W3.PNG]]
+[[File:W1.PNG]] [[File:W2.PNG]] [[File:W3.PNG]] [[File:W4.PNG]]

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 ==Assembly Tutorial==
-*In this tutorial we will be building the assembly as shown in the pictures below:
+*In this tutorial we will be building the assembly as shown in the picture below:
-[[File:W1.PNG]] [[File:W2.PNG]] [[File:W3.PNG]] [[File:W4.PNG]]
+[[File:W3.PNG]]

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	Here is our finished project. To see your project fully shaded like the picture below, click the little arrow next to the '''Display Mode''' button on the main toolbar and click on '''Shaded'''.		Here is our finished project. To see your project fully shaded like the picture below, click the little arrow next to the '''Display Mode''' button on the main toolbar and click on '''Shaded'''.

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	Here is our finished project. To see your project fully shaded like the picture below, click the little arrow next to the '''Display Mode''' button on the main toolbar and click on '''Shaded'''.		Here is our finished project. To see your project fully shaded like the picture below, click the little arrow next to the '''Display Mode''' button on the main toolbar and click on '''Shaded'''.

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	Here is our finished project. To see your project fully shaded like the picture below, click the little arrow next to the '''Display Mode''' button on the main toolbar and click on '''Shaded'''.		Here is our finished project. To see your project fully shaded like the picture below, click the little arrow next to the '''Display Mode''' button on the main toolbar and click on '''Shaded'''.

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-==Before you Begin==
+==Things To Know==
-''This tutorial is designed to step you through creating an assembly. As you go through this tutorial, later procedures will assume that you understand all earlier procedures. Because of this, it is very important that you carefully step through this guide, understanding everything along the way and following all steps in order.''
+*''This tutorial is designed to walk the user through creating a Header design. As you go through this tutorial, later procedures will assume that you understand all earlier procedures. Because of this, it is very important that you carefully step through this guide, understanding everything along the way and following all steps in order.''
-We would like to cover a few key items before starting the step-by-step instructions of the tutorial. It is very important you completely understand these items:
+*'''A few key items need to be addressed before starting the step-by-step instructions of this tutorial. It is very important for Bend-Tech users to completely understand these items:'''
-;1) PickPoints
+;1) [[PickPoints]]
-:PICKPOINTS ARE USED FOR EVERYTHING.  The assembly part of the software is largely run in full 3D.  Because a computer screen is only 2D, there is an unlimited amount of depth behind and in front of the cursor. A PickPoint is a point in 3D space that can be used for creating, editing, and placing parts in assembly. PickPoints can be placed in a 2D environment by having their depth manually entered.
+:PICKPOINTS ARE USED FOR EVERYTHING.  The Header part of the software is largely run in full 3D.  Because a computer screen is only 2D, there is an unlimited amount of depth behind and in front of the cursor. A PickPoint is a point in 3D space that can be used for creating, editing, and placing parts in Header design. PickPoints can be placed in a 2D environment by having their depth manually entered in the appropriate value fields.
 ;2) Center Line & Apex
-:Center Line: In the assembly environment we are working ''exclusively'' with the center-line of a part, as compared to the inside or outside.
+:*Center Line: In the Header design environment we are working ''exclusively'' with the center-line of a part, as compared to the inside or outside.
-:Apex:  The bend locations are created in assembly exclusively with the apex.  Our definition of apex is the intersection of the straight tubes as if there wasn’t a radius.
+:*Apex:  Most bend locations are created in Header design with the '''Apex'''. Our definition of apex is the intersection of the straight tubes as if there wasn’t a radius.
 :This is demonstrated in the picture below.
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-;3) Defining Parts
+;3) Locational Orientation
-:It is possible to create parts in the template and custom part interfaces, however, starting out this way tends to get confusing for new users of the software.  It appears that there is a higher level of success with customers who start out designing parts directly in the assembly interface.
+:*Designing seems to work the best if users imagine they are standing behind the vehicle at a 45 degree angle. This way left is left and right is right. Take a minute and examine the Tri-Star to get your orientation.
 :Notice how the truck in the picture is setup with the same orientation.
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 [[File:W6.JPG|x140px]]  [[File:W7.PNG]]
 ==Assembly Tutorial==
-In this tutorial we will be building the assembly as shown in the pictures below:
+*In this tutorial we will be building the assembly as shown in the pictures below:
 [[File:W1.PNG]] [[File:W2.PNG]] [[File:W3.PNG]] [[File:W4.PNG]]
-Start out by selecting the '''File -> New -> Assembly''' from the main pull-down menu at the top of the screen. Alternatively, you may also click the '''New Assembly''' icon in the main toolbar.
+*Start out by selecting the '''File -> New -> Assembly''' from the main pull-down menu at the top of the screen. Alternatively, you may also select the '''New Assembly''' icon in the main toolbar.
 [[File:W9.JPG]]  [[File:W10.PNG]]
-The Assembly window is broke down into 3 main areas:
+'''The Assembly window is broke down into 3 main areas:'''
 *On the left is the tab area where we make our feature selections and value inputs.
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 '''Creating the first Part:'''
-Notice we have highlighted the part we are going to work on first. The dimensions for this part are displayed in the picture below.
+*Notice the first part being made in this tutorial is highlighted . The dimensions for this part are displayed in the picture below.
 [[File:W11.PNG]]  [[File:W13.PNG]]
-We are going to create the 4 PickPoints representing this part.
+*4 PickPoints need to be created in representing this part.
 *one PickPoint at the start.
 *one PickPoint at each bend.
-*one PickPoint at the very end
+*one PickPoint at the very end.
-To begin, select the '''PickPoints''' Tab.
+*To begin, select the '''PickPoints''' Tab.
 [[File:W12.JPG]]
-Click the '''Set Reference''' button and then pick the point at the center of the '''Tri-Star'''. It maybe hard to see, however, there is a green PickPoint at the center. When the PickPoint is selected it should turn RED or PURPLE.
+*Select the '''Set Reference''' button and then pick the point at the center of the '''Tri-Star'''. It maybe hard to see, however, there is a green PickPoint at the center. When the PickPoint is selected it should turn RED or PURPLE.
 [[File:W14.PNG]]
-Enter a value of '''36''' into the '''Ceiling''' field.
+*Type in a value of '''36''' into the '''Ceiling''' field.
 [[File:W15.PNG]]
-You will notice a purple PickPoint now located straight up from our Tri-Star point.  This new point represents ''36 to Ceiling'' from our selected reference point, which in this case is our Tri-Star location.
+*Notice that a purple PickPoint is now located straight up from our Tri-Star point.  This new point represents ''36 to Ceiling'' from our selected reference point, which in this case is the Tri-Star location.
 [[File:Assembly3.png]]
-If we take a careful look at our part design, you will notice the bend locations are not straight up, but are placed 6 inches inward.
+*Take a careful look at the part design,and notice the bend locations are not straight up, but are placed 6 inches inward.
 [[File:W16.PNG]]
-Enter '''6''' into the '''Left''' field.
+*Type '''6''' into the '''Left''' field.
 [[File:W18.PNG]]
-Press the '''Apply''' button. This will turn the new PickPoint from a purple dot to a green dot.
+*Select the '''Apply''' button. This will turn the new PickPoint from a purple dot to a green dot.
-Your display window should look similar to the picture below, with a PickPoint at the center of the Tri-Star and a new point above and slightly to the left of the Tri-Star.
+*The display window should look similar to the picture below, with a PickPoint at the center of the Tri-Star and a new point above and slightly to the left of the Tri-Star.
 [[File:W19.PNG]]
-Now click the '''Clear Values''' button to clear the fields.
+*Now, select the '''Clear Values''' button to clear the fields.
-Select your new PickPoint so that it becomes our Reference Point; this point should turn RED or PURPLE.
+*Select your new PickPoint so that it becomes our Reference Point; this point should turn RED or PURPLE.
 Remember: to set the reference point you must click '''Set Reference''' and then select the reference point.

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	Here is our finished project. To see your project fully shaded like the picture below, click the little arrow next to the '''Display Mode''' button on the main toolbar and click on '''Shaded'''.		Here is our finished project. To see your project fully shaded like the picture below, click the little arrow next to the '''Display Mode''' button on the main toolbar and click on '''Shaded'''.

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