Sign table

This function calculates quantities and presents them in a table.

A sign table is a complex object containing organized information about the various signs within a plan.

There are multiple pre-defined table templates available for common sign data requirements. These templates offer a convenient starting point, saving time and effort by providing a structured framework for organizing sign information. However, if the pre-defined options do not meet specific project needs or if there's a desire for a unique presentation of sign data, custom document templates can be created. This flexibility allows for tailoring the sign table to better match the desired information and format.

The command will display a dialogue with different options where the user normally only need to select the Template you would like to use and then press OK.  To select a custom template, click the "..." button located to the right of the list with available templates. The process of creating a custom template is explained in a separate section below. 

Select object:

Select the data you would like to be part of the table and press enter.

Insertion point:

Pick a location in the drawing for the location of the table (upper left corner of table).

The table will look something like this:

Note: The sign table, being a standard CAD Table object, can be manipulated using conventional CAD commands and functionalities. This means that the dimensions of the table, including the width and height of individual rows and columns, can be adjusted as needed. 

To change the size of a row or column, simply select the row or column and then click and drag the grips that appear. The grips are small handles located on the edges of the selected area. By dragging these grips, you can easily increase or decrease the size of the row or column.

For more detailed instructions and advanced options for modifying tables, you can study the help documentation of your specific CAD software. The help system will provide detailed information on all the available tools for working with tables in your CAD program.

User defined template

To create a custom template for the sign table, you must first create a DWG (Drawing) file. This DWG file needs to be structured in a specific manner for the Road Sign program to recognize and utilize it.

The template design within the DWG file must be defined as a BLOCK. This allows the template to be easily inserted and manipulated as one unit. Furthermore, it's crucial that the BLOCK within the DWG file has the same name as the DWG file itself. This naming convention ensures that the program can correctly identify and associate the template block with the appropriate DWG file.

By following these specific guidelines for creating the DWG file and template block, you can successfully integrate your custom design into the sign table.

The design template for the table offers flexibility while maintaining a crucial requirement: the data types within each cell must conform to a predetermined standard. To facilitate this, the CAD program using three default cell styles that can be utilized within the framework of a standard table template. These default styles likely provide a foundation for consistent data presentation and ensure compatibility with the program's functionalities.

To input data, begin by selecting the designated Data cell. Then, enter the specific name of the TAG that corresponds to the data you want to retrieve.

Important Note: For a comprehensive list of all the TAGs that are currently supported and compatible with this system, please refer to the provided list below. Ensure that the TAG you enter matches exactly with one of the supported TAGs to guarantee accurate data retrieval.

Data from 2D plan

TAG Description

POS_NUMBER Pos. No. as block

POS_NUMBER_TXT Pos. No. as text

POS_COORDINATE X- and Y-coordinate for 2D-pole symbol

POS_COORDINATE_X X-coordinate for 2D-pole symbol

POS_COORDINATE_Y Y-coordinate for 2D-pole symbol

SIGN_NUMBER Sign number

SIGN_IMAGE Symbol of sign

NUMBER_OF_SIGNS Number of this sign in the selection 

SIGN_SIZE Size of the sign

SIGN_REFLECTION Value for retro reflection

Data from 3D plan (3DSIGN)

TAG Description

SECTION_NUMBER Section number 

PHASE_SIGN Phase - planned or existing 

PHASE_COMMON Phase - Common for a Pos. No. 

PHASE_MAST Phase - Mast  

PHASE_FOUNDATION Phase - Foundation  

PHASE_ASSEMBLY Phase - Assembly equipment  

PHASE_SIGN Phase - Sign  

NOTE_COMMON Note - Common for a Pos. No.  

NOTE_MAST Note - Mast  

NOTE_FOUNDATION Note - Foundation  

NOTE_ASSEMBLY Note - Assembly equipment  

NOTE_SIGN Note - Sign  

ECCENTRICITY Sign is placed laterally eccentrically on the mast  

MOUNTING_HEIGHT Distance from top of foundation to bottom edge of sign  

TM1_HEIGHT_OF_MAST Mast height (TM1)  

TM2_HEIGHT_OF_MAST Mast height (TM2)  

TM3_HEIGHT_OF_MAST Mast height (TM3)  

TM4_HEIGHT_OF_MAST Mast height (TM4)  

NUMBER_OF_MASTS Number of masts in this combination  

TYPE_OF_MAST Type of mast used  

TYPE_OF_FOUNDATION Type of foundation used 

C-C_DISTANCE C-C distance between masts  

BC_ELEV_LOWER_EDGE_SIGN Z-value for the lowest edge in the bottom sign (BC)

TBM1_TOP_OF_BASE_PLATE Z-value top foundation (TBM1)  

TBM2_TOP_OF_BASE_PLATE Z-value top foundation (TBM2)  

TBM3_TOP_OF_BASE_PLATE Z-value top foundation (TBM3)  

TBM4_TOP_OF_BASE_PLATE Z-value top foundation (TBM4)  

TYPE_OF_ASSEMBLYEQUIPMENT Type of assembly equipment  

SIGN_TEXTHEIGHT Text height used on sign in mm

SIGN_TH Text height used on sign in mm

SIGN_SIZE_1 Size of the sign in mm

SIGN_AREA Area of sign in m2

SIGN_BORDER_WIDTH Border width on sign

SIGN_MATERIAL Sign material used

SIGN_TARGETS Target text used on sign

SIGN_ROADNUMBERS Road numbers used on sign

SIGN_SYMBOLS Symbol numbers used on sign

TBM1_TOP_OF_BASE_PLATE_X X-coordinate top foundation (TBM1

TBM2_TOP_OF_BASE_PLATE_X X-coordinate top foundation (TBM2)

TBM3_TOP_OF_BASE_PLATE_X X-coordinate top foundation (TBM3)

TBM4_TOP_OF_BASE_PLATE_X X-coordinate top foundation (TBM4)

TBM1_TOP_OF_BASE_PLATE_Y Y-coordinate top foundation (TBM1)

TBM2_TOP_OF_BASE_PLATE_Y Y-coordinate top foundation (TBM2)

TBM3_TOP_OF_BASE_PLATE_Y Y-coordinate top foundation (TBM3)

TBM4_TOP_OF_BASE_PLATE_Y Y-coordinate top foundation (TBM4)