Medeek Floor
0.9.9e - 10.04.2024
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2350 installations
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Introduction
Welcome to the documentation for the Medeek Floor extension. Medeek Floor is a SketchUp Extension that provides a simple interface for creating accurate 3D floor framing geometry within SketchUp. This extension utilizes the SketchUp Ruby API programming interface and is compatible with the latest SketchUp releases (SketchUp Make 2017 64-bit and SketchUp Pro 2024 64-bit) as well as previous versions (2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023).
What Can You Do with Medeek Floor
Currently, the extension allows the creation of the following floor types (Metric and US/Imperial):
- Weyerhaeuser Trus Joist®: TJI 110, TJI 210, TJI 230, TJI 360, TJI 560, TJI 560D [with rim joists and sill plates]
- Boise Cascade BCI® Joists: BCI 4500, BCI 5000, BCI 6000, BCI 6500, BCI 60, BCI 90 [with rim joists and sill plates]
- LP SolidStart® I-Joists: LPI 450, LPI 530, LPI 18, LPI 36, LPI 56 [with rim joists and sill plates]
- Red Built Red-I™ I-Joists: 45, 65, 90, 90H, 90HS [with rim joists and sill plates]
- PinkWood SAFEjoists™ I-Joists: PKI 10, PKI 20, PKI 23, PKI 35Plus, PKI 40, PKI 50 [with rim joists and sill plates]
- Solid Sawn Joist [Metric and US/Imperial - with rim joists and sill plates]
- Face Mount Hangers
- Top Flange Hangers
- Skewed Hangers (45 degrees left/right)
- Metal Cross Bracing
- Customizable straps
- Solid Sawn Lumber Blocking
- I-Joist Blocking
- Inline or Staggered option
- Batt or Blown
- Customize insulation depth
- Staggered/Lapped Joists
- 3D Full Framing [wood joists and I-joists]
- 3D No Framing
- 2D
- Sub-groups within floor assemblies can be made persistent by naming these groups or component instances to (custom1, custom2, custom3, etc...)
- Sub-groups within floor assemblies can be made persistent and subtractive by naming these groups to (subtract1, subtract2, subtract3, etc...)
- Electrical components (switches, outlets, service panels, lights) can be installed into floor assemblies with the Medeek Electrical extension.
- (Under Construction) [IBC 2024 and ASCE 7-22]
The extension allows the user to create floor assemblies in polyline or face mode. When the floor tool is selected and the designer utilizes polyline mode the floor is then defined by selecting consecutive points until a close polygon is created.
Custom layers can be enabled in the global settings which allow various floor components to be placed on specific layers (tags). Auto assignment of materials (colors and textures) are available as an option within the "Materials" tab of the global settings.
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The extension currently has three primary design modes: Framing On, Framing Off and 2D. With the 2D option the floors are simply represented as planar faces and lines while still allowing the user to fully manipulate the floor panels and layout of openings. This mode is intended to be a very lightweight design mode and should allow the designer to quickly put together preliminary designs.
The "Framing Off" mode provides a full 3D model with all of the exterior element present however the internal framing of the floor is reduced to a single solid group. Additional elements that are found within the floor such as blocking, insulation and hardware are not represented in this mode. The "Framing On" mode is the most detailed mode of the extension and includes all the details of the previous mode along with full floor framing, hardware and insulation.
Advanced floor options allows for the creation of sill plates, decking, ceiling gypsum and insulation. The default parameters for each of these advanced options can be specificed with the global settings.
With Medeek Floor, you can accurately depict conventional wood frame construction within SketchUp and better validate your architectural models.
Engineering
The Medeek Floor extension is in the process of being integrated with a fully automated residential engineering engine. This future feature will provide structural engineering of all typical components of a residential structure and will include both vertical and lateral calculations. For additional engineering tools and site criteria maps please visit our Resources page.
Audience
This document is intended for architects, engineers, designers and homeowners who are using SketchUp as their primary 3D design tool. It provides a basic introduction to using the extension and reference material on the available parameters/options for its use.
License and Limits of Use
Medeek Floor is a proprietary softare developed for use with the SketchUp 3D modeling program. There are currently no limits in its use for both personal and commercial applications.
Download Trial
The trial version of the extension has all the features of the full extension however certain parameters may be limited to a specific range of values as well as limitations on opening sizes. The trial version is also time limited to a thirty day period from the date of installation. Once the trial period has expired you will no longer be able to create new floors however you can edit any existing floors and features.
If you are a material supplier or vendor interested in advertising or product placement within the extension please contact us at sales@medeek.com.
Please download the trial extension at the following link (extension serial number is "TRIAL"):
We strongly encourage downloading, installing and actually using the trial version of the extension prior to committing to the purchase of a license. This will allow you to accurately assess the capabilities of the extension and determine whether or not it fits within your workflow.
Permanent License
The permanent license or version of the extension is an unrestricted, full, and permanent license for both commercial and personal use. The number of installations per licensed copy is not limited, however the license can only be concurrently utilized on up to (3) separate machines.
Free upgrades to the latest version of the extension can be downloaded at any time, within one year of the purchase date, by logging into the Account Manager. Once the initial (one year) license period has expired the license can be renewed for ($60.00) on a yearly basis.
Please note, an active license is not required to continue to use the extension. The extension will continue to function even if the license expires. The only reason to renew your license is to gain access to recent upgrades to the extension and also enable unlimited phone and email support.
Please do not redistribute unlicensed copies of the extension. Download of the extension is available immediately after purchase.
Purchase Medeek Floor ($120.00) at the following link:
Please login to the Account Manager to download the most up-to-date version of the extension.
If you purchase the extension through a qualified reseller you may be eligible for a discount off of the full purchase price. Please contact one our resellers for more details.
Subscription License
The subscription license or version of the extension is also an unrestricted full license for both commercial and personal use. The number of installations per licensed copy is not limited, however the license can only be concurrently utilized on up to (3) separate machines.
Please note, an active subscription/license is required to continue to use the extension. Once the subscription has expired the extension will not longer have full functionality and the purchase of a new subscription is required to continue to use the extension with its full capabilities.
An active subscription has access to the latest upgrades/version of the extension and can be downloaded at any time during the subscription period (1 year). An active subscription also includes unlimited phone and email support.
Purchase the Medeek Floor Subscription ($40.00/year) at the following link:
mdkBIM
The mdkBIM suite combines all four extensions (Wall, Truss, Floor and Foundation) into one convenient package that can be purchased at a fairly sizable discount. The mdkBIM suite includes the full permanent version of all four extensions and will also include any future add-on plugins or modules.
Free upgrades to the latest versions of all four extensions can be downloaded at any time, within one year of the initial purchase date, by logging into the Account Manager. Once the initial (one year) license period has expired the licenses for each extension are renewed separately at their current renewal prices.
Purchase the mdkBIM Extension Suite [Permanent License] ($280.00) at the following link:
Educational License
For professors, teachers, instructors and students requesting a fully functioning (educational) licensed copy of the extension(s) for educational use, please setup a Client Profile here and then send your request via email to support@medeek.com (please also include your Client ID that is generated when you have created your new client profile).
Once we have received your proof of enrollment (ie. Student ID Card) or other educational documention for instructors we will issue you a one time educational discount code which will allow you to purchase the mdkBIM suite (permanent license) at 10% of the regular price ($28.00).
Since most educational licenses are not intended to be a long term solution (for students) there is no educational (discounted) license renewal path, however one can renew any educational license just as one would renew a regular permanent license at the regular renewal pricing.
Permanent license renewals for instructors and teachers is handled on a case-by-case basis. Please contact support@medeek.com if you need to renew your instructor's educational license(s).
Active Military License
For active members of the United States Armed Forces (Army, Air Force, Navy, Marine Corps, Coast Guard and Space Force) we also offer a discounted price on the mdkBIM Extension Suite. Active military requesting a fully functioning (miliary) licensed copy of the extension(s) for personal use, please setup a Client Profile here and then send your request via email to support@medeek.com (please also include your Client ID that is generated when you have created your new client profile).
Once we have received your proof of service (ie. Military ID Card) or other military documention we will issue you a one time military discount code which will allow you to purchase the mdkBIM suite (permanent license) at 50% of the regular price ($140.00).
There is currently no military (discounted) license renewal path, however one can renew any military license just as one would renew a regular permanent license at the regular renewal pricing.
Refunds
You have 14 days from the date of purchase to request a refund for your Medeek subscription or permanent license. After 14 days, you cannot obtain a full or partial refund. All refunds are subject to a 5% restocking (transaction) fee.
Installation
The recent versions of SketchUp allow you to install zipped Ruby files or extensions (.rbz) directly within SketchUp.
To install the Medeek Floor extension (.rbz file format) within SketchUp 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023 and 2024:
- Login into your computer as an admin before installing any Ruby scripts. This will make the installation go more smoothly and ensure that files get installed in the proper places.
- Within SketchUp select Window > Extension Manager (Microsoft Windows) or SketchUp > Extension Manager (Mac OS X). The Extension Manager dialog box is displayed.
- Click on the Install Extension button. The Open dialog box is displayed.
- Locate the Ruby zip file to install (.rbz).
- Click on the Open button. SketchUp will install the extension and display a security prompt.
- The extension will display a prompt for your extension serial number (default value is "TRIAL") if this is a new installation.
- The Medeek Floor extension will now appear in the list of available extensions.
- Re-start SketchUp to enable the license and serial number and save the settings to the registry or .plist files on Mac.
* Note: If you have previously installed the trial version of the extension and are upgrading to the fully licensed version it is not necessary to re-install the extension. To activate the full version of the extension:
- Click on the Global Settings icon (three slider bars). The Global Settings menu is displayed.
- Click on the License Tab within the global settings. The License Tab menu is displayed with an input box for your serial number.
- Enter your serial number (case sensitive) and then click Save Settings button at the bottom of the menu. A popup message will appear confirming your license registration and the Medeek Seal will be displayed.
- Restart SketchUp for the license activation to fully take.
Upgrade
If you are a registered user, with an active license, you can obtain the latest version of the extension, at no additional charge, by logging in to the Account Manager. Click on the extension icon and then on your order number, if your order was placed within the last year then you will see a download button which will allow you to obtain the latest version. If your serial has expired since you purchased a license then a upgrade button will appear which will allow you to renew your license at a reduced rate for another year or purchase a new subscription.
Once you have downloaded the new release, completely uninstall the existing extension prior to installing the latest release (click the Manage tab within the Extension Manager to uninstall). Failure to completely remove the existing extension may cause some files to revert to the older version and impair the functionality of the extension.
Menu Items
The current Medeek Floor primary menu has five icons or sub-menus:
The available items are the following:
- Draw Floor:
- Joist (sawn lumber)
- I-Joist (TJI, BCI, LPI, Red-I, PKI
- Edit Floor:
- Move Floor Edge
- Engineering Calculations:
- (Coming Soon 2025)
- Change Global Settings:
- Section 1:
- General
- Layers
- Materials [Custom Material Library, SKM Import]
- Floors
- License
Video Tutorials
The following video tutorials are currently available on YouTube:
- Tutorial 1 - Extension Overview (19:43 min.)
- Tutorial 2 - Joist Hangers (19:57 min.)
- Tutorial 3 - Metal Bridging and Blocking (10:28 min.)
- Tutorial 4 - Deck Boards (6:42 min.)
- Tutorial 5 - Rim Joists and Sill Plates (5:47 min.)
- Tutorial 6 - Skewed Joist Hangers (5:03 min.)
- Tutorial 7 - Subtractive Geometry (10:57 min.)
- Tutorial 8 - Staggered Joists (5:06 min.)
The mdkBIM video tutorial series is also available on YouTube. These videos are typically longer than the standard tutorial videos and usually involve the modeling of an entire architectural structure with all of the mdkBIM extensions:
- mdkBIM Tutorial 1: Modeling a Two Car Detached Garage (41:14 min.)
- mdkBIM Tutorial 2 (Part 1): Garage 2826-2 (35:13 min.)
- mdkBIM Tutorial 2 (Part 2): Garage 2826-2 (48:50 min.)
Sample SketchUp models related to these tutorials and training sessions can be downloaded here.
Support
View the Medeek Floor Manual (Under Construction) for detailed information on the extension and its usage.
Please contact support directly at: support@medeek.com
Language support is planned for the following languages: English, French, Spanish, German, Russian, Swedish, Japanese, Korean and Chinese (Simplified). Translation of the user inteface is currently under development.
Updates
The current version of Medeek Floor is 0.9.9e - revision date: 10.04.2024.
View the Medeek Floor Changlog for more information on updates to this extension.
The extension will automatically check for an updated version once a month. The frequency of the "check for updates" can be set in the global settings or disabled entirely.
For a more in depth look at the development of the extension and related discussions please visit the Medeek Forum.
Download previous versions of the extension here.
WARNING: Medeek Floor is currently and constantly under development. The user may encounter unintended behavior due to the addition of new features on a daily basis. Always backup your data to separate file names to provide redundancy in case of file corruption or other data loss scenarios.
If you have any questions or concerns about the Medeek Floor extension please call us at 1-425-652-4188.
Sponsors
Medeek Engineering extends a special thanks to the individuals, companies and organizations that continue to support us in the ongoing development of the Medeek SketchUp Extensions:
Development Sponsors
These sponsors provide an ongoing role in the development of the extensions and whose valuable suggestions often find their way into the various tools and features found within each extension/plugin.
Larry E. Belk Designs
A Certified Professional Designer with the American Institute of Building Design, Larry Belk has been active in the home building and design industry for over 30 years. In 1995, he was inducted into the College of Fellows of the AIBD the highest obtainable award of the Institute.
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Gold Sponsors
These sponsors have commited to providing a minimum $300.00 annual sponsorship to assist in the further development of the mdkBIM extension suite.
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Silver Sponsors
These sponsors have commited to providing a minimum $200.00 annual sponsorship to assist in the further development of the mdkBIM extension suite.
ClearPlan Modeling Bob McCarter, the principle behind ClearPlan Modeling, has over three decades of on-site experience in custom home building combined with advanced skills in 3D modeling software. ClearPlan analyzes the project’s plans and details through this lens of experience and creates a dimensionally accurate three dimensional computer model which shows clearly the home and its major components, including civil, drainage, structural and MEPS. |
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Bronze Sponsors
These sponsors have commited to providing a minimum $100.00 annual sponsorship to assist in the further development of the mdkBIM extension suite.
Design-Build-Live Sarah & Jacob Kirk offer interior and architectural design and specialize in new homes and kitchen & bathroom design. Their services include architectural design and drafting, interior design and decorating, site planning, and home modeling. For the last 15 years Sarah and Jacob Kirk have worked together doing design and build in the MD, VA, and the DC Metro area. They now live and work in West Virginia providing design services for both new homes, vacation homes and cabins, and remodeling projects, and farmhouse rehabs. |
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