Create a PGSuper Project

New PGSuper projects are created from project templates. The templates contain standard configurations for bridge geometry and components, appurtenances, loading, and design criteria. Since this is a WSDOT W58G girder bridge, the easiest way to start is with the W58G template.

‍TIP: You can create your own project templates and customize their organization. See Configurations in the User Guide for more information.

Start BridgeLink

To start the BridgeLink application framework, select Start > Programs > Engineering Applications > BridgeLink.

Create a New Project

1. Select File > New. This brings up the New Project window.

1. Select PGSuper Project Templates and then W-Girders from the Project types list.
2. Select W58G from the template list. Press [OK].
3. This will create a new project and bring up the Project Properties dialog where you can enter information about your project.

‍NOTE: The Project Properties dialog may not open when creating a new project. If this is the case, select File > Project Properties or Project > Properties. Use the check box at the bottom of the dialog to control whether the dialog opens when new projects are created.

Finally the default configuration for this type of bridge will be displayed in the Bridge Model View.