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W inSieve
Version 1
Copyright 2000. GAEA Technologies Ltd.
All rights reserved.
Printed in Canada.
WinSieve
Software License Agreement and Limited Warranty
This License Agreement is made and entered into by and between GAEA Environmental Engineering Ltd. having a office at 44
Canadian Oaks Drive, Whitby, Ontario, Canada, L1N 6W8 (the "Distributor") and the Licensee, with reference to the following
terms and conditions:
A. The Distributor has the legal right to distribute software and documentation currently
called "WinSieve" (the "Licensed Product").
B. The Licensee now desires to license the use of the Licensed Products.
NOW THEREFORE, the parties agree as follows:
License
Distributor grants, and the Licensee hereby accepts, the nonexclusive license to use the Licensed Product subject to the terms
and conditions contained in this agreement.
Licensee May:
1. Unless otherwise agreed in writing, use the Licensed Product on any single computer system at the licensed facility.
2. Transfer the Licensed Product from one location to another so long as it is not installed simultaneously on more than one
computer.
Licensee May Not:
1. Make copies of the Licensed Product.
2. Make copies of the software documentation.
3. Unless otherwise agreed in writing, install the software onto more than one computer at a time.
4. Alter, decompile, disassemble, or reverse engineer the Licensed Product.
5. Remove, alter, or obscure the copyright notices.
Term
This License Agreement is effective from the date of purchase by the Licensee of the Licensed Product and shall remain in
force until terminated. The Licensee's rights to use the Licensed Product will terminate if the Licensee fails to comply with any
of the terms or conditions of this License Agreement. Upon such termination, the Licensee shall return the Licensed Product to
the Distributor immediately.
Limited Warranty
If the Licensee finds a Licensed Product diskette to be defective in materials or workmanship (which shall not include problems
relating to the nature or operation of the Licensed Product) under normal use, the Distributor will replace it free of charge within
one year following the date of purchase. Any request for replacement of a defective diskette must be accompanied by the original defective diskette.
The Licensed Product is provided "as is" without warranty of any kind, either expressed or implied, including but not limited to
the implied warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose. The Distributor does not warrant that the functions contained in the program will meet your requirements or that the operation of the program will be uninterrupted or error
free. Neither the Distributor nor anyone else who has been involved in the creation or production of this product shall be liable
for any direct, indirect, incidental, special, or consequential damages, whether arising out of the use or inability to use the product, or any breach of a warranty, and the Distributor shall have no responsibility except to replace the Licensed Product pursuant
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shall be void.
Contents
Introduction
Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .ii
Chapter 1 Getting Started
The Distribution Package . . . . . . . . . . .2
Required Equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
Installing WinSieve . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
Network Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
README File . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
Uninstalling WinSieve . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
Registering and Unlocking WinSieve . .5
Transferring the Registration . . . . . . . .6
Using WinSieve . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
Starting WinSieve . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
Menu Bar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
File Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
Edit Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
View Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
Window Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
Help Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
Popup Menus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
Project Popup Menu . . . . . . . . . . .12
Sieve Analysis Popup Menu . . . . .13
Template Popup Menu . . . . . . . . .13
Toolbars . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
Project Toolbar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
Sieve Analysis Toolbar . . . . . . . . . . . .15
Template Toolbar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16
Desktop . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
Chapter 2 Tutorial
Starting a New Project . . . . . . . . . . . .22
Creating a New Sieve Analysis . . . . . .23
Entering New Test Data . . . . . . . . . . .25
Sample Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25
Grain Size Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25
Sieve Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26
Washed Sieve Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26
Hydrometer Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27
Plotting the Test Data . . . . . . . . . . . . .28
Displaying the Test Data . . . . . . . . . . .28
Printing the Sieve Analysis . . . . . . . . .29
Saving the Sieve Analysis . . . . . . . . .29
Chapter 3 Projects
Creating a New Project . . . . . . . . . . . .33
Opening an Existing Project . . . . . . . .35
Opening the Last Project . . . . . . . . . .36
Closing the Project . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36
Deleting a Project . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36
Importing a Project . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37
Importing Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .38
Exporting Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .38
Exchange Files . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .39
Clipboard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .39
Bitmap File . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .40
Metafile . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .40
Editing Sieve Sizes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .41
Editing Hydrometer Times . . . . . . . . .41
Entering Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . .42
Printing a Project . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .43
Setting Program Preferences . . . . . . .44
WinFence User’s Guide
Chapter 4 Grain Size Data
Creating a New Sieve Analysis . . . . . .45
Entering and Editing Grain Size Data .47
Sample Information . . . . . . . . . . . .48
Sieve Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .49
Washed Sieve Data . . . . . . . . . . . .52
Hydrometer Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . .53
Plotting the Sieve Analysis . . . . . . . . .56
Printing the Sieve Analysis . . . . . . . . .57
Saving the Sieve Analysis . . . . . . . . .57
Displaying the Test Data . . . . . . . . . . .58
Chapter 5 Templates
Creating a New Template . . . . . . . . . .63
Opening and Editing a Template . . . .64
Layout . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .65
Graph . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .66
Header . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .71
Legend . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .74
Page Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .76
Saving a Template . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .77
Deleting a Template . . . . . . . . . . . . . .78
Chapter 6 Help
Displaying Help . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .81
Using Help . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .81
Getting Technical Support . . . . . . . . .82
Before Contacting GAEA . . . . . . . . . .83
Information to Provide . . . . . . . . . . . .84
Appendix A Samples
Appendix B Database Strucre
Appendix C Installation Files
Introduction
Introduction
WinSieve can be used to quickly enter, edit and print
grain size analysis charts in several standard or custom
formats. Each grain size analysis test can include sieve
data, washed sieve data, and hydrometer data as specified
in ASTM Test Method D-422. There is no limit to the
number of samples in a project and the number of tests
per sample.
Each grain size analysis chart is composed of three parts;
a graph, an optional legend, and a header. The graphical
windows interface displays the charts as they are entered
and shows how the chart will look when it is printed. Test
results can be printed in black and white or color.
All test results, sample and project information is stored
in a Microsoft Access relational database. This database
allows for the quick storage and retrieval of sample and
test data, and can be interfaced with a variety of other
programs. There is no limit to the number of projects,
samples, and test results that can be stored in the database. The database is setup to work across a network if
desired, with each project stored in a separate directory.
A master project database is maintained by the program
to track the status and locations of projects. This database
contains the project number, name, and directory location.
Grain size analysis results for up to 5 tests can be plotted
on a single graph. In addition, the grain size specifications can also be plotted on the graph. Classification system, fonts, colors, scales, line types, point types, and
titles can be easily customized for each graph.
Features
The classification system is plotted beneath each graph to provide easy
comparison with sample results. Several standard classification systems
are provided including:
USCS (Unified Soil Classification System)
USDA
ASSHTO
International
Modified Wentworth
Australian
The sieve analysis can also have an optional legend block at the top or
bottom, which can be used to display sample information, classification
results, and grain size analysis results. A header is also displayed at the
top or bottom of each graph, which can be used to show a company
logo or site map (stored as a bitmap and imported into the program),
project name and number, borehole information, sample information, or
other text.
WinSieve is compatible with Windows 95/98/2000 and NT, and supports all of the fonts, displays, and printers available in Windows.
Features
The WinSieve program has numerous features to make the entry, editing, and printing of grain size analysis charts easier and faster. In addition, the use of a standard database format means that the data is readily
available to other applications.
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Introduction
Features of the graphical user interface of the WinSieve program
include:
- pull-down and popup menus;
- toolbars for most commonly used commands;
- dynamic hints for data entry fields;
- on-line context sensitive help;
- support for all Windows fonts, printers, and displays;
- Windows network compatible.
The entry and editing of grain size charts is supported by the following
features:
- Standard Windows file and print commands.
- Data is stored in a Microsoft Access database.
- No limit on the number of projects, samples, or tests results.
- User defined project, sample, and test fields.
· Up to 5 grain size test results can be plotted on one graph.
· Grain size specifications can be plotted on the same graph.
· Support for several standard classification systems.
· Fonts, scales, line types, point types, titles, and classification system can be easily customized.
· Automatic calculation of classification data, D10, D30, D60, Cu,
and Cc.
· Customizable Legend at top or bottom of graph can display sample, classification, and test information.
· Company logos, site plans, project name and number, sample
information, and text can be included in the Header.
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Introduction
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1.
Getting
Started
Getting
Started
1.
Before you begin working with the WinSieve program:
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
Check the contents of your distribution package;
Make sure you have the necessary equipment;
Run the installation program;
Read the README file;
Then Start the WinSieve program.
This chapter discusses each of these steps.
The Distribution Package
The WinSieve distribution package you received should
include this User’s Guide and a CD-ROM.
Required Equipment
WinSieve requires the following hardware and software
to run efficiently:
1. Windows 95/98/2000 or NT;
2. At least 32 MB of RAM;
3. At least 32 MB of hard disk space;
4. A screen resolution of at least 600 x 800;
5. A CD-ROM drive.
Installing WinSieve
Installing WinSieve
To get WinSieve up and running, run the installation program
SETUP.EXE on the CD-ROM. For example, to install from drive D:
1. Start Windows
2. Insert the CD-ROM into drive D;
3. Choose File | Run and type D:SETUP.EXE, or double-click on
D:SETUP.EXE in Windows Explorer, or double-click on the
Add/Remove Programs icon in the Control;
4. Enter the requested information in the installation forms, discussed
in the next section.
Tip
If you are re-installing or
upgrading the program, select
Custom Setup. Using Custom
Setup you can select not to
install the empty databases, this
will avoid over-writing your
existing databases.
On some computer systems, depending on how they are configured,
inserting the CD-ROM into the drive will automatically start the
SETUP.EXE program.
The SETUP program does the following:
1. Creates one or more directories on your hard disk and copies the
contents of the WinSieve disk into them;
2. Creates a Windows application group and installs the WinSieve program and help icons.
A complete list of files that are copied and the directories they are
copied to is provided in Appendix C.
Requested Information
The installation dialog boxes will request the directories to put the WinSieve program and databases, and the name of the application group for
the WinSieve program icons.
WinSieve User’s Guide
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Getting Started
Network Installation
Tip
When installing a second user on
a network do not install the databases from the CD. This will
overwrite the existing master
and main databases on the
server.
The following items should be checked before installing WinSieve on a
network:
1. Ensure that you have sufficient network rights to the drive on which
you will install WinSieve (for example, you will need to be able to
copy, write, delete, read and create files and directories);
2. Check to see if you have sufficient disk space available for the program files (at least 32 MB);
3. Verify that the drive letters that you specify during installation are
consistent with those that are available on your server;
4. Make sure the total number of WinSieve copies in use does not
exceed the number that is licensed. If you need more copies than are
currently licensed, contact GAEA to order additional licenses.
To install the WinSieve program on a network server follow the installation instructions provided above. After the WinSieve program has
been installed the users must be given network access to the WinSieve
program directories.
README File
Any last-minute changes, additions or trouble-shooting tips are documented in the README file. When the SETUP program has finished
installing the WinSieve program, it will automatically install an icon for
the README file in the application group. To view the README file
click on this icon.
Uninstalling WinSieve
The WinSieve program files can be removed from your hard disk using
the Add/Remove programs option in the Windows Control Panel. Uninstalling the WinSieve program will also remove the WinSieve icons,
and application group.
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Registering WinSieve
Registering and Unlocking WinSieve
Tip
Before WinSieve can be used it must be registered. Prior to registration
the program will run in Demo mode. During the registration the program will be unlocked. To register the program and obtain an unlock
code, run the WinSieve program. The first time the program is run it
This form can also be displayed
using the Purchase menu item
in the Help menu.
will operate in Demo mode and the form below will be displayed.
Tip
To register the program press the Register button, the Registration form
shown on the next page will be displayed. In the middle of this form a
unique serial number will be displayed. This serial number is unique
for each computer. To register the program an unlock code must be
obtained using this serial number. If your computer is connected to the
Internet, you can obtain this unlock code by filling in your name, email
address and company name and then press the Obtain Unlock Code
button. After the button is pressed an email message will be automatically sent to GAEA containing the unique serial number. If your computer is not connected to the Internet, you can call or fax us the serial
number.
If you have problems emailing
us the serial number or need an
unlock code faster, call us and
we will give it to you over the
phone.
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Getting Started
After GAEA has received your unique serial number, an unlock code
will be generated and emailed or faxed to you. When you receive the
unlock code enter it in the space at the bottom of the Registration form
and then press the Store Unlock Code button. The WinSieve program is
now registered and the Demo form will no longer be displayed when
the program is run.
Transferring the Registration
After the WinSieve program has been registered, the unlocked program
can be transferred to a different computer using the Transfer utility.
This utility allows you to move the WinSieve program between computers without requiring assistance from GAEA. After the registration
has been transferred the WinSieve program will only run on the new
computer. The Transfer utility should be used with caution, since if
incorrect serial numbers are entered you will lose the registration on
both computers. If this happens contact GAEA for a new unlock code.
Transferring the registration is a two step process.
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Transferring the Registration
Step 1. The first step is to obtain the unique serial number of the new
computer. Install and run WinSieve on the new computer. Initially the
program will start in Demo mode and the Demo form will be displayed.
Press the Register button and write down the unique serial number for
the new computer.
Step 2. In the second step the Transfer utility is used to generate an
unlock code for the new computer. Start the Transfer utility by selecting
Transfer Registration from the WinSieve Program Group using the Start
button. The Transfer Registration form below will be displayed. Enter
the serial number of the new computer and then press the Transfer Registration button. An unlock code for the new computer will be displayed. Enter this unlock code in the Registration form on the new
computer, and then press the Store Unlock Code button.
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Getting Started
Using WinSieve
This section explains how to interact with the various parts of the WinSieve program. It discusses how to use the various toolbars and menus.
Starting WinSieve
To begin working with WinSieve after you have installed the program,
start it by selecting Start | Programs | WinSieve or double-clicking on
the WinSieve icon in its application group.
When you first start the program a form will be displayed as shown
below. After selecting an option and completing any additional forms,
the main WinSieve screen will be displayed.
Tip
If you do not want the Startup
form displayed every time you
start the program, click on the
“Do not show this screen again”
box at the bottom of the form.
This form can be turned back on
using program preferences.
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Using WinSieve
The main window of the WinSieve program consists of a title bar,
menu bar, optional toolbars and desktop. In addition, popup menus can
be displayed by clicking the right mouse button. This section explains
how to interact with the various parts of the WinSieve program.
Menu Bar
The menu bar contains the main level of commands. It uses standard
Windows pull-down menus. You can choose any menu item on any
submenu that is not dimmed (WinSieve will know when certain menu
commands are not available, and prevents you from choosing them).
The majority of these commands can also be selected using the speed
buttons on the toolbars (see below).
When the program is first started and no sieve analyses or templates are
opened, the File, View, Window, and Help items will appear on the
menu bar.
File Menu
This menu contains commands similar to those in other Windows applications and contains the following submenu.
Projects - displays a submenu used to create, open, save, delete and close projects.
Sieve Analyses - displays a submenu used
to create, open, save, close, and delete sieve
analysis data (this menu item is dimmed if
no project is currently opened).
Templates - displays a submenu used to
create, open, save, close, and delete templates.
Import - used to import sieve analysis data
and templates in exchange files.
Export - displays a submenu used to export
sieve analysis and templates to exchange
files, bitmap files, metafiles, or the clipboard (this menu item is dimmed if no sieve
analysis or template is currently opened).
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Getting Started
Tip
If a menu item contains an
underlined letter it can be
selected by holding down the Alt
key and pressing that letter.
Sieve Sizes - used to edit the standard sieve sizes to use when entering
sieve analysis data.
Hydrometer Times - used to edit the standard hydrometer times used
when entering sieve analysis data.
Specifications - used to edit standard specifications.
Print - used to print sieve analyses and templates (this menu item is
dimmed if no sieve analysis or template is currently opened).
Print Setup - used to adjust the printer settings.
Preferences - used to set program preferences.
Exit - closes the program.
Edit Menu
After a sieve analysis or template has been opened the Edit menu will
appear on the menu bar. The contents of the Edit menu will vary
depending on what is currently displayed on the desktop.
Sieve Analysis
If a sieve analysis is currently displayed on the desktop the edit menu
will contain the following commands.
Sample Info - used to edit the sample information.
Test Data - used to edit the test data for the sieve
analysis.
Plot Results - used to plot the sieve analysis
results and to plot results from other sieve analyses.
Data Sheet - used to display and print the input
data for the sieve analysis.
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Menu Bar
Template
If a template is currently displayed on the desktop the edit menu will
contain the following commands.
Layout - used to edit the layout.
Graph - used to edit the format of the graph.
Header - used to edit the format of the header.
Legend - used to edit the format of the legend.
Page Setup - used to change the margins and orientation of the page.
View Menu
This menu contains commands for adjusting the view and toggling
toolbars on and off.
Full Screen - displays the desktop in
full screen mode.
Zoom In - used to zoom in on the
graph.
Zoom Out - used to zoom out on the
graph.
Show Project Toolbar - if checked the
Project toolbar will be displayed.
Show Sieve Toolbar - if checked the
Sieve Analysis toolbar will be displayed.
Show Template Toolbar - if checked the Template toolbar will be displayed.
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Getting Started
Window Menu
Tip
The exact version number of
the program can be obtained
by selecting the Help and
About command. This version
number should be reported
when obtaining technical support.
This menu contains the standard Windows commands for selecting and
arranging windows on the desktop.
Help Menu
Accesses online help and information about the program.
Popup Menus
Popup menus can be displayed at any time by pressing the right mouse
button. The menu that will be displayed depends upon what is currently
displayed on the desktop.
Tip
Standard popup menus containing
the cut, copy, and paste commands are available when entering data.
Project Popup Menu
If no sieve analysis or template is displayed the Project Popup Menu
will be displayed. This menu contains the following menu items:
Open Project - used to open an existing project.
New Sieve Analysis - creates a new
sieve analysis (dimmed if no project is
currently opened).
Open Sieve Analysis - opens an existing sieve analysis (dimmed if no project is currently opened).
Open Template - opens an existing
template.
Exit - exits the WinSieve program.
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Popup Menus
Sieve Analysis Popup Menu
If a sieve analysis is currently displayed on the desktop the Sieve
Analysis Popup Menu will be displayed This popup menu contains the
following commands.
Save - saves the sieve analysis in the database.
Close - closes the sieve analysis.
Sample Info - used to edit the sample information.
Test Data - used to edit the test data for the sieve
analysis.
Plot Results - used to plot the sieve analysis
results and to plot results from other sieve analyses.
Data Sheet - used to display and print the input
data for the sieve analysis.
Template Popup Menu
If a template is currently displayed on the desktop the Template Popup
Menu will be displayed This popup menu contains the following commands.
Save - saves the template in the database.
Close - closes the template.
Layout - used to edit the layout.
Graph - used to edit the format of the graph.
Header - used to edit the format of the header.
Legend - used to edit the format of the legend.
Page Setup - used to change the margins and
orientation of the page.
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Toolbars
There are three toolbars that can be displayed on the desktop; they are
the Project Toolbar, Sieve Analysis Toolbar, and Template Toolbar. The
display of these toolbars is controlled in the View menu.
These toolbars can either float over
top of the desktop
or be docked
to the top side
or left side of
the desktop.
To make the toolbar float click and hole down the left mouse button on
the edge of the toolbar. Then drag the mouse to where you want the
toolbar and release the button. The number of rows in the floating toolbar can be adjusted by changing the size of the toolbar with the mouse.
The toolbars can also be collapsed and expanded by clicking on
the 3-letter toolbar name at the beginning of each toolbar.
Each toolbar contains several speed buttons that can be used to perform
the same tasks as the menu bar at the top of the desktop.
Project Toolbar
The Project Toolbar is used to
create, open, and close projects.
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Toolbars
Each of the speed buttons on the toolbar is explained below and in
detail in Chapter 3.
The New button is used to create a new project.
The Open button is used to open an existing project.
The Close button is used to close an open project (this button will
be dimmed if no project is currently opened).
The Print button is used to print the sieve analysis or template
(this button will be dimmed if no project is currently opened).
The Help button is used to display help on using the program.
The Exit button is used to exit the program.
Sieve Analysis Toolbar
The Sieve Analysis Toolbar is used to edit sieve analyses.
The New button is used to create a new sieve analysis.
The Open button is used to open an existing sieve analysis.
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The speed buttons below will be dimmed if no sieve analysis is currently opened.
The Close button is used to close a sieve analysis.
The Save button is used to save changes to the sieve analysis.
The SaveAs button is used to save the sieve analysis under a different name.
The Print button is used to print the sieve analysis.
The Undo button is used to undo changes to the sieve analysis.
The Zoom-in button is used to zoom in on the graph of the sieve
analysis. To zoom-in on the graph click this button and then click
on the part of the graph to be zoomed in.
The Zoom-out button is used to zoom out on the graph of the
sieve analysis. To zoom-out on the graph click this button and
then click on the part of the graph to be zoomed-out.
The Full-Screen button is used to reset the zoom factor to full
screen.
The Change Template button is used to change the template that
is used to format the sieve analysis.
Template Toolbar
The Template Toolbar is displayed below and is used to edit templates.
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Toolbars
The New button is used to create a new template.
The Open button is used to open an existing template.
The speed buttons below will be dimmed if no template is currently
opened.
The Close button is used to close a template.
The Save button is used to save changes to the template.
The SaveAs button is used to save the template under a different
name.
The Print button is used to print the template.
The Undo button is used to undo changes to the template.
The Zoom-in button is used to zoom in on the graph of the sieve
analysis. To zoom-in on the graph click this button and then
click on the part of the graph to be zoomed in.
The Zoom-out button is used to zoom out on the graph of the
sieve analysis. To zoom-out on the graph click this button and
then click on the part of the graph to be zoomed-out.
The Full-Screen button is used to reset the zoom factor to full
screen.
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Desktop
The desktop is used to display numerous child windows. These child
windows can contain sieve analysis and templates. The data is displayed graphically and you can add new data or edit existing data by
clicking on the data in the window.
Each child window has the standard Windows icons for minimizing,
maximizing, and closing the window. When a child window is minimized an icon for the window will be displayed at the bottom of the
desktop. The display of the child windows can also be adjusted using
the Window command on the menu bar.
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2.
Tutorial
Tutorial
2.
Grain size charts are used to display the results of sieve
and hydrometer tests. They are used to present the distribution of grain sizes in a soil or aggregate sample. The
distribution of grain sizes larger than 75 mm (retained on
the No. 200 sieve) are determined using a sieve test, and
the distribution of grain sizes smaller than 75 mm are
determined using a hydrometer test. The standard ASTM
test for determining the grain size of a soil or aggregate
sample is D 422-63.
The grain size distribution as determined by sieve and
hydrometer tests is normally presented as a curve on a
semi-logarithmic plot. The ordinate of the graph is the
percentage by weight of grains passing or retained by the
size given by the abscissa. Grain size is presented on a
logarithmic scale so that soils with the same degree of
uniformity have the same distribution curve shape
regardless of their positions on the graph.
In general, the flatter the distribution curve the greater
the range in grain sizes and the steeper the curve the
smaller the range in grain sizes. The shape of the distribution curve is often used to characterize the soil sample.
A well-graded soil will be coarse grained and have no
excess of grains in any size range and will not lack any
intermediate sizes. A poorly-graded soil will either have a
high proportion of grains within narrow limits (a uniform-graded soil) or have both large and small grain
sizes with little intermediary sizes (a gap-graded soil).
Tutorial
The distribution curve can be used to determine the grain size that corresponds to any specified value of the percentage passing (smaller). For
example, the grain size such that 10% of the grains are smaller than that
size is referred to as D10. The D10 size of the soil is often referred to as
the effective size.
Grain size distribution curves can be described using the coefficient of
uniformity (Cu) and the coefficient of curvature (Cc), as defined below:
Cu = D60 / D10
Cc = D230 / D60D10
In WinSieve the results of the grain size tests are stored in a database
composed of a set of tables that are stored in the project directory. After
the test results are entered into the database they can be retrieved and
displayed on grain size curves. Up to 5 sets of test results can be displayed on one grain size graph.
In addition to grain size test results, specifications can also be displayed
on the charts. These specifications are used to determine if the soil or
aggregate sample meets designated requirements. These requirements
will depend upon the use of the soil or aggregate. Typically specifications consist of a set of maximum and minimum percentages that the
grain size of the sample must meet. If the sample's grain sizes are in
between the maximum and minimum specifications, then the sample is
referred to as being within specification. And if some of the sample's
grain sizes are outside of the maximum and minimum specifications,
then the sample is referred to as being out of specification.
Each grain size distribution chart contains a legend and a header that
can be either at the bottom or top of the graph. The format of the legend, header, and graph can be fully customized and saved as a template.
After the template has been saved it can be re-used to present test
results from other samples and projects.
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Tutorial
The steps involved in creating and printing a grain size distribution
chart for a new project are:
Tip
It is recommended that each project reside in a separate directory
(usually the same as the project
ID). This provides an efficient
method to organizing your projects on a network or local computer.
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
Create a new project
Create a new sieve analysis
Enter new test results
Plot the test results
Print the graph
Each of these steps is discussed in detail below. Detailed instructions
on entering and editing grain size data and specifications are provided
in Chapter 4, and detailed instructions on customizing templates are
provided in Chapter 5.
Starting a New Project
Since grain size test results are associated with specific samples of projects, prior to entering any test results a project must be either created
or an existing project opened. To create a new project use either the
New Project menu item in the Files menu or the New button on the
Project toolbar. A project information form will be displayed, as shown
below. Enter the project information shown and then press the OK button.
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Creating a New Sieve Analysis
You will not be able to enter the Project Name and Directory, until after
the Project ID has been entered. The project directory can be as shown
above or any other directory could be used. It is not necessary to enter a
location and reference grid.
After the project has been created a sieve analysis can be entered. To
enter a new sieve analysis use either the New Sieve Analysis menu item
in the Files menu or the New button on the Sieve Analysis toolbar. The
Select Template form will be displayed. This form lets you select the
template to be used to format the sieve analysis. Select the "Unified"
template and press the Ok button.
Tip
To make it easier to enter the
sieve analysis data, the Sieve
Analysis toolbar should be
turned on if it is not currently
displayed. If the Show Sieve
Analysis Toolbar option in the
View menu is not checked,
click on the option to display
the toolbar. If the Sieve Analysis toolbar is displayed in collapsed mode, then click on the
"SVE" button to expand the
toolbar.
After the template has been selected, the New Sieve Analysis form will
be displayed on the next page. This form displays all of the current
sieve tests in the project and lets you enter the IDs for this test.
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Tutorial
The first thing that must be entered is the Borehole ID, Sample ID, and
Test ID of the sieve analysis. These IDs are used to uniquely identify
the sieve analysis in the project database. The combination of the three
IDs must be unique. However, more than one sample can be entered for
a borehole and more than one test can be entered for a sample. If the
sample did not come from a borehole the Borehole ID can be left blank.
For this tutorial enter the information shown on the form below and
then press the Ok button.
After the Ok button is pressed a blank sieve analysis form will be displayed.
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Entering New Test Data
Entering New Test Data
Sample Information
The sample information for the sieve analysis can be entered by clicking on the header at the top of the screen or be selecting the Sample
Info menu item from the Edit menu. Enter the information shown in the
Sample Information form below and then press the Ok button.
Tip
These menu items can also be
selected from the Sieve Analysis
popup menu. This menu can be
obtained by clicking the right
mouse button.
Grain Size Data
To enter the grain size data either select the Test Data menu item on the
Edit menu or click on the Graph part of the screen. The Data Entry
form on the next page will be displayed. This form will have either two
or three tabs, depending upon whether the sample has been split. The
tabs are for the Sieve Data, Washed Sieve Data, and Hydrometer Data.
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Tutorial
Tip
You only need to enter the
weight retained for a sieve. The
cumulative weight will be automatically calculated by the program.
Sieve Data
The information on the Sieve Data tab consists of the test date, name of
the person testing the sample, whether the sample was split for washing, sample and pan weights, and the weights retained on the sieves.
For this tutorial enter the test data shown above.
Washed Sieve Data
If the sample has been split and the Split Sample checkbox on the Sieve
Data tab has been checked, the Washed Sieve tab will be displayed.
This tab is used to enter the sample and pan weights for the washed
sieve and the weights retained on the sieves.
For this tutorial enter the test data shown on the next page. The Cumulative Percentage Passing column in the Washed Sieve tab will be blank
until the hydrometer data has been entered.
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Sieve Data
Hydrometer Data
The Hydrometer Data tab is used to enter the hydrometer readings and
calculate the hydroscopic moisture content. For this tutorial enter the
hydrometer data shown below. After the hydrometer data has been
entered the cumulative percent passing on the Washed Sieve tab will be
filled in automatically by the program.
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Plotting the Test Data
Normally, the test data will be automatically plotted on the sieve analysis graph when the Ok button on the Sieve Data form is pressed. If the
data is not displayed select the Plot Results menu item and from the
Edit menu. The Plot Sieve Analysis Results form below will be displayed. To plot the current results check the Plot Current Results box.
This form can also be used to overlay results from other sieve analyses.
Tip
Displaying the Test Data
The test data sheet can be used
to provide a printed copy of the
input data for the sieve analysis.
In addition, a blank test data
sheet could be used to gather test
data.
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After the data has been entered it can be displayed and printed in text
form by selecting the Data Sheet menu item from the Edit menu. The
Sieve Data Sheet form shown below will be displayed. The text on this
form can be edited and printed using the toolbar at the top of the form.
Printing the Sieve Analysis
To print the sieve analysis, either select the Print menu item from the
File menu or click the Print button on the Sieve Analysis toolbar. The
printed version of the sieve analysis should look similar to that shown
below.
Saving the Sieve Analysis
To save the sieve analysis either select the Save Sieve Analysis menu
item from the File menu or click on the Save button on the Sieve
Analysis toolbar.
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3.
Projects
3.
Projects
As discussed in the introduction, the WinSieve program
is based upon the project concept for data storage. Using
this method, a separate Microsoft Access 97 database is
used to store each project for each application. Each project is stored in a separate directory, which can be on the
same computer or spread across a network. The number
of databases for each project will depend upon the applications being used for that project. If for example, the
WinLoG and WinSieve programs are being used with the
project, there will be two project databases.
The names of the project databases are the project name
combined with the application name. For example, if the
project name is "980205" then the project database name
of the WinSieve data would be "980205winsieve.mdb".
Typically, this project would be stored in the subdirectory
"\980205".
This chapter describes how to:
1. Create a new project.
2. Open an existing project.
3. Open the last project.
4. Close a project.
5. Delete a project.
6. Import a project.
7. Import Data
8. Export Data
9. Edit Sieve Sizes
Creating a New Project
10. Edit Hydrometer Times
11. Enter Specifications
12. Print a project
13. Set program preferences.
These tasks can be performed using menu commands on the File menu
or buttons on the Project toolbar, shown below.
Creating a New Project
To create a new project either select the New Project menu item of the
Projects sub menu, or click the New Project button on the Project Toolbar. In addition, at the start of the program the Create a New Project
button can be selected on the Startup Form. After one of these tasks is
performed, the New Project form will be displayed.
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Projects
Tip
It is recommended that each project reside in a separate directory
(usually the same as the project
ID). This provides an efficient
method to organizing your projects on a network or local computer.
The following information can be entered for the project:
Project ID: A unique project number (up to 100 characters).
Project Name: The name of the project (up to 255 characters).
Directory: The directory to store the project database tables (up to 255
characters). This directory can be on a local computer or a network
server. Each project should have it's own directory. This is the directory
where the project databases will be stored. If the directory entered does
not exist, the program will create it. Typically, this directory is n a m e d
after the Project Id or Name. The Select Directory button to the right of
the directory name can be used to select an existing directory.
Location: The location of the project (up to 255 characters). This field
is not currently used in WinLoG and is primarily for other applications.
Reference Grid: The reference grid for the X and Y co-ordinate system
(up to 255 characters). This field is not currently used in WinSieve and
is primarily for other applications.
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Opening an Existing Project
Opening an Existing Project
Tip
To work with an existing project you can open it by selecting the Open
Project menu item of the Projects submenu or clicking the Open button
on the Project Toolbar. In addition, at the start of the program the Open
an Existing Project button can be selected on the Startup Form. A list of
available projects will be displayed in the Open Project Form as shown
below. The desired project can be selected by clicking on it in the list
and then pressing the OK button.
The list of projects will include
projects created in other GAEA
applications; such as, WinLoG
and WinFence. These projects
are listed to allow for the
exchange of data between projects.
Tip
If a project was previously created in another application like
WinLoG or WinFence, there is
no need to create it in WinSieve.
It can be opened as an existing
project instead.
The directory that a project is stored in can be changed by clicking on
the Edit Directory button. This will display a Select Directory form that
can be used to select the new directory for the project. Changing the
directory will not move any of the project files. The purpose of this
option is to allow for the movement of projects on a network.
The arrow buttons at the bottom of the list can be used to move the
selection to the start of the list, the previous record, the next record, or
the end of the list.
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Projects
Opening the Last Project
At the start of the program, the last opened project can be selected by
selecting the Open Last Project button on the Startup Form. The program automatically stores the last project used.
Closing the Project
The current project can be closed so that no more changes can be made
by selecting the Close Project menu item of the Projects submenu or·
clicking the Close button on the Project Toolbar.
Deleting a Project
Tip
If a project contains data from
other applications such as WinLoG or WinFence, you will be
asked whether to delete this data
as well. If the other application
data is not deleted, the project
will still appear in the project
list, but it will not have any WinSieve data.
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An existing project can be deleting by selecting the Delete Project
menu item from the Projects submenu. When this is selected, a list of
existing projects will be displayed as shown below. Select the project to
be deleted, and then press Ok. Note that once a project is deleted the
data can not be recovered.
Importing a Project
The arrow buttons at the bottom of the list can be used to move the
selection to the start of the list, the previous record, the next record, or
the end of the list.
Importing a Project
Existing projects can be imported by selecting the Import Project menu
item of the Projects submenu. When selected the Import Project form
the below will be displayed.
Tip
When importing a project it is
very important that the correct
Project ID be specified. The Project ID is used to determine the
name of the database file to be
imported. For example, if the
Project ID is 98020 then the
name of the database file to
import would be 98020winsieve.mdb.
This form can be used to specify the following information:
Project ID: A unique project number (up to 100 characters).
Project Name: The name of the project (up to 255 characters).
Directory: The directory to be used to store the project database tables
(up to 255 characters). This directory can be on a local computer or a
network server. The select directory button to the right of the directory
name can be used to select an existing directory.
This option should be used to import projects that have been previously
created but are not included in the Master Project database.
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Projects
Importing Data
Tip
When importing data it is possible to over-write existing data in
the database if it has the same
name. To avoid this the SaveAs
button can be used to save the
imported data as a new name.
Exchange files are used to transfer sieve analysis data and templates
between projects or to other companies. The data in these files is stored
as ASCII text. Sieve data exchange files have the extension ".sve" and
template exchange files have the extension “.stm”. After the data has
been exported from another project, it can then be imported into the
current project.
To import an exchange file select either the Template or Sieve Analysis
menu item from the Import submenu. The Import form below will be
displayed. Select the file to import and press the Open button. If no project is currently open the Sieve Analysis menu item is disabled.
Exporting Data
Sieve analysis data and legends can be exported for use in other programs using the Export submenu. Sieve analysis data and templates can
be exported to exchange files, the clipboard (in bitmap format), a
bitmap file, or an enhanced metafile.
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Exporting Data
Exchange Files
Exchange files are used to transfer sieve analysis data and templates
between projects or to other companies. The data in these files is stored
as ASCII text. Sieve data exchange files have the extension ".sve" and
template exchange files have the extension “.stm”. After the data has
been exported from another project, it can then be imported into the
current project.
To export the currently displayed sieve analysis or template select the
Exchange File menu item from the Export submenu. The Export form
will be displayed. Specify the file name for the exported data and then
press the Save button.
Tip
To send a sieve analysis or template to Technical Support it
should first be exported to an
exchange file. This exchange file
can then be emailed to Technical
Support.
Clipboard
Any currently displayed sieve analysis or template can be exported to
the Windows clipboard. The format used to store the data in the clipboard is similar to a bitmap file. To export the data to the clipboard
select the Clipboard menu item from the Export submenu.
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Bitmap File
Exporting to a bitmap file is the same as exporting to the clipboard,
except that the bitmap is stored in a file instead of the clipboard. The
file format is a Windows bitmap .BMP file. Any currently displayed
sieve analysis or template can be exported to a bitmap file.
To export to a bitmap file select the Bitmap File menu item from the
Export submenu. Specify the file name on the SaveAs form and then
press the Save button.
Metafile
Exporting to an enhanced metafile is the same as exporting to a bitmap
file. Any currently displayed sieve analysis or template can be
exported.
To export to a metafile select the Metafile menu item from the Export
submenu. Specify the file name on the SaveAs form and then press the
Save button.
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Editing Sieve Sizes
Editing Sieve Sizes
Tip
The sieve labels and sizes displayed in the Data Entry and
Specification forms are stored
in the WinSieve master database. These sieve sizes are
automatically added when a
new sieve analysis or specification is created.
Changing the sieve sizes or
hydrometer times on these two
forms will only affect new sieve
analyses and specifications. Any
existing sieve analyses or specifications will not be affected by
the changes.
The sieve numbers and sizes
can be edited using the Sieve
Sizes menu item of the File
menu. In this form the Sieve
No. and Sieve Size (mm) can
be entered or edited. The navigator bar at the bottom of the
form can be used to move
between sieve sizes, add a new
sieve size, or delete a sieve
size.
Tip
A set of sieves that gives uniform spacing on the graph consists of the following:
3 in
No. 16
11/2 in
No. 30
3/
4
in
No. 50
3/
8
in
No. 100
No. 4
No. 200
No. 8
Editing Hydrometer
Times
The hydrometer times displayed in the
Data Entry form are also stored in the
WinSieve master database. These
times are automatically added when a
new sieve analysis is created. To edit
the hydrometer times select the
Hydrometer Times menu item from
the File menu.
The navigator bar at the bottom of the form can be used to move
between times, add a new time, or delete a time.
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Entering Specifications
In addition to plotting the grain size analysis test results, soil and aggregate specifications can also be shown on the chart. These specifications
are typically provided by the department of transportation, design engineer, ASTM, etc.
The program comes with several standard specifications. These specifications are stored in the WinSieve master database. All projects have
access to this central database and share the specifications. Additional
specifications can be entered and edited by selecting the Specifications
submenu of the File menu. The Specifications form below will then be
displayed.
The form will initially display the first specification in the database.
Other specifications can be displayed using the navigation buttons at
the bottom of the form. To add a specification click on the Add button
to display a blank form.
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Specifications
The following information can be entered for the specifications:
Spec. ID: A unique number or name (up to 100 characters) to use for
the specification.
Spec. Name: The name of the specification (up to 255 characters).
Agency: The agency that issued the specification (e.g. ASTM, APWA,
FHWA).
Description: A description of the specification (text field no limit on
the length).
Tip
If there is no lower and upper
limit for a sieve size the limits
can be left as zero. Limits specified as zero will not be displayed
on the graph.
Sieve No.: The standard number of the sieve as specified in the Sieve
Entry menu. Typically, these are the Standard Sieve Openings in Inches
and the Standard Sieve Numbers. These numbers are automatically
entered when a new specification is created. The sieve numbers that are
entered are those specified in the Sieve Sizes form.
Sieve Size: The size of the sieve in millimetres. These numbers are
automatically entered, and are specified in the Sieve Sizes form.
Lower Limit: The minimum percentage passing required by the specification that the sample must meet.
Upper Limit: The maximum percentage passing required by the specification that the sample must meet.
The display and formatting of the specification is controlled by the template, and can be adjusted in the Graph Options form (see Chapter 5).
Printing a Project
The currently displayed sieve analysis or template can be printed by
selecting the Print menu item form the File menu or by clicking on the
Print button on the Project toolbar.
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Projects
Setting Program Preferences
Using the Preferences menu item of the File menu, preferences for file
directories and display characteristics can be set for the WinSieve program. When this menu item is selected the Preferences form below is
displayed. This form has two tabs used for setting Page parameters, and
Directories.
The following parameters can be set on the Page tab shown above:
Background Color: Press the Background Color button to change the
color of the background when the program is first started.
Skip Introduction Screen: When this box is checked the Startup Introduction screen will not be displayed.
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Setting Program Preferences
The Directories tab shown on the previous page is used to specify the
following parameters:
Main Database: This is the directory where the Master Project Database is located. It should only be changed if the database has been
moved. The directory can be changed by entering the new directory or
pressing the Select Directory button to the right of the input line.
Default Directory: This is the directory where temporary files are
stored and is the initial directory used when importing and exporting
data. These files are created by the undo process. If you are using the
program on a network, this directory should be on the local computer.
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4.
Grain Size
Data
4.
Grain Size
Data
The grain size distribution as determined by sieve and
hydrometer tests is normally presented as a curve on a
semi-logarithmic plot. The ordinate of the graph is the
percentage by weight of grains passing or retained by the
size given by the abscissa. Grain size is presented on a
logarithmic scale so that soils with the same degree of
uniformity have the same distribution curve shape
regardless of their positions on the graph.
In WinSieve the results of the grain size tests are stored
in a database composed of a set of tables that are stored
in the project directory. After the test results are entered
into the database they can be retrieved and displayed on
grain size curves.
Each grain size distribution chart contains a legend and a
header that can be either at the bottom or top of the
graph. The format of the legend, header, and graph can
be fully customized and saved as a template (see Chapter
5).
1. Create a new sieve analysis
2. Enter and edit grain size data
3. Plot and print a sieve analysis
4. Save a sieve analysis
5. Display the test data
These tasks can be performed using menu commands on the Edit menu or buttons on the Sieve
Analysis toolbar.
Tip
After a project has been created a sieve analysis can be entered. To
enter a new sieve analysis use either the New Sieve Analysis menu item
in the Files menu or the New button on the Sieve Analysis toolbar. A
Select Template form will be displayed, that can be used to select the
template to format the sieve analysis.
To make it easier to enter the
sieve analysis data, the Sieve
Analysis toolbar should be
turned on if it is not currently
displayed. If the Show Sieve
Analysis Toolbar option in the
View menu is not checked,
click on the option to display
the toolbar. If the Sieve Analysis toolbar is displayed in collapsed mode, then click on the
"SVE" button to expand the
toolbar.
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Grain Size Data
After the template has been selected, the New Sieve Analysis form will
be displayed. This form displays all of the current sieve tests in the
project and lets you enter the IDs for this test.
The following information must be entered:
Borehole ID: The name of the borehole (up to 100characters), if the
sample wasn't taken from a borehole the Borehole ID can be left blank.
Sample ID: The sample number (up to 100 characters).
Test ID: The test number (up to 100 characters).
These IDs are used to uniquely identify the sieve analysis in the project
database. The combination of the three IDs must be unique. However,
more than one sample can be entered for a borehole and more than one
test can be entered for a sample. After the Ok button is pressed a blank
sieve analysis form will be displayed.
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Entering and Editing Grain Size Data
Entering and Editing Grain Size Data
To enter or edit data, a sieve analysis must first be created as described
above or an existing sieve analysis opened. Sieve analyses in the current project can be opened for editing by either selecting the Open
Sieve Analysis menu item of the File menu or clicking the Open button
on the Sieve Analysis toolbar. The Open Sieve Analysis form below
will be displayed. Select a sieve analysis and then press the Ok button.
After the sieve analysis has been created or opened the data can be
entered and edited as described in the sections below.
Tip
The New Sieve Analysis and
Open Sieve Analysis menu items
can also be selected from the
Project popup menu. This menu
can be displayed by clicking the
right mouse button when no
sieve analysis or template is currently open.
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Grain Size Data
Sample Information
Tip
The sample information is used
for display purposes only. If
none of this information is to
appear in the header, it does not
need to be entered.
The sample information for the sieve analysis can be entered by clicking on the header at the top of the screen or be selecting the Sample
Info menu item from the Edit menu. The Sample Information form
shown below will be displayed
The following information can be entered for the sample information:
Borehole ID: The borehole number (up to 100 characters). This field
is disabled and can not be edited unless the Edit button is pressed. If the
sample wasn't taken from a borehole the Borehole ID can be left blank.
Sample ID: The sample number (up to 100 characters). This field is
also disabled and can not be edited unless the Edit button is pressed.
Test ID: The test number (up to 100 characters). This field is also disabled and can not be edited unless the Edit button is pressed.
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Sample Information
Edit Button: This button can be used to change the Borehole ID, Sample ID, and Test ID. These IDs are used to uniquely identify the sieve
analysis in the project database. The combination of the three IDs must
be unique. However, more than one sample can be entered for a borehole and more than one test can be entered for a sample.
Description: A description of the sample (unlimited number of characters).
Client: The client for the project or sieve analysis (up to 255 characters).
Location: The location where the sample was collected (up to 255
characters).
Source: The source where the sample was collected or the method of
collection (up to 255 characters).
Northing: The north-south co-ordinate for the sample location, relative
to the reference grid defined for the project.
Easting: The east-west co-ordinate for the sample location, relative to
the reference grid defined for the project.
Depth: The depth where the sample was collected.
Length: The length or size of the sample.
Collected by: The person who collected the sample.
User Defined Field: Any user defined text data (up to 255 characters).
Sieve Data
To enter the grain size data either select the Test Data menu item on the
Edit menu or click on the Graph part of the screen. The Data Entry
form on the next page will be displayed. This form will have either two
or three tabs, depending upon whether the sample has been split. The
tabs are for the Sieve Data, Washed Sieve Data, and Hydrometer Data.
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Tip
The Test Date, Tested By, and
User Defined information is for
display purposes only. If this
data is not appearing in the
header, it does not need to be
entered.
Tip
According to ASTM Test
Method D 422, the weight of the
sample portion retained on the
No. 10 sieve should depend on
the maximum grain size. The
schedule below is provided in
the test method.
Largest
Grain Size
Minimum
Weight (g)
The following information can be entered or calculated for the sieve
data items in italics are read only):
Test Date: The date the test was conducted.
When the down arrow beside the input line
is clicked, a calendar will be displayed that
can be used to select a date.
3/ ”
8
500
3/ ”
4
1000
1”
2000
11/2”
3000
Tested By: The person that conducted the test (up to 255 characters).
2
4000
User Defined Field: Any user defined text data (up to 255 characters).
3
5000
Sample Split for Washing: Check this box if the sample was split to
do a hydrometer and/or a washed sieve analysis as per ASTM D-422.
Sieve Used for Split: If the Sample Split for Washing box is checked a
drop-down list box will be displayed with the available sieves that can
be used. According to the ASTM D-422 standard the #10 sieve is normally used.
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Name of Section
Wet Sample and Pan Weight: The weight of the wet sample and the
pan before splitting in grams. This weight is also used to calculate the
hydroscopic moisture in the Hydrometer tab.
Dry Sample and Pan Weight: The weight of the oven dried sample
and the pan before splitting in grams. This weight is also used to calculate the hydroscopic moisture in the Hydrometer tab.
Weight of the Pan: The weight of the pan (grams).
Dry Sample Weight: The calculated weight of the dry sample obtained
by subtracting the pan weight from the dry sample and pan weight.
This weight is used to calculate the Percentage Passing.
Tip
Only the weight retained for a
sieve needs to be entered. The
cumulative weight will be automatically calculated by the program. Weights for sieves that
were not used can be left blank.
Sizes form. Typically, these are Standard Sieve Openings in Inches and
the Standard Sieve Numbers. These numbers are automatically entered
when the sieve analysis is created.
automatically entered when the sieve analysis is created
Weight Retained: The individual weight retained by the sieve in
grams. Either the weight retained can be entered or the cumulative
weight retained can be entered, it is not necessary to enter both. Only
the weights retained for the sieves used need to be entered, sieves that
were not used can be left blank.
Tip
Weights should be accurate to
within 0.1% of the sample
weight for weights retained on
the No. 10 sieve and above.
Cumulative Weight Retained: The cumulative weight retained by this
sieve and the preceding sieves. The cumulative weight retained can be
entered or the individual weight retained can be entered, it is not necessary to enter both. Only the cumulative weights retained for the sieves
used need to be entered, sieves that were not used can be left blank.
Cumulative % Passing: This is the cumulative percentage of mass that
passes this sieve, it is automatically calculated and can not be changed
in the data entry form. This percentage is calculated using the Cumulative Weight Retained and Dry Sample Weight.
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Washed Sieve Data
If the test sample was split (i.e. the Split Sample for Washing box was
checked on the Sieve Data tab) for a washed sieve and hydrometer, the
Washed Sieve tab will be displayed on the Data Entry form.
Tip
Weights should be accurate to
within 0.01 grams for weights
passing the No. 10 sieve.
Tip
Method D 422, the size of the
sample passing the No. 10 sieve
should be approximately 115
grams for sandy soils and
approximately 65 grams for silt
and clay soils.
The following information can be entered or calculated for the washed
sieve (items in italics are read only):
Dry Sample and Pan Weight: The weight in grams of the dry sample
and pan. This is the sample that was transferred from the hydrometer as
per the ASTM standard.
Weight of Pan: The weight of the pan in grams.
Dry Sample Weight: This is the calculated weight of the dry sample,
calculated by subtracting the pan weight from the dry sample and pan
weight.
Weight after Sieving: This is the calculated weight of the sample from
the sieve results. It is calculated from the adding all of the weights
retained and is the same as the last cumulative weight retained.
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% Accuracy: This is the calculated accuracy of the sieving and is
obtained by taking the percentage difference between the Dry Sample
Weight and the Weight after Sieving. It should be less than 5%.
Sizes form. Typically, these are the Standard Sieve Openings in Inches
and the Standard Sieve Numbers. These numbers are automatically
entered when the sieve analysis is created.
automatically entered.
Weight Retained: The individual weight retained by the sieve in
grams. The weight retained can be entered or the cumulative weight
retained can be entered, it is not necessary to enter both. Only the
weights retained for the sieves actually used need to be entered, sieves
that were not used can be left blank.
Cumulative Weight Retained: The cumulative weight retained by this
sieve and the preceding sieves. The cumulative weight retained can be
entered or the individual weight retained can be entered, it is not necessary to enter both. Only the cumulative weights retained for the sieves
used need to be entered, sieves that were not used can be left blank.
Cumulative % Passing: This is the cumulative percentage of mass that
passes this sieve. It is automatically calculated. This percentage is calculated using the Cumulative Weight Retained and Dry Sample Weight.
The Cumulative Percentage Passing column in the Washed Sieve tab
will be blank until the hydrometer data has been entered.
Hydrometer Data
The Hydrometer Data tab shown on the next page is used to enter the
hydrometer readings and calculate the hydroscopic moisture content.
After the hydrometer data has been entered the cumulative percent
passing on the Washed Sieve tab will be filled in by the program.
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Tip
This factor can be calculated
from the wet and dry sample
weights entered in the Sieve
Data tab or by extracting a 10
to 15 gram portion of the sample that is to be used for the
hydrometer test.
Before entering the data for the hydrometer, the information for the
Hydroscopic Mositure Percentage should be entered. It is a number less
than one, except when there is no moisture in the sample in which case
it is one. The ratio of the dry and wet sample weights is used to calculate the Moisture Percentage.
Tip
Method D 422, if the soil is
mostly composed of clay and silt
the sample weight should be
approximately 50 g. If the soil is
mostly composed of sand the
sample weight should be
approximately 100 g.
The following information is entered or calculated for the Hydroscopic
Moisture (items in italics are read only):
Wet Sample Weight: The weight of the wet or air dried sample, in
grams. This weight is automatically calculated from the weights
entered in the Sieve Data tab. However, the weight can also be entered
manually.
Dry Sample Weight: The weight of the oven dried sample, in grams.
This weight is automatically calculated from the weights entered in the
Sieve Data tab. However, the weight can also be entered manually.
Moisture Percentage: The percentage of hydroscopic moisture in the
sample calculated from the Wet Sample Weight and Dry Sample
Weight.
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Hydrometer Data
The following information can be entered or calculated for the hydrometer (items in italics are read only):
Sample and Pan Weight: The weight, in grams, of the air dried sample and pan used for the hydrometer.
Pan Weight: The weight of the pan in grams.
Sample Weight: This is the calculated weight of the wet or air dried
sample. Calculated by subtracting the pan weight from the sample and
pan weight.
Weight Retained on No. 10: The weight, in grams, of the air dried
sample that was retained on the No. 10 sieve prior (or whatever sieve
was used for splitting) to conducting the hydrometer test.
Corrected Weight: This is the dry sample weight that was used for the
hydrometer test. Calculated by subtracting the weight of the sample
retained on the No. 10 sieve from the sample weight and then correcting for hydroscopic moisture.
Specific Gravity: The specific gravity of the soil particles can be
selected from the drop-down list. It must be between 2.45 and 2.95.
Hydrometer Type: The type of hydrometer used for the test. It must be
either 151H or 152H.
Time: The time of the reading in minutes. These times are automatically entered when the sieve analysis is created. The times entered can
be edited using the Hydrometer Times form.
Corrected Reading: The hydrometer reading with the composite correction applied. This correction is determined empirically. It corrects
for the use of a dispersing agent in the water, changes in temperature,
and readings taken from the top of the meniscus instead of the bottom.
Temperature: The temperature at the time the reading was taken. If
only the first temperature is specified than all of the subsequent temperatures are assumed to be the same. If no temperature is specified it is
assumed to be 20°C.
Tip
Method D 422, the composite
correction can be obtained by
preparing a 1000 mL sample
composed of distilled water and
dispersing agent in the same proportion that will be used in
hydrometer tests. The liquid
sample is placed in the sedimentation cylinder at the same temperature that will be used for the
hydrometer test. After the temperature in the liquid sample and
hydrometer becomes constant, a
hydrometer reading is taken at
the top of the meniscus. For
hydrometer 151H the composite
correction is the difference
between this reading and one.
For hydrometer 152H the composite correction is the difference between this reading and
zero.
Tip
Temperature readings should be
accurate to within 0.5 degree C
or 1 degree F.
Soil Diameter: The soil diameter of the particles in millimetres. It is
automatically calculated by the program, using the equations and tables
specified in ASTM Standard D-422.
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% Passing: The percentage of soil remaining in suspension at the time
of the reading. It is automatically calculated by the program using the
equations and tables specified in ASTM Standard D-422.
Plotting the Sieve Analysis
Tip
To change the line type or point
type used to display the sieve
analysis results, edit the graph
properties in the template (see
Chapter 5).
The test data will be automatically plotted on the sieve analysis graph
when the Ok button on the Sieve Data form is pressed. If the data is not
displayed select the Plot Results menu item from the Edit menu. The
Plot Sieve Analysis Results form below will be displayed. To plot the
current results check the Plot Current Results box.
This form can also be used to overlay results from up to 4 other sieve
analyses by clicking on the Select column. When this column is
selected a Select button is displayed. To select a sieve analysis to overlay press the Select button. A Select Sieve Analysis form will then be
displayed as shown on the next page.
When a sieve analysis has been selected it will appear on the Additional
Series grid and the Select column will show as Active.
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Plotting the Sieve Analysis
To print the sieve analysis, either select the Print menu item from the
File menu or click the Print button on the Sieve Analysis toolbar.
Saving the Sieve Analysis
To save the sieve analysis either select the Save Sieve Analysis menu
item from the File menu or click on the Save button on the Sieve
Analysis toolbar.
The sieve analysis can also be saved under a new name by
selecting the SaveAs button on the Sieve Analysis toolbar.
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Tip
The test data sheet can be used
to provide a printed copy of the
input data for the sieve analysis.
In addition, a blank test data
sheet could be used to gather test
data.
After the data has been entered it can be displayed and printed in text
form by selecting the Data Sheet command from the Edit menu. The
Sieve Data Sheet form shown below will be displayed. The text on this
form can be edited, saved and printed using the toolbar at the top of the
form.
At the top of the Sieve Data Sheet form is the Rich Text toolbar, this
toolbar can be used to modify the format of the text. Before selecting a
speed button, the text to be modified should be selected with the mouse
or the cursor should be placed at the desired insertion point.
The speed buttons of the toolbar perform the following functions:
The Font Typeface box is used to
select the name of the font to use for
the selected text.
The Font Size box is used to set the size of the font for the
selected text.
The Font Color box is used to select the color of the font for
the selected text.
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The Paragraph Color box is used to select the background
color of the selected paragraph or table cell.
The Bold button is used to toggle the bold attribute of the
selected text on and off.
The Italics button is used to toggle the italic attribute of the
selected text on and off.
The Underline button is used to toggle the underline attribute of
the selected text on and off.
The Superscript button is used to toggle the superscript attribute
of the selected text on and off.
The Subscript button is used to toggle the subscript attribute of
the selected text on and off.
The Left Justify button will left justify the selected text.
The Center Justify button will center justify the selected text.
The Full Justify button will perform full justification of the
selected text.
The Right Justify button will right justify the selected text.
The Save button will save the data to either an ASCII or Rich
Text file. The save to HTML format file option is not working in
this version of WinSieve.
The Close button will close this form.
The Print button will print the data to the default printer.
The Print Setup button will display a standard printer setup form.
The Select All button will select all of the text in the description.
The Cut button will remove the selected text and place it in the
clipboard.
The Copy button will copy the selected text to the clipboard.
The Paste button will paste the text in the clipboard, at the current
position of the cursor.
The Find button will find the specified text.
The Replace button will replace the specified text.
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The Create Table button will create a new table with a specified
number or rows and columns.
The Select Row button will select a row in a table.
The Insert Row button will insert a row in a table.
The Delete Row button will delete a row in a table.
The Select Column button will select a column in a table.
The Bullets button will format the selected text with bullets.
The Numbers button will format the selected text with numbers.
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5.
Templates
5.
Templates
Templates are used to control the layout and formatting
of the sieve analyses. In general, all of the sieve analyses
in a project would use one or two templates. In this way,
a consistent format can be established within a project
and across projects. Once a template is created it is available to all projects.
WinSieve comes with numerous easily customized templates, which can be edited and saved as new templates.
You can also create a new template by specifying the
desired layout. Each template consists of a header, legend, and graph. Templates can be customized to display
different header titles, legend columns, graph format, and
specifications.
Templates are stored in the WinSieve master database.
The format of the master database is Microsoft Access
97. This database is stored in the Main Database Directory. For a detailed discussion of the database structure,
see Database Structure in the Introduction Chapter or
Appendix B.
1. Create a new template
2. Enter and edit a template
3. Save a template
4. Delete a template
Creating a New Template
These tasks can be performed using menu
commands on the Edit menu or buttons on the
Template.
Creating a New Template
Since templates are stored in the WinSieve master database, they can be
created and edited at any time (no project has to be open). To create a
template either select the New Template menu item of the File menu or
click the New button on the Template Toolbar. The Enter Template
Name form below will be displayed. This form displays a list of existing templates, so that a unique name can be entered for the new template.
After the Ok button is pressed a new template with a default format will
be displayed. The new template can then be edited as described in the
next section.
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Opening and Editing a Template
Tip
If no template or sieve analysis
is currently displayed, the Open
Template menu item can also be
selected from the Project popup
menu. This menu can be displayed by clicking the right
mouse button.
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To edit data in a template, the template must first be created as
described above or an existing template opened. Existing templates can
be opened for editing by selecting the Open Template menu item of the
File menu or clicking the Open button on the Template Toolbar. The
template to be opened can then by selected from the Open Template
form.
After the template has been opened and displayed, the template data
can be entered and edited as described in the sections below.
Editing a Template
Layout
The layout of a template determines the relative positions and sizes of
the header, legend, and graph. To modify the layout select the Layout
menu item of the Edit menu or click on the outside margins of the template. There are three types of layouts as shown in the Select Layout
form below. In addition, these layouts can be changed by adjusting the
relative heights of the header, legend, and graph. If the height of the
header or legend is specified as 0 then that part of the template will not
be displayed.
The following information can be editing in the Select Layout form:
Layout: To select a layout click on the button containing the layout, the
selected layout will be highlighted in blue.
Heights: The relative heights of the graph, legend, and header can be
adjusted by using the up-down arrows next to the input lines. These
heights are relative and are expressed as a proportion or percentage of
the total height. For example, if all three of the heights were set as 10
then each part of the chart would occupy one third of the height of the
page. If the height is specified as zero for one of the parts, then it will
not be displayed in the chart.
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Templates
Graph
Tip
If the Classification System you
use is not displayed in the list,
contact GAEA. We may be able
to add it in a future release.
The graph options of the template are used to determine the display of
classification systems, axes, data series, and specifications. To edit the
graph options select the Graph menu item of the Edit menu or click on
the Graph part of the template. The Graph Options form below will
then be displayed. This form has tabs for the Classification, Axes, Data
Series, and Specifications.
The Classification tab shown above can be used to edit the following
information:
System: The soil classification (Unified, International, AASHTO,
USDA, Modified Wentworth) to be used to determine the percentages
of gravel, sand, silt, and clay in the sample. The classification system is
also plotted beneath the graph. If None is selected then no classification
system will be used.
Font: The font of the text to be used for the classification system is
changed by clicking on the Font button. A Font selection form will be
displayed and the font name, size, color, and style can be modified.
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Classification Line: This is the
type, width, and color of lines to be
used to draw the Classification system below the graph. Clicking on
the Line button will display the Line
Properties form that can be used to
adjust the style, width, and color of
the lines.
Graph Line: This is the type, width, and color of lines to be used to
draw the Classification system within the graph.
The Axes tab shown above can be used to edit the following information:
Show Sieve Sizes/Numbers: Check to show the Standard Sieves and
Numbers above the graph. If unchecked no sieve sizes or numbers will
be shown.
Sieve Size/Number Font: The font of the text to be used for the sieve
sizes and numbers can be changed by clicking on the button.
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Grain Size Title: This is the horizontal title for the graph. This logarithmic axis is used to represent the grain size in millimetres.
Grain Size Min: This is the minimum value to use for the grain size
axis in millimeter. If the minimum is greater than the maximum the
direction of the axis will be reversed.
Grain Size Max: This is the maximum value to use for the grain size
axis in millimeter. If the minimum is greater than the maximum the
direction of the axis will be reversed.
Grain Size Font: The font of the text to be used for the grain size axis
can be changed by clicking on the button.
Grain Size Line: This is the type, width, and color of lines to be used
to draw the vertical grid lines of the grain size axis.
Percent Finer Title: This is the left vertical title for the graph. This
axis is used to represent the percentage of soil finer, and ranges
between 0% at the bottom and 100% at the top.
Percent Coarser Title: This is the right vertical title for the graph. This
axis is used to represent the percentage of soil coarser, and ranges
between 100% at the bottom and 0% at the top.
Percentage Min: This is the minimum percentage to use for the left
axis and the maximum percentage to use for the right axis. If the minimum is greater than the maximum the direction of the axes will be
reversed.
Percentage Max: This is the maximum percentage to use for the left
axis and the minimum percentage to use for the right axis. If the minimum is greater than the maximum the direction of the axes will be
reversed.
Percentage Font: The font of the text to be used for the percentage
axis can be changed by clicking on the button.
Percentage Line: This is the type, width, and color of lines to be used
to draw the horizontal grid lines of the percentage axes.
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Graph
Tip
Series 1 is always used to display the current sieve analysis.
Series 2 to 5 are used to display
additional sieve analyses that
can be selected on the Plot
Results form (Chapter 4).
The Data Series tab shown above can be used to edit the following
information:
Series No.: This drop-down list is used to select the current data series
that is to be modified.
Degree of Curvature: This is the degree of curvature to use to draw
the currently selected data series. A value of one will connect the data
points by a straight line, and a value of five will fit a smooth curve
between the points (not necessarily going through each point). A value
of two is recommended, which will connect the points by a curve that
goes through each point.
Points: This is the type of points, size,
and color used to represent the data
points of the currently selected data
series. To change click on the button to
display the Points form.
Line: This is the type, width, and color of the line to be used to draw
the currently selected data series.
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Label Points: Check to show labels at all of the data points for the currently selected data series. The labels will indicate the percentage finer
at each point.
Label Frame: This is the type, width, and color of the line to be used
to draw the frame around the labels of the data points for the currently
selected data series. If Label Points is not checked this button is inactive.
Background: This is the background color to be used for the labels of
the data points for the currently selected data series. If Label Points is
not checked this button is in-active.
Label Font: The font of the text to be used for the labels of the current
data series, can be changed by clicking on the button.
The Specifications tab shown above can be used to edit or display the
following information (items in italics are read only):
Show Specification: Check this box to display a specification on the
graph.
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Header
Specification: This drop-down list is used to select the specification to
display on the chart. If the Show Specification box is not checked this
item is in-active.
Shading: This is used to determine the
color and type of shading to use for the
specification. Click this button to display
the Specification Shading form. The
shade style can be either none, the area
outside of the specifications, or the area
inside of the specifications.
Points: This is the type of points, size, and color used to represent the
data points of the specification. To change click on the button to display
the form similar to that shown above for the data points.
Line: This is the type, width, and color of the line to be used to draw
the specification.
Sieve Label: This is the label of the sieve used for the specifications.
The sieve labels are entered in the Sieve Sizes form (see Chapter 3).
Lower Limit: This is the lower limit of the specification as entered in
the Specifications form (see Chapter 3).
Upper Limit: This is the upper limit of the specification as entered in
the Specifications form (see Chapter 3).
Header
The header of the chart is used to display company logos, titles, and
information about the project being graphed. It consists of up to three
rows and up to three columns (for a maximum of nine boxes or cells).
To edit the header select the Header menu item of the Edit menu or
click on the Header on the template. The Header Options form on the
next page will be displayed. This form has two tabs, one for the header
layout and one for the header data.
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The following information can be edited in the Layout tab:
Layout: To select a layout for the header click on the button containing
the layout, the selected layout will be highlighted in blue.
Heights and Widths: The relative heights of the rows and widths of
the columns can be adjusted by using the up-down arrows next to the
input lines. These heights and widths are relative and are expressed as a
proportion or percentage of the total height or total width. The total
height is obtained by adding the heights of all three rows, and the total
width is obtained by adding the widths of all three columns. If the
height or width is specified as zero, then that row or column will not be
displayed in the header.
Header Width: The header can either be as wide as the axes of the
graph or as a wide as the page (less any page margins).
Font: The font of the text in the header can be changed by clicking on
the button.
Line: The type, width, and color of lines to be used to draw the header
can be customized.
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Header
The following information can be edited in the Data tab shown below:
Header Type: This specifies the contents of each of the cells or boxes in the
header (up to a maximum of 9 cells).
To specify the contents of a cell click
on the header type line next to the cell.
A drop-down list will be displayed.
If the data type is bitmap or stretched bitmap, the Select Bitmap form
on the next page will be displayed. The name of the bitmap file can be
specified using this form. A thumbnail of the bitmap contained in the
selected file will be displayed in the right portion of the form. The difference between a bitmap and a stretched bitmap is that the stretched
bitmap will be stretched to fit inside the header box or cell.
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If the data type is text the Header Text form below will be displayed,
and the text can be entered. All of the other data types will display the
information from the project or sample data.
Legend
The legend of the chart is used to display information about the grain
size data being graphed. It consists of several rows with each row used
for a different data series. The columns of the legend are used to display different information about each data series. The contents, width,
and title of each column of the legend can be defined. The order of the
columns is specified from the left to the right.
To edit the legend select the Legend menu item of the Edit menu or
click on the Legend part of the template. The Legend Options form on
the next page will be displayed.
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Legend
The following information can be edited on this form:
Column Type: This determines the type of data to display
in the column. When the column type is clicked a dropdown list will be displayed showing the types of data that
can be displayed. Select the data type by clicking on it in
the list.
Width: This is the relative width of the column expressed as a proportion of the total width. The total width of the columns is obtained by
adding all of the column widths. The up-down arrows beside the input
line are used to adjust the width.
Title: The title of the column is specified on the input line, the default
is the column type.
Legend Width: The legend can either be as wide as the axes of the
graph or as a wide as the page (less any page margins).
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Font: The font of the text in the legend can be changed by clicking on
the button.
Line: This controls the type, width, and color of lines to be used to
draw the legend.
Shading: The color of the shading for the legend titles can be selected
by clicking on the Shading button.
Page Setup
Tip
The sieve analysis will be automatically scaled to fit whatever
paper size is currently loaded in
the printer.
The page preferences that will be used when printing the sieve analysis
can be adjusted using the Page Setup menu item of the Edit menu. This
will display the Page Setup form shown below. Using the settings in the
page setup the printed copy of the sieve analysis will be automatically
scaled according to the paper size.
The following information can be edited on this form:
Margins: The top, bottom, left, and right margins can be adjusted using
the up and down arrows beside each margin. The units of adjustment
are expressed as a percentage of page width.
Orientation: The chart can be printed in either landscape or portrait
mode on the page.
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Saving a Template
Resolution: The resolution controls the scaling of the fonts when the
page is printed. Since printers have a much higher resolution than the
screen, smaller fonts at higher resolutions can be used. To adjust the
resolution slide the bar left or right.
Saving a Template
To save the template either select the Save Template menu item from
the File menu or click on the Save button on the Template toolbar.
The template can also be saved under a new name by selecting
the SaveAs button on the Template toolbar. The Enter Template
Name form below will be displayed. This form will list the current templates in the database. Enter a unique name for the template
and then press the Ok button.
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Deleting a Template
To delete a template from the database select the Delete Template menu
item on the File menu. The Delete Template form below will be displayed. Select the template to delete and press the Ok button.
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Help
6.
Help
6.
WinSieve uses the latest type of help system for
Microsoft Windows called HTML Help. This help system uses a similar style of display as Internet Explorer.
The Help System can be used to find information on-line
rather than by using this manual. Both sources will provide the same information, but are organized somewhat
differently. Help will appear in a separate window with
its own menu bar and controls as shown below.
1. Display help
2. Use help
3. Get technical support
Displaying Help
Displaying Help
There are several ways to access the Help System, these are:
- Press the Help button. To display the help contents at any time
press the help button on the Toolbar.
- Click a Help button in a form. For more information on using a
particular form click the Help button.
- Choose a command from the Help menu. The Help menu offers
several options:
- Contents displays the same Help Contents that appear when
you press F1 with no commands highlighted.
- Search displays the Search dialog box and a list of keywords
you can use to find topics.
- About WinSieve gives information about the program,
including the 3-digit version number required by technical
support.
Using Help
You can move back and forth between topics or search through the
entire help system for the topic you want. Topics that are underlined
can be displayed by clicking on them, and topics that have dotted
underlines can have their definition displayed by clicking on them.
The tabs on the Help form are used for the following:
- Contents displays the complete Table of Contents of the Help
System.
- Index is used to look for help topics listed by keyword.
- Search can be used to search for a specific help topic by one or
more keywords.
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Help
The buttons at the top of the Help form are used for the following:
- Hide is used to hide the tabs on the left side of the form.
- Back displays the previous help topic, if any.
- Print is used to print the current help topic.
- Options is used to change the preferences for the Help system.
Getting Technical Support
GAEA offers a variety of services to help you with your questions and
problems. You will be automatically registered when you obtain an
unlock code for the program. Free technical support to registered users
includes assistance in the use of the software and in getting any bugs
you may find in the software fixed.
How to Contact GAEA
To expedite support services, we prefer electronic communications,
through email or the Internet. These communications minimize the possibility for any mistakes, and allow us to better track your request. For
technical support contact your dealer.
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Getting Technical Support
After receiving your communication, GAEA will respond promptly
with either the solution to the problem or a schedule for solving the
problem.
Before Contacting GAEA
Before contacting technical support, we suggest you try the following
to help us resolve your problem.
· Determine if the problem is specific to the sieve analysis you are
creating. Does it occur with other templates or other sieve analyses?
· Does the problem occur every time or intermittently?
· If you have another PC, does the problem occur on it?
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Help
Information to Provide
When contacting GAEA, please include or have the following information available.
· The 3-digit version of the WinSieve program you are using. This
can be obtained from the About form on the Help menu.
· A description of the problem to help us duplicate the problem.
Including any error messages.
· Copies of the sieve analysis and template files. These can be
exported in Exchange format and then emailed to us.
· The type and model of your PC.
· The Windows version you are using.
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A
Examples
Examples
Examples
Examples
Examples
Examples
Examples
B
Database
Structure
Database Structure
Database Design
The WinSieve program has been designed around the concept of projects. A schematic of
the database structure is shown on the next page followed by a detailed description of all
the data fields. This data storage method allows for the expansion, archival, and network
administration of a large number of projects.
Using this method a separate Microsoft Access 97 database is used to store each project
for each application. Each project is stored in a separate directory, which can be on the
same computer or spread across a network. The number of databases for each project will
depend upon the applications being used for that project. If for example, the WinLoG and
WinSieve programs are being used with the project, there will be two project databases
The names of the project databases are the project number combined with the application
suffix. For example, if the project number were "A980205" then the project database
name of the WinSieve data would be "A980205winsieve.mdb". Typically, this project
would be stored in the subdirectory "\A980205".
A master project database, also in Microsoft Access 97 format, is used to keep track of the
projects and their locations on the network. This master project database is also used to
store data (such as symbol libraries and text macros) that is common to all projects and
applications. The name of the project master database is "gaeaprojects.mdb". The database is stored in a directory specified by the user when the program is installed.
In addition to the master project database, separate application master databases are used
to store data that is common to all projects but specific to the application. A WinSieve
master database is used to store templates and legends, which can be accessed by all projects. The name of this database is "winsieve.mdb". All of the application master databases are stored in the same directory as the master project database.
If the master databases are moved, the "Master Database Directory" in the program preferences must be changed to reflect the new directory.
Database Structure
Master Database Directory
Master Project Database
WinLoG Master Database
WinLoG Project
Database
WinSieve Project
Database
Project 1 Directory
WinSieve Master Database
WinLoG Project
Database
WinFence Master Database
WinFence Project
Database
WinSieve Project
Database
Project 2 Directory
Database Structure
Project Database Fields
Sieves Table
Field Name
ProjectNumber
BoreholeNumber
SampleNumber
TestNumber
Description
Location
Source
Client
Northing
Easting
Depth
Length
Collected By
UserDefined1
Template
Data Type
Field Size
Key
Text
Text
Text
Text
Memo
Text
Text
Text
Double
Double
Double
Double
Text
Text
Text
100
100
100
100
*
*
*
*
Data Type
Field Size
Key
Text
Text
Text
Text
Double
Double
Text
Double
Double
100
100
100
100
*
*
*
*
*
255
255
255
255
255
255
SieveSizeData Table
Field Name
ProjectNumber
BoreholeNumber
SampleNumber
TestNumber
SieveIndex
SieveSize
SieveLabel
WeightRetained
CumulativeWeight
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Database Structure
SieveTextData Table
Field Name
ProjectNumber
BoreholeNumber
SampleNumber
TestNumber
TestDate
TestedBy
WetSampleWeight
DrySampleWeight
PanWeight
SplitSample
SplitSieve
WeightAfterWash
WashedPanWeight
OvenDriedWeight
AirDriedWeight
HydrometerSampleWeight
HydrometerPanWeight
HydrometerWeightRetained
SpecificGravity
HydrometerType
UserDefined
Data Type
Field Size
Key
Text
Text
Text
Text
Date
Text
Double
Double
Double
Boolean
Double
Double
Double
Double
Double
Double
Double
Double
Double
Integer
Text
100
100
100
100
*
*
*
*
Data Type
Field Size
Key
Text
Text
Text
Text
Double
Double
Double
100
100
100
100
*
*
*
*
*
255
255
SieveHydrometer Table
Field Name
ProjectNumber
BoreholeNumber
SampleNumber
TestNumber
Time
Reading
Temperature
Database Structure
SieveResults Table
Field Name
ProjectNumber
BoreholeNumber
SampleNumber
TestNumber
Size
PercentPassing
Data Type
Field Size
Key
Text
Text
Text
Text
Double
Double
100
100
100
100
*
*
*
*
*
Database Structure
C
Installation
Files
Installation Files
During the installation of the WinSieve program, the files listed below will be installed. This listing is provided to enable network administrators to determine what files are present and where. It is not recommended that these files be moved or deleted. To uninstall the WinSieve program, use the Add/Remove
Programs function in the Control Panel (see Chapter 1).
File Name
Winsieve.exe
Winsieve.chm
gaeaproject.mdb
winsieve.mdb
winsieveBlank.mdb
samplewinsieve.mdb
DAO350.dll
DAO2535.tlb
Msjet35.dll
Msjter35.dll
Msjint35.dll
Vbar332.dll
Vb5db.dll
Vbajet32.dll
Msrd2x35.dll
Msrepl35.dll
Expsrv.dll
Oleaut32.dll
Olepro32.dll
Stdole2.tlb
Vclx35.bpl
Borlndmm.dll
Cp3240mt.dll
Nmfast35.bpl
Tee4C.bpl
TeeDB4C.bpl
TeePro4C.bpl
TeeUI4C.bpl
Vcl35.bpl
Vcl35db.bpl
Bcpsmp35.bpl
Hhctrl.ocx
Shlwapi.dll
Directory
Description
<WinSieve>
<Winsieve>
<Database>
<Database>
<Database>
<Database>\Samples
<Common Files>\Microsoft
Shared\DAO
<Common Files>\Microsoft
Shared\DAO
<Windows System>
<Windows System>
<Windows System>
<Windows System>
<Windows System>
<Windows System>
<Windows System>
<Windows System>
<Windows System>
<Windows System>
<Windows System>
<Windows System>
<Windows System>
<Windows System>
<Windows System>
<Windows System>
<Windows System>
<Windows System>
<Windows System>
<Windows System>
<Windows System>
<Windows System>
<Windows System>
WinSieve executable program
HTML help file
Master project database
WinSieve master database
Blank WinSieve project database
WinSieve samples database
Access database driver
Access database driver
Database driver
Database driver
Database driver
Common library
Common library
Common library
Common library
Common library
Common library
Common library
Common library
Common library
Common library
Common library
Common library
Common library
Common library
Common library
Common library
Common library
Common library
Common library
Common library
HTML help driver
Common library
<WinSieve> - WinSieve program directory specified during installation
<Database> - Main database directory specified during installation
<Common Files> - Microsoft Windows common files directory, typically "\Program Files\Common Files"
<Windows System> - Microsoft Windows system directory, typically "\Windows\System"

WinSieve - GAEA Technologies Ltd.

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