Material Quantity Calculation
FACTON supports you in determining the material weights by means of an integrated weight calculator. The different weight calculators are selectable via the Form Type in the Details ► Calculation of the 
material (mass).
The following weight calculators are available:
By selecting a specific form type at the material (mass), FACTON provides you with a defined calculation logic.
| Form type | Description | Further Information: |
|---|---|---|
| »None« | Standard calculator for determining material quantities. | None (default) |
| »Coil« | Calculator when basic material is a coil. | Coil |
| »Solid Profile« |
Calculator when basic material has a solid profile. The calculator also distinguishes the geometric shapes:
|
Solid Profile |
| »Casted Material« | Calculator when basic material is processed in a casting process. | Casted Material |
| »Hollow Profile« |
Calculator when basic material has a hollow profile. The calculator also distinguishes the geometric shapes:
|
Hollow Profile |
| »Sheet« | Calculator when basic material is a sheet. | Sheet |
| »Granules« | Calculator when basic material is a granule processed in an injection molding process. | Granules |
The consistency rules, in particular 
warnings, inform you about the entries required for calculating further values.
Further Information ► Consistency Rule Violation