Introduction

The PROKON Probar 2D Scheduler is a powerful tool that allows users to:

• Generate bending schedules directly from reinforcement drawings
• Customize templates to align with company standards
• Modify and optimize bar marks
• Quickly locate reinforcement in AutoCAD model space

Customising the Schedule Template

Locate the Template File

• Navigate to the Probar 2D installation folder:

C:\Prokon\Probar 2D\

• Locate the scheduler DWG template file

Editing the Template in AutoCAD

• Open the DWG file in AutoCAD
• Modify the template as follows:

Remove Default Branding

• Delete the existing PROKON logo

Add Company Logo

• Insert your company logo:
  • Format: Bitmap image (.bmp)
  • Save in the same folder as the DWG

Add Company Details

• Company name
• Website
• Contact Details

Save the Template

• Rename the DWG file (e.g., Company_Schedule_Template.dwg)
• Save it in the same Probar 2D directory

Loading the Template into the Scheduler

• Open the Probar 2D Scheduler
• Navigate to the Settings ribbon tab
• Click the three dots (…)
• Browse and select:
  • Your customized template
  • Your company logo

This ensures your template is used when generating schedules.

Publishing the Schedule

• Click Publish
• Select one or more sheets
• Choose insertion point (top-left corner)

✔The schedule will be inserted as an AutoCAD table
✔ Existing tables for the same member set will be replaced

Key Benefits

• Consistent company-standard schedules
• Faster schedule generation
• Automatic updates without duplication
• Easy tracking of reinforcement in drawings

 Best Practice Tips

• Always store logos in the same folder as the template
• Use clear naming for templates (e.g., Company_Std_Schedule)
• Avoid editing schedules manually in AutoCAD
• Use scheduler tools for all updates
• Verify bar marks after renumbering

 Conclusion

Customizing bending schedules in PROKON Probar 2D allows you to:

• Standardise documentation
• Improve workflow efficiency
• Maintain accurate and professional reinforcement schedule