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Floors To model slabs with different variable thickness and load conditions can be modeled loading in SAFE easily. In general , it is recommended best to use create a base slab covering which spans the entire floor. Localized thicker or thinner slabs can be modeled by drawing a slab with different  , then draw slabs of variable thickness over the base slab as required. The program will automatically consider the smaller (contained area) slab properties for the overlapped area (this applies to every type of area element except drop which always takes precedence). Localized parts of the floor with different loads can also be modeled simply by using slabs with NONE properties over the partial floor. Once the area have been drawn the additional (+ if increases, - if decreases) load should be applied to the NONE area via Assign>Load datato adjust local geometry and loading. Contained-area slabs drawn over the base slab will take precedent. This applies to every area object except drop-panels. To apply variable loading, assign NONE properties to contained-area slabs, then select Assign > Load Data to specify load magnitude and direction.