The MDS application allows the user to create standard supports for pipework, cable trays, (Both piping based cable trays (BRAN) and cable trays (CTRAY) created by the Cabling System) and HVAC. The application is highly interactive, enabling the user to design supports with the minimum of effort. It is also highly configurable allowing the administrator to define project related defaults to control the design of supports and to determine the range and types of ancillary support components that can be used on the project.

The standard supports in this application, which are designed using structural sections, are template driven. A default set of structural templates based on British Standard Steelwork Sections is supplied with the application. All of these templates may be configured to suit the needs of an office or project to adopt a relevant national standard for steelwork sections. (Refer to MDS ‑ Structural Design Templates for further information).