Creating a custom column

Hi All,

I am trying to work out the best way to create a custom shape concrete column which has rebates at top and bottom. Is this something that is best achieved with PC Studio, or is there a simpler workflow such as making a compound part? From what I have seen of compound parts it is geared towards a multi-layered wall (horizontally stacked) not a vertically stacked compound part.

Another example of what I hope to achieve is the placement of a steel column which has endplates top and bottom, and simply specify the height of the column to place the full arrangement.

Any input is much appreciated!

Thanks,

Ed