Calculate horizontal, vertical, or compound cable tray offsets based on bend angle, offset distance, and available installation space. Cable tray (or cable ladder) systems are a popular alternative to electrical conduit systems, as they have an outstanding record for dependable service, design flexibility and cost savings in commercial and industrial applications. A properly designed and installed cable tray system will provide. Is it possible to align the cable tray with a sloping framing or ceilings in Revit? If the cable tray is moved instead of being sloping when using the align option, edit the Start or End Elevation of the cable tray to make it sloping. There are several types of cable trays, including ladder, perforated, solid bottom, basket, and channel trays.