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Truss OBJ files to 3D Print - Class??

OBJ into OnShape and Export STL
Sign into OnShape then press Create -> Import files

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You can import the files all at once (make sure to switch the units to Millimeter)

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They will show up in your list:

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When you click on one you will see a larger version in the workspace:

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In the Parts list, highlight all the parts you want to export and single right click to get to the options, click Export:

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Make sure Units are Millimeters and Format is STL:

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3D Printing your STL file
Take the 3D Printer training
Upload the STLs you just created using OnShape into 3DPrinterOS

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Press the Layout Button on the Truss file

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You will want to press "On Bed" and "Center" and I recommend Rotating in the Y-direction 45 deg (in some cases this may not be possible and in some cases, you may need to export the STLs as separate files so you can re-arrange them on the bed).

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The standard PLA slicer settings are fine so you can just slice it for PLA (no brim, no support)

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Do the same for the Abutments
For the Crossmembers pleas add a Brim (outer) and Snug Support.

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