Whether you’re coming back to RISA after a short break or revisiting it after years away, we’re here to make your return seamless and rewarding. From updated features to enhanced training resources, RISA is more equipped than ever to support your structural engineering needs. Here’s a step-by-step...
Valentine's Day Quiz: What's Your Structural Design Personality? 💕 This Valentine’s Day, it’s time to find out which structural element matches your personality! Are you steady and supportive like a column, or do you love taking the load like a beam? Take this fun quiz and discover your inner...
On January 24th, we celebrate the International Day of Education, a reminder of the transformative power of learning. For structural engineers, education doesn’t stop at graduation. It’s a lifelong journey that ensures we stay ahead in a rapidly evolving field. Let’s explore why ongoing learning,...
Transitioning from one structural engineering software to another can seem daunting, but with careful planning and the right resources, the process can be both efficient and rewarding. If your firm is considering moving from RAM Concept to ADAPT-Builder for concrete structure design and analysis,...
What does a typical day look like for an engineer using RISA-3D? From initial model setup to final analysis, RISA-3D simplifies complex structural design tasks, saving time and enhancing accuracy. This narrative follows an engineer tackling a mid-sized steel-framed warehouse project, showcasing how...
Discover how Stonewood, a leader in multi-family and mixed-use projects, utilizes RISA and ADAPT software to streamline their structural designs, tackle complex podium-style jobs, and optimize post-tensioned (PT) concrete work. From integrating RISA-3D and RISAFloor to using ADAPT for PT design,...
Get ready to mark your calendar and set reminders! 2025 is packed with important conferences, fun competitions, and key industry updates that every structural engineer should know about. From opportunities to learn and connect to celebrations of engineering achievements, here’s a look at what’s...
Rebecca Miller, PE, is a Technical Trainer at RISA and has been with the company since 2022. After earning an MS in Structural Engineering from the University of Minnesota and a BS in Physics and Mathematics from Concordia College, Rebecca embarked on a career in the Power Delivery industry,...
The winter months bring a unique set of challenges to structural engineering: projects slow down, site conditions become less predictable, and downtime can be harder to avoid. However, this season also brings opportunities to work smarter, streamline workflows, and plan ahead for a productive year....
