Risa Tips & Tricks: How to Use Our Structural Analysis Software

July 22, 2026

Did You Know? 5 RISA Account Benefits You Might Be Missing

If you use RISA regularly, you probably already know how powerful the software is for structural analysis and design. But in conversations with thousands of engineers over the years, we’ve found that some of RISA’s most valuable benefits still fly under the radar. Here are five things you might not know about your RISA experience: 1. Licenses Are More Flexible Than You Think RISA subscription licenses are not locked to a specific user or machine. Instead, they’re shared across your team through the RISA Customer Portal. This makes it easy to collaborate, scale usage, and ensure your team always has access when they need it. 2. Adding Licenses Gets More Affordable As your team grows, so does your efficiency—and your savings. RISA uses a tiered pricing structure, meaning additional licenses are automatically discounted. In some cases, you can receive up to 50% off additional seats, making it easier to expand without stretching your budget. 3. Direct Access to Support Engineers When questions come up, you’re not talking to a generic support line. RISA’s technical support team is made up of structural engineers based in the U.S., available Monday through Friday from 6 AM to 5 PM PT. Whether it’s modeling…

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September 16, 2025

What’s New in ASCE 7-22?

The ASCE/SEI 7-22 Minimum Design Loads and Associated Criteria for...

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September 16, 2025

What’s New in ANSI/AISC 360-22?

The ANSI/AISC 360 Specification for Structural Steel Buildings is the...

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Slab vs spread footing in RISAFoundation
July 29, 2025

Slab vs. Spread Footing in RISAFoundation: What's the Difference?

We often get asked: “Should I model my foundation as a slab or a spread...

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July 15, 2025

RISAConnection in Practice

Steel buildings are rarely simple—and the connections that tie them...

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June 05, 2025

RISACalc in the Field

RISACalc in the Field: A Case Study in Confidence and Convenience It was a...

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May 22, 2025

How RISA Powers Manufacturing Facility Design from Top to Bottom

Case Study: Designing for Strength at Every Level When a Midwest...

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April 29, 2025

RISA Customer Portal for Educational Users

RISA Educational Program RISA is proud to continue supporting the next...

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February 25, 2025

A Day in the Life of an Industrial Structural Engineer

If you've ever wondered what it’s like to be an industrial structural...

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