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September 14, 2026

New Features in RISACore v23.0.3 Release

RISA is excited to announce the release of RISA-3D, RISAFloor, and RISAFoundation version 23.0.3. This update delivers code-current tools for engineers designing in India including updated Indian steel design standards, an expanded Indian steel shapes database, and Indian loading support. The updated versions of RISA-3D, RISAFloor, and RISAFoundation also include additional analysis and workflow improvements. With these enhancements, engineers can work confidently within the integrated RISA suite. Ready to get the latest RISA has to offer? Download the updated version of RISACore products through the Customer Portal. Indian Hot Rolled Steel Members and Design The new release supports steel design in accordance with IS 800:2007, including Amendment 1 (2012) and Amendment 2 (2024). This update helps engineers keep their steel design aligned with the latest applicable Indian code provisions while continuing to use the familiar RISA design workflow. Version 23.0.3 of our core products also expands the available Indian steel shape database with shapes from several major manufacturers. Together, the updated codes and expanded steel library makes it easier for engineers to select the appropriate sizes, analyze structural behavior, and design steel members all in one place. Loading per Indian Codes The new release also expands loading capabilities for Indian…

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May 10, 2018

Viewing Design Foundations in RISA-3D

RISA-3D v16 now includes the added ability to view foundations designed in...

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May 03, 2018

Enhanced "Move" Tools in RISAFoundation

RISAFoundation v10.0 now includes the added ability to move selected...

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April 26, 2018

Long Term Deflection in RISAFloor ES

RISAFloor ES has the ability to check the Long Term Deflection with Creep...

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April 19, 2018

Vertical Brace Connections per Canadian Code now Available

RISAConnection Version 8.0 now offers Vertical Brace Diagonal Connections,...

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April 12, 2018

Weak Axis Column to Beam Moment Connections now Available

RISAConnection v8 now offers weak axis moment connections with beams...

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April 05, 2018

Seismic Load Consideration for Retaining Walls

RISAFoundation has the capability to consider seismic loading for...

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March 29, 2018

Two-Sided Shear Connection Design now Available

Now available in RISAConnection v8: the ability to design a Two-Sided...

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March 22, 2018

Utilizing RISA-3D for Seismic Design of Concrete Walls

In RISA-3D we now have the ability to design concrete shear walls for...

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March 15, 2018

Brace to Column Base Plate Design now Available

You may now design a Brace to Column Base Plate Connection in...

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