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

October 8, 2026

RISA-Revit 2027 Link Now Available

RISA is pleased to announce the release of the updated RISA-Revit Link which includes compatibility with Revit 2027 allowing for seamless integration between RISAFloor, RISA-3D, and Autodesk Revit. Explore all the features and benefits of the RISA-Revit link at the product page below. This release also offers improved coordination between the programs through enhancements including an added warning message when exporting to RISAConnection for unsupported connection types. For a complete list of the enhancements and corrections, review the release notes for version 27 of the RISA-Revit link below. Ready to start? Use the link below to download the latest version of the RISA-Revit link through the RISA Customer Portal…

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September 09, 2025

How to Use Multi-Period Response Spectrum Data for Seismic Load Generation?

With the adoption of ASCE 7-22, the concept of a multi-period response...

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September 04, 2025

Understanding Sign Conventions for Members Across RISA Software

RISA software products use different sign conventions depending on the...

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September 04, 2025

Understanding Sign Conventions for Wall Panels & Plates in RISA

While members (beams and columns) follow conventions tied to their local...

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August 13, 2025

What Happens During a RISA Software Tour?

Exploring a new structural design software purchase? If you’ve ever...

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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 22, 2025

Designing Light-Framed Structures: Tips for Wood & CFS

Light-framed construction has become increasingly prevalent in mid-rise...

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July 17, 2025

How RISA-3D Handles Wall Surface Loads at Openings

When designing shear walls in RISA-3D, it’s common to add surface...

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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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