March 15, 2023

Beam over Column Connection now available in RISAConnection v14

The new Beam over Column connection in RISAConnection Version 14 provides engineers with an additional connection design capability. Columns can be Wide Flange or HSS Tubes or Pipes. For more information about this new connection, check out the video below:

Tags: New, RISAConnection, Defaults

July 11, 2017 | New, RISAConnection, Base Plate

Base Plate Connection Design now Available

This video tutorial will show you how to design a base plate in RISAConnection for both gravity and lateral loads. You can automatically transfer your column end forces from RISAFloor or RISA-3D into RISAConnection…

March 18, 2020 | Webinar, New, RISAConnection, Hilti, Events

WEBINAR: Integrating Steel and Concrete Anchorage Design with Hilti

Recently, RISAConnection v11 added the ability to export base plate connections as well as reactions directly to Hilti PROFIS Engineering for anchorage design. Within Hilti Profis, engineers can check anchor strength, anchor pullout, concrete breakout and concrete pryout according to ACI 318 in order to finalize the design of the base plate assembly. To promote this new integration, we are joining Hilti for the their Anchor 207 Webinar Series. This course, Integrating Steel and Concrete Anchorage Design, reviews the basics of base plate design, anchoring to concrete design, and the interaction between base plates and anchors. In addition, the course will review how RISAConnection and PROFIS Engineering work together to streamline the workflow and simplify the design process. Webinar attendees will also receive 1.0 NCSEA Diamond Review PDH. For more information on the link between RISAConnection and Hilti PROFIS Engineering, check out the support article linked below…

April 18, 2024 | Featured, Structural Engineering

A Building's Lifecycle: Celebrating Earth Day as Structural Engineers

Happy Earth Day on April 22! As structural engineers, our role extends beyond construction; it’s a commitment to sustainability that spans the entire lifecycle of a building. Let's explore how we can make every building a story of continuous rebirth. Birth of a Building: Sustainable Foundations Our journey begins with choosing sustainable materials like bamboo or recycled steel, setting a foundation that reduces the initial environmental impact. Local sourcing and eco-friendly manufacturing processes are crucial in minimizing the carbon footprint right from the start. Life: Efficiency in Action During its operational phase, a building's sustainability depends on our designs. Energy-efficient systems, smart water management, and superior insulation ensure that the building remains functional and adaptable, promoting a longer lifespan with minimal environmental impact. Twilight Years: Planning for Flexibility As buildings age, planning for future modifications becomes essential. Designing with modularity allows parts to be upgraded or replaced easily, extending the building's useful life and delaying deconstruction. End of the Line: Deconstruction Over Destruction Eventually, every building reaches the end of its useful life. Here, we focus on dismantling so materials can be reused or recycled. This phase is about keeping materials out of landfills and re-entering them into the production…