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

October 6, 2026

New Features in the RISA Customer Portal Release

The redesigned Customer Portal provides the information you need to efficiently manage your RISA products. Stay ahead of renewals, monitor product usage, and access helpful resources all from one place. See it in action with the video below. Redesigned Homepage The new homepage gives you a clearer view of your account. Added dashboards and new reporting data provides you with more insights into your licenses, renewals, usage, and resources. Licensing Overview and Summary Get a quick snapshot of your account with the Licensing Overview. It makes it easier to understand what products are active and which licenses need attention. This section also provides a jumping off point by linking to other sections of the Customer Portal. Click one of the summary items to learn more or modify your licenses. License Health Use the new Portfolio Overview to see the health of your account at a glance. View your total licenses with a breakdown of licenses that are active, renewing soon, and expired. You can also see whether Auto Renew is enabled and directly set it up when needed. This feature automatically renews the software your team relies on and avoids interruptions in your workflow. Renewals Understand exactly which licenses are…

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October 28, 2025

Why Maximum Moment Graphs Differ from Flexural Demand in RISA-3D

When the Graphs Don’t Match: Understanding the Controlling Case A common...

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October 17, 2025

The Hidden Tension Tie: When Rigid Diaphragms Meet Sloping Members

Rigid diaphragms in RISA-3D are a powerful way to model how floor systems...

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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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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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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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