How To: Define an Eccentric Antenna Load on a Pole in RISA-3D?
January 9, 2024

How To: Define an Eccentric Antenna Load on a Pole in RISA-3D?

Using RISA-3D's various modeling and loading tools, makes modeling telecom structures easy and efficient. RISA-3D allows engineers to quickly explore numerous design variations before physical implementation. When modeling the equipment dead load as a point load, have the point load applied at the...

Read More
Understanding RISA Licensing Roles: Empowering Account Management
December 5, 2023

Understanding RISA Licensing Roles: Empowering Account Management

In the dynamic world of software management, user roles and permissions are crucial for effective and secure account management. The RISA Customer Portal, a user-friendly tool designed to streamline your billing and licensing roles, offers a solution that empowers you with greater flexibility and...

Read More
Designing Pultruded FRP Structures Using RISA-3D and PulCalc
November 20, 2023

Designing Pultruded FRP Structures Using RISA-3D and PulCalc

Overview FRP or Fiber Reinforced Polymer (thermoset) composite materials are becoming more and more popular in the construction world of today. There are many reasons for using composite materials, which go beyond the scope of this article but suffice to say that composite/FRP materials are now...

Read More
Silent License Converter: Seamless Transition to Subscription Licensing
November 8, 2023

Silent License Converter: Seamless Transition to Subscription Licensing

The world of software and licensing is constantly evolving, and as technology advances, so do the methods for managing software licenses. In response to this ever-changing landscape, we're excited to introduce the RISA Silent License Converter Tool – an application tool designed to facilitate a...

Read More
Guide To: Flexible Diaphragm Load Distribution in RISA
October 17, 2023

Guide To: Flexible Diaphragm Load Distribution in RISA

It is important to understand how RISA is modeling your load distributions when applying flexible diaphragms. The flexible diaphragm distributes loads based on tributary area, but RISA breaks up the areas based on the nearest support elements on either side. When RISA sees support elements on both...

Read More
Guide To: Reviewing Your RISA-3D Model
September 21, 2023

Guide To: Reviewing Your RISA-3D Model

When working with RISA-3D, a structural analysis and design software, it's essential to thoroughly review your model to ensure accuracy and reliability. This checklist will guide you through the critical steps to review your RISA-3D model before analysis and design. This guide is not all...

Read More
RISA | Custom Wood Materials and Wood Schedules in RISA
August 15, 2023

RISA | Custom Wood Materials and Wood Schedules in RISA

In RISAFloor (and RISA-3D), the entire NDS species list is available as well as glulam materials but you may need to design a wood product that is not available in the program. In RISAFloor, you can create custom wood materials and wood schedules. Save these to your RISA databases and then your...

Read More
RISA-Revit 2024 Link Now Available
July 17, 2023

RISA-Revit 2024 Link Now Available

RISA is pleased to announce the release of the latest RISA-Revit Link which is compatible with Revit 2024. The RISA-Revit Link v24.0 allows seamless integration between RISAFloor, RISA-3D, and Autodesk Revit. The latest version now includes the ability to integrate columns and walls that have...

Read More