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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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RISAFoundation (5)

August 30, 2019

Add Single Layer of Reinforcement anywhere in Slab

RISAFoundation has the ability to create a single layer of reinforcement...

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December 20, 2018

How to Create and Apply A Custom Rebar Layout

Applying a Custom Rebar Layout in RISA-3D: To begin creating a custom...

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November 08, 2018

Mat Slab Overturning and Sliding Safety Factors

RISAFoundation v11.0 includes two new tabs in the Safety Factors results...

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November 01, 2018

Soil Overburden on Mat Slab

RISAFoundation can apply soil overburden to a mat slab to account for the...

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October 26, 2018

What’s New in the NBC 2015?

The 2015 NBC compliant codes have been implemented into RISA-3D v17.0,...

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October 25, 2018

ASCE 7-16 Is Now Available!

The 2016 edition of ASCE Minimum Design Loads and Associated Criteria for...

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September 20, 2018

Passive Resistance for Mat Slabs

RISAFoundation includes the added ability to enter a passive pressure for...

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August 02, 2018

Governing Load Combinations for Shear in Concrete Columns

For concrete column members, the load combination producing the maximum...

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May 24, 2018

Concrete Pile Design for Pile Caps

Concrete pile design is now incorporated in the pile cap results in...

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