Unique calculation software connects steel to concrete engineering

IDEA StatiCa's widely used calculation software has a unique application that bridges the gap between steel and concrete engineering. "Ultimately, a steel element is often connected to concrete and at that point the calculation often becomes challenging. Either you have to continue calculation manually or you run out of guidelines and have to apply advanced methods. Our new application solves this problem by providing a link between the work of the steel engineer and concrete engineer. Namely, it calculates the anchorage in concrete using the Steel Connection application and Concrete 3D Detail application," says Sebastiaan Hassel, product engineer and trainer at IDEA StatiCa.

This new tool is entirely in keeping with the innovative nature of this leading family company specializing in architectural design software. It recently launched an update that includes new anchor types, simplifies the creation of standard connection designs and significantly speeds up the workflow.

More confidence

"The goal of our software is to give the engineer more confidence in his calculations. To perform the review according to the standard, it combines the power of complex calculation software with the simplicity of spreadsheets. And because it is intuitive software, it is very accessible." 

Since one can calculate faster and more accurately using this software, cost, time and environmental impact are saved. IDEA StatiCa also works closely with key players such as Autodesk, Trimble, HILTI and NEMETSCHEK. Indeed, it considers BIM-based interoperability between building solutions as one of the most important tools for the industry. In practice, this means that virtually any structural analysis or modeling solution can be interfaced with the IDEA StatiCa software.

Advantage of 3D

The software is developed in such a way that the user sees immediate results, with IDEA StatiCa also distinguishing itself with the 3D option. "Whereas in Excel you only see the results of your calculation in numbers, our software also immediately maps them visually. And that provides a different insight. It helps to understand certain principles, such as what happens to the connection and elements when things are changed. Or how forces and stresses run."

Wide support

IDEA StatiCa offers a wide range of support options. Users can find an extensive catalog of tutorials online. In addition, numerous videos, articles and other reference works provide plenty of information. Also very helpful are the free webinars that can be registered for, as well as watched back.

Group Training

In addition, IDEA StatiCa organizes on-site group training, given by Hassel himself, among others: "We give these throughout the Benelux. We can give a training where you learn all the ins and outs of our steel package or concrete package. We have also developed a training that zooms in entirely on parametric design. But if you wish, a fully customized training is also possible. The nice thing about these group trainings is the direct contact with the user. And nice to see how quickly the participants pick up everything."