New Plugins for SteelSmart® System 6!
Load Generator and Distributor
The Lateral Load Generator/Distributor tool uses the dimensions and load specification for a building and calculates the total lateral wind and seismic loads according to ASCE 7 Standard “Minimum Design Loads for Buildings and Other Structures”. Then, the tool distributes the lateral loads between floors and between shear walls in each floor. The distribution method takes into consideration type of floor diaphragm (rigid or flexible) and torsional effects of rigid diaphragms. The tool exports load data to SW design module and full output to a standard Excel sheet.... Read More
Layout & Details Drawing Generator
A major addition to SSS 6.0 is the new Layout and Connection Details Generator that plots framing layout of the wall and adds the connection design data (clip designation, # of fasteners, embedment, and screw pattern) to the typical connection detail. The drawing also includes framing members’ cross-sections and shapes. The drawing can be exported in AutoCAD® DXF format... Read More
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