Introducing SteelSmart System 8.5: The Future of Cold-Formed Steel Framing Design

Oct 30, 2023 | Software Update

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Dive into the latest advancements in cold-formed steel framing design with SteelSmart System 8.5! Developed exclusively for The Steel Network, Inc., this innovative software is packed with new features like the Project concept, enhanced GUI navigation, updated user guides, and much more. Whether you’re a current subscriber or new to SteelSmart, our latest video will guide you through all the groundbreaking updates. Don’t miss out on optimizing your design and detailing process.

Current SSS subscriber? Update today!

Users with current subscriptions can now log in/download/install the new updated version of SSS 8.5. Simply log in to your ASI Portal to update your software.

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Fig. 12-1_Creating New Project

Fig. 12-1_Creating New Project

Fig. 12-2_Required Information to Create New Project

Fig. 12-2_Required Information to Create New Project

Fig. 12-3_Loading Information of Previously Saved Project

Fig. 12-3_Loading Information of Previously Saved Project

Fig. 12-4_Setting Preferences for the New Project

Fig. 12-4_Setting Preferences for the New Project

Fig. 12-5_Project Explorer

Fig. 12-5_Project Explorer

Fig. 12-6_Solve Project

Fig. 12-6_Solve Project

Fig. 12-7_Project Design Summary

Fig. 12-7_Project Design Summary

Fig. 12-8_Status of Each Component in Project Explorer

Fig. 12-8_Status of Each Component in Project Explorer

Fig. 12-9_Adding Report to Project

Fig. 12-9_Adding Report to Project

Fig. 12-10_Output Report Items

Fig. 12-10_Output Report Items

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