Modeling

• Model any of the following connection types on your analytical model:
  • Beam-Column (Flange or Web)
  • Beam-Girder
  • Beam-Beam
  • Beam and Column Splices
  • Brackets
  • Gusset Plates for Bracing Connections
  • Base Plates
    • Unstiffened or stiffened column base plates
    • Uniaxial and biaxial
    • Stand-alone columns or with gussets for braces
    • Anchor design and optimization 
• Extensive, customizable database of connections provided
• Generate connections for the database using Microsoft Excel
• Control over dozens of design parameters: 
  • Welds (size, material, length, etc.) 
  • Plate dimensions 
  • Bolt (size, material, hole type, etc.) 
  • Doublers and stiffeners dimensions

Design

• Design per ANSI/AISC 360-05 (LRFD or ASD)
• ANSI/AISC 341-05 Seismic Provisions for Moment and Braced Frames
• ANSI/AISC 358-05 Prequalified Moment Connections
• BS5950-1:2000
• ACI 318-08 Appendix D for anchors
• Verify existing connections
• Optimize connections from selected list
• Detailed and summary design output
• On-screen verification of connection results