Modeling

• Model any of the following wide flange connection types on your analytical model:
   o Beam-Column (Flange or Web)
   o Beam-Girder
   o Beam-Beam
   o Beam and Column Splices
   o Brackets
   o Gusset Plates for Bracing Connections

• Extensive, customizable database of connections provided

• Generate connections for the database using Microsoft Excel™

• Control over dozens of design parameters:
   o Welds (size, material, length…)
   o Plate dimensions
   o Bolt (size, material, hole type…)
   o Doublers and stiffeners dimensions

Design

• Design per AISC ASD 9th or LRFD 3rd (ANSI/AISC 360-05 coming soon)
• ANSI/AISC 341-02 Seismic Provisions (ANSI/AISC 341-05 coming soon)
• Design per BS5950-1:2000 coming soon
• Verify existing connections
• Optimize connections from selected list
• Detailed and summary design output
• On-screen verification of connection results