Design Any Type of Foundation - From Basic to Complex
What is STAAD Foundation Advanced?
STAAD Foundation Advanced is a comprehensive structural foundation design and analysis software that includes specialized features for foundations of many types. You can perform isolated, combined, pile cap and mat foundations or more complex foundations including horizontal vessel foundations, tank annular ringwall, lateral analysis of pile/drilled piers, and vibrational analysis for machine foundations.
- Analyze and Design
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International Standards
Design a wide variety of foundations, from simple spread footings to complicated mats and specialized machinery pads, with the extensive support of international standards.
Loads And Load Combinations
Apply wind and seismic loads using built-in load generators. Calculate loading parameters automatically. Combine lateral load cases with gravity and other types of loads using load combination generators.
Machine Vibration And Settlement
Analyze machine block foundation for dynamic loading. Leverage wizard-based input for fast FEA solids model creation, various loading, and soil spring options.
- Detail and Document
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Reinforce Concrete
Detail and schedule concrete and reinforcing
Produce rebar placing drawings, including sections, plans, details, bar bending schedules, material take-offs and beam/column/footing schedules, all based on the 3D model. All schedules and drawings can be customized to adhere to your company’s standards for concrete projects.
Produce Documentation
Generate Structural Design Documentation
Generate structural design documents including necessary plans and elevations that are used to convey the design intent. Changes made to the 3D model are automatically updated in the documentation.
International Standards
Design a wide variety of foundations, from simple spread footings to complicated mats and specialized machinery pads, with the extensive support of international standards.
Loads And Load Combinations
Apply wind and seismic loads using built-in load generators. Calculate loading parameters automatically. Combine lateral load cases with gravity and other types of loads using load combination generators.
Machine Vibration And Settlement
Analyze machine block foundation for dynamic loading. Leverage wizard-based input for fast FEA solids model creation, various loading, and soil spring options.
Reinforce Concrete
Detail and schedule concrete and reinforcing
Produce rebar placing drawings, including sections, plans, details, bar bending schedules, material take-offs and beam/column/footing schedules, all based on the 3D model. All schedules and drawings can be customized to adhere to your company’s standards for concrete projects.
Produce Documentation
Generate Structural Design Documentation
Generate structural design documents including necessary plans and elevations that are used to convey the design intent. Changes made to the 3D model are automatically updated in the documentation.
STAAD Foundation Advanced
*Prices vary per region. For more options, see licensing and subscriptions section.
User Quote
“STAAD revolutionized the structural design process years ago, and even today, many years and versions later, it is still the most user-friendly solution and preferred by most designers.”
— Vikrant Chaudhary, Tandon Consultants Pvt. Ltd.
FEATURED USER STORIES
WSP
50-story Tower over Historic Tunnels
By using PLAXIS and RAM Concept’s analysis capabilities, the team delivered the owner’s vision.
VYOM
Unique Office Building
The team used STAAD to help create a cost-efficient, optimized design that is set to withstand structural tensions.
WSP/McGee
Complex Basement Design on Waldorf Astoria Hotel
Leveraging RAM and PLAXIS provided an innovative structural solution, saving 25% in design time.
STAAD Software Resources
Licensing and Subscription options
Choose What is Right for You
One-year license with training
Virtuoso Subscription – A popular choice for small and medium-sized businesses
Get access to software that comes with training – fast! Bentley’s eStore, Virtuosity, offers a convenient way to lease a 12-month license of Bentley software for a low, upfront cost. Every online purchase through Virtuosity comes as a Virtuoso Subscription that includes training and auto-renewals.
With no contract required, it’s easy to get started quickly.
One-time purchase with support
Perpetual License with SELECT
A perpetual license of Bentley software is a one-time purchase, with a yearly maintenance subscription, called SELECT. This includes 24/7/365 technical support, learning resources, and the ability to exchange licenses for other software once a year. With SELECT, you will benefit from:
- License pooling, so you can access your software from multiple computers.
- Access additional Bentley software with Term Licenses, which allow you to pay for what you use without the upfront cost of purchasing a perpetual license.
Annual renewal quotes are delivered directly to your inbox, and our experienced Renewal Representatives are available to answer your questions and guide you through any changes you’d like to make.
Enterprise Organizations
We’ve got your back
For larger organizations with in-depth requirements, we offer plans to provide global pricing and access to our comprehensive portfolio of solutions and success plan services. Contact us about how to get access to software, global best practices, implementation services, training, and technical support to help your organization realize its full potential while addressing your unique needs.