Applies To
	Product(s):	STAAD.Pro
	Version(s):	All
	Environment:	N/A
	Area:	Steel Design
	Subarea:	API 2A-WSD 21st Edition
	Original Author:	Bentley Technical Support Group

Does the API implementation only check tubular joints?

Yes. The implementation only deals with the joints formed between the Circular Hollow Section Members. Any other type of joints are not considered by the implementation.