• Wrong Loading Combination for Beam Optimization

    I am working on a two story steel building and am experiencing issues with the beam optimization. RAM is currently using a loading combination for some beams, displayed below, that is not the maximum loading so the beams are designed too small. Instead…

  • RAM SS Orthogonal Effect with Redundancy Factor

    Hi, I have a building with two orthogonal braced frame intersecting, which makes one of the column forms both lateral system in the orthogonal direction. Per ASCE 7-10, section 12.5.3.a, Orthogonal Combination Procedure shall apply (see figure 1 below…

  • Connections for Gravity Members are Designed for Zero Force

    Applies To Product: RAM Connection First Affected Version: All Found in Version: 8.0.0 Fixed in Version: 13.04.00.183 Environment: All Area: Design Subarea: RAM Connection…
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