• RAM Frame and NBCC 2015 4.1.8.11 4)

    Hi, Based on NBCC 2015 4.1.8.11 4) single storey buildings with steel or wood deck as diaphragms can have a higher fundamental period compared to 4.1.8.11 3) as seen in the snap below. However, in the current RAM frame the Ta is only based on clause…

  • RAM Frame - Joint Shape Warning for Braced Frame

    I'm getting some conflicting graphical information and output. I'm designing a special concentrically braced frame (SCBF) with wide flange beams and columns and HSS braces. The frame column webs are oriented in the plane of the frame and all beam and…

  • RAM Frame - Moderately Ductile Beam Requirements

    I am looking at the requirements of the beam at the second story of the chevron BRBF. Why is RAM Frame checking Beam ductility using the Diagonal Brace requirements of AISC 341-16? The output clearly says it does not check the axial demand in the beam…

  • Technical Support via Phone?

    Hi! I'm a plan reviewer with the city of San Jose. I'm reviewing a new hockey arena and I have some questions about how RAM processes automated ELF procedures and seismic drifts for structures that have collector columns. It's a BRB building, but thin…

  • RAM Frame - Masses

    Product(s): RAM Structural System; RAM Frame Version(s): Any Environment: N/A Area: Analysis Original Author: Bentley Technical Support Group Why do I get a warning about mass that's not associated…

  • RAM Frame - Seismic Loads [FAQ]

    Product(s): RAM Structural System; RAM Frame Version(s): Any Environment: N/A Area: Analysis Original Author: Bentley Technical Support Group How are torsional irregularities considered? In…

  • Featured LEARN Course: Designing Steel Members According to the Seismic Provisions

    Take advantage of RAM Frame’s ability to accurately generate steel load combinations according to the AISC 341 Seismic Provisions. Accurately assign lateral frame types and perform a design on all lateral steel members according to the seismic provisions…

  • RAM Frame - Steel Standard and Seismic Provisions

    The TechNotes and FAQs in this section cover various topics regarding the Frame module Steel design including Standard and Seismic Provisions in RAM Structural System. Use the navigation tree at the left to browse.
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