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  • RAM Connection Base Plate Anchor Bolt Force Distribution

    Why is it that in RAM Connection, Base Plate module, fixed biaxial, that tensile loads in anchor bolts aren't distributed based on their location to the load application point? For example, if I have a column with a 2x2 anchor bolt layout, with one of…
  • 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…
  • Design of Solid slab (Conventional slabs)

    Hello Everyone For a while, I was using an Advanced Concrete Design (RCDC) for the design of a solid slab. Today I tried to learn the RAM concept for the slab designs but I saw a design of strips that had never seen before (When I was using RCDC and…
  • Dummy beam

    Hello Everyone. I create a dummy beam with density=0 and E=0 (Figure.1) then I assign the beam (Figure.2) then Staad Error occurs( ***ERROR*** MATERIAL NAME MUST NOT CONTAIN ANY BLANK SPACE )(Figure.3), What is the solution?
  • STAAD Webinar: Have no fear, Steel AND Concrete are here!

    It’s easier than ever before to take your project from analysis and design to automated drawing and documentation. Produce the bill of materials and gain instant insight into various design alternatives for the most cost-effective design. Please join…
  • UC Ratio problem

    warehouse.zip wind calculation also in that folder.... try to fix this probem guys
  • how to get the loadings details in report????

    I have got my report, but there is no loading details like dead load, Wind loads and all... In report settings i have added Loadings, but its not showing.... Wt to do???? i want to see other load details. How to get that details?
  • Barras armadas comprimidas Grupo IV y V

    Hola; Necesito saber si es posible generar barras según las define el reglamento CIRSOC 301, como Itipo Grupo IV y Grupo V en RAM, como se ven en la imagen del link. https://www.google.com.ar/url?sa=i&rct=j&q=&esrc=s&source=images&cd=&ved=2ahUKEwjp8…
  • Job opportunities in Qatar for engineers

    A prestigious public company in Qatar is hiring engineers : They urgently require the following professionals- MINIMUM 7 YEARS EXPERIENCE DESIGN DRAINAGE Foul Sewer Engineer Hydrologist Senior Planning Engineer Senior…
  • Bentley at the 2011 SEAoC Convention in Las Vegas

    Next week I will be representing Bentley Systems at the Structural Engineers Association of California's annual convention being held in Las Vegas. It's my first trip back to the convention in a number of years, and I'm excited to be back. If you're attending…
  • Get Connected

    No, I'm not talking about joining another social networking site (unless it's Be Communities, of course). I'm talking about the nuts and bolts of the steel structure you're designing. And if you're designing that steel structure in one of our structural…
  • The Art of Structural Engineering: Snow Statues

    Last week, thousands of people from around the country descended on the tiny college town of Houghton in the Upper Peninsula of Michigan. They were either there as result of getting lost in a snow blizzard, or they were there for the largest annual event…
  • But I Don’t Want to Talk to a Salesperson!

    Structural engineering software is no longer a glorified calculator. Oh sure, years ago it was that 6-pack of beer you could pick up on any street corner, but not today. Today it's a sophisticated bottle of wine with earthy tones that is lined up with…
  • STAAD.Pro v8i SELECTseries 1 (build 20.07.06.35)

    There has been a new QA&R posting of STAAD.Pro V8i SELECTSeries 1 (build 20.07.06.35) on the Bentley SELECT server that addresses a number of issues which were not addressed in build 20.07.06.34 released on 18th March 2010. The additional issues addressed…
  • Risa to Staad

    Our company recently went from Risa to STAAD, is there any way to import a RISA 3D file into STAAD other than the DXF feature? The dxf only imports the geometry and I would like to get the properties. I know you can go the other way, from STAAD to Risa…
  • RAM Structural System - I need help writing a Data Access Script

    I am using RAM Structural for a building that has dozens of different Surface loads, Line loads, and Point Loads. I have all of the various loadings tabulated in an Exel file. It is my understanding that with Data Access, there should be a way for me…
  • Best Approach to Model and Design a Simple Four Sided Moment Frame Building in RAM SS

    I was wondering if there is any literature on the best way to approach the design of a simple four sided moment frame building using RAM Structural System? Thanks, Scott
  • Insider Skills: STAAD this Friday July 19th

    Join us for our Free seminar this Friday July 19th. Click Here for login information and a full description of Insider Skills. This weeks Topics: Wind Load Generation Floor Loading Options Seismic Load Generation Custom Section User…
  • Error in RAM Elements Version 11.0.1 (Build 15)

    While trying to design a model which is all steel members, the following error pops up; SteelCollection.dll not registered. I have included a snipping of the error window. Any help would be great. Regards, Scott
  • large rotational displacement

    When running the STAAD, the result shows everything is right,. Structure is stable, no warning. Displacements are limited. BUT, I get some funny numbers for rotational displacement e.g. 533 degree & sometimes more. I checked releases. I believe they…
  • New RAM Inside OUT by Ann Marie Garko-Hill, PE Article!

    I have uncovered some hidden gems in RAM Elements. Check out my blog article .
  • [STAAD PRO] Ask : API code design parameter

    Gents, today i'm working on pipe/tubular section in my model. to check the ratio in analysis, i'm using API code, but for non tubular section, i use AISC 9th Ed. however, i have some question regarding API code. (i use STAAD Pro v8i SELECT 4 20…
  • RAM - Steel Column design won't run.

    I have set up a model in RAM. It is A steel frame sat on an RC base. I have run the data check and there are no errors or warnings. I have run the steel beam design and it has given me section sizes. However, every time I try to run the steel…
  • Elemental stiffness matrix

    Hello, I built a simple truss model in Staad pro V8i. I am wondering whether there is a way to extract elemental stiffness matrix in global coordinate? I can access global stiffness matrix by enter SET PRINT STFFINESS in the basic solver. Is there any…
  • Tapered Members

    Section 5.20.3 states that "f 1 (Depth of section at start node) should always be greater than f 3 (Depth of section at end node)." In the model I am working in, it makes more sense for me to define my members from left to right which results in some…