Hello, I would like to confirm on how RAM calculates the max length of shear plate. In my manual calculation Max shear plate length Lmax=d-dct-dcb Beam used in the image below was W10X33 (d=9.75) Lmax = 9.75 - 2.0 - 1.75 = 6.0 However, RAM gives 5.73…

Hello, I noticed that the moments shown in RAM Connection when accessing the drop down menu for loads in the base plate editor do not match the moments shown in RAM frame steel module when pulling a column member force envelope report. For instance…

Hi I'm using RAM cnnection, version 13 update 6. I need to check a splice connection but in this version i could only see standard sections to be used. Is there any updated version where we can input custom beam sizes, plate sizes and bolt coordinates…

Hi everyone, When checking a flush moment connection, the Demand moment appears in 0 for the "external flange" and appears a small moment for "internal flange". My questions are: What is an external or internal flange in a splice moment connection…

I have created custom connections under the: Databases --> Connections --> New Group --> New Table --> New Item --> Save. Going to the "Customize assignment buttons": Switch to "user" collection --> New Group --> New Assigning Button --> Switch group…

Hi, When I run Joint Code Check in RAM Structural Systems, I don't get any web plates needed but when I run it again through RAM Connections within Structural Systems, it says the column web is too thin. I'm not sure which to go by.

In Limcon for a beam splice you could previously choose the analysis type (simplified - [axial and Bending in flanges shear in webs], elastic - [an elastic distribution of forces between web and flanges] or plastic - [a plastic distribution of forces…

Does anyone know how RAM Connections calculates the allowable tension capacity including the effects of prying action? I ran a couple tests in which I varied the bolt spacing (not the gauge) and the allowable capacity due to prying action remained the…

I have a 37 foot long pitched howe truss modeled out of steel tubes in Ram Elements. When going to assign the CHB Connections I receive the error message that the connection could not be assigned since no valid joints were found. I can not assign connections…

Hi, I am looking to automate the creation of models and design of several connections. Is there any open API for RAM Connection? I am currently using V13?

Hi, I'm trying to design pinned base plates using RAM connections through my STaad Pro model. Keep getting the error message: Connection is not compatible with this type of joint. Can you please help? attaching a screenshot of the error message.

I have highlighted the Value , I am not getting where these value coming from. Can any one help me out. I need this very urgently. PDF

Hello, I'm trying to use ram connection to detail my steel structure. but can't find a way to connect a knee brace to beam. Is there any way to do it? thanks

Hi I am trying to create a Custom Base Plate Connection into Ram Connection module in STAAD.Pro CE. I able to create a custom connection (see imagen) but when I trie to select the custom connection it has not shown as avaliable connection.

Hello, I have a RAM Structural System model that I am using the RAM Connection model to design base plates. When I open RAM Connections from RAM Manager I get this error when Connections open: I click ok and then when I assign a baseplate and then…

I'm working on a mat slab on grade to support a silo at a concrete batch plant and wanted to model the slab in RAM Concept. 1. Our model for a slab on grade has flagged ACI318 section 7.12. Per ACI318 section R7.12.1, this section is not for slabs-on…

Using RAM Connection to design a moment end plate beam splice which is flush on one end and extended downwards (MEP BS Extended downwards). When the program calculates the web weld shear strength, it only uses half of the weld length. When calculating…

In the results tab: Vertical bolt spacing (external flange) [in] 3.00 4.00 -- Sec. J3.3 I can't seem to figure out how to adjust the vertical bolt spacing for the external flange... Any hints?