Connection design software comparison

A set of HSS connections

IDEA STATICA DESCONPLUS GIZA STEEL HSS CONEX QuickQnect RAM CONN RISA CONN SDS/2 CONN
Functionality
Round HSS
Rectangular HSS
WF Beam at HSS Column - Shear
WF Beam at HSS Column - Moment
Longitudinal/Through Plate - Shear
Longitudinal/Through Plate - Axial
Longitudinal/Through Plate - Moment
Transverse Plate - Shear
Transverse Plate - Axial
Transverse Plate - Moment
HSS to HSS - Truss
HSS to HSS - Moment
Cap Plate - Axial
Base Plate
HSS Brace Connections


The source of the comparison

Although there are many connection design applications available on the market, not all are created equal. In this article by Steel Tube Institute, you can find an unbiased guide to software tools for HSS connections. Find out where IDEA StatiCa was placed and why.

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HSS connection design software comparation
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