Market Benefits of TEKLA Structures
XSTEEL, a world-renowned steel structure detailing software, was renamed TEKLA Structures in 2004. This upgraded software now includes not only steel structure modules but also structural design and concrete modules, offering a more comprehensive set of functions.
TEKLA Structures is an ideal solution for any project, whether large or small, simple or complex. It is a powerful and flexible 3D modeling and detailing software that seamlessly integrates the entire workflow—from sales and bidding to detailing, manufacturing, and installation.
For nearly 40 years, Tekla has delivered innovative tools that help steel structure detailers and manufacturers work more efficiently and accurately. TEKLA Structures is trusted by thousands of companies worldwide, including over 100 firms and 200 clients in China alone. In 2005, among the top 10 enterprises in China ranked by annual steel structure output value, 8 were TEKLA Structures users, such as Shanghai Baoye, Zhejiang Hangxiao, Jinggong Group, Shandong Laigang, 22MCC, Bosige Construction, Jiangsu Huning Steel Machinery Co., Ltd., and Hangzhou Hengda Steel Structure. Additionally, 60% of the 160 projects awarded China’s National Building “Steel Structure Gold Award” in 2005, including the Zhongguancun Financial Center, Beijing Television Center, Foshan Lingnan Pearl Gymnasium, Beijing Yintai Center, and Shanghai General Motors Factory, were completed by TEKLA users.
We are committed to providing users with the most advanced software. Unlike smaller companies, we invest heavily in research and development, ensuring that every new version of our software is cutting-edge. Tekla understands that our technology must serve your needs, so user guidance and support are our top priorities. Our technical support team consists of highly skilled engineers, many of whom are professional detail designers and engineers themselves. As user demands grow, our services continue to expand, and Tekla now serves a global market. Customer feedback plays a vital role in shaping new software versions, demonstrating our dedication to user service. We take pride in being your trusted partner today and in the future.
Comprehensive Features of TEKLA Structures
TEKLA Structures is a versatile 3D modeling software that empowers you to design various types of steel structures with ease and precision. It enables you to create complex, intelligent steel structure models of any scale. These models facilitate seamless information exchange throughout the design, manufacturing, and installation phases—something engineers could only dream of in the past.
Intelligent 3D Technology
TEKLA Structures features a unique model-based building system that allows you to create an intelligent 3D model containing all necessary information for processing, manufacturing, and installation. It automatically generates detailed workshop drawings and various material reports. Compared to traditional 2D systems, this significantly boosts your efficiency, accuracy, and overall productivity.
The software also offers a range of user-friendly tools and an extensive node library to satisfy diverse connection needs. These can be easily applied to your structures via automatic connections and default settings.
High-Quality Technical Support
We understand that switching software requires bold, sometimes exploratory decisions. That’s why we strive to make the transition as smooth and seamless as possible. Our experienced engineers provide assistance at every step, ensuring you navigate the changeover with confidence.
Ease of Use
TEKLA Structures features a graphical interface designed for immediate use in detailed design—fast and intuitive. Built on Windows NT/2000/XP platforms, its user-friendly interface includes customizable and floating icons and toolbars that provide quick access to essential tools for building structural models. Dynamic zoom and drag features allow you to inspect your model from any angle in detail. The unlimited undo function lets you easily correct mistakes, and a context-sensitive help menu guides you to the information you need.
True 3D Modeling
With TEKLA Structures, you can develop a complete 3D model that accurately simulates a real structure, incorporating all structural and geometric information of an engineering project. Simply define the layout and working points, and with a click, the software displays steel sections with real cross-sections on screen.
Utilizing the latest OpenGL technology, TEKLA Structures allows multiple display modes. You can smoothly rotate your model and explore it from any angle, regardless of its size. Unlike other modeling systems, TEKLA Structures enables you to work fully in three-dimensional space without switching back and forth between modeling and rendering views. You can also work simultaneously in 2D and 3D views, giving you the flexibility to choose your preferred workflow.
Practical Applications of TEKLA Structures
Intelligent Nodes
TEKLA Structures offers a comprehensive range of connection nodes, providing precise parameters for everything from simple end-plate and support connections to complex box girders and spatial frames. If you need a custom node, you can modify existing ones or create your own and save them in your personal node library for future use. The new automatic connection feature simplifies node installation—you can apply connections independently, in stages, or across the entire project, with immediate results. This feature is especially valuable for large projects involving multiple nodes.
The software’s node verification function helps detect design errors by displaying results in a dialog box and generating printable HTML reports that include node graphics and calculation sheets.
Automated Macros
Macros are programs that quickly generate complex structures. TEKLA Structures includes macros for nodes as well as complex elements like stairs, handrails, trusses, and steel towers. To create a staircase, for example, simply set a work point and activate the corresponding macro; TEKLA Structures will construct the required staircase automatically.
Collaborative Work
TEKLA Structures supports multi-user collaboration on the same model. This feature is perfect for large-scale projects, allowing multiple users to work on a model simultaneously—even from different locations—saving time and boosting productivity.
Seamless Integration with Other Systems
TEKLA Structures offers data interfaces with popular software such as AutoCAD, PDMS, MicroStation, Frameworks Plus, and supports the latest CIMsteel standards—CIS/2. These interfaces enable rapid, accurate model transfer throughout the design process. By linking design and analysis software with MIS and manufacturing control systems, TEKLA facilitates a fully integrated workflow from planning and design to fabrication and installation. This data exchange improves production efficiency and reduces costs.
Drawings and Reports
TEKLA Structures automatically generates drawings and reports throughout your workflow.
You can produce material lists in any format and CNC machine data from overall layout drawings. The drawing editor features fully interactive tools, allowing you to fine-tune your drawings for optimal results. Additionally, the drawing copying function lets you replicate complex drawing styles, significantly enhancing productivity.
Thanks to a centralized database at its core, TEKLA Structures keeps reports, drawings, and CNC data up-to-date regardless of modifications. One of its greatest advantages is how easily you can update your model. You don’t need to delete members; simply select and modify them. The intelligent 3D model automatically adjusts related nodes, drawings, material lists, and CNC data when you change a beam’s or column’s length or position.
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