SUNNYVALE, Calif., March 9, 2017 /PRNewswire/ -- Trimble
(NASDAQ: TRMB) announced today three new versions of its software
for structural engineering, fabrication and construction teams:
Tekla Structures 2017, Tekla Structural Designer 2017 and
Tekla Tedds 2017. Continuous
development of Tekla Building Information Modeling (BIM) solutions
demonstrates Trimble's commitment to innovation in structural
engineering, off-site prefabrication and on-site efficiency.
"In these new Tekla versions, we focus on improving
communication and modeling methods because these are directly tied
to the productivity of core tasks within large workgroups and
projects," said Jari Heino, general
manager of Trimble's Structures Division. "The software provides a
variety of completely new tools for users to expand their scope of
work and collaborate with project stakeholders to ensure that the
entire team is on the same page."
Tekla Structures 2017: Next Generation Methods and
Improved Design Communication
For general design, the new version of Tekla Structures BIM
software offers more control over direct modification, which allows
users to create an accurate structural model quicker and easier.
There is a faster organizer for finding and fixing parts,
and improved tools for instant information reporting. With the
basepoint, engineering offices and architects can now work
together in a BIM workflow with consistent and correct common
coordinates. Efficient collaboration with architects is now
possible with a new plugin that allows live algorithmic modeling
for Tekla Structures using graphical algorithm editor
Rhino/Grasshopper.
For concrete, Tekla Structures 2017 introduces the next
generation reinforcement method that gives users more
flexibility to create and modify reinforcements for different types
of concrete geometries. With the unique pour unit feature,
managing and reporting all pour-specific information is effective
and easy.
For the precast concrete fabrication, this new version improves
information exchange between detailing and production with new
data transfer links to production management. The new
palletizer tool improves model-based production planning,
saves time in the planning process, and prevents human errors in
information transfer between detailing and production.
For steel detailing, the new version improves modeling of
steel bent plates with full support for direct modification.
Now, editing and working with even the most complex bent
plates is simple and intuitive. Users can create anything from
simple bent gussets to folded profiles, spiral stringer plates,
transitional duct sections, complex folded panels and more.
Enhancements in drawing production enable easier and more
flexible shaping of drawings, and help ensure clear communication
of design intent and fewer requests for information. The new 2D
Library is a productivity tool for replacing repetitive work.
Tekla Structural Designer 2017: Foundation Design and
Wind Loading Efficiency
Tekla Structural Designer, an analysis and design (A&D)
software, compresses design time by enabling an efficient way to
quickly establish the best structural solution. Tekla Structural
Designer 2017 delivers significant new features and enhancements
focused on A&D workflow productivity with numerous enhancements
combining to contribute significantly to the overall workflow for
both steel and concrete code compliant structural design.
The new version offers comprehensive design functionalities for
the common foundation types required in steel and concrete
structures. It makes foundation design more efficient by automating
the number of piles required, together with comprehensive
calculations and material take-off within a single model. In
addition, new wind load processes speed the application of wind
load on complex-shaped buildings.
Tekla Tedds 2017: More
Calculations to Improve Productivity
Developed to improve engineering productivity and quality,
Tekla Tedds automates repetitive and
error prone structural and civil calculations. In the face of ever
more aggressive deadlines and demands, Tekla Tedds enables users to streamline
engineering design by replacing tedious manual calculations and
spreadsheets with professional and consistent output. In version
2017, Trimble has added a large number of new calculations and
enhancements to existing calculations across various design codes.
The software now includes new steel column and base plate design
for Eurocodes and U.S. codes. Tekla
Tedds can be integrated with Microsoft Word to give
engineers control to quickly create professional project
documentation that includes calculations, sketches and notes.
For more information about the new versions, visit:
https://www.tekla.com/2017.
Availability
Tekla Structures 2017, Tekla Structural Designer 2017 and
Tekla Tedds 2017 are available now
at: https://download.tekla.com.
Images: Tekla Structures press images
Tekla Software by Trimble
Trimble produces Tekla software solutions for advanced BIM and
structural engineering workflow within the Trimble Buildings
portfolio. Trimble's construction solutions range from total
stations to advanced software, giving the industry tools to
transform planning, design, construction and operation of
buildings. Tekla software is at the heart of the design and
construction workflow, building on the free flow of information,
truly constructible models and collaboration. Information about
Tekla software: www.tekla.com.
About Trimble Buildings
Trimble Buildings, a part of Trimble's Engineering and Construction
segment, is focused on solutions that optimize the complete
Design-Build-Operate (DBO) lifecycle of buildings. Trimble is
dedicated to transforming the industry—increasing productivity,
reducing waste and optimizing schedules, budgets and real estate
portfolios—with powerful solutions that streamline communication
and collaboration. These targeted solutions enable architects,
engineers, contractors, owners, and occupiers to realize greater
agility, efficiency and insight. Used in over 150 countries around
the world, Trimble Buildings' solutions are transforming the way
the world designs, builds and operates infrastructure and
buildings. For more information visit:
building.trimble.com.
About Trimble
Trimble is transforming the way the world works by delivering
products and services that connect the physical and digital worlds.
Core technologies in positioning, modelling, connectivity and data
analytics enable customers to improve productivity, quality, safety
and sustainability. From purpose built products to enterprise
lifecycle solutions, Trimble software, hardware and services are
transforming a broad range of industries such as agriculture,
construction, geospatial and transportation and logistics. For more
information about Trimble (NASDAQ:TRMB), visit:
www.trimble.com.
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