CET.SteelConnDesign is a FREE, cutting-edge steel connection design software that is built on the AISC 13th/14th/15th standards and powered by modern mathematical theories, offering users a powerful design solution. The software can run in 3 modes: standalone, integration with FreeCAD or integration with Tekla. CET.SteelConnDesign will also support Revit and Blender later.
The current version of CET.SteelConnDesign is tailored exclusively for Windows OS and is compatible solely with Imperial units. Notably, it is not an open-source program, though we willingly share the source code with our partners upon request.
While CET.SteelConnDesign is available for free, we encourage users to explore the enhanced features of our Premium service. To access Premium benefits, kindly contact civilengrtools@gmail.com for additional details. Premium users can relish the following advantages:
- 24x7 Email/Video support
- In-person training
- Hot patch within 5 business days
- Feature requests
- Open/Save project file in plain json format
- 10 developer hours for each premium user (which could be used for special connection development)
Followings make CET.SteelConnDesign different from others:
1 Free to use: The standard version of CET.SteelConnDesign lets you explore unlimited connection types, loads, and materials for education, research, or commercial use.
2 Expertly designed: Our members, equipped with advanced degrees such as Masters and PhDs, possess profound expertise in Civil Engineering, Mathematics, and Computer programming. Led by a visionary with over two decades of industry experience, our team's strength extends to robust quality assurance and sales support.
3 User-friendly efficiency: Unlike competitors, CET.SteelConnDesign minimizes user inputs, automatically designing the most efficient connections.
4 Enhanced inspection: Enjoy a 3D interactive model created with FreeCAD and Tekla, allowing you to inspect connections more effectively.
5 Simple and powerful: The software's Connection-Oriented and efficient UI system lets you concentrate on specifying connection designs. Unique input fields accurately display user input and design results.
6 Detailed reports: Receive comprehensive connection design reports with user-friendly Latex equations, unit calculations, and detailed information.
7 Automated 2D drawing generation: Our software now automatically generates connection drawings for users, complete with dimensions and annotations (with FreeCAD only).
If you have any questions, feel free to reach out to us at civilengrtools@gmail.com. Premium users have the option to connect with our support team through Skype or Microsoft Teams.
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V1.6
- Support beam to beam web connections
- Minor bug fixes
V1.5
- Support automated 2d drawing generation with FreeCAD
- Minor bug fixes
V1.4
- Support beam to column, moment end plate connection with FreeCAD and Tekla
- Minor bug fixes
V1.3
- Support beam to column, end plate connection (Moment end plate will be supported later)
- Minor bug fixes
V1.2
- Support column transverse stiffener in beam to column falnge, moment connection
- Minor bug fixes
V1.1
- Support beam to column falnge, moment plate connection
- Minor bug fixes
V1.0 First Release: Beam to column single plate connection
CET.SteelConnDesign is evolving gradually. In upcoming releases, we plan to introduce support for beam splice connections, column splice connections, brace connections and others. In the long term, our goals include:
- Expanded design codes support
- Integration of seismic design
- Implementation of AI for connection design
- Import IFC models
When installing and using our software, users are assumed to agree with the terms outlined in the License Agreement.
We are a talent team by Engineers and we locate in several places across the world. Please contact civilengrtools@gmail.com if you have any questions or requests.