VisualAnalysis is a general-purpose analysis and design tool for structural engineers and related professions. The finite element method is the basis for the analysis and structural design can be performed for concrete, steel, wood, aluminum, and cold-formed steel members according to the appropriate American or Canadian design specifications. Over the past 25 years, VisualAnalysis has been used by thousands of engineers to solve a wide variety of structural problems.

Getting Started

• Training Videos
• Use File | Open Example to see sample projects.
• Program Layout
• Upgrade Guide (What's New?)
• FAQ Answers at iesweb.com for business, licensing, installation issues.
• Downloadable PDF Help file.

Key Steps

• Model: Projects, model types, element types, sign conventions
• Load: Loading, load cases, load combinations
• Analyze: Setup, theory, process, results
• Design: Design process, bracing, terminology, materials supported
• Report: Creating and managing reports, both text and graphics

Help Notation

• Menu items are appear like this: File | New.
• Keystrokes or mouse commands appear like this: Shift+Click.

Purchase Levels

VisualAnalysis is purchased in one of four levels. Some topics are flagged with a required level. The level-features are summarized below, but described completely at: www.iesweb.com/va.

• Simple Analysis: 3D models, static and dynamic analysis, no design checks, code independent
• 2D Design: 2D member models, static analysis, steel and wood design checks
• Full Design: 2D Design features, plus 3D, plates, dynamic analysis and design checks in all materials
• Advanced: All available features

Disclaimer

VisualAnalysis is a proprietary computer program of Integrated Engineering Software (IES, Inc.) of Bozeman, MT. This product is intended for use by licensed, practicing engineers who are educated in structural engineering, students in this field, and related professionals (e.g. Architects, Building Inspectors, Mechanical Engineers, etc.). Although every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of this program and its documentation, IES, Inc. does not accept responsibility for any mistake, error, or misrepresentation in, or as a result of, the usage of this program and its documentation. (Though we will make every effort to ensure that problems that we can correct are dealt with promptly.) The results obtained from the use of this program should not be substituted for sound engineering judgment.

License and Copy Restrictions

By installing VisualAnalysis on your computer, you become a registered user of the software. The VisualAnalysis program is the copyrighted property of IES, Inc. and is provided for the exclusive use of each licensee. You may copy the program for backup purposes and you may install it on any computer allowed in the license agreement. Distributing the program to coworkers, friends, or duplicating it for other distribution violates the copyright laws of the United States. Future enhancements and technical support depend on your cooperation in this regard. Additional licenses and/or copies of VisualAnalysis may be purchased directly from IES, Inc.

IES, Inc.

Integrated Engineering Software, Inc.
3740 Equestrian Ln Unit 1
Bozeman, MT 59718
Sales or Licensing: 406-586-8988, sales@iesweb.com
Technical Support: support@iesweb.com