Modeling

• VAConnect performs design checks for the following connections:
  • Steel Base Plates Anchored to Concrete
  • Shear Tabs (Single-Plate Connections)
  • Double Angle Bolted Connections
  • Double Angle Bolted/Welded Connections
  • Double Angle Welded Connections
  • Double Angle Welded/Bolted Connections
  • Welded Flange Plate Moment Connections
  • Bolted Flange Plate Moment Connections
  • Bolted End Plate Moment Connections
  • Column Splice Connections
  • Beam Over HSS Connections
  • Wood Bolted Shear Connections
  • Wood Fastener Withdrawal Connections
• VAConnect works as stand-alone products for quick connection checks or design
• VAConnect can be launched from within VisualAnalysis, VisualFoundation, and ConcreteBending for importing:
  • Member shape geometry
  • Names and design criteria settings
  • Design Forces from many LRFD load combinations and load sets

Loading

• Apply loads in multiple service load cases (e.g. Dead, Live, Seismic, etc.)
• Automatic building code load combinations are available
• Includes IBC, ASCE, and NBC Load Combination
• Create custom load combinations in any project
• Create patterned load cases
• Create Load Sets so one connection can be designed for use in multiple locations

Reporting

• Report includes graphics of the model
• Reports provide detailed hand style calculations
• Customize reports to include specific detailed calculations or tables
• Print Preview mode while working with reports
• Print to any printer including PDF
• Export reports to .doc or .xlsx

General

• Dynamic graphical display of the connection to visually validate inputs
• Standard Windows interface for easy navigation
• Unlimited Undo & Redo commands
• Work in any unit system, perform math on input, and use custom unit 'styles'
• Program is self-documenting with tooltips on commands and input parameters
• Numerous preference settings for better defaults
• Free Training Videos provided for learning efficiency
• Free technical support email with quick responses

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If you need a new feature, please let us know. We are always looking for ways to improve products in ways that you desire. See Support Resources.