Tutorials
Enhanced spiral beams
In Tekla Structures 2018 modelling spiral beams is now easier and more accurate, and you can export them to IFCfile format commonly used in BIM that facilitates software interoperabilityIFC is an open specification developed by the IAI (International Alliance for Interoperability).Model can be exported into an IFC file..
July 3, 2018
by Trimble Solutions UK
Using SketchUp models in Tekla Structures
In this video, we look at two ways to work with SketchUp models in Tekla Structures and where you can find them:
The 3D SketchUp warehouse with free content for your use
Importing as items and the differences in solids vs non-solids
Importing as reference models and ideas for how these can be used for collaboration
May 23, 2018
by Tekla User Assistance
Bolting Tips - Part 1
Check out this video to see some tips & tricks for bolting in your Tekla Structures model. See examples of how to create manual bolt groups including: basic bolting through two plates, bolting through a tube, create staggered bolt or stud groups, etc.
See also Bolting Tips - Part 2.
May 23, 2018
by Tekla User Assistance
Bolting Tips - Part 2
Check out the second video of Bolting Tips within Tekla Structures. In this video, we will cover how to add slotted or oversized holes through multiple layers of material, all the controlling of hardware in the bolt assembly - washers, nuts, etc. as well as where these values come from within the model by taking a brief look at the bolt and bolt assembly catalogs.
See also Bolting Tips - Part 1.
May 23, 2018
by Tekla User Assistance
Using Floor Layout tool for decking
In this video we use the Floor Layout tool to quickly apply decking profiles, and direct modification tools to adjust the parts. In this video, we will learn:
How to insert decking profiles using the Floor Layout component
Use direct modification to change the deck direction
Use the contextual toolbar to add penetrations to the deck
May 23, 2018
by Tekla User Assistance
Custom components as anchors
It is possible to replace the standard anchor rods in a base plate component with custom components. In this video we take a look at some of the default anchor custom components included with the US Imperial Environment and how to use them inside a base plate component like 1047.
May 23, 2018
by Tekla User Assistance
Easily move or adjust groups of objects with magnetic construction objects
Model sloping and skewed framing easily with magnetic construction objects in Tekla Structures. View this video to learn how to utilize these tools for ‘hip and valley’ framing scenarios or situations where you need to modify a grid line and have the framing adjust accordingly.
May 23, 2018
by Tekla User Assistance
User roles in Tekla Model Sharing
Learn about the user roles in Tekla Model Sharing. There are four roles: Owner, Editor, Viewer, and Project Viewer.
May 21, 2018
by Tekla tutorials
Overview: Tekla Model Sharing
Learn the basic concepts of Tekla Model Sharing. For example, the difference between Tekla Structures multi-user mode and Model Sharing, and between baselines and packets.
May 21, 2018
by Tekla tutorials
Save and share custom ribbon tabs
Tekla Structures gives you the ability to customize your ribbon and create new tabs for your favorite tools. But what if you wanted to share these tabs with others? In this video we learn how to isolate part of the ribbon so you can share just those desired tools with other people on your team.
May 14, 2018
by Tekla User Assistance
New tools: Undo history, Work plane handler toolbar, and Select previous objects
In this video we introduce 3 new commands to help you be more efficient. These features are available starting from Tekla Structures 2018.
1. Undo history - All the commands that you have run and the modifications you have done are now listed in the new Undo history dialog box. By selecting a command or an action in the Undo history dialog box, you can undo or redo several commands at one go, and thus go back and forth in the model history.
May 14, 2018
by Tekla User Assistance
Managing Tekla Model Sharing as an administrator
Learn how to use the Management Console. With Management Console, administrators can list and delete models, add users and modify the roles of users, lock and unlock shared models, and delete versions from the model.
April 6, 2018
by Tekla tutorials
Read-in – get the changes your team has made
Learn how to get the changes others have made on a shared model by reading in the changes.
April 6, 2018
by Tekla tutorials
Write-out – share the changes you made
Learn how to share your work on a shared model by writing out the changes.
April 6, 2018
by Tekla tutorials
Joining a model
Joining a shared model after receiving e-mail notification
April 6, 2018
by Tekla tutorials
Inviting Users
In this lessons you will see how to invite users to your shared model
April 6, 2018
by Tekla tutorials
Sharing your model
On this video you will see how to create a shared model.
April 6, 2018
by Tekla tutorials
Applications & components catalog - Tips & tricks
Take a look at customizing the Applications & Components catalog so that you can more easily find your favorite tools in Tekla Structures.
In this video we will:
Create custom groups of tools by type
Organize your custom groups
Link external applications
April 5, 2018
by Tekla User Assistance
New ways to manage drawing content
These improvements are available starting from Tekla Structures 2018.
In this video we introduce:
The Drawing Content Manager - a new interactive tool for checking and editing marks, notes and model objects in the current drawing.
Improved mark placement
New ways to interact with drawing marks
April 5, 2018
by Tekla User Assistance
Common options and settings in Tekla Structures
In this video we take a quick look at some of the most common settings you may want to make when starting a project. Watch to see a review of several options including:
Standard bolt diameter and grade when components are set to "Default"
Dual-Dimensioning in Imperial and Metric - often needed for government contracts in the US
Standard units - commonly used for more accurate gauge material modeling
March 12, 2018
by Tekla User Assistance