Tutorials

In this video we learn about using some of the user-defined attributes (UDAs) in the US Imperial environment that can help automate some drawing processes. Use UDAs for things like: Camber Shear studs Drawing customization

In this video we cover how recording tedious or repetitive commands can help automate your workflows. We'll show how to quickly apply user-defined attributes that you may use frequently, but these same steps can be used to speed up many other processes as well.

Check out the brand new Document Managertool that is used for listing and managing drawings and other types of documentsWith the document manager the user can, for example, reorganize, update, freeze, lock, and delete drawings.The user can also organize file documents, such as PDF, NC, and DWG files, and drawings, in document categories, and search documents and open drawings.Document manager is replacing drawing list from the version 2018i onward. in 2018i.  The Document Manager fully rep

In this video we look at a few of the workpoint creation tools that are available. These tools can come in handy when there is no snap function available for the situation you are working in. While there are many available, in this video we briefly cover three: Tangent to circle Intersection of two lines Intersection of part and line

With the new user interface changes in Tekla Structures 2018i you can now: Adjust your toolbar icon sizes Use the new show/hide toolbar switches Show parts in a selected view angle

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..

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

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 studbolt element that represents a metal rod or pin that is used to transfer loads Studs and other bolt elements are listed in the bolt catalog.A stud can be secured with two or more nuts and have threading at both ends, or it can be welded to steel parts, for example.

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 assemblyset of bolt elements that consists of a bolt, a stud, or a screw, and possibly the related washers and nuts - 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.

In this video we use the Floor Layout tool to quickly apply decking profiles, and direct modificationfunction that activates the mode where the model objects can be modified by using handlesDirect modification enables additional handles and modification options. tools to adjust the parts. In this video, we will learn:

It is possible to replace the standard anchor rods in a base platecomponent object that represents a plate welded to a column baseBase plates are used to distribute the concentrated load of the column over a wider area. component with custom components.

Model sloping and skewed framing easily with magneticgrid and construction object property which enables attaching adaptive model objects so that the attached model objects follow when part of the grid or construction object is movedSee also adaptivity. construction objects in Tekla Structures.

Learn about the user roles in Tekla Model Sharing. There are four roles: Owner, Editor, Viewer, and Project Viewer.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Learn how to get the changes others have made on a shared model by reading in the changes.

Learn how to share your work on a shared model by writing out the changes.

Joining a shared model after receiving e-mail notification