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Why Simcenter S-Frame Calc?

Simcenter S-Frame Calc enables civil engineers to confidently design standard and non‑standard structural sections with speed and accuracy. It delivers reliable section properties for complex, multi‑material geometries using proven analytical and FEA-based methods.

With intuitive modeling, BIM imports and seamless integration into structural analysis workflows, S‑Frame Calc reduces manual calculations, improves consistency and accelerates design decisions across building, bridge and infrastructure projects.

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Section properties for any complex shape

With Simcenter S-Frame Calc, you can calculate 16+ section properties for irregular, multi-material sections via database data, closed-form solutions, or FEA, then compare methods to validate accuracy and design with confidence.

Faster section modeling and iteration

Simcenter S-Frame Clac enables you to quickly define and modify sections using parametric shapes, steel databases or imported CAD/BIM geometry to significantly reduce time spent on manual section setup.

Seamless structural workflow integration

You can directly exchange geometry, materials and section properties with analysis tools and BIM formats, ensuring data consistency throughout civil engineering design workflows.

Featured capabilities

Complex section property calculations

With Simcenter S-Frame Calc, you can compute section properties of any reference axis using database values, closed‑form equations, proprietary polygon algorithms or FEA.

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Multi material and built-up section support

You can model sections composed of steel, concrete, timber or custom materials. Build composite sections from built-in section database libraries or custom built-up shapes.

A screenshot of S-CALC showing a built-up reinforced I-beam section with dimensions and calculated section properties.

Parametric and database driven section shapes

Simcenter S-Frame Calc enables you to build sections from over 70 parametric shapes and standard steel databases, including built‑up, cold‑formed, bridge and rail profiles. Combine, merge or explode shapes for precise control.

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CAD and BIM geometry exchange

Save time and reduce the risk of errors by importing complex section geometry directly from AutoCAD DXF and Revit files, preserving existing design intent and reducing re‑modeling effort in civil engineering projects.

A screenshot of S-CALC displaying a multi-girder bridge section with dimensions and calculated section properties.

Full project workflow integration

Easily transfer geometry, material and section property data between Simcenter S-Frame Calc and analysis solutions such as Simcenter S-Frame and Simcenter S-Frame Timber. Additionally, users can import and export data with AutoCAD DXF or Revit files. Simcenter S-Frame Calc handles various unit systems and can map imported shapes to sections from common databases or recognize them as parametric or custom shapes.

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Simcenter S-Frame Calc in building structures

Design safe and efficient high-rise structures with Simcenter S-Frame Calc, using comprehensive analysis tools such as static, dynamic, RSA and time-history analyses. Perform code-compliant checks for steel, concrete and timber members across global design codes. Address critical challenges like wind loads, seismic events and material optimization with precision.

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