subject: Advantages Of Using Tekla Structures Xsteel Detailing Software [print this page] Building information modeling is a three dimensional modeling concept, which is the first step to be undertaken in case of any type of structural project. The BIM concept creates an effective platform with the help of which, the project team members can communicate the design ideas through the electronic files and models. The designers are being able to integrate the design systems in a more efficient way, thereby resulting in the reduction of errors and faster productivity. Steel detailing is an inevitable part of the whole building information modeling process and the Tekla structures xsteel is a very helpful modeling software, developed by the renowned Tekla corporation.
The Tekla structures xsteel software help the users in undertaking various modeling functions such as:
Modeling of the parts and bolts for various types of building materials.
Creation of various steel assemblies, to be incorporated into the designs.
Creation of detailed connection diagrams of the steel components.
Creation and modification of grids in the project design.
Numbering of the parts in the design.
The advanced three dimensional representation and view handling features of the software help in an accurate presentation of the design models.
The various advantages that the structural engineers and firms get by implementing the Tekla structures xsteel in their steel detailing phase of building information modeling, are as follows:
Increased productivity due to interfacing with the MIS systems and the CNC machineries.
Increased detailing quality with fewer errors in the designs.
Faster flow of information and reduction in the lead times.
Avoidance of duplicated information, due to compatibility with other BIM softwares.
The models can be adjusted automatically with the help of the memorizing property of the modeler function. This particular version of the software is equipped with a lot of advanced drawing tools and options, which results in the production of accurate drawings in a cost effective manner. Moreover, the central database of the software is a valuable tool and is updated automatically on a regular basis.
