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R E A LIZE YOUR

FULL POTENTIAL
a Fierce competition? Tight deadlines? Last minute modications? Back charges? Tekla Structures is the right solution for any job large or small, complex or simple. Tekla Structures is a powerful and exible 3D detailing and modeling software solution that integrates the entire workow from sales and bidding to detailing, fabrication and erection. For almost 40 years, Tekla has been providing steel detailers and fabricators with innovative tools to get the job done more efciently and accurately. Tekla Structures is used by thousands of companies around the globe. Isnt it time you experience signicant gains in productivity, accuracy and reliability? Tekla Structures helps you to achieve more!
I N T E G R AT E D W O R KFLO W

Erection Erection planning and follow up Sequencing and lotting Project management

Sales and bidding Cost estimating Alternative solutions Structural visualization

MODEL

Fabrication Production automation MIS information transfer CNC downloads

Conceptual design Basic structure sizes and positions Member material Preliminary drawings Analysis and design Strength calculations Required member sizes Connection design

Procurement and purchasing Bill of materials (BOM)

Detailing Shop drawings Detailed connections

Erection drawings Framing plans Sections and elevations

ALL INFORMATION IN ONE MODEL!

CHOOSE TEKLA STRUCTURES TO STAY COMPETITIVE

FUNCTIONS AND FEATURES
Create realistic bids and cost estimates
Fast, intelligent modeling lets you examine several alternatives with accurate cost estimates Model allows for better overall understanding of the project Produce high quality sales presentations with powerful visualizations

Detail better and more efciently

Intuitive, powerful and exible modeling allows you to detail live in 3D Automated clash checking exposes conicts before it is too late Extensive range of connections available Unique model sharing allows you to put multiple detailers on a single job

Easier and more accurate modeling than 2d drafting

Automate routine tasks

Automated connection design and detailing through customizable rules Accurate documentation and material reports extracted directly from model Flexible shop drawing production fully integrated all drawings are associative with the model

Manage changes efciently and reliably

Costly errors are minimized through superior change management and revision control Project management tools provide ability to track change orders and continually review and monitor the entire project All related components react to changes, eliminating duplication of efforts and human error Drawings and documentation automatically updated

Integrate operations through the model

Enhance workow by providing data directly from the model to estimating, scheduling, procurement, production management and automated fabrication Visual status monitoring and 3D inspection of the model allows you to collaborate with other disciplines at the jobsite
Automatically generate drawings and reports, at any time throughout the process

Accurate fabrication

Model and detail any job large or small, complex or simple

BETTER, FASTER, MORE COMPETITIVE

BENEFITS
Increase detailing quality
Fewer errors in fabrication and erection Generate always up-to-date and accurate information Provide consistent detailing quality

Detail faster and more efciently

Eliminate duplicate work Reduced lead times Better information ow Increase detailing productivity
Create complex structures quickly and easily.

Improve workow
Integrated management tools tighter control of jobs Collaborate and communicate better with other parties Record and track job history visually

The rst year with Tekla Structures proved to be successful. I was able to generate twice the work as previously turned out.
- Jerry Harrell, Harrells Steel Detailing Service

Enhance customer loyalty

Serve your customers better Allow for last minute changes with condence Reduce risks for everyone

Be more competitive
Win more work with better bids Increase productivity Higher project quality throughout the jobs Improve customer satisfaction

Tekla Structures has helped us to achieve more. Not only has our productivity increased, but our overall project quality has improved as well.
- Olson & Co Steel

TEKLA THE WORLDWIDE LEADER IN STRUCTURAL BIM

Steel Manufacturing & Erection Architectural design Facilities management

Detailing

Structural
Design Precast Concrete Detailing

ructures is the rst 3D modeling software to fully integrate ctural Building Information Modeling (BIM) process from ual design to fabrication and erection.

Structural Building Information Modeling

WE COULDNT HAVE SAID IT ANY BETTER

a From the onset of using Tekla Structures, it was apparent that no other detailing package could compete. - David Ball, Detailing Group a Tekla Structures is phenomenal software. - Larry Marsing, Utah Valley State College a As our structural design broadens, so do our business opportunities. Tekla Structures allows us to assess our clients individual requirements so that accurate drawings are produced accordingly. This ensures a smooth and continuous fabrication process. - James Sutcliffe, Sutcliffe Construction a In the past we would decline work because we couldnt handle the intricacy of certain projects. Tekla Structures is key software for us. There is no way we would be able to take on such complex projects using any other software. - Vic OMara, Marton Engineering Services

a This detailing project wouldnt have been possible without a 3D model and a 3D interface, as only 3D technology enables you to truly understand how really complex geometries work. For this reason, the same 3D model was also utilized during fabrication as a support media for the standard 2D shop and assembly drawings. - Leandros G. Zeppos, Unison Engineering & Consulting, Olympic velodrome 2004 a Without the power and exibility of Teklas 3D modeling system, many of the stadiums complex structures would have been impossible to implement. - Carlos Gil, Martifer, Euro 2004 Stadium

TEKLA THE PROVEN PARTNER

a Tekla Structures has evolved from the industry renowned, Tekla

Xsteel, and now takes structural building information modeling one step further. Tekla is the leading provider of structural BIM solutions. Tekla products can be found in over 70 countries, with thousands of users worldwide. Experience the benets and security a wellestablished player can offer. Secure your future with the proven partner!

ASSURE YOUR SUCCESS

Reliable customer support
a At Tekla, we understand that adopting software is a bold move, and sometimes a frightening prospect so we want to make the changeover as smooth and comfortable as possible. It is our top priority to fulll your needs get you started, as well as keep you developing. Our experienced staff and trained consultants are available every step of the way, to help and guide you through that all - important transitional period.

Contac t Informati o n :
Tekla Inc. Technology Center - Atlanta 600 TownPark Lane - Suite 175 Kennesaw, GA 30144, USA Tel. +1 770 424 8666 Fax +1 770 919 0574 Tekla Corporation Headquarters: Metsnpojankuja 1, P.O. Box 1 FIN-02131 Espoo FINLAND Tel. +358 30 661 10 Fax +358 30 661 1500

Continuous improvements
a Tekla is committed to providing our customers with the most advanced software available. We heavily invest in research and product development. This means that each new version of our software is the latest and most reliable system in the world.

Tekla takes care of the development, while you focus on the essentials your work!

Want to know more?

a Order a free Tekla Structures Demo CD now!

Visit www.tekla.com/democd or call your local Tekla ofce.

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