Tekla Structures software includes a user interface for building both the physical and analytical geometry of the model.

• Integrate the analysis model with other analysis and design applications
• Analyze and then pass data results (profile changes) back into the model
• Re-analyze the model at any time

Tekla Structures can interface with several Analysis and Design (A&D) packages through Tekla Open API™, an open application programming interface.

• Supported formats: SDNF, CIS/2, IFC structural
• Supported systems:  SAP2000, Staad.Pro, S-FRAME, GTStrudl, Robot,  Dlubal RFEM, and RSTAB, MidasIT

There are several benefits in linking with A&D packages:

• Coordination and visualization of the model, drawings, and reports
• Simultaneous collaboration for both engineers and draftsmen
• Efficient change management for up-to-date project information
• Coordination with in-house A&D calculation spreadsheets
• Compatibility with Excel to perform component or connection design
• Built-in connection to design calculations