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Modelling a Power Transmission Pylon in Prokon SUMO

Power transmission pylons are critical structures in the energy sector, supporting overhead power lines and ensuring safe and efficient electricity...

Mmamojaki Lesole | Prokon Technical Consultant

New Spring Workflow in Prokon SUMO

In this video, we introduce the new Spring Workflow now available to all Prokon SUMO subscribers. Learn how this powerful...

Jacobus Oberholster | AEC Engineering Technical Consultant (Prokon)

New Functions & Workflows in Prokon SUMO

In this video, we explore some of the new functions and workflows in Prokon SUMO available to all subscribers. Learn...

Jacobus Oberholster | AEC Engineering Technical Consultant (Prokon)

A screenshot of Prokon SUMO showing a beam-to-column connection with a spring element. The "Spring laws" panel at the bottom is visible and displays two defined laws: one for Translation and one for Rotation.

Enhanced Spring Modeling Workflow in Prokon SUMO

Prokon SUMO has introduced a powerful workflow for modeling non-support springs, giving engineers greater control over connection behavior. This new...

Jacobus Oberholster | AEC Engineering Technical Consultant (Prokon)

A screenshot of the Prokon Sumo structural analysis software. The main viewport shows a 3D finite element model of a blue, meshed plate structure supported by wireframe elements.

5 New Helpful Functions in Prokon SUMO

Introduction “New” is always a relative term in software development. While some features may have been available for several months—or...

Jacobus Oberholster | AEC Engineering Technical Consultant (Prokon)

Prokon SUMO interface showing a 3D structural model with beams and columns assigned to different design groups, displaying the Design Data dialog for effective length factors.

Specifying Effective Length Factors in Prokon SUMO

Overview of Analysis Capabilities Prokon SUMO supports a comprehensive range of both static and dynamic analysis types, making it a...

Jacobus Oberholster | AEC Engineering Technical Consultant (Prokon)

Bending Schedules in Prokon PADDS

Bending Schedule Definition in PADDS A bending schedule includes: Each schedule is embedded in its parent drawing and saved automatically...

Mmamojaki Lesole | Prokon Technical Consultant

Modelling Shear Wall & Braces in Prokon SUMO

Shear walls in Prokon SUMO are best modelled using Wall Tool, which applies shell elements for accurate stiffness representation. Why...

Mmamojaki Lesole | Prokon Technical Consultant

A screenshot of the Prokon SUMO structural analysis software showing a 3D model of a large billboard with a steel lattice frame and a single cylindrical support column.

How to Model Wind Loads on a Billboard using SUMO

Prokon’s SUMO module offers exceptional versatility, making it possible to model a wide range of structures, from residential buildings to...

Jacobus Oberholster | AEC Engineering Technical Consultant (Prokon)

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