Shear Calculation: Required vs Entered Reinforcement in Prokon Pad Footing Design (Base Module)
In the design of concrete pad footings, Prokon’s Base module uses two different reinforcement sets during analysis. Understanding the difference between them is essential for achieving accurate and constructible designs. Required (Theoretical) Reinforcement This is the reinforcement calculated automatically by the program based on: Entered (Provided) Reinforcement This is the reinforcement manually entered by engineer […]
How to Create Customize Title Block in Prokon PADDS
To create a customised Title Block in Prokon PADDS (especially for use in bending schedules), including your company logo and custom text, follow these clear steps: Was this helpful? Submit Cancel Thanks for your feedback!
Overview of Prokon PADDS (Parametric Drawing and Detailing System)
Prokon PADDS is a 2D windowed CAD environment providing tools for rapid drawing and detailing reinforced concrete with a minimum of effort. It is specifically tailored for structural engineers and detailers working with reinforced concrete structures, enabling efficient creation of drawings and bending schedules that comply with local and international standards. What Does PADDS Do? […]
Continuous Beam Design Output Using the Calcsheet
The Calcsheet in the Continuous Beam Design module allows you to compile input data, analysis results, and reinforcement design outputs into a clear and printable format. This Calcsheet can be printed directly or exported to Prokon CalcPad for further integration into project reports. How to Collect Information in the Calcsheet There are two primary methods […]
Detailing Staircases in Prokon PADDS
PADDS is a 2D windowed CAD environment designed for rapid drawing and detailing of reinforced concrete. The Staircase Detailing Wizard streamlines the process of creating detailed reinforcement drawings for staircases, enabling quick and accurate generation of reinforcement layouts and bending schedules tailored to design requirements. Step-by-Step Guide to Staircase Detailing in PADDS Advantages of Using […]
Water Table in Retaining Walls Module
In Prokon‘s Retaining Wall module, the water table (Hw) can only be positioned on the active side (active soil pressure acts on the right-hand side) of the wall, but this has important effects on stability and pressure calculations. Effect of Water Table on Retaining Wall Design How Prokon Handles Water Table in the Retaining Wall Module […]
How Does Sub-Frame Strip Handle Slab Discontinuities
The Sub-Frame Strip design link is perfect for exporting slab sections with monolithic beams into the Continuous Beam module. It efficiently handles slab discontinuities, though some post-processing may be required. This clip is ideal for structural engineers looking to enhance their analysis and design workflows using Prokon’s modules and integration. Was this helpful? Submit Cancel […]
Pile Cap & Pile Bearing Integration
Piles and Pile Caps are widely used in structural design. Prokon’s Pile Cap and Pile Bearing modules individually streamline the design of their respective elements. By integrating these modules through the Pile Bearing design link in the Pile Cap module, the process becomes even more efficient. This clip is ideal for structural engineers looking to […]
Designing Concrete Elements using Prokon SUMO & 7 Design Links
Understanding the distinction between analysis and design is crucial in structural engineering. While analysis involves applying loads and evaluating load effects such as deflections and stresses, design ensures that structural elements comply with national and international codes. This article, based on a recent webinar, explores the use of Prokon SUMO and its design links to streamline the workflow for designing concrete elements. From beam detailing to column and footing design, we examine the functionality, applications, and best practices of SUMO’s powerful tools, demonstrating how they enhance efficiency and accuracy in structural design.
Designing a Concrete Beam Using SUMO FEA Only
Comparing Finite Element Analysis (FEA) outputs with traditional code-based calculations is a complex and comprehensive topic. In this video, I assess the Concrete Design and FEA capabilities of Prokon’s SUMO software to determine whether its results align with standard code-based methods. I also explore whether SUMO’s output can be relied upon exclusively for designing the […]
Concrete Beam Design in Prokon SUMO – Part 01
Prokon SUMO stands out as one of the most user-friendly structural analysis tools available, at least in my experience. Beyond its intuitive interface, it offers impressive functionalities, including the calculation of Wood & Armer bending moments, which account for twisting moments, and the determination of required reinforcing steel in concrete elements. In a recent webinar, […]
Concrete Beam Design in Prokon SUMO – Part 02
In Part 01, we ran through the process of modeling a simply supported concrete beam in Prokon’s SUMO module. Along with this, we manually calculated the relevant maximum sagging moment and the required area of steel. We compared the results and found that they were delightfully comparable. In Part 02, we have followed the same […]