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Prokon END PLATE

Confidently Design Safe, Axially Loaded End Plate Connections

Prokon End Plate offers automated design functionality for efficient end plate shear connections. Users benefit from precise bolt sizing and spacing calculations, complemented by dynamic 3D visualisation capabilities for enhanced design assessment. With Prokon End Plate, engineers can streamline the process of detailing and optimising end plate connections with accuracy and ease.

Ensure Consistent, Error-Free Bolt Layouts

Avoid the risk of manual layout errors with automatic bolt sizing and spacing. Define the number and spacing of bolts – End Plate does the rest, delivering a safe and efficient design that’s easy to verify.

Save Time with Automated Structural Calculations

Save hours of design time with built-in structural calculations. The module handles shear and axial force analysis, ensuring code compliance while reducing design iteration.

Verify Geometry with Real-Time Visual Clarity

Quickly validate your design with 3D views and dimensioned elevations. Whether you’re working on the strong or weak axis, the visual tools help confirm geometry and ensure design intent is captured.

Optimise End Plate Connections with Automated Calculations and 3D Validation

END PLATE USE CASE

Challenge

A structural engineering firm was commissioned to design a warehouse structure where several beams connect to columns using end plate connections. These joints needed to transmit shear and axial forces while ensuring code compliance.

Solution

Using the End Plate module, the engineering team set up each connection based on the specific geometry of the structure. They used the module’s automatic bolt sizing and spacing feature to optimise each joint and ensured structural soundness by viewing the models in 3D. The software’s ability to handle both strong and weak axis layouts was especially valuable in areas with irregular geometry.

Results

The team reported a 40% reduction in design time for beam-to-column joints and noted fewer revision cycles during peer review. Visual verification helped them catch early design errors, and the detailed calculations supported quick approval by senior engineers. The end result was a safer structure delivered on schedule and within budget.

Thank you team for your excellent service, speedy response time and always availability to assist with support for Prokon Software!

Gerrie Pienaar

CO-MEMBER, PRINCIPLE ENGINEER | DLF CONSULTING ENGINEERS

Prokon‘s software support is unmatched. The quote process was smooth, and a last-minute team meeting was promptly arranged. For local and international markets, Prokon‘s fair pricing and top-tier features make it the standout choice. Highly recommended!

Stoffel Bakkes

MD / OWNER | SB PROJECT

FAQs

Can Prokon End Plate design connections that carry bending?

No. End Plate is designed for connections that transmit only shear and axial forces. It assumes no moment transfer across the connection.

What type of members can be used in the Prokon End Plate module?

The module supports I- or H-section members and allows for design along the strong or weak axis of the column.

Can I customise the number and spacing of bolts?

Yes. You can manually enter the number and spacing of bolts, and the module will automatically generate a valid layout.

Does the module calculate bolt shear and bearing capacity?

Yes. End Plate performs detailed calculations, including bolt shear and bearing capacity, in line with standard design codes.

Is the software compliant with international design codes?

Yes. The calculations and assumptions follow recognised design principles to ensure safe, code-compliant connections.

How are connections visualised in the software?

Prokon End Plate provides 3D views as well as dimensioned elevations, allowing you to confirm the connection geometry from several angles.

What assumptions does the software make?

It assumes the beam and column centre lines are in the same plane, only shear and axial forces are transferred, and bolts have standard clearance holes with threads in their shear planes.

Can I export the calculation reports?

Yes. You can generate detailed calculation reports for submission, review, or record-keeping purposes.

Is training available for new users?

Yes. Prokon offers training options for all structural design modules, including End Plate, to help you get up to speed quickly.

Brought to you by Micrographics SA

Brought to you by Micrographics SA

Prokon END PLATE

Confidently Design Safe, Axially Loaded End Plate Connections

Ensure Consistent, Error-Free Bolt Layouts

Save Time with Automated Structural Calculations

Verify Geometry with Real-Time Visual Clarity

Optimise End Plate Connections with Automated Calculations and 3D Validation

END PLATE USE CASE

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Prokon END PLATE

Confidently Design Safe, Axially Loaded End Plate Connections

Ensure Consistent, Error-Free Bolt Layouts

Save Time with Automated Structural Calculations

Verify Geometry with Real-Time Visual Clarity

Optimise End Plate Connections with Automated Calculations and 3D Validation

END PLATE USE CASE

Challenge

Solution

Results

FAQs

Join Thousands of Engineers Who Trust Prokon

Facilitated by Micrographics SA

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