Brought to you by Micrographics SA
Brought to you by Micrographics SA
The Prokon Filled Column Module simplifies the design of composite compression members composed of concrete-filled hollow steel sections. Whether circular or rectangular, the programme handles reinforced sections with precision, ensuring that your designs meet code requirements, resist complex load effects, and provide clarity at every stage.
- Automate section resistance checks, including second-order effects
- Models steel, concrete, and reinforcement in a single design environment
- Provides accurate interaction charts for both design axes
- Reduce risk of errors through verified design equations
- Saves time
- Generate clear reports to support confident decision-making
Instant & Reliable Interaction Calculations
Accurate interaction checks between steel and concrete are generated automatically. The module provides clear charts and dependable results in seconds, enabling you to make confident design decisions more quickly.
Guaranteed Code-Compliant Designs
All required equations and verification checks are built in, so every filled column design meets the relevant standards. You can move forward knowing your work is precise and compliant.
Faster Results with Fewer Iterations
Instead of spending hours recalculating different load cases, the module delivers immediate outcomes. This efficiency frees up valuable time for refining your designs and focusing on project delivery.
Design filled columns faster with confidence
PROKON FILLED COLUMN USE CASE
Challenge
A commercial high-rise required slender concrete-filled hollow steel columns that could resist axial compression and bending. The structural team needed to consider second-order effects, reinforcement placement, and overall compliance with local design codes.
Solution
Using Prokon Filled Column, the engineers entered section geometry, reinforcement layout, and material properties. The software performed resistance checks, applied second-order effects, and generated interaction charts to guide safe, economical design decisions.
Results
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
The module supports both rectangular and circular hollow steel sections filled with reinforced concrete.
Yes, it performs resistance calculations that include second-order effects and material non-linearity.
Yes, the software accounts for reinforcing bars in combination with steel and concrete.
Yes, interaction charts for both design axes are provided to help visualise capacity.
The module incorporates Eurocode 4 – 2004, SANS 10162-1:2011, AISC 360 -22 (LRFD) code-based design equations, ensuring compliance with relevant standards.
Yes, detailed outputs and reports are produced for documentation and approval.
Yes, slenderness effects are included in the analysis for realistic results.
No, Prokon Filled Beam is a standalone module
Yes, reinforcement can be adjusted and rechecked quickly, allowing for efficient design iterations.
The interface is user-friendly, and guidance is provided, making it suitable even for first-time users familiar with column design principles. For those who want formal training, custom training is available.
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