Generating Loading on Openings from Surface Load

With the "Convert Area Loads on Openings to Line Loads" function, you can automatically take into account, for example, wind loads applied on windows or other loads applied on non‑bearing structures not represented in the model in openings. You can access this function via "Tools" → "Generate Loads" → "From Area Loads on Openings...."

The "Convert Area Loads on Openings to Line Loads" dialog box opens where you specify the properties of the load in the usual way and select the openings for which you want to generate the loading.

After confirming the dialog box by clicking [OK], a control dialog box appears with the sums of the loads and moments. Furthermore, the generated loads are graphically displayed in the work window. By confirming this dialog box, the loads are applied to the model.

Concrete Flange with Opening

Knowledge Base

KB 000484 | Generating Loading on Openings from Surface Load

Author

Mr. Fröhlich provides technical support to our customers and is responsible for development in the area of reinforced concrete structures.

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