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Structural Glass Design-advanced design of glass structures
Structural Glass Design is an add-on for SCIA Engineer that enables precise analysis and calculation of glass structures. The Program supports the design of different types of glass – from monolithic to laminated and insulated, taking into account safety aspects and actual load conditions. This addition is ideal for architects and engineers who want a reliable solution for the design of balustrades, facades, stairs and other load-bearing glass elements.
Why choose Structural Glass Design?
Accurate budget according to European standards
The programme uses prEN16612 to calculate the effective thickness of the glass and carries out stress and deflection analysis in accordance with the latest regulations.
Suitable for different types of glass
It allows the calculation of monolithic, laminated and insulated glass, including multi-layer structures with different types of foils and interlayers.
Advanced load analysis
The Program automatically calculates isochore pressure in isolated units, taking into account temperature changes and altitude differences, thus ensuring a realistic calculation.
Flexibility in modeling.
Users can customize the glass composition, including materials, layer thicknesses and foil types, which allows optimization according to the specific requirements of the project.
Integration into the SCIA Engineering Report
The results of the analysis are generated in a detailed report, with visual views and graphical results that can be integrated into the SCIA Engineer documentation.
Suitable for various applications in architecture and construction
Ideal for the design of glass facades, balustrades, stairs, floors, canopies and other supporting glass elements in modern constructions.
Structural Glass design plugin for SCIA Engineer
The structural Glass design plugin for SCIA Engineer provides a comprehensive and precise solution for the analysis and design of load-bearing glass structures. Its advanced functionality allows the calculation of different types of glass – from simple monolithic panels to complex insulated units – taking into account all key parameters such as load, sagging, temperature influences and safety standards.
Thanks to an intuitive interface, flexible modeling options and integration with the SCIA Engineering report, this add-on enables engineers and architects to easily create optimal and safe solutions for glass elements in construction. Whether you're working on facades, balustrades, stairs or other load-bearing glass structures, Structural Glass Design delivers the reliability, precision and efficiency needed for cutting-edge projects.
