Tekla Structures Plugin for Precast Detailing
Precision detailing meets production automation. The definitive Tekla integration for precast concrete.
Key Integration Points
Three capabilities that make DesignLogic the standard for precast detailing in Tekla Structures.
Connection Detailing
Complete library of precast connection types with built-in engineering calculations per the PCI Design Handbook. Wet joints, dry joints, and everything in between.
Rebar & Strand
Automatic reinforcement detailing with ACI-standard bend schedules, prestressing strand patterns, and support for GFRP and specialty reinforcement.
IFC Export
Full IFC 4.0 export with precast-specific property sets. Share models with contractors, engineers, and owners with complete data fidelity.
Precast Connection Library
Every connection type your precast operation needs, pre-built with engineering calculations per PCI standards. Select, configure, and place -- the math is already done.
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Wet and dry connection types including grouted pockets, welded connections, bolted assemblies, and cast-in anchors
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Bearing pad details with load calculations, material specifications, and placement tolerances
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Weld plates and hardware connections with capacity checks, weld sizing, and anchor bolt verification
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Corbel and haunch designs with shear friction, flexure, and bearing capacity calculations
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Moment-resisting connections for seismic and lateral force resistance per code requirements
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Engineering calculations per PCI Design Handbook -- automatically generated and documented for each connection
Reinforcement Detailing
From mild steel to prestressing strand to GFRP, DesignLogic handles every reinforcement type with automatic scheduling, bend details, and production-ready output.
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Rebar placement with automatic scheduling -- place bars in 3D and get instant bar lists and weight summaries
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Prestressing strand patterns with debonding, harping, and stressing sequence definitions
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Post-tensioning duct layouts with profile geometry, tendon forces, and anchorage details
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Bar bend schedules (ACI standard) with CRSI-compliant bend types and fabrication dimensions
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Mesh reinforcement support with sheet sizes, laps, and placement drawings
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GFRP and specialty reinforcement support for corrosion-resistant and non-metallic applications
Cast Unit Management
Track every piece from model to production bed. DesignLogic organizes cast units, assigns piece marks, and generates production documentation your plant floor needs.
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Piece mark assignment and tracking with configurable naming conventions and automatic sequencing
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Cast unit grouping and sequencing for efficient bed allocation and pour planning
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Pour-specific reinforcement details showing exactly what goes into each casting operation
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Embed and hardware tracking per unit with check-off lists for pre-pour verification
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Bill of materials generation with consolidated rebar, strand, hardware, and concrete quantities
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Production bed allocation with visual layout planning and optimization suggestions
Production Integration
Close the loop between detailing and manufacturing. DesignLogic connects your Tekla model directly to the CastLogic production module for seamless data flow.
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Direct export to CastLogic production module -- piece data, schedules, and BOMs transfer in one click
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Automated piece data transfer including dimensions, weights, reinforcement, and hardware for every cast unit
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Real-time model updates when production changes occur -- RFIs, design changes, and field modifications sync back
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Quality checkpoint integration -- QC hold points defined in the model carry through to production checklists
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Shipping and erection data flows from model to dispatch -- load sequencing, trailer assignments, and erection priorities
System Requirements
Everything you need to get started with the DesignLogic Tekla Plugin.
Software
- Tekla Structures 2022, 2023, 2024
- Windows 10 / 11 (64-bit)
- Tekla Open API access enabled
- CastLogic ERP connection (optional)
Recommended Hardware
- Multi-core processor (Intel i7 / AMD Ryzen 7+)
- 32 GB RAM minimum
- OpenGL 3.0 compatible graphics card
- SSD with 10 GB free space
Ready to Supercharge Your Tekla Workflow?
See how DesignLogic transforms Tekla Structures into a complete precast detailing and production planning platform. Request a personalized demo for your team.