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CYPE Connect

RAWLPLUG brand chemical and mechanical anchors for concrete fixings

In CYPE Connect and StruBIM Steel version 2025.b, there is now the possibility to use post-installed RAWLPLUG branded chemical anchors as concrete fixing elements in baseplates.

These elements are checked according to the criteria of EN 1992-4:2018, based on the data provided in the ETAs (European Technical Assessment) of these anchors.

The post-installed anchors incorporated in version 2025.b are the following:

  • Chemical fixings
  • Torque-controlled expansion anchors

Incorporating new HILTI brand post-installed chemical anchors

In version 2024.d, HILTI brand chemical and mechanical anchors for concrete fixings were incorporated into CYPE Connect and StruBIM Steel. Now, in version 2025.b, the catalogue of HILTI anchors has been extended with the addition of HIT RE-500 V4 post-installed chemical anchors, with HAS-U A4 anchor rods.

These elements are checked according to the criteria of EN 1992-4:2018, based on the data provided in the ETAs (European Technical Assessment) of these anchors.

Optional checks for connections with anchors

In version 2025.b of CYPE Connect and StruBIM Steel, a section with optional checks for anchors has been added to the "Check anchors" panel.

This way, users can select which checks they need to carry out for the connection to be analysed.

This new feature is available for all concrete codes that are implemented in both programs.

Implementation. SNI 1729:2020 (Indonesia)

"Standar Nasional Indonesia: Spesifikasi untuk bangunan gedung baja struktural".

Implemented in CYPE Connect and StruBIM Steel for checking bolted and welded steel connections.

Implementation. NTC-2023 (Mexico CDMX)

Norma Técnica Complementaria para Diseño y Construcción de Estructuras de Acero.

Implemented in:

  • CYPECAD and CYPE 3D for designing and checking rolled and reinforced steel sections.
  • CYPE Connect and StruBIM Steel for checking bolted and welded steel connections.

Implementation. NTC-2018 (Italy)

"Norme Tecniche per le Construzioni".

Implemented in CYPE Connect and StruBIM Steel for checking bolted and welded steel connections.

Implementation. NSR-10 (Colombia)

"Reglamento Colombiano para Construcción Sismo Resistente".

Implemented in CYPE Connect and StruBIM Steel for checking bolted and welded steel connections.

Implementation. ECS-ASD:2001 (Egypt)

"Egyptian Code Of Practice For Steel Construction And Bridges (Allowable Stress Design)".

Implemented in CYPE Connect and StruBIM Steel for checking bolted and welded steel connections.

Implementation of National Annexes for Eurocode 3 (EN 1993) in CYPE Connect and StruBIM Steel

In version 2025.b of CYPE Connect and StruBIM Steel, the National Annexes to Eurocode 3 from the following countries have been incorporated:

  • EN 1993-1-8 (Design of steel structures - Part 1-8: Design of joints)

    • Slovakia
      SLS EN 1993-1-8:2017/NA
    • Hungary
      MSZ EN 1993-1-8:2012/NA:2019

New types of headed anchors

New types of headed anchors have been implemented. Corrugated bars and smooth bars can be finished with a square or circular plate welded on the end. For threaded rods, ends with a stop nut and plate, with or without a locknut, have been implemented.

The head area is considered in the corresponding checks and the sheet is not added to the finite element model.

Update notification available

As of version 2025.b, applications now display a warning message in their initial window when a new update is available. This message provides information about the "installed version" and the "available version", together with a direct link to the Store page of the BIMserver.center web platform.

Clicking on the “Upgrade to the latest version” button automatically starts the download and installation process of the application. This feature ensures that the most current version of the program is always being used, thus benefiting from the latest improvements.

This method replaces the automatic notification and update process of a new version in the BIMserver.center programs available in previous versions.

Link to the BIMserver.center Store

In the configuration panel for each application, a direct link to its page in the BIMserver.center web store has been included.

By clicking on the “Go to BIMserver.center Store” button, users are redirected directly to the corresponding page in the Store, where they can learn more about the application, view its features, read reviews from other users and see examples of real contributions.

This feature provides easy access to additional resources and support, enhancing the user experience by providing quick and easy access to all relevant information about the applications.