Past webinar videos 

2012 webinars

No webinars by Tekla UK during 2012,
but please check out the past Wednesday webinars run by the global team throughout 2012!

2011 webinars

• IFC Import
• Concrete modelling
• GA Drawings
• Rebar modelling
• RC detail drawings
• Automatic scheduling
• IFC Export to Tekla BIMsight

• Generation of a 3d Tekla model including:
  • Grids.
  • Steel sections.
  • Connections.
• Production of reports.
• Production of NC Data.
• Overview of Parker Steel (UK Steel Stockholder)

• Tekla & Parker Steel offer!
  Find out how you could get a Tekla licence by ordering the steel you already plan to purchase*

  *subject to terms and conditions

• Utilising the offshore components within Tekla Structures.
• Importing reference files and working with them to prevent clashes.
• Working with the HGG Tube components and exporting data to CNC machines.
• Adding plate work, flooring and staircases to an offshore structure.
• Visualising the model using model organiser.
• Creating reports and publishing the model to a non Tekla user (client).

• Steps to create a simple component.
• Benefits of non-intelligent components.
• Adding intelligence to your components.
• Added benefits of intelligent components.
• Where to use and not use custom components.

• Combine and co-ordinate models from different construction disciplines, i.e. architects, structural engineers and detailers and MEP/HVAC consultants.
• Breakdown and visualise project models using the Model Organiser and object representations.
• Import schedules from 3rd party project planning software and link model objects to the existing project plan using Tekla’s native Task Manager.
• Manage the site layout and set-out points and connect the model to the construction site with Trimble positioning solutions.
• Apply and use 4D information to visualise your project and identify critical schedule and constructability issues.

• Using and customising the component catalogue.
• Setting up your own “Favourites” Library.
• Guidance on setting your own default settings.
• Saving your own standards.

• The importance of modelling cold rolled members correctly.
• Standard libraries and data files.
• Applying components and best practise modelling procedures.
• Generating drawings, reports, Cold Rolled CAM files and associated files.
• Avoiding errors and how modelling incorrectly can affect the output information.

• How to make better use of existing components in the Component Catalogue and customise it to your requirements.
• How to more easily manipulate reinforcement within the model.
• What others tools are available and where to find them.

• Importing from Fastrak Building designer software.
• Importing an IFC format file and converting the objects to steel parts.
• Adding “cut back” connections.
• Creating a report which can be imported into Excel.
• Publishing the model to a non Tekla user (client).

• New features.
• New and updated drawing settings.
• UK localisation development.

• Import an IFC reference file of a steel frame and create associated grids and views.
• Model in a number of different concrete elements such as panels using the steel frame as reference.
• Create panel connections to the steel reference model and apply additional hardware such as lifters.
• Add architectural details to the panels and create drawings.
• Identify changes between existing and revised IFC files and detect/manage clashes between native and non-native objects.

• Creating a simple model including importing external reference files
• Adding connections to the model
• Creating GA drawings including Automatic Revisions
• Creating Fabrication and Fitting drawings
• Generating Material Lists
• Creating CNC Data for workshops
• Exporting the model to A&D systems

• Modelling
  • Using CAD reference objects to save setting out time.
  • Adding concrete bases / walls to provide more complete information.
• Model management
  • Breaking a model down into phases, lots and other groups.
  • Adding assembly status information
• Getting information from the model
  • Object representation
  • Project status visualisation
  • Reports and enquiry tool
• Model Reviewer
  • Customising GA drawings
  • Using edit settings (previously drawing classifier) to control hatching, part marks, part properties etc.

• Preconstruction:cost estimation, master scheduling etc.
• Construction planning: model coordination, clash prevention etc.
• Site management: highly visual progress reporting, task scheduling etc.
• Facilities management: provide added value to your clients even after construction is complete.

• Rectangle to circular component: this joins square/rectangular elements to circular elements, saving time modelling all the interface plates.
• Unfolding: a component that takes welded assemblies and unfolds to flat plate. Plates ideal for the above.
• Extend macros: extends beams even on elevations.
• Beamclamp and BoxBolts: how to use.

• Changes to the system between V16 and V16.1.

Support Tool:

• Attach data files, automatically.
• Provide us with your PC specification information from within Tekla.
• Open up your user data files from within Tekla.
• Generate a support enquiry email which automatically includes data files & system information.

Tekla for precast concrete: Creating your own custom components

Join our live webinar highlighting how you can create your own custom components for use in precast concrete detailing.

You will learn how to:

• Create a simple custom part in the form of an embed and then adapt it to produce variations.
• Add an image to easily identify the new part and create a folder for it in the component catalogue.
• Create a custom connection detail and add basic intelligence.
• Produce associated hardware drawings and reports.

Tekla Software: The Viewer licence

Join our live webinar and learn how to use the Tekla Structures Viewer licence to improve your checking and design co-ordination processes.

You will learn how to:

• Open and view the Tekla Structures model: inquire information from the model including member properties and dimensions.
• View model information in 4D: view the simulated schedule sequence.
• Collaborate: view the architectural and services model with the structure
• Clash checking of model objects
• Open, edit and print drawings: edit any drawing and print out.
• Create reports and lists: create and print any material or quantity report from the model.
• Export drawings: print and convert any drawing into DWG using CAD layering standards.
• Use model attributes: visualise and colourise the model by any physical or user defined attribute.

• Master Drawing Catalogue
• Creating Fabrication drawings
• Drawing Styles
• Automatic Wizards
• Manual Selection
• General Arrangement Drawings

We will demonstrate how reports can be created in different formats and how they can be used to identify parts in the model:

• Creating Reports
• Using reports to select parts in the model
• Creating reports in different formats

Tekla for precast concrete: Creating reinforcement in the 3D model

Join our webinar which will demonstrate how reinforcement can be modelled in Tekla Structures and how the nature of BIM can improve rebar reporting and drawings.

• Create 3D reinforcement for every type of precast unit: Use Tekla’s manual or automatic tools to create accurate reinforcement details in all precast elements.
• Instantly produce accurate reinforcement schedules: Any reinforcement created in the Tekla model can be reported on and issued as a schedule which will be updated as the model changes.
• Create drawings to show the information you need: The flexible nature of Tekla Structures means that the appearance of drawings can be tailored to suit the specific needs of each company, as well as offering additional benefits such as 3D images of the reinforcement.
• Export manufacturing data to the factory: Use Tekla to create data files and send them directly to your production machinery or suppliers.

2009 webinars

Tekla Software: Collaborating with 3rd parties for steel buildings

Join our live webinar which will demonstrate how to utilise the Tekla Structures Model Reviewer to improve collaboration with 3rd parties.

You will learn how to:

• Create the webviewer model: Using object representation and tooltips.
• Create locations for fly through: Creation and how to record fly throughs with free video software.
• Create questions and reviews: Creation and how to attach to an email.

Tekla Maintenance: What's included within your contract

Join our live webinar which will demonstrate what a Tekla Structures Maintenance contract can provide your company. Get a sneak preview of what's to come in Tekla Structures 16!

You will learn:

• What a Maintenance contract provides: Access to the latest Tekla Structures versions and the helpdesk.  The Tekla Extranet a valued source of useful information, Downloads, training material, discussion forums.
• What's in Tekla Structures Version 16: Modelling, numbering, cold rolled and drawing enhancements. Model information management.
• About the Model Reviewer Tool: Installation & use

Tekla for precast concrete: Co-ordinating your hollowcore projects

Join our live webinar which will demonstrate how Tekla Structures can help to improve the design, project management and production processes for hollowcore flooring manufacturers.

You will learn how to:

• Create your hollowcore units in the “as-built” model: Open/import third party models and model your units directly into the steel structure, increasing detailing accuracy.
• Produce accurate estimating and procurement information: Use the Tekla model database to report on anything contained in the model and issue information to the appropriate departments.
• Issue web models to your clients and review project status: Provide a 3D representation of the project and collaborate openly with your client to identify and resolve design issues.
• Create and export manufacturing data to the factory: Use Tekla’s HMS link to create data files and send them directly to your production machinery, reducing errors and increasing efficiency.

Tekla Software: Improving your manufacturing methods

Join our live webinar highlighting how to export data from your Tekla Structures model to drill and saw lines.

You will learn how to:

• Purchase materials cut to length using the model data: Save on wastage and only pay for what you require.
• Create DSTV and view using Peddimat: Creation of DSTV straight out of the Tekla model to send to Steel Stockholders or machinery within a companies workshop. View the file on a machine viewing station to check against reports, no need to manually input data to machinery.
• Create scribe data and view using Winsteel: Xml data contains more enriched data to ease fabrication.
• Send plate DXF’s to plasma, laser machine: Convert the DSTV for plates into a DXF to remove any chance of error caused by re-drawing.
• Use of the new plug-ins developed by HGG (a profile machine manufacturer):  See the output in the HGG software.

Tekla Software for managing your customised data

Join our live webinar highlighting the benefits of working with firm, project folders and model templates in Tekla Structures 15.0.

You will learn how to:

• Use a firm folder: A location where settings relevant to all your users are stored.
• Use a project folder/s: A location where data relevant to particular projects / sub contractors is stored.
• Create model templates: An alternative to project folders, allowing a more convenient way to pass your settings to third parties.

Tekla in BIM: Streamlining your precast business processes

Join our live webinar highlighting how a building information model can help you to rationalize cumbersome processes and maximise efficiency throughout your workflow.

You will learn how to more effectively:

• Estimate: Build a basic model quickly and produce reports detailing anything that is contained within the model.
• Sell: Produce a web model of the project and send it your client as part of the tender package.
• Design: Produce a detailed 3D model including all reinforcement, cast-in components, connections etc and create drawings.
• Manufacture: Output part information to automated machinery and eliminate human errors caused by misinterpretation of 2D drawings.
• Deliver and Erect: Apply specific date information to each piece and visualise the delivery and erection sequence in the model. Import reference objects such as cranes for site planning purposes.

Tekla in BIM: Construction Management

Join our live webinar highlighting the benefits of Tekla Structures' specialist configuration for Construction Management.

You will learn:

• Planning: Learn how to centralise your planning data, navigate and organise the management model and communicate information to project stakeholders.
• Co-ordination: Learn how to Co-ordinate, analyse, and communicate information by association of methods, materials, lead times and other information with the data in the Tekla Model.
• Management: Learn how to manage, visualise and communicate important site management data, such as materials storage and handling and plant movements.