Tekla, Inc. Webinars 

We have webinars in each of the following categories.  Click on the category you are most interested in for details on the webinars and how to register/view them.

Steel	Engineering	Contractor	Precast	Cast-in-Place

Past Steel Webinars:

Tekla in Steel Fabrication Projects 

Learn how you can optimize your operations by extending the usage of Tekla models in steel fabrication projects by interfacing with MIS/PLM and CNC machines.

Topics:

• Modeling and detailing steel structures using Tekla Structures software
• Compatibility with Steel Projects PLM suite
• Latest in CNC technologies and interfaces from Ficep & HGG
• 4D links and CNC machines to model based schedules

Replay Webinar Here!   Webinar was held July 7, 2010

Go Further With Tekla Structures Extensions  

We will demonstrate Tekla Structures Extensions that enhance everyday modeling, stair drawing production, and project management in the model. Extensions are applications developed with the Tekla Open API and available to all customers on maintenance through the Tekla Extranet.

Replay Webinar Here!  Webinar was held February 17, 2010.

Tekla Structures 16- Drawings in Detail

A major focus point during the development of Tekla Structures 16 was drawing customizability and adaptability. This webinar will examine the new drawing classifier system and will also demonstrate the new method of applying edited single part views in assembly drawings and multi-sheets.

• Creating classifiers using the new dialog box
• Applying classifiers to Design Drawings, Erection Plans and Fabrication Drawings
• Editing Single Part Drawings
• Applying the edited details onto Assembly Drawings
• Using all these tools to create better drawings 

Replay Webinar Here!  Webinar was held January 20, 2010.

What's New in Tekla Structures 16 for Steel

Tekla Structures 16 will be released soon and this webinar highlights some exciting new features and enhancements.  This session looks at the forthcoming modeling, components, and drawing improvements. Topics that will be covered include:

• New Snapping and Viewing Tools
• New Numbering Options
• Additional System and Custom Components
• Existing Component Improvements
• New Drawing Filters and Classifiers
• Multi Drawing Handling
• New Dimensioning Tools

Watch our recorded webinar for a glimpse of the productivity gains offered in the next release.

Replay Webinar Here!  Webinar was held December 16, 2009.

Watch our recorded webinar for a glimpse of the productivity gains offered in the next release.

Reviewing Structural Steel Submittals: A New Approach

Making Design, Detailing, and Field Collaboration Easier

Learn how Structural Engineers, Architects, Detailers and other subcontractors can effectively share, monitor and review information during the construction phase.

Attendees will expect to learn about work flows and technologies that offer easier and more visual:

• Delivery and review of the engineer’s design intent
• Review For Information submittals sent from the Steel Detailer or Fabricator
• Review of steel shop drawings using 2D drawings and 3D construction models

Engineer and Detailing Professionals are encouraged to attend. Engineers can earn 1 PDH credit by downloading a white paper about shop drawing review located at www.tekla.com/pdh.

Updated Version Available Soon. Webinar was held August 25, 2009.
  

Automatic Connections: Increasing Model Productivity

This webinar will examine suggested workflows for increasing the speed and efficiency of modeling connections in Tekla Structures.  We will specifically examine the use of AutoConnection and AutoDefaults modeling tools.  Some of the topics covered will include the following:

• Automate Component Selection Based on Model Geometry or Properties
• Generate and Save Standard System or Custom Components
• Create Rules for Application of Standards in Various Scenarios
• New Workflows for Improved Modeling Efficiency

Replay Webinar Recording! Webinar was held July 15, 2009. 

Stairs, Handrails, and Other Miscellaneous Steel Improvements

When: Wed June 17th 1:30pm EDT

Tekla Structures has added new features and improved existing functionality with regard to modeling and detailing miscellaneous steel.  This webinar will focus specifically on stairs and handrails.

Showcased features, tips, and tricks will include:

• Laying Out Stairs Quickly and Easily
• Using Various Pans and Treads
• Examining Existing Components in Greater Detail
• Improving Drawing Output and Minimizing Editing Time
• Rethinking Stair and Handrail Detailing for Maximum Efficiency

Replay Webinar Recording!  Webinar was held June 17, 2009.  
                    

Latest Tekla Structures Integration & Reports for FabTrol

Learn about the latest improvements in the Tekla-FabTrol v3.0 Reports as well as the Tekla FabTrol Submittal Tool in our latest webinar.  Various hints and tips on sending data to FabTrol will also be covered along with the following:

• Customizing Profile Names Exported in the Tekla-FabTrol Reports
• Importing Field Bolts with Accurate Quantities
• Importing Welded Nelson Shear Studs Added in the Tekla Structures Model
• How to Greatly Reduce Bolt Translations

We will also cover how to tag revision information to the model allowing the fabricator to filter and sort changes by addendum/change order numbers in FabTrol.  Also, returning shipping information from FabTrol to the Tekla Structures Model for publishing colorized status to the free Tekla Structures Model Reviewer will also be demonstrated.

Replay Webinar Recording!    Webinar was held June 3, 2009

Implementing the Tekla Structures Drafter 
License

                
The Tekla Structures Drafter License provides users the ability to fully edit and
print drawings created by other configurations of Tekla Structures.  This 
includes General Arrangement, Single Part, and Assembly Drawings.  The 
license also provides model viewing capabilities as well as report creation.

This webinar will demonstrate implementation scenarios such as:

• Increasing Drawing Office Output
• Real-Life Production Workflows
• Multi-User Modeling and Drawing Techniques
• Creating Multi-Sheets of Assembly Drawings
• Flagging Drawing Status for Project Management

                            Replay Webinar Recording!  Webinar was held May 20, 2009. 

                                    

New Features in Tekla Structures 15  

This webinar will introduce a number of the new features in the latest release of Tekla Structures, Version 15.  The latest developments allow users to intuitively build an accurate, illustrative, 3D model faster and more easily than ever before.  A few of the covered features include:

• Version Migration Wizard - Moving to a new version has never been easier
• User Roles – Customized user interfaces for specific roles
• Mini Toolbars – Quickly adjust the most common object properties
• Improved Snapping - 3D orthogonal and zoom dependant snaps
• Master Drawing Catalog – A fast, efficient, and more controlled way of creating drawings
• Additional Drawing Editing Tools
• 64-bit Tekla Structures!

Replay Webinar Recording!  Webinar was held May 6, 2009.     

Practical Uses of the Tekla Structures Model Reviewer Webinar

With the Tekla Structures Model Reviewer, users may now save views and locations within the model as well as add redlines and comments directly to the model. Practical applications include:

• CREATE sales presentations that can be emailed easily to clients
• GENERATE RFI’s (Requests for Information)
• DISPLAY colorized models containing project statuses, such as ‘Out for Approval’ or ‘Released for Fabrication’
• PRESENT a colorized model with tooltips showing proposed change orders
• COMMUNICATE with the whole project team using the 3D model for approval and constructability reviews

Replay Webinar Recording!    Webinar was held April 29, 2009

Tekla Structures for the Erector

This webinar covers how 3D Steel Detailing Models can be used directly by
Erectors out on the jobsite. Topics covered include:

• Layout and surveying coordination
• Visual production scheduling and delivery tracking of materials
• Preventing costly erectability issues
• Communicating erector friendly connection details and conditions with the 3D Model

Replay Webinar Recording!    Webinar was held March 19, 2009

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Upcoming Engineering Webinars:

Collaboration, Sustainability, and Constructability 

When: September 1, 2010 12:00pm EDT

Join our live webinar and see how Tekla Structures was used throughout “Kirnu”, the Finnish pavilion:  a laboratory for sustainable construction and building operation, at the 2010 Shanghai World Expo. The pavilions of the 2010 World Expo have provided some unique challenges.  As usual with the expo, countries showcase their most innovative architecture.  With this year’s “Better City, Better Life” theme, attention has been given to the way in which these pavilions are delivered and perform.  

Topics:
• Kirnu pavilion at 2010 World Expo
• Tekla Structures enabling innovative design  

Register here!

In-Model Review of Structural Steel Shop Drawings Webinar

 When: September 24, 2010 12:00pm EDT

The current paper-based process of checking structural steel shop drawings remains a key part of the design team’s scope of work.  This webinar discusses how the architect, structural engineer and contractor can use an electronic shop drawing review process that uses 3D in-model review techniques while still allowing the reviewer to deliver stamped and reviewed paper shop drawings. By reviewing shop drawings within the context of the fabricator’s 3D model, the project team can better coordinate their design intent while simultaneously reviewing and approving shop assemblies more quickly and accurately. Several work process topics will be addressed such as revision management and multiple reviewers of the same submittal.    Those who attend will learn how in-model review can make their shop drawing review process more productive, accurate and even more enjoyable.

Register Here!



Past Engineering Webinars:

Sneak preview of Tekla Structures 16.1

Join our live webinar and get a sneak preview of the new features in Tekla Structures 16.1. You will learn about the major benefits and improvements for all Tekla Structures users. New features including: Improved and more flexible analysis model creation Further BIM coordination improvements Additional benefits for CIP modelling and drawing creation Plus many more...

Replay Webinar Here!  Webinar was held August 4, 2010

Tuesday Tutorials: Drawing Sheet and View Settings

When:  June 29, 2010  12:00 PM - 1:00 PM EDT

Engineering users will learn how to setup, organize and customize views on their drawing sheets. The different settings available per sheet and view will be covered in detail.

**The Tuesday Tutorials webinar series includes in-depth, technical training topics for engineering users of Tekla Structures.**

Replay Webinar Here!  Webinar was held June 29, 2010

Tuesday Tutorials: Using Masonry and Wood Components

Engineering firms typically design buildings with materials other than steel and concrete.  This webinar will give an overview of the new masonry and wood modeling tools in Tekla Structures 16.0, followed by an interactive Q/A and feedback session with users.

**The Tuesday Tutorials webinar series includes in-depth, technical training topics for engineering users of Tekla Structures.** 

Replay Webinar Here!  Webinar was held May 25, 2010

Setting Up Drawing Title Blocks

When: Tuesday April 27, 2010 12:00pm EDT

Engineering users will learn how to efficiently set up their drawing title blocks from scratch or by utilizing existing title blocks.

**The Tuesday Tutorials webinar series includes in-depth, technical training topics for engineering users of Tekla Structures.**

Recording available at the Tuesday Tutorials web page here.   Webinar was held April 27, 2010

Organizing Your Drawing Standards

When: Tuesday March 23, 2010 12:00pm EDT

Engineering users will learn how to collect and organize their existing drawing CAD standards so they can be effectively migrated to Tekla drawing standards. Topics will cover object naming standards, pen weights and colors, line types, leader lines, fonts, hatching, and general CAD line work standards.

**The Tuesday Tutorials webinar series includes in-depth, technical training topics for engineering users of Tekla Structures.**

Recording available at the Tuesday Tutorials web page here.   Webinar was held March 23, 2010

Training & Implementation: Getting Started with Tekla Structures for Engineering

When: Tuesday February 23 12:00pm EST

This webinar provides recommended steps in implementing Tekla Structures for engineering firms. Topics will address the Startup Checklist and the current Virtual Training kit available to customers.  Companies starting out with Tekla Structures as well as established companies training new users should attend.

**The Tuesday Tutorials webinar series includes in-depth, technical training topics for engineering users of Tekla Structures.**

Recording available at the Tuesday Tutorials web page here.   Webinar was held February 23, 2010.

Tekla Structures - The Best Solution to Integrate with Analysis and Design  

Learn how Tekla Structures 16 has the most advanced analysis model creation tools in the market and flexible integration with analysis&design (A&D) software. Topics: New tools for analysis model generation Multiple analysis model creation techniques Current support for  A&D software available in the market

Replay Webinar Here!  Webinar was held  February 3, 2010.

Tuesday Tutorials: US Engineering Localization for Tekla Structures 16 

Engineering users will receive an overview of the U.S. localization efforts for Tekla Structures 16.0.

Topics include:

• Environment settings
• Catalog and component libraries
• Drawing standards for US market
• Reports and macros

**The Tuesday Tutorials webinar series includes in-depth, technical training topics for engineering users of Tekla Structures.**

Recording available at the Tuesday Tutorials web page here.  Webinar was held January 26, 2010

Cast-in-Place Concrete for Engineers

Learn how to utilize Tekla Structures software in Cast-in-Place concrete modeling, detailing and site management. Tekla Structures integrates reinforcement information with building materials information and can be used to follow the entire project from design through to construction.

Topics:

• A proven solution for all materials
• Expanding engineers’ service offering
• Real-life case examples

Replay Webinar Here!  Webinar was held December 2, 2009

BIM’s ROI in practice with Tekla

Join our live webinar to learn how Tekla BIMs can support your business and create more return on your software investment (ROI).

You will learn:

• How quickly you can gain ROI by using Tekla Structures in general design
• How to expand your business and service offering by choosing Tekla Structures as your BIM software Practical examples of ROI in BIM projects

Replay Webinar Here!  Webinar was held October 7, 2009

Tekla in BIM: From General Design to Precast Detailing, Fabrication and Erection

Join our live webinar and learn how to Tekla Structures supports the whole precast constructability process from general design to erection.

You will learn:

• How to collaborate with other disciplines to create the structural model
• How to manage the output from general design phase to precast detailing
• How to manage the whole precast construction process with Tekla Structures

Replay webinar here!   Webinar was held September 2, 2009

Reviewing Structural Steel Submittals: A New Approach

When: Tuesday  August 25, 2009 12:00 EDT

Making Design, Detailing, and Field Collaboration Easier

Learn how Structural Engineers, Architects, Detailers and other subcontractors can effectively share, monitor and review information during the construction phase.

Attendees will expect to learn about work flows and technologies that offer easier and more visual:

• Delivery and review of the engineer’s design intent
• Review For Information submittals sent from the Steel Detailer or Fabricator
• Review of steel shop drawings using 2D drawings and 3D construction models

Engineer and Detailing Professionals are encouraged to attend. Engineers can earn 1 PDH credit by downloading a white paper about shop drawing review located at www.tekla.com/pdh.

Updated Version Available Soon.  Webinar was held August 25, 2009.

Tekla in BIM: From Simple to Complex Structures

Learn how you can model any kind of structure from simple to complex with Tekla Structures.

You will learn:

• How Tekla Structures can easily accommodate any geometry from simple office type structures to some of the most complicated in the world
• How Tekla Structures tools make it easy to generate the required geometry
• About the real life cases of complex geometry

Replay Webinar Recording! Webinar was held Wednesday August 5, 2009

Tekla in BIM: Engineering Deliverables

Join our live webinar and learn how you can produce the data rich BIM model in Tekla Structures and be able to supply and easily deliver quality 2D drawings/output.

You will learn:

• What is the drawings role in a Tekla BIM model
• How to customize drawing output
• The model management using engineers reports and checklists

Replay Webinar Recording!  Webinar was held July 1, 2009. 

What's New in Tekla Structures 15 for 
Engineering? 

Structural engineering firms will learn about the latest advancements in Tekla Structures version 15. New product features that will be discussed include:

• Efficient and more intuitive modeling
• Better quality output of design drawings
• Expanded interoperability with other design and structural analysis applications
• New collaboration tools to support inter and cross-discipline collaboration

In addition, a focus will be on customization efforts of the Tekla Structures Engineering product for North America. Topics to be discussed include:

• The new engineering role and model templates
• Catalog and component library improvements for steel, precast, cast-in-place, light gauge steel
• Out-of-the-box drawing standards for US market
• Reports and macros
• Model-based shop drawing review

Replay Webinar Recording!   Webinar was held June 24, 2009.

Tekla in BIM: Analysis & Design (A&D) Software Integration with Tekla Structures

Join our live webinar and learn how engineers can integrate Tekla Structures BIM model with different analysis&design (A&D) tools.

You will learn:

• how to create and manipulate a structural analysis model within Tekla Structures
• how to integrate the respective model between different software
• how Tekla Structures supports A&D software available in the market

                          Replay Webinar Recording! Webinar was held June 3, 2009. 

Tekla in BIM: How to Manage a BIM Project

Learn how to manage the BIM process of a construction project and
collaborate with project disciplines using Tekla Structures software. Our guest 
speaker, JR Barker  from Structural Consultants Inc, will demonstrate how 
their organization accelerates business with Tekla Structures.

You will learn:

• How to manage a BIM project with the open and multi-discipline Tekla Structures solution
• How to collaborate with other project disciplines
• How to add value to and find new business opportunities from a BIM projects  

Replay Webinar Recording!   Webinar was held May 6, 2009.   

 

BIM For Construction-driven Design 

Learn how engineers using Tekla Structures deliver added value to their clients by creating construction friendly Building Information Models (BIM) that are used beyond the design phase: 

• Collaboration with architects
• Integration with analysis & design
• Construction documents

Plus

• Comprehensive connection modeling
• Powerful rebar modeling
• Constructability analysis
• Model sharing with detailing and construction Shop drawing review

Replay Webinar Recording!    Webinar was held April 28, 2009

 

Tekla Structures in Industrial Construction Projects

Learn how engineers can accelerate their business by using Tekla Structures in complex industrial projects.

You will learn:

• How to collaborate with other project disciplines using PDS, SmartPlant3D (Integraph) or PDMS (Aveva)
• How to avoid errors by referencing, smooth data exhange and multi-user operability
• Suggested workflow for industrial projects´ plant design teams, including engineers and designers

Replay webinar recording! Webinar was held April 1, 2009

Tekla in BIM: From Engineer's Design Downstream 

Learn how engineers using Tekla Structures can add value to the downstream detailing of the construction project.

You will learn:

• How engineers and detailers can benefit using the same Tekla model
• How the information created in the general design phase by engineers is useful downstream
• How to confirm RFI´s electronically and manage liability issues

Replay webinar recording  Webinar was held March 4, 2009

 

Tekla in BIM: Working with Architects and MEP Professionals

Learn how Tekla Structures software users can easily collaborate with architects and MEP professionals in a BIM project.

You will learn:

• How to use reference files to support the structural workflow
• How to manage changes in Tekla Structures
• How to communicate with other BIM project participants, architects and MEP professionals using the Tekla Structures model

Replay webinar recording!  Webinar was held February 4, 2009

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Past Contractor Webinars:

Linking BIM to the Field to Facilities Management - A Hospital Case Study with Barton Malow

When: Tuesday April 6, 2010 1:00pm EDT

This live webinar will feature a case study on how BIM and Field Software (including Tablet-PCs) were linked to Facilities Management on the Maryland General Hospital Central Care Expansion project in Baltimore, Maryland. This multi-phase addition and renovation project included over 75,000sf of newly fit-out spaces and over 5,000sf of renovated facilities. Speakers from Barton Malow, Tekla, Motion Computing and Vela Systems will present an overview of the project, describe the connection of BIM to Commissioning to Handover to Facilities Management, present photos of the technology in action and report on the business benefits to the contractor and owner.

The webinar will conclude with a live question and answer period. A recording of the webinar will be available for those who cannot attend the live session.

Replay Webinar Recording!  Webinar was held April 6, 2010.

DPR Construction: the Benefits of BIM and Field Software for Project Controls

This webinar focuses on the experiences of DPR Construction, Inc. using an integrated combination of Tekla Structures Building Information Modeling (BIM) and Vela Systems field software in their door, frame and hardware (DFH) construction business.  

During the webinar, the implementation of this Field BIM™ system is discussed, with a focus on the results of research by the Stanford University's Center for Integrated Facility Engineering (CIFE).  Detailed CIFE research on the benefits of the integrated system will be presented, along with a question-and-answer period with the presenters.  

The webinar features presenters from DPR Construction, Tekla Structures, and Vela Systems.

Replay Webinar Recording!  Webinar was held November 11, 2009. 

What's New in Tekla Structures for Contractors

Tired of project documentation or  Building Information Models that lack the level of detail or information needed to manage or execute effectively?  Tekla is dedicated to continuous innovation in design and construction technology throughout its 40+ year history.

Learn more about the latest in Construction Building Information Modeling (BIM) technologies in our FREE webinar: What’s new in Tekla Structures for Contractors.In this webinar, we cover how Tekla Structures can be used to:

• Perform BIM-based quantity surveys from Tekla  Structures models and models from other BIM applications.
• Easily navigate and manage Building Information Models (BIM) using the all new model organizer and the latest version of the task manager.
• Model crucial elements often left out of BIM processes like curtain wall and metal studs. 

Replay Webinar Recording!    Webinar was held April 29, 2009

                           

BIM for the Jobsite

Building Information Modeling is not a solution that should be confined to the office, the preconstruction team or even the field office trailer.  To learn more about Tekla Structures for Construction Management, in conjunction with Tekla Technology Partners Trimble and Vela Systems, watch the webinar recording. In this webinar, we cover how Tekla Structures for Construction Management:

• Quickly find answers to pertinent questions about your project without spending hours of research time with 2D drawings or documents
• Easily select points for layout from the model and sends them directly to an LM80-equipped Trimble Total Station
• Proactively manages the construction supply chain using Tekla Structures for Construction Management in conjunction with Vela Systems Materials Tracker

Replay Webinar Recording!    Webinar was held March 11, 2009

Introducing Tekla Structures for Construction Management 

Managing the fragmented project planning and performance data is a challenge in streamlining the delivery process of construction organizations.

Tekla Structures software helps to plan, communicate, and manage project information and effectively supports Building Information Modeling (BIM).  

The Tekla model can be used to store all project information from preconstruction, construction planning through to site management and to monitor performance from design to supply and installation.

Replay Webinar Recording!    Webinar was held December 18, 2008 

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Past Precast/Tilt-up/Concrete Webinars:

Tekla in BIM: From General Design to Precast Detailing, Fabrication and Erection

Join our live webinar and learn how to Tekla Structures supports the whole precast constructability process from general design to erection.

You will learn:

• How to collaborate with other disciplines to create the structural model
• How to manage the output from general design phase to precast detailing
• How to manage the whole precast construction process with Tekla Structures

Replay Webinar Recording!  Webinar was held September 2, 2009. 

Concrete BIM: Tekla Structures for
Tilt-Up Construction

When:  Wed. June 24, 2009 12:00PM EDT

Having trouble winning bids, getting drawings fast enough, and ultimately managing your jobs? Learn how Tekla Structures for Tilt-Up Construction helps to present, plan, communicate and manage project information using the latest in Building Information Modeling (BIM) technology to:

• Produce rapid, accurate 3D models to help you win more bids
• Combine and manage large models created in Tekla Structures or any other BIM applications
• Generate piece drawings, connection drawings and erection sheets; all of which will adjust to changes made in the model
• Efficiently manage all types of project information like spreadsheets, schedules, punch lists and more in a 3D context

Replay Webinar Recording!  Webinar was held June 24, 2009. 

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Past Cast-in-Place Webinars

Concrete BIM: Benefits for Smaller Concrete Contractors

When: June 16, 2010 1:30pm EDT

Building Information Modeling (BIM) is the buzz word right now. However, it is often presented as a tool that is only useful for large, complex structures. Using  real examples, this webinar shows how smaller concrete contractors  successfully employ this technology and see benefits in productivity and coordination. The webinar covers:

• Introduction to the idea of Building Information Modeling (BIM)
• Understand how BIM can be used in many aspects of Concrete Construction
• Learn from real examples of smaller Concrete Contractors using BIM and seeing the benefits

Replay Webinar Recording!  Webinar was held June 16, 2010.

Concrete BIM:  Win More Bids With Tekla Structures

Right now winning bids and getting jobs is crucial to your business. Tekla Structures can help you.

Learn how to use contract documents to build dynamic sales models adding in as much rebar, mesh, and strand as you need. Then generate accurate and timely take-offs that can be passed to other estimating software. Your bid presentations can then include these 3D views; helping you discuss construction plans and issues.

You need an edge right now and using and presenting with 3D and Building Information Modeling (BIM) shows your clients you are ready and gives you that competitive edge.

Replay Webinar Recording!   Webinar was held July 29, 2009. 

Concrete BIM:  Tekla Structures for Cast-in-Place Concrete

Building Information Modeling is technology that can benefit all segments of the construction industry. In this webinar we will examine how Tekla Structures for Concrete can benefit the cast-in-place concrete subcontractor. We will cover topics such as:

• Rapidly generate 3D models of the structure and provide accurate quantity take-offs for concrete and rebar.
• Import models from other trades for coordination  and communication. Automate the generation and editing of lift drawings.
• Provide a means to monitor and manage during construction.

Replay Webinar Recording!    Webinar was held May 27, 2009

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