SAFE v8
SAFE is a special purpose program that automates the analysis and design of simple to complex
concrete flat plates and foundation systems using powerful object based modeling. The program can
analyze and design slabs or mats of arbitrary shapes and varying thickness, drop panels, openings,
edge beams and discontinuities. Foundations can be combinations of Mats, Strip Footings or Isolated
Spread Footings.
The analysis is based upon the Finite Element method in a theoretically consistent fashion that
properly accounts for the effects of twisting moments. Meshing is Automated based upon User
Specified Parameters. Foundations are modeled as thick plates on Elastic Foundations, where the
Compression Only Soil Springs are automatically discretized based upon a modulus of sub grade
reaction that is specified for each Foundation Object.
The Software produces reinforcing layouts and evaluates the effects of punching shear around column
supports. Options are available for including cracked properties in the finite element model based
upon the slab reinforcing that is provided.
Also a comprehensive export option from ETABS is available that will automatically create complete
SAFE models of any ETABS floor or foundation for immediate design by SAFE.
CSiDETAILER - DETAILING REINFORCED CONCRETE STRUCTURES
CSIDetailer is a new completely integrated software package for
automatically producing drawings of reinforcing details for slabs that have
been analyzed and designed using SAFE, The Slab Analysis and Design
Software based upon the Finite element Method!
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Finite element analysis of floor slab and foundation systems and
detailed design of solid slab, waffles, ribs, beams, mats, and
footings in SAFE
Automated generation of details and drawings based on SAFE
design results in CSIDetailer
DETAILER HIGHLIGHTS
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Comprehensive detailing of slabs, beams, mats and footings.
Details include framing plans, slab reinforcement plans, slab
sections, beam reinforcement in elevation and sections, rebar
schedules, bar bending schedules and bills of quantities.
Section cuts can be placed anywhere on plan and elevation, and the program generates
sections.
Detailing output can be in any units, irrespective of the modeling units.
Hundreds of options and settings can be specified to completely customize the detailing and
drawing.
Several predefined drawings and views expedite the detailing and drawing process, with
several customization tools.
CSIDetailer generates printed drawings directly as saved AUTOCAD drawing files or. DXF files.
A Quick Detailing wizard helps complete the detailing process quickly and easily using a single
form.
Default detailing conforms to ACI-318 and ACI-315 standard but can be customized for other
standards.
Several choices for drawing symbols such as arrow heads, section marks, rebar calls, and the
like are provided to customize the drawings.