CCAD-GCP is the module for designing structural precast elements. This module enables the integrated design of precast concrete columns, beams, joists, and trusses. Another area covered by this module is geometrically complex facade elements. As with the other IDAT modules, this module offers the highest possible degree of automation, which significantly reduces design time.
Manufacture of precast concrete columns, including foundation reinforcement:
This is done via a special input dialog. Before that, you can choose whether to generate a single column or multiple identical columns at the nodes—based on a column grid that must be defined beforehand. Several options are available for the height of the columns. You can either enter the column height directly in the input dialog or set the column height to be the same as the building’s height. In the latter case, the program automatically calculates the building height based on the heights of all floors in the building model. The third option comes into play when you want to assemble a column from several individual parts, with breaks between floors. Here, you can vertically assemble the individual column parts using predefined connection details.
Foundation connection:
There are several options to choose from:
- Standard bolted or welded connections (e.g., column shoes) from various suppliers such as Halfen, Pfeifer, or Peikko can be placed directly at the base of the column using predefined catalogs.
- Another function creates an attached foundation at the column.
- Alternatively, you can use tube or block foundations, which are available as separate prefabricated components.
Placement of beams or joists
A dialog box is used to define the shape, dimensions, and basic reinforcement. Then, simply click on the two supports between which the member is to be created to generate the beam, including the support brackets. The program automatically calculates the required length of the beam. The program prompts you for the type and dimensions of the brackets directly while you are entering the beam. The cantilevers are linked to the beam’s position; if the elevation of a beam changes, all associated cantilevers are automatically repositioned. The cantilevers are automatically reinforced with various reinforcement types. Here, too, the IDAT-standard principle applies, whereby the reinforcement dimensions automatically adapt to the size of the cantilever.
Installation of large precast trusses
You can select the desired truss type from a catalog (profile, bracing, etc.) and set the free parameters. Then, similar to the beams, you select the two support columns, and the truss is generated with the correct orientation and length. The type of connection between the truss and the column (with or without a fork connection) is selected and automatically accounted for by the program.
Changes can be made very easily at any stage of the planning process and are automatically reflected in all existing plans. The creation of production and installation plans, as well as the generation of machine data for the CAD/CAM interface when needed, is fully automated. Upon request, the relevant billing data is also generated and made available in a separate database.
