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Webinar Recap: MasterSeries to IDEA StatiCa Link for Advanced Steel Connection Design
Posted on in MasterFrame
On 15th May 2025, MasterSeries and IDEA StatiCa hosted a joint webinar to unveil and demonstrate the powerful new link between the MasterSeries structural design suite and IDEA StatiCa - a connection that bridges the gap between MasterSeries Connection Designs and more complex steel connection designs. This blog post summarises the key highlights from the session, including workflow demonstrations, time-saving insights, and the benefits of this live integration for structural engineers.
MasterSeries Webinar: Introducing the MasterSeries–IDEA StatiCa Link
Posted on in Webinar
We invite you to our upcoming joint webinar with IDEA StatiCa. In this webinar, we will introduce the brand-new MasterSeries link with IDEA StatiCa and demonstrate it through a real-life project.
Mastering Wind Loads on Duo-Pitched Roofs: Smarter Cpe Sign Patterns in MasterSeries 2024
Posted on in MasterFrame
Eurocode wind loading on duo-pitched roofs can be a nightmare of Cpe combinations. In this post, we break down how MasterSeries 2024 makes managing these wind pressures easier with new built-in Cpe Sign Patterns.
Seamless Steel Connection Design: Linking MasterSeries with IDEA StatiCa
Posted on in Steel Design
We’re excited to introduce a powerful new feature that takes your steel connection design workflow to the next level: MasterSeries now links seamlessly with IDEA StatiCa.
Getting Help With Your MasterSeries Software
Posted on in About
At MasterSeries we are committed to ensure you get the most out of your software. Whether you're just getting started or looking for solutions for a specific issue, this guide will walk you through the various support resources available to help you.
MasterSeries FE Slab & Wall Design Workshop – From Model Setup to Reinforcement Detailing
Posted on in MasterFrame
In this in-depth workshop, MasterSeries technical advisor Patrick McGinley walks through the complete workflow of modelling and designing concrete slabs and walls using the MasterFrame Finite Element Analysis and Concrete Slab & Wall Design modules
Concrete Transfer Slab Design: New MasterSeries Features Align with IStructE Guidance
Posted on in MasterFrame
For too long, transfer slab design lacked standard industry guidance, leaving engineers with inconsistent approaches, especially in shear verification. The Institution of Structural Engineers (IStructE) has now addressed this with its Design of Transfer Slabs guidance, but many existing slabs may not comply with its recommendations.
MasterSeries Workshop: Multi-Storey Concrete Building Design with Finite Element Surfaces
Posted on in Webinar
Join our Free MasterSeries Workshop! Discover how to efficiently design a multi-storey concrete building using finite element (FE) surfaces, concrete beams, and columns.
Celebrating MasterSeries Proficiency Certification Success at Queens University, Belfast
Posted on in General
We are delighted to celebrate the success of the students who recently achieved their MasterSeries Proficiency Certification following the completion of two in-depth workshops at Queen's University Belfast, and Competency Certification last semester. These sessions provided valuable hands-on experience, equipping students with the skills necessary to confidently apply structural analysis and design principles using industry-leading software.
MasterSeries Webinar: Best Practices for Modelling Reinforced Concrete Transfer Slabs to EC2
Posted on in MasterFrame
In our latest MasterSeries webinar, IStructE Chartered Structural Engineer Patrick McGinley explores the essential publications, guidance, and techniques to accurately model and design reinforced concrete transfer slabs using MasterFrame: Finite Element Analysis and MasterKey: Concrete Slab Design.