Detailing tower like structures is a highly specialized profession that not only requires many years of experience but also the right tools to ensure accuracy and productivity. Our pre-processors cater for the majority of lattice tower configurations and since we own the code (no ‘black box’) we can extend the routines to include your preferred design standards. We have also electronically embedded vast amounts of tower detailing knowhow into the software so that they act as a minimum standard yet still allow for complete flexibility should connections require specific detailing.
Below is a typical example of optimization performed on each corner connection, in this example we assume 5 bolts required on the K-members …
As shown above Towersmart automatically applies a variety of node analysis routines to reduce the number of bolts or gusset plate. The detailer still has the option to force any connection they require per node.