SPAN is design and analysis software for beams and formwork with a variety of loading and support conditions. Calculation methods are based on the Steel Designer’s Handbook:
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User-editable customer and beam databases.
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Analyses simple or continuously supported beams.
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Ends can be fixed or unfixed.
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Fixed or pinned supports.
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Point, distributed or customised loads can be applied to beams.
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Allows non-uniform moment of inertia.
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Calculates reactions, and provides graphical or tabular output of bending moment, shear force and deflection.
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Comprehensive toolbar gives instant access to any function.
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Graphs superimposed on main diagram or shown with axes.
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Reports on design safety.
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Point-and-click editing of designs and user-friendly data entry.
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Comprehensive pdf manual and Help file include tutorial. Note: Help file unavailable in Windows 10.
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Can be customised with your logo and contact details.
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Metric or imperial units can be selected at any time. Users can work in metric and produce imperial output, or vice-versa.
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Windows 95 or later.
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Numerous display layouts available:
