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RAM Connection

Steel Connection Design Software

The Go-To for Steel Connection design

Perform analysis and design of virtually any connection type and verify your connections in seconds

What Is RAM Connection?

RAM Connection is steel connection analysis and design software for virtually any connection type. You can easily verify your connections in seconds, with comprehensive calculations, including seismic compliance. RAM Connection is proven to increase productivity with optimized workflows and full integration of 3D design models.

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Design

Simplify Connection Design

Streamline the design of various connections, such as beam-to-beam, beam-to-column, brace end, and complex multimember types, using a standard connection library. This allows efficient design, optimization, and comparison per AISC (ASD and LRFD), EC3, IS, GB, and BS specifications, ensuring rapid completion and code compliance for shear, moment, braced frame connections, column/beam splices, base plates, and seismic systems.

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Detail

Produce Structural Details

Generate structural design documents including necessary plans and elevations that are used to convey the design intent. Changes made to the 3D model are automatically updated in the documentation.

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Document

Produce Structural Design Documentation

Produce detailed 2D drawings directly from design results established in the structural model. Customize the style and format of the drawings using settings offered within the software.

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    RAM Connection

    Analyze and design of any connection type and verify your connections in seconds, all with comprehensive calculations, including seismic compliance.

    *Prices vary per region. For more options, see licensing and subscriptions section.

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    FAQs

    RAM Connection is the ideal solution when structural engineers or designers need to check a specific connection, design a single connection for multiple joints, or optimize each connection in a structure.

    RAM Connection works as a standalone program or integrated with RAM Elements, STAAD.Pro, and RAM Structural System. Contact our structural experts to learn how you can use standalone RAM Connection and get expert services.

    While many RAM Connection tutorials can be found on Bentley Communities, here are some FREE RAM Connection webinars available in our eStore.

    If you want to receive tailored training or attend a RAM Connection course that is specific to your project requirement, Bentley offers extra training and mentoring services. You can choose from tailor-made training, on-demand learning, consulting services, mentoring and more. Learn more about Expert Services here.

    The price of RAM Connection varies per region. While there are various types of licensing available, a common choice is the 12-month practitioner license offered through Bentley’s eStore. When you purchase through the eStore you get a Virtuoso Subscription which means you get both the software AND the training, expert services, and custom mentoring you need to get started quickly.

    Processor 
    1.3 GHz or faster processor (x64) 

    Operating System 
    Microsoft Windows 10 and 11 

    RAM 
    2 GB minimum, 4 GB recommended 

    Hard Disk 
    675 MB free disk space for installation 2 GB available for analyzing models 

    Display 
    Open GL compatible graphics card with at least 512 MB in video memory, 1024×768 minimum screen resolution. For the most up-to-date system requirements, visit Bentley Communities.

    Licensing and Subscription options

    Choose What is Right for You

    One-year license with training

    Virtuoso Subscription – A popular choice for small and medium-sized businesses

    Get access to software that comes with training – fast! Bentley’s eStore, Virtuosity, offers a convenient way to lease a 12-month license of Bentley software for a low, upfront cost. Every online purchase through Virtuosity comes as a Virtuoso Subscription that includes training and auto-renewals.

    With no contract required, it’s easy to get started quickly.


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    One-time purchase with support

    Perpetual License with SELECT

    A perpetual license of Bentley software is a one-time purchase, with a yearly maintenance subscription, called SELECT. This includes 24/7/365 technical support, learning resources, and the ability to exchange licenses for other software once a year. With SELECT, you will benefit from:

    • License pooling, so you can access your software from multiple computers.
    • Access additional Bentley software with Term Licenses, which allow you to pay for what you use without the upfront cost of purchasing a perpetual license.

    Annual renewal quotes are delivered directly to your inbox, and our experienced Renewal Representatives are available to answer your questions and guide you through any changes you’d like to make.


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    For larger organizations with in-depth requirements, we offer plans to provide global pricing and access to our comprehensive portfolio of solutions and success plan services. Contact us about how to get access to software, global best practices, implementation services, training, and technical support to help your organization realize its full potential while addressing your unique needs.


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