Graitec Group, a global leader in innovative software solutions for the AEC (Architecture, Engineering, and Construction) industry, is proud to announce the release of several groundbreaking software updates this summer, aimed at empowering professionals to achieve faster workflows, greater accuracy, and enhanced collaboration across complex engineering and structural projects. The new releases span five core products: Advance Design, Tricalc, Ideate Software, PowerPack Rebar Detailing for Revit, and PowerPack for Advance Steel.
These updates are strategically designed to address the most pressing challenges faced by engineers, detailers, and designers in the AEC sector, providing a suite of tools that streamline processes, reduce manual efforts, and ensure precision throughout the lifecycle of projects.
- Advance Design 2026: Smarter Structural Modeling and Analysis Tools
With the official release of Advance Design 2026, GRAITEC has introduced powerful new features to enhance structural modeling, analysis, and documentation. Among the new capabilities are:
- Composite Beam Modeling: Seamlessly model composite beams with steel and concrete elements, fully compliant with Eurocode 4 and AISC standards.
- Pile Foundation Support Modeling: Advanced foundation analysis with customizable stiffness and bearing properties.
- Code-Based Verification (Eurocode 4 & AISC): Structural verification of composite beams is now fully compliant with Eurocode 4 and AISC standards, covering both construction and service phases, reinforcement detailing, and connector performance.
- Enhanced Reinforced Concrete Modules: Export precise 2D and 3D vector views (DWG, DXF, EMF) of reinforcement layouts and structural elements for seamless integration with CAD workflows.
- User Experience Improvements: Multiple refinements aimed at increasing productivity, including improved performance and interface design.
These improvements are designed to help engineers make confident design decisions while minimizing risks and ensuring compliance with global standards.
Available in: France, Poland, Spain, Portugal, Canada, UK, Romania, Czech Republic and Slovakia.
- Tricalc 2026: Innovative Structural Design and Analysis for Flexibility and Precision
The Tricalc 2026 release introduces key features to support the latest compliance requirements and offer greater design flexibility. Notable additions include:
- Eurocodes 2nd Generation: Implementation of the latest Eurocode standards for seismic load definitions and punching reinforcement design.
- Improved Frame-Wall Connections: More accurate connections between frame elements and structural walls.
- Wood Panel Support: Enhanced capabilities for LSF (Light Steel Frame) structures, including smoother door and window creation and improved panel splitting.
- Customizable Reports: New options for tailoring report outputs to specific needs.
Tricalc 2026 empowers structural engineers with smarter workflows and more reliable design capabilities, making it easier to meet the demands of modern construction projects.
Available in: Spain, Portugal, LATAM
- Ideate Software: Enhanced Revit Tools for Streamlined Data Management and Workflow Efficiency
Ideate Software, an Autodesk® Authorized Developer and a Gold Partner within the Graitec Group, has unveiled major enhancements to its suite of Revit plug-in applications. With these updates, Revit users can expect dynamic tools designed to simplify complex tasks, improve model precision, and save time, including:
- Ideate Explorer: Refined selection tools to isolate and manage elements more easily.
- Ideate BIMLink: Improved material control, including quantity takeoffs and dynamic sheet lists.
- IdeateApps ViewCreator: Accelerated view creation, including batch generation of 3D views and area plans.
- IdeateApps SmartDelete: Real-time model edits with automatic identification of deletable elements.
These tools not only reduce the time spent on repetitive tasks but also boost accuracy and ease of use for Revit professionals working on building and infrastructure projects.
Available in: English, French, German, Spanish, Czech, Polish, and Italian.
- PowerPack Rebar Detailing for Revit 2026: Enhancing Rebar and Analytical Modeling
Graitec’s PowerPack Rebar Detailing for Revit 2026 introduces several important enhancements for structural engineers and reinforced concrete detailers, including:
- Analytical Model Corrections: Enhanced error detection and new status tracking for better management of continuity and alignment issues.
- Adaptive Rebar Constraints: Automatic rebar adjustments when dimensions change, reducing manual effort and improving modeling efficiency.
- Optimized Foundation Export: Expanded export options to improve the accuracy of foundation modeling and eliminate manual adjustments.
These features allow users to automate repetitive tasks, reduce errors, and ensure continuous alignment between analytical models and rebar detailing.
Available in: English, French.
- PowerPack for Advance Steel: New Features for Faster Steel Detailing Workflows
GRAITEC is also proud to announce the release of PowerPack for Advance Steel – Release 2026, offering structural engineers, steel detailers, and fabricators a host of new capabilities. Key features include:
- Flexible Turnbuckle Bracing: Updated macro for quick, accurate connections, saving time and improving design accuracy.
- Smarter Railing Tools: New tools for precise, faster installation of railings, including baseplates for concrete stairs and vertical offset options.
- Enhanced Cage Ladder Design: Support for flared entry hoops and adaptive straps for safer, regulation-compliant access configurations.
- Improved Balanced Stairs: More precise modeling for stair stringers, including options for rectangular and square hollow sections.
These upgrades aim to streamline detailing workflows, minimize errors, and provide greater flexibility in handling complex steel detailing tasks.
Available in: English, French, German, Italian, and Polish.
