Building Code Software

Plan Analyst™ Building Code Software: Complete Selection
Helps architects, designers, construction firms and government agencies determine building and fire code requirements with ease and speed. Thousands of code studies are completed every day using Plan Analyst. Includes most versions of: IBC; IRC; SBC; UBC; NBC & NFPA.

Plan Analyst™ 2003 IRC Software - Editors Choice!
This innovative CD-ROM creates customizable IRC (International Residential Code) studies & correction reports in minutes. Plan Analyst for the IRC 2003 will connect you with today's technology & increase your efficiency.

Plan Analyst™ 2003 IBC Software - Editors Choice!
All Plan Analyst reports include code section numbers for easy reference. As you review the reports, you will learn where the new code requirements are &how they apply. Every time you use Plan Analyst, you will learn more about the new (IBC) International Building Codes.

Plan Analyst™ 2003 IBC/IRC Combo Pak Software - Editors Choice!
Using the 2003 International Codes IRC/IBC Combo Pak is as easy as turning on your computer with Plan Analyst. You simply enter the project into your computer using the easy to use Plan Analyst forms & answer the guided questions.

CodeBuddy™ Software
Finally a program that demystifies building codes. Graphics, tables, text, shortcuts, and much more. For architects, designers, facility & construction managers & building owners. Simple to use. Referencing: 1997 UBC, 1994 UPC/UMC & 1993 NEC. See also CodeBuddy 2.5 for CABO and CodeBuddy 5.0 for Accessibility.

Beam, Column & Structural Design Software

ConstructionCalc - Editors Choice!
Finally, structural software YOU can use. From the builder to the code official to the engineer, our software will increase your productivity and reduce your costs...guaranteed. A suite of eight powerful structual calculator programs.

Plan Analyst™ Beam Calculator Software - Editors Choice!
is the fastest & easiest way to design and/or check beams & columns. Easily select the beam size, properties & loads. Plan Analyst checks bending, shear & deflection.

Deck Design Software

Plan Analyst™ Deck Design Software
A fast and easy way to check and/or design residential decks. Input is simple but very versatile. With a few clicks of the mouse, you select the guardrail style, offsets/cantilevers at the house, style of attachment to the house and support condition. You then dimension the deck and finally you select structural details.

Sign Calculator Software

Plan Analyst™ Sign Calculator Software
will check to see if the post/pole works, calculate the minimum depth of the footing and provide you with a detailed drawing. There is absolutely no faster or easier way to design or check a sign. No charts, books or calculators required, just this easy to use software package.

Green Building Design & Energy Compliance Software

Green Building Advisor: Environmentally Responsible Design
GBA will show you specific design strategies that can improve the environmental performance, cost-effectiveness, and healthiness of a building and its site, from pre-design through occupancy. The GBA is like having your own sustainable design consultant at your fingertips.

ENERGY-10 software
A powerful design tool that analyzes -- and illustrates – the energy and cost savings that can be achieved through more than a dozen sustainable design strategies. Hourly energy simulations help you quantify, assess, and clearly depict the benefits of daylighting, passive solar heating, natural ventilation, well-insulated envelopes, better windows, lighting systems, mechanical equipment, and more.

Software Suggestions

Please note: Do you publish or know of a construction software program that would be appropriate for our users? If so, please contact us with your suggestions. Thank you!

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