Columns in simple construction

This design software may be used to verify columns in ��simple construction�� �C

subject to axial loads and nominal moments from eccentric beam reactions assumed to
be 100 mm from the face of the column. The tool covers beams (UKB) and columns
(UKC) in S275 and S355 steel. The verification follows the guidance in NCCI:
SN048b-EN-GB Verification of columns in simple construction - a simplified
interaction criterion.. The scope excludes the verification of class 4 sections.
The user must select the steel grade, member type, section size and column length.
The tool provides the opportunity to input an axial force (from above), and the
design values of the reactions on each face of the column at both ends of the
column - these reactions are used to calculate the bending moments in the major and
minor axis.

Combined axial compression and bending resistance

This design software provides verification for beams (UKB) and columns (UKC) in
S275 and S355 subject to combined bending and axial compression. The calculated
interaction between bending and axial compression is verified against BS EN 1993-1-
1[6]�Expression 6.61 and 6.62 in accordance with the UK National Annex[7]. The
interaction factors are determined using Annex B of BS EN 1993-1-1[6]. Identical
lengths for major axis buckling, minor axis buckling and lateral torsional buckling
are taken. The scope of this tool excludes the verification of class 4 sections.
The user must select the�steel grade, member type, section type, buckling length
and provide the axial compression as well as the maximum and minimum values of
major and minor bending moments