In Tekla Structures it is possible to generate analysis model that includes bars, plates, loads and boundary conditions. LIRA-FEM program supports two-way integration with Tekla Structures.


Rhino/Grasshopper and SAPFIR module will interact directly through this plugin to create and edit the BIM model. It may be done with Grasshopper visual script interface. The live and associative interaction allows the user to create projects of different complexity.


Step-by-step guide for novice users of the LIRA-FEM software, which reveals the basics of finite element analysis.


Suppose we have to make the automatically generated PR types come from the LIRA-CAD module to the LIRA-FEM program; in these PR types, the reinforcement pattern is arranged in two layers.


Thermal loads

Thermal loads

The article describes how to model thermal loads in SAPFIR. To model the thermal loads in LIRA-CAD module of the program, use the specialised tools available on the "Analytics" tab, on the "Analytical load" panel, in the "Loads" drop-down list.


The "Moving load" tool is mentioned to specify traffic loads on different types of structures: stylobate pavement, floor slabs of parking, bridge structures, motorways, etc.


Soil pressure

Soil pressure

For various purposes it can be useful to model the soil pressure on the basement walls. The commands necessary for this purpose are presented on the "Create" tab, "Loads" panel.


The construction of finite element meshes is an important stage of solving the problem of determining the SSS of structures. This stage is associated with satisfaction of a number of contradictory requirements.


LIRA-FEM plugin in Revit helps our users to transfer model directly to LIRA-FEM or via SAPFIR, perform analysis and return reinforcement results back in Revit.


This is one of webinars series presented by LIRALAND for LIRA-FEM structural analysis software.
In this recorded webinar, we review BIM integration on the base of IFC file from REVIT.


  • 12 May 2023
  • LIRALAND

Snow mound in SAPFIR 2022

  • 12 May 2023
  • LIRALAND

Snow mound in SAPFIR 2022

This video shows how to collect snow load automatically and to apply snow mound in LIRA-CAD.


  • 12 May 2023
  • LIRALAND

Special loads in SAPFIR 2022

  • 12 May 2023
  • LIRALAND

Special loads in SAPFIR 2022

This video shows new type of load in LIRA-CAD: Special load. In this video you will learn what is special load, how to apply it and in what situations it is needed.


This video shows how to create and apply soil pressure to basement walls.


  • 12 May 2023
  • LIRALAND

Moving loads in SAPFIR 2022

  • 12 May 2023
  • LIRALAND

Moving loads in SAPFIR 2022

This video shows how to create and edit moving loads and combination of loads.


  • 12 May 2023
  • LIRALAND

Earthquake loads in SAPFIR 2022

  • 12 May 2023
  • LIRALAND

Earthquake loads in SAPFIR 2022

This video shows how to apply seismic load by accelerogram in LIRA-CAD.


Automatic generation of wind load according to Building Code. The positive and negative wind pressure is generated on the example of a multi-storey building with account of different parameters (wind region, terrain category, constructional and aerodynamic coefficients).


In this video there will be introduced new features in SAPFIR 2022. We will discuss automatic load generation on beams though proxy objects.


Master class from our chief engineer about possibilities of model creation in LIRA-FEM program. You will learn how to generate simple geometry in SAPFIR GENERATOR System.


This videoguide answers the questions: What is load case and how to assign loads?


This videoguide answers the questions: What is stiffness? How to add and assign steel and reinforced concrete (RC) stiffness?


This videoguide answers the questions: What is offsets and how to assign them to bars?


Options for quick generation of large panel building. The 'Joint' tool and its functionality in SAPFIR module of the program. Special features for analysis of large panel building.


Dynamic link with other programs through DXF, IFC and SAF formats. Generator system for simulating complex structures. SAPFIR plug-in to Rhino and Grasshopper. BIM integration between SAPFIR and Allplan through IFC format.


Step-by-step guide for novice users of the LIRA-FEM software, which reveals the basics of finite element analysis. In this videoguide you will learn how to create and analyse the model of RC monolithic building in LIRA-SAPR.