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SLB Plugin – ETABS

SLB PLUGIN FOR ETABS

Tool that allows you to draw and assign SLB devices, run the analysis, and generate comparable reports. Iterate using the Direct (d/c) or Indirect (K1) method without leaving your workflow.

Download plugin (.zip) User manual

ETABS API Direct & Indirect Assignment Drift Reports Modal Mass Ratio Multiversion Comparison

KEY FEATURES

AUTOMATIC DRAWING

Insert SLB properties as link types and place them on chevrons, walls, and spandrels while maintaining correct lengths and positions.

DIRECT METHOD

Iterate through sections until reaching the target d/c range (e.g. 0.8–1.3), managing combinations automatically.

INDIRECT METHOD

Adjust K1 in nonlinear analysis, starting from existing sections with a defined minimum stiffness.

INTEGRATED CALCULATION

Run ETABS analysis directly from the plugin and update results instantly.

REPORTS

Generate drift and modal mass reports ready for version-to-version comparison.

ORGANIZATION

Use structured folders (Base, SLB Walls, etc.) to clearly manage project versions.

5-STEP WORKFLOW

1. CONNECT

Activate the ETABS API and open your model.

2. ADD SLBS

Insert SLB properties as link types.

3. DRAW

Place devices on chevrons, walls, and spandrels.

4. ASSIGN & ANALYZE

Select the direct or indirect method and run the analysis.

5. REPORT

Generate reports and compare them with other versions.

INSTANT DOWNLOAD

Install the ZIP file and start using the plugin right away.

Download plugin (.zip) User Manual (PDF)

REQUIREMENTS

ETABS with API enabled.
Load cases and combinations defined.
Write permissions in the project folder.

INCLUDES

Drawing and assignment of SLB devices.
Direct and indirect methods.
Drift and modal mass reports.

QUICK DOCUMENTATION

SLB Links: device properties assigned per element.
Target d/c: demand/capacity ratio range.
K1 / K1 min: initial and minimum stiffness values.
Comparator: drift and modal mass comparison between versions.

FAQ

NOT CONNECTING TO ETABS?

Check that the API is active. If it fails, use the static helper.

PARTIAL ASSIGNMENT?

Yes. Use the active selection in ETABS.

D/C RANGE?

Define it in the Direct Method panel before iterating.

QUANTITY COMPARATOR?

Currently supports drift and modal mass; quantities coming soon.

POLITICS

RRSS

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