CONSTRUCTIBLE STRUCTURAL BIM SOFTWARE

Tekla Structures

Constructible structural BIM for steel, concrete, precast and rebar.

Create, combine, manage and share accurate, information-rich 3D models that improve coordination, detailing, fabrication and construction outcomes. Tekla Structures helps teams work with greater clarity, fewer surprises and better control from early design through project delivery.

Why Tekla Structures?

Tekla Structures is built for teams who need models that do more than look good. It helps you produce accurate, buildable, information-rich models that support coordination, documentation, fabrication, planning and site delivery. Instead of working with disconnected files and repeated manual updates, you can work from a model that drives clearer communication and more dependable outcomes.

Constructible by design

Model with the level of detail needed to support real project decisions, better documentation and fewer costly surprises later.

Information that stays useful

Use model-based information for drawings, reports, schedules, coordination and downstream workflows.

Open and connected workflows

Share, link and exchange model data with other project parties, software tools and fabrication processes more effectively.

Multi-material flexibility

Work across steel, concrete, precast and reinforcement in one structural BIM environment.

Practical collaboration

Support teams across design, detailing, fabrication and construction with more reliable data and better alignment.

Tekla Structures for your workflow

Tekla Structures supports a wide range of structural workflows. Whether your work is driven by design, detailing, production, coordination or construction, the software helps you work with better information and less rework.

Create constructible steel models, produce model-linked fabrication information, and support smoother coordination between detailing, fabrication and erection. Tekla Structures helps keep drawings, reports and production information aligned as projects change.

Detail reinforcement in 3D for projects of any scale or complexity, generate documentation directly from the model, and communicate reinforcement intent more clearly from office to site.

Reduce manufacturing surprises with accurate constructible models, better production information and clearer communication between detailing, production and installation teams.

Work at the level of detail that suits each project stage, coordinate more effectively with other disciplines, and communicate design intent with greater confidence.

Model pours, reinforcement, embeds, temporary works and formwork with better visibility into quantities, sequencing and project status. Use richer project information to support planning, coordination and delivery.

Coordinate structural scope with plant and process design more effectively, reduce clashes and late changes, and explore alternatives virtually before work reaches site.

Connected workflows, not isolated models

Tekla Structures supports a practical, open approach to collaboration. Exchange information with other project parties, reference models, fabrication systems and connected construction tools more effectively.

Reliable interoperability helps teams reuse model data, reduce manual re-entry and keep the right information moving to the right people at the right time.

From office coordination to fabrication and site delivery, better data flow means fewer misunderstandings, faster decisions and more confidence in what gets built.

Reuse model data

Reduce manual re-entry and keep downstream teams aligned.

Support open collaboration

Share the right information with the right people at the right time.

Improve office-to-site confidence

Better data flow means faster decisions and fewer misunderstandings.

From concept to construction and beyond

Tekla Structures supports structural workflows across the full project lifecycle. Work at the level of detail that suits the project phase and your role, from early design and coordination through detailed modelling, documentation, fabrication support and construction delivery. The earlier a project is developed in Tekla Structures, the more value teams can unlock through clearer information, better coordination and more informed decisions.

Early design and coordination

Detailed modelling and documentation

Fabrication support

Construction delivery

What’s new in the latest Tekla Structures release

The latest Tekla Structures release focuses on cloud-powered productivity, faster drawing and design workflows, and more intelligent data exchange between office and site. Highlights include improved AI-assisted drawing workflows, cloud-based project settings management, stronger connected data through Trimble Connect, and better support for working across project phases with less rework.

Cloud-powered productivity

Improve AI-assisted drawing and project setup workflows.

Faster drawing and design work

Reduce rework and move between model and documentation more efficiently.

Connected data between office and site

Work with stronger information flow through connected Trimble ecosystems.

Flexible configuration options

Tekla Structures is available in three material-independent configuration options, so you can choose the level that best fits your role and workflow. All subscriptions include Trimble Connect Business Premium and Tekla Model Sharing.

Tekla Structures Carbon

For users who need to open and review models, generate reports, track progress, manage project information and support coordination and planning activities.

Tekla Structures Graphite

For users who need to create and manage multi-material models for design purposes and produce general arrangement information, reports, schedules and related project documentation.

Tekla Structures Diamond

For users who need the full power of Tekla Structures for fully detailed multi-material modelling, detailing and fabrication-oriented workflows across the project lifecycle.

Cadex SA can help you choose the subscription that best suits your team.

Why work with Cadex SA?

Choosing software is only part of the decision. Cadex SA helps South African users get more value from Tekla Structures through local guidance, practical implementation support, training, licensing advice and environment expertise. Whether you are starting out, expanding your usage, or reviewing the best subscription path for your business, Cadex SA can help you move forward with greater confidence.

Cadex SA will help ensure you and your team are able to deliver your projects the way both you and your clients would like them delivered.

Local support

Practical help from a experienced South African team with that understands your market and workflows.

Training and onboarding

Help your team adopt Tekla Structures more confidently and productively.

Licensing guidance

Choose the right subscription and configuration for your users and business needs.

Environment expertise

Benefit from Cadex SA’s experience in settings, workflows and implementation support.

Start your next project with Tekla Structures

Bring your structural workflows together with more accurate models, better coordination and clearer construction information. Whether you work in steel, concrete, precast or rebar, Tekla Structures helps teams make better decisions and deliver with greater confidence.

Frequently asked questions

Tekla Structures is structural BIM software used to create, manage and share accurate, information-rich 3D models for steel, concrete, precast and reinforcement workflows.

It is used by structural engineers, designers, detailers, fabricators, contractors and project teams who need constructible models, dependable documentation and better coordination across project stages.

Tekla Structures is available as Carbon, Graphite and Diamond subscriptions. Diamond provides full functionality, while Graphite and Carbon support more specific workflow needs.

All Tekla Structures subscriptions include Trimble Connect Business Premium and Tekla Model Sharing.

Yes. Cadex SA can help you assess your workflow, compare subscription options and choose the best fit for your business.

Visit our Tekla Structures 2026 page for the latest release highlights, improvements and update information.

Latest updates & service Packs

Need help choosing?

Talk to Cadex SA about the right Tekla Structures subscription, configuration, implementation path and support approach for your team.

Training and support

Get help with onboarding, local guidance and practical advice to help your team work more effectively with Tekla Structures.

Get in touch

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