Apr 18 - Tekla Structures 13 Released

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Tekla Structures 13 Released

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ESPOO, Finland, April 18, 2007 - Tekla Corporation launches its annual main version of Tekla Structures building information modeling (BIM) software. Tekla Structures 13 is published and demonstrated in the North American Steel Construction Conference (NASCC) in New Orleans, US, and the Scandbuild building and construction exhibition in Copenhagen, Denmark.

"To follow our users' wishes, we have concentrated on improving the existing functionality in the software," says Ragnar Wessman, Director of Tekla Structures Product Management at Tekla Building & Construction. "With Tekla Structures 13, users can concentrate more on the business instead of spending time mastering their software tool."

Tekla Structures 13 is easier to learn and use than before, including, for example, an automatic user feedback mechanism and enhanced, more informative on-screen tooltips. Modeling tools as well as ready-for-use structural components have been added and improved, and program output, such as drawings and reports needed in building and construction, have been enhanced and further customized. Utilization of the structural 3D model and reference models in building and construction projects is now more effective.

"To better serve our customers and to increase efficiency in releasing quality versions of Tekla Structures, we have also decided to streamline our release policy," Wessman adds. "Starting with this version 13.0, Tekla will move from releasing three versions to releasing two versions per year: one main and one intermediate release of the software. Moreover, Tekla Structures software just received the IFC 2X3 certification, which means that Tekla is able to produce high-quality interfaces with other important industry software. Tekla supports .NET technology and the new Windows Vista operating system," he reminds.

Says Risto Räty, Executive Vice President of Tekla Building & Construction: "Version 13 is a clear indication of our company values, especially of our zest for being the innovative pioneer and always creating the most advanced solutions."

Tekla Structures 13 campaign site and beta tester quotes at www.tekla.com.

Tekla Structures

Tekla Structures software is a BIM tool that streamlines the delivery process of design, detailing, manufacturing, and construction organizations. While integrating openly with architectural models, its strength lies in the contractor end of the process. Thousands of Tekla Structures software users in more than 80 countries have successfully delivered BIM-based projects around the world.

Tekla Structures' ability to process extensive amounts of data enables creating detailed 3D models that apply to every stage of design and construction. From planning and design development through to fabrication and installation, Tekla models naturally develop in parallel, representing the "as-built" condition of a building. Tekla Structures effectively integrates into any best-of-breed software-driven workflow, while maintaining the highest levels of data integrity and accuracy. Such collaborative workflows are the key to minimizing errors and maximizing efficiency, resulting in high profitability and on-time project completion. Tekla Structures encompasses specialized configurations for structural engineers, steel detailers and fabricators, precast concrete detailers and manufacturers, as well as contractors.

Tekla Corporation

Tekla is a leading international software company whose innovative software solutions make customers' core businesses more effective in building and construction, energy distribution and municipalities. The company's model-based software products and related services are used in more than 80 countries. Tekla Group's net sales for 2006 amounted to nearly 50 million euros. At the moment, international operations account for 75% of net sales. Tekla has area offices in 12 countries: headquarters in Espoo, Finland, and offices in Sweden, Denmark, Germany, the UK, France, the US, Japan, Malaysia, China, India and the UAE. In addition, Tekla has a worldwide partner network. Tekla was established in 1966 and is one of the oldest software companies in Finland. Additional information on Tekla at www.tekla.com.

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