Represent complex structural systems.
Build analytical models with frame, plate, shell and finite-element idealisations appropriate to the structure and the questions the engineer needs to answer.
Structural engineering software
Bentley STAAD.Pro
STAAD.Pro
Structural Analysis & Design Software in the UK
Model, analyse and design structures in one connected workflow. STAAD.Pro supports finite-element analysis, code-based steel and concrete design, real engineering load cases and automation through OpenSTAAD.
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UKSTAAD.Pro starts fromFrom £871
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013D structural analysis02Finite-element modelling03Steel & concrete design04Wind & seismic analysis05OpenSTAAD automation
Why engineers use STAAD.Pro
Structural analysis from concept to code-based design.
STAAD.Pro brings modelling, analysis, design verification and result review into a structural engineering environment suited to buildings, industrial facilities, bridges and other infrastructure.
Test real engineering load conditions.
Evaluate static, dynamic, wind, seismic, moving-load and other structural actions, with additional advanced analysis methods available across the STAAD portfolio.
Check members against design standards.
Move from analysis results into code-based steel and concrete design workflows while keeping engineering decisions tied to the analytical model.
STAAD.Pro software in the UK
STAAD.Pro licensing, implementation and engineering support for UK teams.
CTtec supports structural engineering teams in the UK evaluating STAAD.Pro for analysis, code-based design, project delivery and repeatable automation workflows.
Compare editions, review indicative UK pricing, plan implementation and enablement, and scope OpenSTAAD automation around reporting, QA and internal engineering systems.
01UK pricing and licensing guidance
02STAAD.Pro, Advanced and WorkSuite selection
03Implementation and workflow standardisation
04Training and OpenSTAAD automation
Applications
Built for more than buildings.
Use the same structural-analysis environment across a wide range of project types, then connect specialist applications where deeper design or detailing is required.
Commercial buildingsFrames, floors and multi-storey structures
Industrial structuresPipe racks, platforms and equipment support
BridgesStructural systems exposed to moving loads
TowersWind-sensitive and slender structures
PlantsSteel and concrete infrastructure
StadiumsLong spans and complex framing
Marine structuresStructural analysis for demanding environmentsTechnical capability explorer
Move through the structural workflow without losing engineering context.
Explore the main capability groups below. Exact methods and specialist functions vary by STAAD.Pro, STAAD.Pro Advanced and Structural WorkSuite.
Physical model to analytical model
Keep design intent connected to structural behaviour.
STAAD.Pro supports workflows where engineers move between structural geometry, analytical idealisation, loading, results and design verification rather than treating each stage as a disconnected task.
- Model geometry and member connectivity
- Review forces, displacements and structural response
- Iterate design decisions as project conditions change
- Connect specialist tools and downstream workflows
Choose the right edition
One STAAD family. Different levels of analysis and workflow depth.
CTtec can help determine whether a project team needs the standard STAAD.Pro environment, advanced analysis capabilities or the wider Structural WorkSuite portfolio.
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STAAD.Pro
UKBest for general structural-analysis and code-design workflows.
- 3D structural analysis and design
- Finite-element modelling
- Physical-to-analytical modelling workflows
- International design-code support
- OpenSTAAD API access
STAAD.Pro Advanced
UKFor complex projects that need deeper nonlinear and specialist analysis.
- Includes STAAD.Pro capabilities
- Nonlinear geometric and cable analysis
- Advanced dynamic / seismic workflows
- Additional analysis options for complex structures
- Extended concrete workflow capabilities
Structural WorkSuite
UKFor teams that need STAAD plus complementary RAM and structural applications.
- STAAD.Pro Advanced included
- STAAD Foundation Advanced
- RAM Structural System
- RAM Concept, RAM Elements and RAM Connection
- Connected structural-analysis portfolio
OpenSTAAD + CTtec custom API development
Automate the engineering work your team repeats every project.
OpenSTAAD exposes STAAD data and functions programmatically. CTtec can use that foundation to develop workflow-specific tools around your standards, checks, reports and business systems.
From analysis application to engineering platform.
Instead of copying results manually between models, spreadsheets and reports, teams can build repeatable automation around approved engineering logic.
- Automated model generation and modification
- Batch analysis and repetitive task automation
- Result extraction to Excel and custom applications
- Company-specific QA / checking tools
- Automated reports and design summaries
- Dashboards and integration with internal systems
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Why CTtec
Software selection backed by engineering understanding.
The objective is not simply to supply a license. CTtec can help structural teams select the appropriate STAAD configuration, implement repeatable workflows and extend the software around project or company requirements.
Choose the right product tier
Compare STAAD.Pro, Advanced and Structural WorkSuite against project type, analysis depth and the applications already used by your team.
Standardise working methods
Support for templates, modelling conventions, implementation planning and workflow adoption around engineering teams.
Develop around your standards
Use OpenSTAAD and related integrations to remove manual repetition from checking, reporting and data exchange.
Training and technical support
Role-based guidance for engineers adopting STAAD.Pro or moving into more advanced analysis and connected workflows.
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Frequently asked questions
STAAD.Pro questions engineers ask before they standardise.
These answers focus on product selection and workflow planning. For project-specific design decisions, discuss the requirements with a qualified structural engineer and the software specialist supporting your team.
What is STAAD.Pro used for?
STAAD.Pro is used for structural modelling, analysis and code-based design. Engineers use it to evaluate how structural systems respond to loads and to verify members against applicable design requirements.
Can STAAD.Pro be used for seismic analysis?
Yes. STAAD.Pro supports seismic-analysis workflows and dynamic methods used to evaluate structural response. More specialised or nonlinear requirements may influence whether STAAD.Pro Advanced or other applications are appropriate.
What is the difference between STAAD.Pro and STAAD.Pro Advanced?
STAAD.Pro covers the core structural-analysis and design workflow. STAAD.Pro Advanced extends that environment with additional capabilities for more complex analysis, including nonlinear and specialist methods.
What is Structural WorkSuite?
Structural WorkSuite combines STAAD.Pro Advanced with a wider set of structural applications, including foundation and RAM products, for teams that need broader analysis and design workflows under one portfolio.
What is OpenSTAAD?
OpenSTAAD is the API for STAAD. It enables scripts and external applications to access STAAD data and automate repeatable tasks such as model generation, results extraction, checking and reporting.
Can CTtec develop custom STAAD.Pro automation?
Yes. CTtec can scope custom OpenSTAAD-based tools for engineering automation, Excel integration, reporting, QA checks, dashboards and connections to internal systems.
Can STAAD.Pro design both steel and concrete structures?
STAAD.Pro supports structural analysis and code-based design workflows for steel and concrete. The exact checks and design capabilities available depend on the selected edition, applicable design code and the wider structural workflow required by the project.
What types of projects can STAAD.Pro be used for?
STAAD.Pro is used across commercial buildings, industrial structures, bridges, towers, plants, stadiums and marine structures. The appropriate modelling and analysis method depends on the structural system and project requirements.
Which STAAD edition should our engineering team choose?
STAAD.Pro suits core structural analysis and design workflows. STAAD.Pro Advanced is intended for teams that need deeper specialist or nonlinear analysis, while Structural WorkSuite combines STAAD with a broader portfolio of structural applications. CTtec can help compare the options against your project types and existing tools.
Can STAAD.Pro exchange data with Excel or internal engineering tools?
Yes. OpenSTAAD can be used to access STAAD data and functions programmatically, enabling result extraction, Excel-based workflows, automated checks, reports, dashboards and integrations with internal engineering systems.
How can I buy STAAD.Pro in the UK?
CTtec can assist UK engineering teams with STAAD.Pro product selection, pricing guidance, licensing, implementation, training and OpenSTAAD automation. Commercial transactions are completed through the CTtec sales process or the Bentley affiliate route when enabled.
Related structural software
Build the rest of the structural workflow around the analysis.
STAAD.Pro is one part of a larger structural ecosystem. These related applications can be evaluated as the CTtec product catalogue expands.
Start with the engineering requirement
Tell CTtec what your structural team needs to deliver.
We can help scope the software, licensing route, implementation and automation requirements before your team commits to a configuration.