I decided to use the new concrete-to-concrete module and I do not understand the results I am getting which appear to state the condition I am showing as being "NOT OK". I created both a concrete pier condition in the concrete-to-concrete module and a typical anchoring-to-concrete base plate condition to compare the two. This appears to work in the anchoring-to-concrete condition but not the concrete-to-concrete. I noticed that even when I reduced my load to 500lbs the concrete-to-concrete was still saying it was "NOT OK". I just want to make sure I understand the information it is telling me as this condition appears to be acceptable, or near acceptable. Thanks.
Hi Ryan,
The Anchoring-to-Concrete module and Concrete-to-Concrete module in PROFIS Engineering will evaluate designs differently. For more information related to designing for yield using anchoring-to-concrete provisions in the Concrete-to-Concrete module, please see this AskHilti article. Ultimately, it will be up to engineering judgement to decide which report results to reference for your design.
For additional assistance, please reach out to hnatechnicalservices@hilti.com with a copy of your ".pe" design file.
Regards,
Matthew