
Calculate wind, snow, and seismic loads by location using global codes like ASCE 7, EN 1991, NBCC, and more—fully cloud-based and interactive.
Vendor
SkyCiv
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SkyCiv Wind Load Calculator is a free, cloud-based tool that enables engineers to calculate wind, snow, and seismic loads based on global building codes. It supports ASCE 7-10/16/22, EN 1991, NBCC 2015/2020, AS/NZS 1170, IS 875, NSCP 2015, CTE DB SE-AE, and CFE Viento. The calculator determines wind speeds, pressures, and forces by location and allows users to input building-specific parameters to generate accurate load values. This tool is ideal for structural engineers needing quick, code-compliant environmental load calculations. It integrates with SkyCiv Structural 3D, allowing users to apply calculated loads directly to their models.
Features
- Global Code Support:
- ASCE 7-10/16/22 (USA)
- EN 1991 (Europe)
- NBCC 2015/2020 (Canada)
- AS/NZS 1170 (Australia/New Zealand)
- IS 875 (India)
- NSCP 2015 (Philippines)
- CTE DB SE-AE (Spain)
- CFE Viento (Mexico)
- Wind Load Calculation:
- Wind speed and pressure by location (zip code, coordinates, or address)
- Uplift, leeward, windward, and roof force calculations
- Auto-adjusts with model changes in Structural 3D
- Snow Load Calculation:
- Balanced and unbalanced snow loads
- Based on roof profile and regional codes
- Seismic Load Calculation:
- Base shear using Equivalent Static Force method
- Design response spectrum generation
- Interactive Interface:
- Wind and snow maps
- Terrain and elevation factor inputs
- Building type and cladding customization
- Reporting:
- Full calculation reports with code references
- Transparent assumptions and step-by-step breakdowns
- Integration:
- Apply loads directly to SkyCiv Structural 3D models
- Auto-calculate tributary widths and distributed loads
Benefits
- Accuracy: Code-compliant calculations for multiple regions.
- Efficiency: Instant results with minimal input.
- Transparency: Full reports with detailed calculations.
- Integration: Seamless with SkyCiv Structural 3D.
- Accessibility: Fully online—no installation required.
- Scalability: Upgrade for unlimited searches and full building type access.
- Visualization: Interactive maps and graphical outputs.