Tekla Structures
Tekla Structures is Trimble structural BIM software for steel, concrete, timber, and rebar that links modeling, detailing, fabrication data, and drawings so engineers, detailers, and fabricators share one constructible model.
Tekla Structures focuses on structural workflows end to end: LOD-ready 3D members, connections, reinforcement, and drawings that fabricators and erectors can act on. Trimble positions the product for structural engineers, detailers, fabricators, contractors, and project managers who need one environment for modeling and deliverables (Trimble, 2026).
Material coverage spans structural steel, cast-in-place and precast concrete, rebar, and timber systems common in building and industrial work. Teams export CNC, MIS, and reporting outputs tied to the same objects the engineer signed off, which reduces transcription errors between design intent and shop floor (Trimble, 2026).
Collaboration flows through Trimble Connect and partner integrations so models, issues, and RFIs stay aligned with field reality. Licensing and trial options vary by region; use the Tekla download and pricing pages for your country before you commit server and training plans (Trimble, 2026).
Recent releases emphasize cloud-connected services, drawing production, and assistive tooling; read the release notes for your year version because feature packaging changes between annual versions.
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Pros
- Deep toolset for structural steel and concrete deliverables in one model.
- Strong fabrication and erection focus compared with general architectural BIM suites.
- Backed by Trimble with a long Tekla release cadence and training ecosystem.
Cons
- Windows desktop application with serious hardware expectations for large jobs.
- Licensing and regional packaging require sales conversations for many firms.
Key features
Steel and concrete modeling: Model structural systems with fabrication-ready detail for connections, plates, and anchors.
Reinforcement and precast: Detail rebar and precast units with tools tuned to construction sequencing.
Drawings and reports: Generate GA, assembly, and shop drawings with links back to the 3D objects they describe.
Fabrication outputs: Produce machine and MIS exports where your subcontractors expect them.
Trimble ecosystem: Coordinate with Trimble Connect and related field tools for site communication.