Section classification (Composite beams: BS 5950)

Tekla Structural Designer
Modified: 3 Oct 2019
2025
Tekla Structural Designer

Section classification (Composite beams: BS 5950)

Cross-section classification is determined using Table 11 and clause 3.5.

The classification of the section must be Plastic (Class 1), Compact (Class 2) or Semi-compact (Class 3).

Sections which are classified as Slender (Class 4) are beyond the scope of Tekla Structural Designer.

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