Durability software

Optimization of a sheet pile solution

Optimize Sheet Pile Design with Durability Software 

Durability is a free, intuitive software that optimizes steel sheet pile designs by assessing durability and service life. It supports Eurocode 3 – Part 5 (EC 3-5) and Allowable Stress Design (ASD) methods. Users input load parameters, and the software promptly offers a range of suitable solutions. The latest version, Durability 4.1, features new modules for Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) and anchor and anchor plate design, enhancing load transmission efficiency to sheet piles.

Release notes - v 4.2 (October 5th 2024)
•  Correction in geometry consideration for Anchor Plate design.
•  New import functionality: Ability to import normal force data along the sheet pile from Excel.
•  Updated LCA module: Now compliant with ISO 14025:2006 and EN 15804:2012+A2:2019/AC:2021 standards (EPDs and calculation methodology).
•  User interface improvements for a smoother experience.
•  Bug fixes and database updates to improve stability and performance.

Durability Part A User manual
LCA tab
Results tab
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Key Features: 

  • Select steel thickness loss and reduction factors per EN 1993-5 standards.
  • Limit choices by sheet pile range, steel grade, or tie-rod manufacturer.
  • Simulate various design scenarios and adjust end-of-life options in the LCA module, a unique feature among LCA software.