Summary
Upon logging into PROFIS Engineering module, the 3D model is displayed centrally within the workspace. The left panel is designated for entering design inputs, the bottom panel facilitates the management of load combinations, and the right panel presents results, notifications, and options for generating design reports, specification texts, as well as basic import/export functionalities.
Prerequisites
Make sure you are logged in to your PROFIS Engineering account and have opened the Post-installed rebar module. If you need help accessing the module, click here for step‑by‑step instructions.
Overview of the interface
Left-hand panel (design inputs)
Home button
Returns you to PROFIS Engineering home page.
My favorite inputs
Save and access commonly used design inputs.
Application
Select connection and application type as well as control rotation of 3D model.
Concrete member
Enter information related to concrete grade, temperature, installation conditions and surface treatment.
Existing reinforcement
Specify material information, longitudinal and transverse reinforcement details.
Product
Enter product and longitudinal reinforcement details.
Load/calculation type
Select load type, design method, shear design options and define reinforcement limits.
Bottom panel (Load combinations)
Use this panel to input, edit, and manage load combinations acting on the connection.
Right-hand panel (Results, reports & utilities)
Export
Export your design in a variety of formats.
Duplicate
Create duplicate copy of your design file.
Importing existing file
Import existing PROFIS Engineering design files.
Design method
Expand to view maximum drilling lengths based on varius design methods avaiable for your application
Rebar loads
Expand to view loads acting on rebar.
Lap length / anchorage length/ drilling length
Expand to view lap & drilling length in case of Lap splice connection type or anchorage & drilling length in case of End anchorage connection type. Depending on the chosen design method, additional verifications may be displayed.
Notifications
View design tips, watchouts and system messages.
Top panel (Settings & tools)
Settings
Modify design method, units and safety factors.
Save as template
Save your current design as a reusable template.
Support
Send feedback or access Hilti support resources.
Learn
Explore Hilti's training and learning materials.
Updates
View the latest PROFIS Engineering software release notes.
Profile
View your profile, manage your account, view legal documents and sign out.
Central panel (3D view)
The 3D model of your design is displayed in this area. You can adjust the view, modify geometry, apply loads, and select products directly within the 3D environment.
Reset camera
Return the model to the default viewing position.
Undo
Reverse the previous action.
Redo
Reapply the last undone action.
Zoom to fit
Automatically fit the entire model within the screen.
3D editor
Switch to 3D editor view.
2D editor
Switch to 2D editor view.
Product selector
Select product type, size, rebar grade and view product approval information.
Sustainability
View CO2 emissions.
Collapse menu
Collapse or expand the left-hand, right-hand or bottom panel for more workspace visibility.
Zoom
Zoom in or out of the 3D model.