Summary
Defining the correct base material temperature ensures that PROFIS Engineering applies the appropriate short term and long term temperature conditions, allowing for accurate performance calculations.
Prerequisites
Make sure you:
- Are logged in to your PROFIS Engineering account
- Have opened the Shear strengthening module
If needed, refer to the article How to access the Shear strengthening module in PROFIS Engineering.
Step-by-step instructions
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Open the Base material tab
In your Shear strengthening design workspace, open the Base material tab on the left-hand side of the screen. -
Define Temperature
Navigate to Temperature. Here you can type in the temperature values or use the “+ / –” controls to increase or decrease them.Note:
- Short term temperature represents the highest temperature the concrete may experience for brief periods.
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Long term temperature represents the typical, sustained temperature condition of the concrete over time, such as seasonal averages or consistently heated/cooled environments.
Tip
Define both temperature ranges carefully. These are service temperatures, not the concrete temperature at installation. This ensures your design reflects expected service-life conditions accurately by using corresponding bond strength values in the design.