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Beam design for builders who need to keep moving

Start a beam design with a local engineer.

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The fastest route to a beam design.

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Answer a few questions about your project. Clearspan will check a preliminary design and hand it off to your engineer, so they can get started without the usual phone tag and back-and-forth.

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Beam Span

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Preliminary Design

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Compare beam sizes and materials and select your preference. Posts or supporting stud sizes can also be estimated.

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Confirm Design

Review the passing sizes, pick the one you want, then send it for engineer review.

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Engineering

Your Engineer Completes the Design.

Connect with a local licensed Engineer who reviews your project, sends a proposal, and delivers stamped design deliverables. Track every stage from your dashboard and download documents the moment they are issued.

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  • Structural Calculations.pdfStamped · 8 pages
  • Framing Plan.pdfStamped · 2 pages
  • Design Memo.pdfStamped · 1 page

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Submitting your project is free. You pay your engineer directly, like any other project.

  • Instant preliminary beam sizing
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  • Dashboard to track engineering status
  • Quick e-sign proposal workflow

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