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Dipl.-Ing. Marco Nikoleizig
2026-02-24

Bolted Splice Joint on I-Beam Part 2/2

In the Steel Joints add-on, I want to use the “Splice plate” component to model a splice connection. However, I get error messages.
What am I doing wrong?

Answer:

The "Splice plate" component requires separate member ends for its correct definition. If the member is separated by a node of type 'Standard', these two member ends must not be defined as type 'Continuous' in the add-on on the 'Members' tab, because otherwise the 'Splice plate' component does not detect the second connected member. It is correct to set the type to 'Member end'.

The second connected member is not recognized in the “Splice Plate” component.
FAQ 5778 | The second connected member is not recognized in the “Splice Plate” component. Reason: Member was defined as “Continuous”.

This type of joint cannot be defined at a node of type 'On member' (blue nodes) because the member is not divided or separated by this node type. Thus, the 'Splice plate' component does not detect the second connected member.

Incorrect definition of the “splice plate” member component by using the “On member” node type.
FAQ 5778 | Incorrect Definition of Member for “Splice Plate” Component Due to Using Node Type “On Member”
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FAQ 5778 | Associated RFEM 6 Model

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FAQ 5776 | "Bolted Splice Joint on I-Beam Part 1/2"
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Marco handles technical inquiries about the software in Customer Support. He reliably familiarizes himself with new topics and develops structured solutions.

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