Problem Description

Snow loads are applied incorrectly to two-way decks in RAM Concrete. All models with snow drift on two-way decks and analyzed in RAM Concrete are affected. Design of concrete beams, column, and foundations in those models are also affected if the gravity forces come from RAM Concrete.

Reason

The program uses the smallest drift magnitude over the entire drift polygon rather than using the three drift magnitudes that define the drift plane.

Solution

This issue is under review. The snow drift loads are processed correctly in RAM Frame. Converting gravity members to frame members and designing with force results from RAM Frame is a possible work around.