Structural Engineering in Romania: Enhanced Design Coordination with ProtaStructure

Structural engineering in Romania follows key building codes, including the Eurocode series (EN 1990–1999), P100/2013 for seismic design, NP 082, NP 051, and the national annexes. Antrepriza Proiect, founded in 2019, provides structural design services for civil, industrial, and agricultural projects. The company focuses on modern tools and simple workflows to deliver fast, accurate, and cost-effective work.

Introduction

Antrepriza Proiect was created in 2019 to support a wide range of structural projects. Since that time, the team has adopted new software tools that make the design process easier to manage. As a result, the company can complete complex tasks with greater speed and clarity. This approach also helps improve coordination and overall project quality.

Discovery of ProtaStructure

The team began using ProtaStructure Suite in 2021. At that point, they needed a platform that would reduce long drafting and detailing hours. In addition, they wanted a full 3D environment that included modeling, analysis, reinforcement, and documentation in one place.

What impressed them most was the easy-to-use interface, along with the clear reinforcement tools. Moreover, the fast generation of formwork drawings and IFC models made coordination with other teams much smoother. These features also helped create a more organized workflow.

Useful Features

ProtaStructure Suite supports daily work through several helpful features. For example:

• Fast and simple 3D modeling that lowers the chance of errors

• Clear 3D visuals that help explain complex structures

• Quick formwork plans that improve documentation

• Parametric reinforcement tools aligned with Eurocode and P100/2013

• Automated quantity take-offs for faster preparation

• Automated drawing creation for consistent and reliable outputs

In addition, the software is used on many types of projects, including residential buildings, aparthotels, office buildings, and industrial halls. It also supports every stage from early concept models to final reinforcement detailing.

Project Case Study: Water Utility Headquarters – Oradea

One of the company’s major projects is the Water Company Headquarters in Oradea. It includes several buildings with different structural and foundation systems. Throughout this work, ProtaStructure made it easier to create a clear and coordinated structural model.

Structural Scope of the Project

The entire complex includes three main structures, each designed with its own structural approach.

Administrative Block

• The foundation uses isolated elastic footings.

• Reinforced concrete spatial frames form the superstructure.

• The floor system follows an RC beam-and-slab layout.

 

Operations Block

• The foundation combines elastic footings with rigid isolated supports.

• The building uses reinforced concrete spatial frames.

• RC slabs with closely spaced ribs provide better structural performance.

 

Technical Services Block

• Foundation beams transfer loads to isolated supports.

• The upper structure consists of reinforced concrete spatial frames.

• Floors use an RC beam-and-slab system.

How ProtaStructure Helped Throughout the Project

ProtaStructure improved the workflow in several ways. First, the 3D model made it simple to review structural shapes and make quick adjustments. In addition, IFC exports supported smoother coordination with architects and MEP teams.

Furthermore, the parametric reinforcement tools helped reduce detailing time for key elements such as columns, beams, and slabs. As a result, the automated formwork and quantity reports shortened documentation time and ensured a consistent output across all buildings. Therefore, the software supported an accurate, fast, and well-coordinated design process from start to finish.

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