iBeams Pro 4+

I just stumbled upon this app today and it seemed like a handy structural engineering tool. It took a little tweaking to get it set up for my typical calculations (s.i. units, plf loads, etc), but once I did, I was off an running. Prior to buying this app, I've been using a 1990's version of FrameMac running under Classic on an old Mac. iBeamsPro will be a great help and will preclude the need to start up the old computer. It will take further time to input my typical beam sizes and materials, but I can live with that for now. In the future, it would be nice to be able to import a text file containing section properties for standard timber and steel sizes.

I originally reviewed this app in 2018, so I figured I’d give an update. The app has received occasional updates over the years, and remains a simple, easy to use beam analysis tool. It’s a regular part of my structural engineering work flow and I really appreciate the fact that exists. I’d had to have to launch Windows (via BootCamp) to access something similar on the dark side.

I have been using iBeams Pro for several years now and what has impressed me most is the responsiveness of the developer. This is a nice, simple application that does the job very well and saves a ton of time for calculating indeterminate beams.

After being a long-time user of Dr Beam Pro for OS9, a similar application for OSX is welcome! iBeam Pro is easy to use and edit. Applying loads and getting results are a snap! I had a few comments about the app that I forwarded to the developer. He responded quickly and indicated that my suggestions would be incorporated in future releases. Can't beat that! Very well done!