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06 Mar

Software Tips, Technical, Troubleshooting

Why does MASS use unreinforced analysis for a design with reinforcement?

January 6, 2021
Posted by Brad Crumb

Adding steel to a wall design does not necessarily mean that the steel is being used. This article covers the basics on how to avoid a...

12 Jan

Software Tips, Technical, Troubleshooting

How to use MASS to Design Walls that Span Horizontally

January 11, 2021
Posted by Brad Crumb

Getting the most out of MASS is easy once you understand how to model your design within the software This article originall...

01 Sep

Licensing, Troubleshooting

Offline Activation: How to start using MASS without an internet connection

January 6, 2021
Posted by Brad Crumb

If you have a purchased or renewed license but don't have access to internet, offline activation is what you will need to start designi...

31 Aug

Licensing, Troubleshooting

Help! Online Activation is not working

January 6, 2021
Posted by Brad Crumb

While it should be simple and straightforward, for some reason, MASS just refuses to activate. Follow these steps to get your license a...

25 May

Licensing

Clearing up the Confusion around MASS Licenses

January 6, 2021
Posted by Brad Crumb

Helping you find the answers to your MASS licensing questions quickly and easily! Each year around this time, hundreds of calls and em...

25 May

Licensing

MASS License Purchases and Renewals: What’s the difference and which is best for me?

January 6, 2021
Posted by Luisa Carrillo

How to get up and running with the MASS software, what difference between license purchases and renewals, and how you can save the most...

28 Apr

Troubleshooting

Why your MASS installer is opening as a text file

January 5, 2021
Posted by Brad Crumb

This article originally was featured on the MASS Software Blog, formerly hosted on the software section of the Canada Masonry Design Ce...

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