Free Truss Analysis Calculator

Welcome to the free truss analysis tool for quick and efficient truss calculations. Easily analyze a wide range of common truss styles – including Pratt, Howe, and Scissor trusses – or even any custom truss. Whether you need to design adeterminate or indeterminate truss, we offer free versatility like no other with the powerful and accurate software behind Efficalc. This tool is designed to both save you time and improve the reliability of your designs.

How to analyze and design your truss

• Step 1: Geometry Input and Analysis: Begin by setting your truss geometry with our user-friendly interface for the common truss shapes or your own custom design. Once ready, click on "Calculate Forces" for instant and accurate analysis of member demands and node displacements.


• Step 2: Detailed Calculations: After the analysis is complete, you can view and print a detailed calculation report for your truss. These comprehensive reports serve as a valuable resource for design review and provide professional documentation of your truss analysis.


• Step 3: Save and Share: When your truss is complete, simply copy the URL and save it for later or share it with colleagues.


• Step 4: Design Members: For automatic, instant, and optimized member design, visit our advanced design tool. This brand new extension to the truss analysis tool will automatically calculate the most efficient member sizes for your truss. As always, it comes complete with a detailed calculation report for your review and records.


• Step 5: Design Connections and More: For all other design calculations, visit efficalc.com. This innovative platform allows you to write your own calculations for anything and then immediately turns your equations into an optimized design interface and submittal-ready calculation report.

We value your feedback and are always looking for ways to enhance our tools. Reach out to us at encompapp.com anytime!