PGSuper Custom DOT Configurations

PGSuper's default installation includes optimized configurations for WSDOT, TxDOT and AASHTO/PCI. But, we think it's time to do more...

PGSuper’s flexible library and template system allows you to configure and share PGSuper for virtually any Department of Transportation (DOT), agency or precast producer. Configurations put predefined girder sections, standards, and design policies just a few mouse clicks away.

At BridgeSight, we make PGSuper easier. This page lists available PGSuper library and template configurations that help get your job done faster.

Available Agency Configurations

Click on the agency name below for more information and set up instructions.

Titlesort descending Description Provider
AASHTO/PCI Girders Standard AASHTO-PCI girder shapes with generic AASHTO LRFD configuration WSDOT
CalTrans Beam shapes and LRFD configuration for CalTrans PGSuper Professional
Colorado Beam shapes and LRFD configuration for Colorado DOT PGSuper Professional
Florida DOT Beam shapes and LRFD configuration for Florida DOT PGSuper Professional
Northeast PCI Beams Beam shapes from PCI Northeast with a generic AASHTO LRFD configuration PGSuper Professional
Oregon DOT Beam shapes and LRFD configuration for ODOT PGSuper Professional
Tennessee DOT Beam shapes and LRFD configuration for TDOT PGSuper Professional
TxDOT Official library and templates developed at TxDOT TxDOT
WSDOT Official library and templates developed at WSDOT WSDOT

FAQ

What Is a PGSuper Configuration?

When a new project is created from a well-designed custom configuration, nearly all input data is predefined. Designers often only need to input the correct bridge geometry and proceed directly to final girder design. Our Beginning Tutorial  demonstrates how TxDOT uses template files to quickly create girder designs.

A PGSuper configuration consists of two parts: the master library and template files. The master library allows input and storage of design parameters to be shared with other PGSuper users. Design templates provide a starting place for creating new project files, and are linked to their
associated master library.

Can I Use PGSuper for My Agency?

PGSuper's flexible parametric library should support any agency that uses the AASHTO LRFD Bridge Design Specifications. But, if a custom configuration is not available, you will end up inputting much of the data by hand.

Where is a Custom Configuration for My Agency?

PGSuper comes preconfigured with girder shapes and design specifications for AASHTO, WSDOT and TxDOT; and PGSuper Professional  includes a growing list of configurations in the table above. The Professional configurations are for PGSuper Professional customers only. 

If your agency requirements are different, you can configure a new custom configuration in a modest amount of time, or you can have BridgeSight Inc. help develop and host the library for you.

How Do I Set Up PGSuper to Use the Configurations?

The Professional configurations hosted here at PGSuper.com are built in to PGSuper Professional and selected by default at program start up. If you are a PGSuper Pro user, simply follow these steps

 ♦  Start the PGSuper Professional Program
 ♦  From the Main Menu, select "File|Configure PGSuper"
 ♦  Select "PGSuper Professional" as the server
 ♦  Choose the configuration for the desired Agency
 ♦  Click Update
 ♦  Start a new project using your desired beam type

For configurations hosted elsewhere, refer to individual agency pages for detailed set up instructions.

Can I Use PGSuper Professional Configurations with the Free Version of PGSuper?

No, the library files are stored in a proprietary format. Use of the libraries is restricted to licensed PGSuper Professional users only.