Light Gauge Steel Design

Easy Truss Shapes: &nbsp;Select a truss from the 3D layout or upload any truss shape.
Instant Design: &nbsp;The steel truss calculator performs all of the design checks required by code.
Refine & Export: &nbsp;Make adjustments to spacing, section size or add strengthening to get a working design.
Calculations Ready: &nbsp;Download a comprehensive calculation report for the whole roof.

What Sets LGSToolkit Apart


	Simple and Intuitive: LGSToolkit.com empowers users of all experience levels to design their own LGS trusses.
	Comprehensive Features: Everything you need including loading, wind, section sizes, cantilevers, supports, spacing and more.
	Full Roof: View the full roof layout in 3D and download a comprehensive code compliant design report.

Roof Shape & Truss Layout

Simply draw a building outline to get a fully automated roof and truss layout. Trace over a PDF or CAD background if desired.

How it Works


Easy Truss Shapes: Select a truss from the 3D layout or upload any truss shape. Instant Design: The steel truss calculator performs all of the design checks required by code. Refine & Export: Make adjustments to spacing, section size or add strengthening to get a working design. Calculations Ready: Download a comprehensive calculation report for the whole roof.

How We Compare

LGSToolkit is an easier alternative to complex programs like FrameCAD or Vertex.

It also offers complete truss design rather than the single member checks of CFS14, SkyCiv or LIMSTEEL.