May 2011

RC-Spreadsheets: v4a

Spreadsheets for concrete design to

BS EN 1992-1-1 2004 (and its UK National Annex 2005 incl AMD 1) and to
BS 8110: 1997 (Amd 4)
Folder contents:

Elements

Menu
Control and management of spreadsheets
Spreadsheets to BS EN 1992-1-1 (and UK NA)
Spreadsheets to BS8110
TCC11
RCC11
Element design
Element Design
TCC12
RCC12
Bending and Axial Force
Bending and Axial Force
TCC13
RCC13
Punching Shear
Punching Shear
TCC14
RCC14
Crack Width
Crack Width
TCC15
Axially loaded walls/slabs;

Analysis

TCC21
TCC22

Subframe analysis
FE Assistant

RCC21

Subframe Analysis

Slabs

TCC31
TCC31R
TCC32

One-way Solid Slabs (A & D)

Rigorous* One-way Solid Slabs
Ribbed slabs (A & D)

TCC33
TCC33X

Flat Slabs (A & D) (single bay)

Flat Slabs. Xls (whole floor)

RCC31
RCC31R
RCC32
RCC32R
RCC33

One-way Solid Slabs (A & D)

Rigorous* One-way Solid Slabs
Ribbed Slabs (A & D)
Rigorous* Ribbed Slabs
Flat Slabs (A & D)

Beams

TCC41
TCC41R
TCC42
TCC43

Continuous beams (A & D)

Rigorous* Continuous Beams
Post-tensioned Slabs & Beams (A & D)
Wide Beams (A & D)

RCC41
RCC41R
RCC42
RCC43

Continuous Beams (A & D)

Rigorous* Continuous Beams
Post-tensioned Slabs & Beams (A & D)
Wide Beams (A & D)

Columns

TCC51
TCC52
TCC53
TCC54
TCC55
TCC55X

Column Load Take-down & Design

Column Chart generation
Column Design
Circular Column Design
Axial Column Shortening
Axial Column Shortening: 24 storeys

RCC51
RCC52
RCC53
RCC54

Column Load Take-down & Design

Column Chart generation
Column Design
Circular Column Design

TCC62
TCC63

Retaining Wall
Core Wall Design

RCC61
RCC62

Basement Wall
Retaining Wall

Stairs

TCC71

Stair Flight & Landing - Single

RCC71
RCC72

Stair Flight & Landing - Single

Stairs & Landings - Multiple

Foundations

TCC81
TCC82

Foundation Pads
Pilecap Design

RCC81
RCC82

Foundation Pads
Pilecap Design

RCC91
RCC92
RCC93
RCC94
RCC95

One-way Solid Slabs (Tables)

Ribbed Slabs (Tables)
Flat Slabs (Tables)
Two-way Slabs (Tables)
Continuous Beams (Tables)

Walls

Tabular
versions
TCC94

Two Way Slabs

Admin

Folder containing Readme.doc, User Guide v4.pdf, User Guide v3.pdf , issue sheet and The
Fonts folder
BarSchedule template for reinforcement schedules

Folders

By Others

Readme v4a

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THE SPREADSHEETS
The RC-spreadsheets:v4 are intended to help with the rapid production of clear and accurate design calculations for
reinforced concrete elements. These Excel spreadsheets are intended as aids for design to both Eurocode 2 and BS
8110-1:1997.
Version 4 saw the release of updates to the Eurocode 2 spreadsheets in line with amendment AMD 1 of the UK National
Annex which was published in December 2009. It also formally introduced TCC15 Axially loaded walls/slabs; TCC55X
Axial Column Shortening: 24 storeys; TCC62 Retaining Wall; TCC63 Core Wall Design and TCC94 Two Way Slabs.
Whilst BS 8110 was withdrawn by BSI early in 2010, it was recognised that some projects and indeed some practitioners
may wish to continue using this standard in the short to medium term. Thus the RCC series of spreadsheets have been
updated and were reissued. They were suitable for design calculations to BS 8110 (up to and including Amendment 4).
Version 4a provides relatively minor updates to Version 4 files as detailed in Spreadsheet issue Sheet 27-May
2011.xls within the Admin folder.
Eurocode 2 (BS EN 1992-1-1: 2004) was published in December 2004. The publication of its National Annex in
December 2005 gave those Nationally Determined Parameters (NPD) to be used in BS EN 1992-1-1 in the UK. These
standards together with the BSI document PD6687 allowed the suite of spreadsheets to Eurocode 2 to be finalised.
Along with updates to the BS 8110 spreadsheets as a result of AMD 3 these were issued for general use as Version 3.
Since their release in January 2000, the RC-spreadsheets have proved to be enormously popular. They are written for
engineers by engineers. The original spreadsheets have been maintained and may now be regarded as thoroughly tested
by engineers in practice. The spreadsheets usefulness and robustness have been enhanced by users reporting problems
or suggesting improvements. Registrants are periodically informed of available intermediate updates. Any comments or
suggestions on the spreadsheets should be emailed to The Concrete Centre helpline@concretecentre.com or see
www.concretecentre.com/rcdesign
The original Spreadsheets were produced under a DETR PiT research project by the Reinforced Concrete Council (RCC).
The RCC was subsumed into The Concrete Centre which has itself been incorporated into the Mineral Products
Association.
Limitations
Spreadsheets can be a very powerful tool. They can save time, money and effort. They provide the facility to optimise
designs and they can help instil experience. However, these benefits have to be weighed against the risks associated with
any endeavour. Appropriate levels of supervision and checking, including self-checking, must, as always, be exercised
when using these spreadsheets.
The spreadsheets should be used in compliance with the accompanying publication User Guide to RC Spreadsheets:
Addendum for v4, which itself should be considered as an addendum to User Guide to RC Spreadsheets: v3
Licences
The RC Spreadsheets are made available as shareware from The Concrete Centre see
www.concretecentre.com/rcdesign . However, the spreadsheets may not be used for commercial purposes until the
user has purchased and validated a licence.
Licences may be purchased from The Concrete Centre website tel +44 (0)1276 606800. Licences may be validated via
www.concretecentre.com/rcdesign
Further information, updates, FAQs, free trial download versions of some spreadsheets, latest news and other information
on the RC-Spreadsheet suite is available on www.concretecentre.com/rcdesign
Using the spreadsheets for the first time
The spreadsheets are Excel files, part of MS Office and may be copied to your preferred folder and accessed in the
normal way through Windows Explorer or My Computer. Alternatively use Menu.xls. To run, load Menu.xls from within
Excel, or double-clicking Menu.xls from within Windows Explorer or My Computer.
When loading Menu.xls, (or many other spreadsheets) you should be prompted about macros. If available, please click
enable (otherwise see Macros below). When prompted about link updates in Menu.xls please click update.
Depending on machine speed, there may be some delay before the top sheet, containing conditions of use and basic
instructions, appears. Click the BS 8110 or EC2 sheet tab as required. The individual spreadsheets may be loaded as
required by clicking on the appropriate button. A fourth sheet provides a check on version numbers: the update links
macro used when loading is used to verify which versions are held in your folder.

Readme v4a

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Basic Instructions
Blue underlined cells are for data entry.

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Red highlighted cells indicate entry errors

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Do not paste or drag data (destroys conditional cell formatting).

Do not open an individual spreadsheet in more than one window (this may disable pull-down menus).
Help is available

Within Excel under Help.

To the right hand side of the spreadsheets, cells under 'Operating Instructions' contain help and error messages.

From the User Guide. Files are included within the ADMIN folder within the RC Spreadsheets v4 folder. User
Guide to RC Spreadsheets: Addendum for v4, should be considered as an addendum to User Guide to RC
Spreadsheets: v3. A copy of Adobe Acrobat Reader will be required to read this file.

Visit www.concretecentre.com/rcdesign for FAQs or to submit your query online.

Contact The Concrete Centres helpline by email helpline@concretecentre.com.

Most errors can be fixed by restoring the base version of the spreadsheet.
FAQ: Macros
When loading the individual spreadsheets, a Security Warning in Excel may warn about the presence of macros. All the
macros provided in the files are either to allow automated calculation routines, automated printing of the calculations or
to provide choices by way of combo-boxes. The printing macros have been assigned to buttons. Turning the macros off
will affect the function of some spreadsheets. Turning the macros off will also make printing of the sheets as configured
difficult and make the choice of options very much more difficult.
If macros are not enabled on your system, within Excel click Tools/ Macro/Security and set your security level to
Medium. Reboot.
FAQ: Fonts
For correct appearance (especially of embedded graphics) ensure that the Marker and two Tekton fonts are installed.
Your fonts may be checked by selecting Start (or Settings)/ Control Panel/Fonts, and viewing the font list.
Managing the spreadsheets
Users and managers should be aware that spreadsheets can be changed and must address change control and
versions for use under a QA procedure.

Appropriate levels of supervision and checking, including self-checking, must, as always, be exercised when using
these spreadsheets.

Spreadsheets demand an initial investment in time and effort - but the rewards are there for those who take
advantage.

Good design requires sound judgement based on competence derived from adequate training and experience - not
just computer programs.
Updates
Updates to v4a will be made available to licensed users via www.concretecentre.com/rcdesign If changes are significant
registrants will be notified by email.

Published by The Concrete Centre

Riverside House, 4 Meadows Business Park,
Station Approach, Blackwater, Camberley,
Surrey GU17 9AB
Tel: +44 (0)1276 606800
Fax: +44 (0)1276 606801
www.concretecentre.com
Ref. See CCIP-53CD
Published May 2011
The Concrete Centre

All advice or information from MPA-The Concrete Centre is intended for those who will evaluate the significance and limitations of its contents and
take responsibility for its use and application. No liability (including that for negligence) for any loss resulting from such advice or information is
accepted by MPA-The Concrete Centre or its subcontractors, suppliers or advisors. Users should note that all MPA-The Concrete Centre software
and publications are subject to revision from time to time and they should therefore ensure that they are in possession of the latest version.

Readme v4a

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