Release Notes

These are the list of new features, enhancements and fixes of the released version.

Version 26.0.0

Released Date: February 10, 2026

Enhancement and Additions:

  • Newly Supported

    • Supports AISC 15th Edition Ladder templates.

  • User Experience Improvements

    • Enhancement in the context menu in Recent Files lists.

    • Enhancement in the MLV interface.

    • Addition of the Stair Frame Member End Reaction Summary checkbox in Print Options to display in reports.

Version 25.0.0

Release Date: Mar 21, 2025

Enhancements:

  • Newly Supported

    • Supports AISC 15th Edition Stair templates.

  • User Experience Improvements

    • Introduced a User Login interface prior to the Start Screen.

    • Added Help File access directly on the Start Screen.

    • Enhanced Template menu options with additional features in the Template Multiple List.

    • Enhanced the Import Window to allow users to specify the target set into which templates are imported.

  • Reporting Enhancements

    • Added Map Images to Stair report options.

    • Enhanced Dynamic Report Images for Load Analysis:

      • Loads are now displayed using distinct, high-contrast, color-coded representations.

      • Supports and structural members (e.g., beams and stringers) are displayed in black shades for clear differentiation.

      • A uniform line weight is applied to loads, supports, and members for improved visibility and consistency.

      • Legends are positioned below the dynamic report image and display only the loads applied to the member, reducing visual clutter and improving readability.

  • Railing System (RS) Template Updates

    • Updated the default Guardrail maximum span length to 3’-6” for Railing System templates with Pipe Guardrails using Base Plate and Directly Welded connections.

    • Added dependency for the default value of Vertical Distance of Bolt Center to Edge of Base Plate (Lev) for Railing System templates with Base Plate connections.

      • RS-111-100-4622 and RS-111-200-4622

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        • Dependency: ODpipeRP – Outside Diameter of Pipe Rail Post

      • RS-145-100-4622 and RS-145-200-4622

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        • Dependency: dplRP – Depth of Plate Rail Post

      • RS-133-100-4622 and RS-133-200-4622

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      Dependency: HRecHSSRP – Longer Side of Rectangular HSS Rail Post

  • Wall Rail (WR) Template Updates

    • Removed predefined maximum values for Span Length and Cantilever Span for all Wall Rail templates.

    • Added applicable WAGNER profiles to Brackets for WR-2004 and WR-2104 templates.

    • Removed the Compressive Strength (psi) property from Base Material > Properties for the WR-2104 template.

    • Implemented dynamic labeling of Masonry Walls at anchor locations, based on the selected base material type in the interface.

Version 24.0.0

Released Date: April 17, 2026

Version Information

Application Name: GIZA™ Miscellaneous

Version: 24.0.0

Release Overview

This release marks the initial availability of GIZA™ Miscellaneous, a software application designed to help engineers and architects design and generate calculated reports on secondary structural elements.

The system currently supports AISC 15th Edition Wall Rail and Railing System templates with the main features of dynamic 2D and 3D sketches and the generation of detailed calculation reports.

See the Getting Started with GIZA™ Miscellaneous guide for instructions on how to begin using the application.