LUSAS
UK finite element analysis for bridges, civil and structural projects
Quick Overview
| Company | Finite Element Analysis Ltd (trading as LUSAS) |
|---|---|
| Category | Structural Engineering Software |
| Headquarters | Kingston upon Thames, United Kingdom |
| Founded | Not stated |
| EU Presence | Yes - United Kingdom |
| Data Location | not stated on the pages we read |
| Open Source | No |
| GDPR Compliant | Yes |
| Self-Hosting | No |
| Main Features | LUSAS Bridge, Civil and Structural, Tank, Analyst, Composite and Academic products; nonlinear, dynamic, thermal and geotechnical options; rail track and bridge design options; consultancy |
| Pricing | Quotation on request via the pricing and information request form |
| Best For | Bridge and infrastructure engineers who need nonlinear analysis and UK-based support |
| Replaces | STAAD.Pro |
Detailed Review
LUSAS states that it is a trademark and trading name of Finite Element Analysis Ltd. The head office is at Forge House, 66 High Street, Kingston upon Thames KT1 1HN, and the page gives VAT number GB 235 3607 74.
LUSAS says it has helped clients analyse, design and assess infrastructure projects for more than 40 years. Regional offices are listed in Korea and China.
LUSAS product range
LUSAS offers LUSAS Bridge, LUSAS Civil and Structural, LUSAS Tank, LUSAS Analyst, LUSAS Composite and LUSAS Academic. Options include solvers for nonlinear, dynamic, thermal and geotechnical work, plus rail track and bridge design options.
The home page lists consultancy services alongside the software.
Support and pricing at LUSAS
LUSAS states that technical support comes from the distributor that serves your country or region and is free with a current support and maintenance agreement. UK clients and countries without a distributor contact the UK team.
Prices are not published on the pages we read. A quotation is requested through the pricing and information request form.
LUSAS compared with STAAD.Pro
LUSAS contracts under UK law, which EP counts as European, while STAAD.Pro follows Pennsylvania law. STAAD.Pro shows prices from €3,238, but LUSAS prices are available only on request.
Limitations to Consider
LUSAS publishes no prices, and support depends on distributors in many countries. The product line leans toward bridges and specialist analysis, so a small office doing routine building frames may find simpler tools. For a lower-cost Belgian option see BuildSoft Diamonds.
Who Should Use LUSAS
Bridge and infrastructure specialists who need advanced analysis and accept quote-based pricing.
Pros and Cons
Pros
- UK company named with address and VAT number
- Dedicated bridge and civil editions
- Nonlinear, dynamic and thermal options
- Free support with maintenance agreement
- More than 40 years stated
Cons
- No published prices
- Support goes through local distributors
- Data location not stated
- Leans toward bridge and specialist work
Alternatives to LUSAS
Other European structural engineering software worth comparing before you decide:
See all European structural engineering software or compare them directly against STAAD.Pro on our alternatives page.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, for UK-based buyers. LUSAS is made by Finite Element Analysis Ltd in Kingston upon Thames, and EP counts the UK as European. It covers bridge, civil and structural analysis.
LUSAS does not publish prices on the pages we read. Quotes are requested through its pricing and information request form.
LUSAS states that support comes from the distributor serving your country or region and is free for clients with a current support and maintenance agreement.