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Steel structure verification for cranes and lifting equipment, now automated inside your FEA workflow.
SDC Verifier supports static and fatigue checks according to DIN 15018 (1984) directly in Ansys Mechanical, Femap, and Simcenter 3D.
Used for crane booms, lifting arms, and mobile steel structures, this standard applies the Allowable Stress Design (ASD) method for fatigue verification.

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Why Choose SDC Verifier for DIN 15018 Compliance

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Built for Crane Structures

Static and fatigue checks tailored to lifting equipment and mobile steel frameworks.

Fully Automated Verification

Run DIN 15018 checks directly in your .cdb, .modfem, or .fem model—no external scripts or spreadsheets.

Adapted to Real Load Scenarios

Apply variable load spectrums and utilization classes (S0–S3, N1–N4) for accurate fatigue assessment.

Supports Rainflow Fatigue Summation

Enterprise licenses include damage summation across load groups with hot spot or weld stress input.

Proven Output

Generate detailed reports for compliance reviews or internal safety validation in a few clicks.

About Standard

DIN 15018 – Steel Structures of Cranes Originally published in 1984, DIN 15018 provides rules for the design and verification of crane steel structures, covering both static and fatigue analysis. While officially replaced by DIN EN 13001, it remains widely used in industry.

Focus Areas:

Applies to crane and crane equipment steel structures, as well as mobile frameworks for continuous conveyors.
Not applicable to craneways, excavators, ropeways, wagon tipplers, and mining equipment.
Based on the nominal stress concept, incorporating different load spectra to reflect real operating conditions.

DIN 15018-1 Title: Cranes – Steel Structures – Verification and Analyses (Krane; Grundsätze für Stahltragwerke; Berechnung – Edition November 1984)

Verification Tasks Include:

Static stress checks
Fatigue checks under Allowable Stress Design (ASD) method

Status: Superseded but still commonly used in practice due to industry familiarity and ongoing project requirements.

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List of Ready to Use Standards

DIN 15018 (1984)
1984

#Deutsches Institut für Normung

Industries
- Heavy Lifting
- Machinery Equipment
Types of Analyses
- Static Stress Check

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is DIN 15018 still valid for crane design?

While officially replaced by EN 13001, many companies continue to use DIN 15018 due to legacy projects and familiarity with its static and fatigue check methodologies.

What software is required to run DIN 15018 checks in SDC Verifier?

You can run DIN 15018 verification directly within Ansys Mechanical, Femap, or Simcenter 3D — no need to rebuild your model.

Does SDC Verifier support fatigue summation based on DIN 15018?

Yes. The software supports rainflow fatigue summation, stress history grouping, and classification by weld type, load spectrum, and utilization class.

How do I classify structural elements for DIN 15018 fatigue checks?

You’ll need to define weld type (K0–K4, W0–W2), element group (based on S/N curves), and material type (St37 or St52) for accurate fatigue assessment.

Can I use custom safety factors in DIN 15018 checks?

Yes. SDC Verifier allows you to customize safety factors and adjust stress coefficients to match your project or internal standards.

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