Version 2026: Release notes

Updated on 31 October 2025

Release notes MatrixFrame® version 2026

Processed in version 2026  (December 2026)

This version updates MatrixFrame, MxTools, and MxFloor, fixing issues for better performance.

 

New and Improved Features

MatrixFrame

  • General. The enhancement of the "Save" functionality:  The “Save" functionality  for project data can now also be accessed using the "Ctrl+S" keyboard shortcut.
  • Load combination generator enhancement: The load combination generator was enhanced to comply with EN 1993-1-1 clause 5.2.2 (4), ensuring that the imperfection load case is applied as an incremental factor to existing horizontal loads, such as wind load.
  • Reports Setup. Image properties: It is now possible to customize the image properties for Steel, Timber, and Concrete code-check objects within Reports independently from the settings defined in the UI Visibility options. This allows report images to be formatted differently without altering the global UI presentation settings.
  • Steel code check. Fire check: Implemented the possibility to calculate fire temperature according to NEN6069:2022 annex A.2.3 for the outside fire case. To use this option, go to Settings → Steel and select “NEN6069:2022 #A.2.3.”
  • Concrete code check. Regulatory updates are implemented: Implemented regulatory updates for calculations in accordance with NEN-EN 1992-1-1 + C2 + A1 / NB + A1 + A2 (NL), May 2025, Chapter 6.2.2 — Elements that do not require shear reinforcement calculation. Changes anticipate the upcoming Eurocode 2 revision, particularly for the shear strength of large concrete sections. Changes recognize that shear resistance for large cross-sections (≥ 0.5) was previously overestimated. New rules in 6.2.1–6.2.2 define verification procedures for elements without shear reinforcement and specify cases where verification may be omitted.

 

MatrixTools

  • Column base plate calculation. New functionality is introduced: 

    New functionality has been implemented in the Column Base application. it is now possible to add additional rows of anchor bolts on the tension side of the column base. To use this feature, enable the “Manual” checkbox in the "Anchors" tab of the Column Base application, then add the new row of anchor bolts in the anchor bolt grid.

  • GEO. Implemented changes in accordance with the NEN 9997-1:2025+C1:2025 requirements: 

    -  Updated characteristic values of the soil properties mentioned in the table NEN 9997-1:2025+C1:2025#Tabel 2.b; 

    -  Updated specification, installation type and factors of piles in accordance with the table NEN 9997-1:2025+C1:2025#Tabel 7.c; 

    -  Performed some other minor changes.

 

Bug Fixes

MatrixFrame

  • Wind load. Wind load on the structure, with the overhang part, is generating improper load:  Resolved the issue by generating a non-symmetrical wind load situation on the symmetrical overhang of the canopy roof.
  • Snow load generator for multi-span situation: Resolved an issue that occurred when generating snow loads on multi-span roofs using snow redistribution in accordance with EN 1991-1-3, clause 5.3.4, case (ii).
  • Construct function to generate additional structural parts: Fixed an issue where inserting a generator-generated structure into an already calculated model failed to reset the existing calculation results.
  • 1D Beam. Results. Member forces: Resolved an issue that caused unpredictable bending moment discontinuities in 1D Beam calculations when the distances between assigned concentrated loads or between adjacent structural objects were very small
  • Results. Spy function: Resolved an issue where timber calculation modules could not be launched within the  Results Spy function before or without first performing a timber check in MatrixFrame.
  • Steel code check. Alphacr interpretation: Resolved an issue where the "Infinite" value of alphacr was incorrectly set to 0, which led to the recommendation that the code check of steel structures be performed using GNL results. The correction now treats the structure as sufficiently stiff and no longer reports needing a GNL calculation.”
  • Concrete code check. Foundation plan drawing: Resolved an issue where pile symbols in both the pile foundation drawing UI and DXF export were displayed incorrectly.
  • Concrete code check. Stirrup generation using internal releases: Resolved the issue with incorrect stirrup generation when internal releases were applied to structural members.
  • Reports for member forces: In the results grid table, member forces and related data are displayed simultaneously for load cases and combinations. The English table header has been updated to read “L.C.” for improved clarity and consistency.
  • FEM plate. Unexpected program closure by generation of reports: Resolved an issue that caused the program to close unexpectedly when generating a report in the 2D Plate FEM module, specifically when activating load report items related to the representation of load cases or load case images.

 

MatrixTools

  • Steel Joint connections. Unexpected program closure: Resolved unexpected program closure when editing bolt rows of a head plate connection where the beam lies over the column with a vertical end plate bolted to the side of the column (flange).
    Resolved an unexpected program closure when editing or deleting the date field value using the Drawing Print dialogue within the Joint Connections Drawing tab.
  • Steel Joint connections. Problem with M-Φ classification chart visualization: Resolved an issue where the Steel JC M-Φ classification chart was not generated without any notification, specifically in cases where no joint bending was detected.
  • GEO. GEF file import correction: The import of the .gef file has been corrected. If the Pile Length (COLUMNINFO=1) is missing, the Corrected Depth (COLUMNINFO=11) will now be imported instead. A message will be displayed indicating that the Corrected Depth has been used.

 

The overview of the highlights of the key updates in MatrixFrame® version 2026 can be found here: Highlights