Drive your startup's unique solution with
Tekla Structures platform

The most developed 3D and BIM platform technology


Confidence to turn your concept into reality

Arrow Build on a 3D modeling core that has delivered global skyscrapers, Olympic stadiums, modern shopping centers, industrial plants, prefabricated apartments, and multi-story sculptural installations
Arrow Benefit from unmatched 3D model size capabilities and overall performance
Arrow Leverage Tekla's capabilities for accurate modeling of any structure, perfect for startup innovation
Arrow Control Tekla Structures models through a powerful API


Trimble 0-60 Challenge 2025


The Trimble 0-60 Challenge is an accelerator for startups offering mentoring and exclusive access to the Trimble team.

 


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Why Tekla Structures for startups


Agree on mutually beneficial areas

  • Opportunity to work with sales teams
  • Option to test Tekla Structures' latest improvements without delay
  • Possibility to participate in mentoring

Receive dedicated guidance on your journey

  • Chat online directly with Tekla Open API experts at Trimble
  • Enhance your team's skills and knowledge with the help of Tekla experts

Flourish at home and thrive abroad

  • Leverage Tekla Structures' global reach
  • Utilize the platform's extensive localization support
  • You and your clients work globally using Tekla Model Sharing

Benefit from a collaborative environment

  • Benefit from an open and collaborative environment by targeting different niches and customers than Tekla Structures

Apply for funding and join events

Accelerate your growth by applying for support from Trimble Ventures' $200 million fund.

Trimble 0-60 Challenge 2025 registration is open!


Join the Trimble 0-60 Challenge 2025!

Accelerate your growth

Trimble Ventures is a $200 million fund investing in Series A-D stages. Entry into the Trimble ecosystem extends your capabilities, supports the development of your technology, and connects you to a network of possibilities.

Read more about Trimble Ventures

Turn your Tekla Structures concept into reality with support from Trimble Ventures' $200 million fund.
ScaffPlan adapted their Tekla tools for SketchUp and won the Trimble 0-60 Challenge at Dimensions 2024!

ScaffPlan took top prize in Trimble 0-60!

ScaffPlan, a Tekla platform partner, has had an incredible journey! In just 90 days, they adapted their temporary works tools for SketchUp users and won the 0-60 Challenge at Trimble Dimensions 2024!

Watch ScaffPlan presenting at Dimensions


CHOOSE YOUR TEKLA PARTNERS PROGRAM PATH


Free Tekla Structures

Tekla Partners Program

Tekla Partners Program++*

FREE

3085€ PER USER/YEAR*

CONTACT US


  • Free 30-day trial
  • Tekla Structures all functions with a few exceptions
  • Get started with Tekla Open API
  • Access Tekla online services
  • Tekla Structures Partner
  • Tekla Model Sharing
  • AI-powered Developer Assistant
  • + 4 additional products
  • Permission to sell your apps
  • Same as the Tekla Partners Program, AND
  • Agree on mutually beneficial areas
  • Possibility to work with sales teams
  • Chat with Tekla Open API experts
  • Option to access features pre-release


*) In Europe, more info here.


*) To be selected, the startup's solution must serve a different niche and target group than Tekla Structures



TESTIMONIALS




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There's no limitation to what you can do through the API. It doesn’t matter what type of construction you’re designing for – it can be done in Tekla Structures Open API.



-- Marhinus du Plessis | Founder and Managing Director of ParaMatic





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As a part of Trimble’s Partner Program, we have the opportunity to learn and be mentored by the best in the business.






-- Simon Boyes | Founder and Managing Director of ScaffPlan







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A powerful and extensive software platform is a competitive advantage to our partners, and adding Trimble’s years of expertise in software development and business to the equation in the form of a mentoring program and other activities, these agreements are bound to reward all signees.



-- Jari Heino | Vice President & General Manager of Structures Division





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Thanks to the open API, a developer can talk to Tekla Structures through the code. You have access to all the data behind what you’re modeling. This means you can easily create your desired output, as all the information is there.






-- Pawel Lisowski | Head of Software Development, ScaffPlan






SEE HOW TEKLA POWERS DIFFERENT CONSTRUCTION MARKETS


Industrial piping

Scaffolding

Crane layout planning

Stairs and rails



Timber frames

Masonry

Light metal framing

Pre-Engineered Buildings

Go to Tekla Warehouse to find more