Engineering-Grade Accuracy

Cable Tray Design
Made Intelligent.

The all-in-one desktop software for cable tray sizing, fill rate analysis, bracket design, seismic verification, and thermal expansion calculations. Fully compliant with IEC, BS, NEC, VDE, and AREI standards.

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IEC 60364 Compliant
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Compliant with international standards

IEC 60364
BS 7671
NEC 392
VDE 0100
AREI / RGIE
EN 1998-4
Features

Everything you need for
cable tray engineering.

From initial sizing to final documentation — one tool handles it all.

Smart Tray Sizing

Automatic cable tray width and height calculation based on cable count, diameters, and installation method. Supports all standard tray profiles.

Fill Rate Analysis

Real-time fill percentage with color-coded warnings. Width-based and area-based methods per IEC, BS, NEC, VDE, and AREI standards.

3D LOD 500 Visualization

Parametric 3D rendering of cable trays, brackets, slabs, and cables with realistic geometry. Rotate, zoom, and inspect every detail.

Load Calculation

Automatic weight analysis: cable weight, tray self-weight, and bracket load. Instant total load per support point.

Seismic Analysis

EN 1998-4 seismic design verification for cable support systems. Automatic force calculations with visual graphs.

Thermal Expansion

Cable thermal expansion/contraction calculations. Visual graphs showing temperature effects on cable routing and support spacing.

Professional Reports

Generate detailed PDF engineering reports with all calculation results, diagrams, material lists, and standard references.

Multi-Format Export

Export to DXF (AutoCAD), Excel BOM, PDF reports, and IFC for BIM integration. One-click export from any view.

15 Languages

Full interface localization: English, French, Dutch, German, Turkish, Spanish, Italian, Portuguese, Arabic, Russian, and more.

QR Code Tray Labels NEW

Generate QR codes for each cable tray. Scan on-site to instantly view fill rate, weight, cable types, and from-to routing data. Perfect for manufacturing, installation, and maintenance teams.

10+ Cable Databases

Built-in cable data from Prysmian, Nexans, Lapp, Draka, Eupen, HES, Oznur, Vatan, and more. Import custom data via Excel templates.

Offline & Secure

Works fully offline after activation. All project data stays on your computer. No cloud dependency, no data collection.

Standards

Multi-standard compliance
out of the box.

Switch between international standards with a single click. All thresholds, methods, and correction factors update automatically.

IEC

IEC 60364-5-52

International standard for low-voltage installations. Table B.52.20 installation methods, fill rate thresholds (40%/60%), and correction factors.

International
BS

BS 7671

UK IET Wiring Regulations. Fill rate limits (45%/60%), British installation methods, and BS-specific cable grouping factors.

United Kingdom
NEC

NEC 392.22

National Electrical Code (NFPA 70). Area-based fill (40%/50%), US cable tray sizing rules, and conductor fill areas.

United States
VDE

VDE 0100

German installation standard (DIN VDE 0100-520). Installation method factors, German cable specifications, and fill limits.

Germany
AREI

AREI / RGIE

Belgian General Regulations on Electrical Installations. Fill thresholds (40%/50%), Belgian installation modes, and local requirements.

Belgium
EN

EN 1998-4

Eurocode 8 seismic design of cable support systems. Automatic force calculations for seismic zones, anchor verification.

Europe
3D Visualization

LOD 500 detail.
Real engineering geometry.

Every bracket, bolt, perforation, and cable rendered at Level of Detail 500. Inspect your designs in full 3D before installation.

  • Parametric EAE A-STS-R bracket model with C-channel profile
  • Concrete slab & hollow-core slab support options
  • IEC color-coded cables (L1/L2/L3/N/PE)
  • Interactive orbit, zoom, and rotate controls
  • Wavy cable routing for realistic visualization
  • Multi-tier tray stacking
SimulATe 3D Cable Tray Visualization
3D Visualization
Workflow

Design in minutes,
not hours.

01

Set Parameters

Choose your standard (IEC/BS/NEC/VDE/AREI), select tray dimensions, and set the installation method.

02

Add Cables

Select cable types from 10+ manufacturer databases. Add circuits with core type, cross-section, and quantity.

03

Calculate & Visualize

One click: auto-sizing, fill analysis, weight summary, and full 3D parametric view of your tray system.

04

Export & Report

Generate PDF reports, DXF drawings, Excel BOM, or IFC files. Ready for submittal or construction.

Pricing

Simple, transparent pricing.
No hidden fees.

Start with a free 24-hour trial. Subscribe when you're ready.

Monthly Yearly Save up to 23%
Trial

Demo

$0 24-hour access

Explore SimulATe for 24 hours — no credit card needed

  • Full interface access for 24 hours
  • Up to 5 cables per tray
  • 2D cross-section view
  • Basic fill rate calculation
  • IEC standard only
  • 3D visualization
  • PDF / DXF export
  • Seismic & thermal analysis
  • QR code generation
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Standard

Standard

$14 /month

Essential tools for daily cable tray design

  • Unlimited cables
  • 5 international standards
  • 2D cross-section visualization
  • Fill rate & weight analysis
  • PDF engineering reports
  • DXF / Excel export
  • 10+ cable manufacturer databases
  • 15 language support
  • Email support
  • 3D LOD 500 visualization
  • Seismic analysis
  • Thermal expansion
  • QR code tray labels
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Professional

Pro

$19 /month

Full power for professional engineers

  • Everything in Standard, plus:
  • 3D LOD 500 visualization
  • QR code tray labels
  • Seismic analysis (EN 1998-4)
  • Thermal expansion module
  • IFC export (BIM integration)
  • Hollow-core slab modeling
  • Advanced bracket design (LOD 500)
  • Priority email support
  • All future updates included
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Enterprise

Team

Custom contact us

For engineering firms & teams (5+ seats)

  • Everything in Pro
  • Volume licensing (5+ seats)
  • Custom cable database import
  • Company logo on reports
  • Dedicated support channel
  • Custom feature requests
  • On-site training (optional)
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FAQ

Frequently asked
questions.

SimulATe runs on Windows 10 and Windows 11 (64-bit). The application is a native desktop application — no browser or cloud account required.

No. SimulATe works fully offline after activation. An internet connection is only needed for the initial license activation and checking for updates.

Subscription-based. Choose monthly or yearly billing. Yearly plans save up to 23%. Your license remains active as long as your subscription is current. Cancel anytime from your account.

Each Pro license is valid for one computer. If you need multiple seats, check our Enterprise / Team License option or contact us for volume pricing.

After payment, your license key is sent instantly to your email address. Simply enter the key in SimulATe's activation dialog and you're ready to go.

SimulATe includes cable data from: Prysmian, Nexans, Lapp, Draka, Eupen, HES, Oznur, Vatan, Adaltra, and more. You can also import custom cable data via Excel templates.

Due to the digital nature of the software, refunds are generally not available once the license key has been delivered and activated. We strongly recommend using the free 24-hour Demo to evaluate the software before subscribing. If you experience technical issues, please contact support@simulateeng.com and we'll do our best to resolve them.

With Pro, you can generate a unique QR code for each cable tray. Print and attach the label during manufacturing or installation. Anyone on-site can scan it with their phone to instantly see the tray's fill rate, total weight, cable types, and from-to routing information. No app needed — it opens in any mobile browser.

Ready to streamline your cable tray design?

Join engineers worldwide who trust SimulATe for accurate, standard-compliant cable tray calculations.

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