Updates apply to www.bccalc.com as of: July 22nd, 2026
BDE: 9128
Issues Resolved
Walls
- Applying a uniform load to a wall will add only the load the user specifies; no unintended loads will be included.
- The Match Top Slope option will remain selected after being chosen in the wall opening dialog.
- Adding an opening to the right or left of an existing opening will create only one new opening (not duplicates).
Hangers
The header member species will be saved and reused when the file is reopened.
BC Framer Software
- Full-bearing members will analyze successfully and will not prevent other members from analyzing.
- Full-bearing members will generate a BDE (Boise Design Engine) build on the Boise Member Report.
- Loads with invalid locations/positions will be automatically adjusted to fall within the member.
Project Info
Users can now edit project information, and it is saved as expected.
Holes
- Proximity rules for holes 1.5” in diameter or smaller follow Boise Cascade guidelines.
- I-Joist - the software is permitted to use the lesser of 2 times the larger hole diameter or the 3” clear dimension.
- LVL and Glulam - the minimum. edge to edge distance should be the 2 times the larger hole diameter.
Updated "Caution" Notes: Multi-ply I-Joists
Updated the note language for multiple ply I-Joists to improve clarity and reduce the chance of misinterpretation.