Business Details
25 Years
experience
Structural Engineering Software & Services
Founded in 2001, Meca Enterprises has established itself as a leader in engineering software development and structural analysis services. Our expertise lies in creating specialized tools for steel stack design, wind load calculations, and lifting lug design, addressing critical challenges like wind-induced vibration. We provide cost-effective solutions such as damping pads, tuned mass dampers, and tuned liquid dampers, tailored to meet the diverse needs of industrial, energy, and process facilities. With licenses in multiple U.S. states and Canadian provinces, our team delivers code-compliant, PE-stamped engineering solutions globally.Our commitment to innovation is reflected in our software's integration of major international standards, including ASME, ASCE, and Eurocodes. We prioritize client satisfaction through responsive support, transparent communication, and solutions that combine technical excellence with practicality. Our decades of experience in structural analysis, finite element modeling, and connection detailing ensure reliable, constructible designs for equipment suppliers, EPC firms, and facility owners worldwide.
Services
Structural Analysis
Steel Stack Design
Wind Load Calculations
Lifting Lug Design
Vibration Damping
Finite Element Analysis
Air-Cooled Heat Exchangers
Equipment Foundations
Modular Steel Buildings
Code Compliance Services
Details
- Year established: 2001
Highlights and features
- We offer 20+ years of specialized expertise in stack vibration analysis and mitigation.
- Our software integrates ASME, ASCE, and Eurocode standards for global compliance.
- We provide PE-stamped deliverables in all 50 U.S. states and Canadian provinces.
- Our team pioneered the first commercial stack design software in 2001.
- We maintain multi-state licensure and international code compliance capabilities.
What people say
User friendly software
Excellent service
Quick response
Highly recommended
Cost-effective solutions
Services
Structural Analysis
We provide comprehensive structural analysis for industrial equipment including stacks, air-cooled heat exchangers, and modular skids. Our services ensure compliance with ASME, ASCE, and Eurocode standards through finite element analysis and PE-stamped deliverables. Clients benefit from optimized designs that balance safety, cost, and constructibility for energy, chemical, and manufacturing facilities.
Steel Stack Design
Our steel stack design services cover self-supported, guyed, and derrick-supported structures up to 550 feet tall. We address wind-induced vibration using damping pads, tuned mass dampers, and helical strakes while ensuring compliance with ASCE 7, ASME STS-1, and IBC standards. Clients receive complete analysis packages including wind, seismic, thermal, and fatigue load calculations.
Wind Load Calculations
We perform wind load calculations per ASCE 7-05 to 7-22 standards using proprietary MecaWind software. Our analysis covers along-wind, across-wind, and vortex shedding effects with customized load combinations. Clients receive detailed reports that simplify code compliance for building permits and structural reviews across all U.S. states and Canadian provinces.
Vibration Damping
Our vibration damping solutions include damping pads, tuned mass dampers, and tuned liquid dampers for stacks 50-550 feet tall. We specialize in addressing vortex shedding through cost-effective, code-compliant systems that prevent structural failure. Solutions integrate seamlessly with new and existing stack designs while maintaining optimal operational performance.
Finite Element Analysis
We apply finite element analysis to complex structural problems involving stacks, pressure vessels, and modular skids. Our FEA services identify stress concentrations, optimize connection details, and validate designs under extreme loads. This advanced analysis ensures compliance with AISC 360-16 and other international standards while reducing material costs and fabrication complexity.
Questions
What software does Meca Enterprises offer?
We offer MecaStack for steel stack design, MecaWind for wind load calculations, MecaLug for lifting lug analysis, and wind example e-books.
Do you provide engineering services beyond software?
Yes, we offer PE-stamped structural analysis for stacks, air coolers, pipe racks, modular skids, and equipment foundations across 15+ U.S. states and Canadian provinces.
How do you address stack vibration issues?
We solve vortex shedding problems using damping pads, tuned mass dampers, and helical strakes tailored to stack height and operating conditions.
What code standards do you support?
Our software and services comply with ASME STS-1, ASCE 7-05 to 7-22, IBC 2024, AISC 360-16, Eurocodes, and NBCC standards.
Can international clients use your services?
Yes, we support projects globally with experience in U.S., Canadian, Mexican, Australian, and European design codes.
How quickly do you respond to support requests?
Our team typically responds to email inquiries within 24 hours and prioritizes urgent technical support cases immediately.
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Reviews (5)
Oscar Gonzalez
Jun 15, 2022
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I have used the MECA wind program for a long time and have fund it very easy to use. Every time that I had any questions about the program I have called and received excellent customer support.
MYAddiction Matt Landry
Jun 01, 2022
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I have been using MECAwind for many years now. Software is extremely user friendly and provides a quick and effective way to calculate wind loads for a variety of items. Employees at MECAwind are extremely helpful if you need assistance navigating thru the program
Baris Yildiz
May 23, 2022
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We have been using the MecaStack structural program for years. Over the years we have found that the software has become more user friendly and the tutorials help train new engineers within our company. The software is number one for stack design
Jerry Camboim
May 17, 2022
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I purchased the software to calculate the window pressures and so far it has been great. We are located in an area requiring calculations for high winds due to hurricanes and the software provides the calculations for our most current code. A+++
Matthew Kyler
Mar 22, 2022
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This software is very powerful and saves our team a lot of time. In addition, over the last year of using it to assist us in wind loading for our structural analysis, we have found the customer service and technical support top notch.
