I am kind of looking for possible ways for designing tilt-up walls. I appreaciate if you all can share your experiences in this area and like what software packages, design handbooks or references you use. Thanks in advance.
I use the ACI 318-02 and the corresponding PCA notes. The tilt-up design manual by the TCA is a good reference but it is pretty expensive and is not very technical imo.
The Portland Cement Association has (or had) a design publication called, "Tilt-up Load-Bearing Walls." It's dated 1979 and I'm not sure if it's still available. You might want to check with them.
Engineers Northwest in Seattle, WA does most of the Costco buildings in the United States, and they have developed their own software for concrete tilt-up panels. The software includes slender wall analysis, wall anchorage, seismic forces, wind forces, large openings, etc, etc.
If you inquire at their office, they may sell your office a copy of their program. Engineers Northwest: 206.525.7560