Oct 24
BIM for Precast Concrete: From Design Coordination to Shop Drawings
BIM implementation in precast concrete refers to the process of using a common 3D model to coordinate all panels, connections, lifting points, and embedded elements before the actual fabrication process begins. Clashes can be solved at the desk instead of on the construction site, and shop drawings are made from…
Oct 22
Common Steel Connection Detailing Challenges and How Experts Solve Them
When steel connections do not come together properly on-site they create problems in steel detailing. Problems can arise from coming across misaligned bolts, lack of access to the welds, or clashes between the steel plates and other structural components. Experts handle these issues by verifying measurements in advance, making accurate…
Oct 20
Crane Load Design in PEB Structures: Complete Engineering Guide
In a PEB structure, the crane load design involves calculation and resistance of forces exerted on a building’s frame, runway beams, columns and foundations by overhead cranes. Pre-engineered buildings are optimized for weight and speed, which allows crane forces to control member sizes if not planned. In this blog, we…
Oct 17
Signs Your Project Needs Professional Structural Steel Detailing Support
Table of Contents If your drawings are behind schedule, there are fabrication mistakes that seem to keep occurring, or your designs for connections are beyond your own team’s capabilities, then your project is probably in need of professional steel detailing support. These warning signs typically show themselves weeks in advance…
