Project Snapshot
Project type: Commercial storage shed
Location: Ireland
Project scale: Medium
Client type: Consultant
Project status: Completed
Software: Tekla Structures, AutoCAD, Ideastatica
Scope of work: Structural steel detailing
The Challenge
- The project had a compact footprint but a tight overall delivery program.
- Detailing needed to be completed quickly to support fabrication and site start.
- Overly complex detailing would have impacted cost and schedule.
- The client required clear, efficient drawings without unnecessary detailing overhead.
Our Detailing Approach
- We adopted a lean detailing strategy, focusing on simplicity and constructability.
- Tekla models were developed to accurately represent the steel structure while avoiding unnecessary complexity.
- Connections and member details were standardized where appropriate to improve fabrication efficiency.
- Drawing packages were issued promptly to align with fabrication and site sequencing.
- All detailing was delivered in accordance with Eurocodes and Irish fabrication practices.
Deliverables
- Fabrication-ready shop drawings.
- Clear and concise GA drawings.
- Assembly drawings aligned with erection sequencing.
- Fabrication files suitable for shop use.
Results & Value Delivered
- Supported on-time delivery through fast, efficient detailing.
- Reduced detailing and fabrication effort through simplified solutions.
- Improved clarity for fabrication and site teams.
- Enabled smooth execution despite tight timelines.
Value to the Client
- Delivered efficient, cost-conscious steel detailing.
- Reduced program risk through fast turnaround.
- Supported predictable fabrication and erection.
- Demonstrated strong understanding of Irish fabrication and construction practices.




