Project Snapshot
Project type: Industrial storage shed
Location: Ireland
Project scale: Small
Client type: Consultant
Project status: Completed
Software: Tekla Structures, AutoCAD, Ideastatica
Scope of work: Small-scale structural steel detailing
The Challenge
- The project had tight budget and time constraints, requiring efficient detailing without unnecessary effort.
- Over-engineering or excessive detailing would have increased cost with no added value.
- The client needed a practical, cost-effective detailing solution aligned with the project’s scale.
- Drawings still needed to meet code requirements and fabrication standards.
Our Detailing Approach
- We adopted a lean detailing approach, tailoring the level of detail to suit the project’s size and complexity.
- Tekla models were developed with clear member logic and standardized connections.
- Detailing focused on simplicity, constructability, and fabrication efficiency.
- Drawing packages were produced quickly to support early fabrication.
- All detailing was delivered in accordance with Eurocodes and Irish fabrication practices.
Deliverables
- Fabrication-ready shop drawings.
- Clear GA drawings for coordination and site use.
- Assembly drawings supporting erection.
- Fabrication files suitable for shop production.
Results & Value Delivered
- Delivered a cost-effective detailing solution aligned with project constraints.
- Supported timely fabrication and site progress.
- Reduced unnecessary detailing effort and rework.
- Maintained quality and compliance despite tight budgets.
Value to the Client
- Delivered right-sized steel detailing for a small industrial project.
- Balanced cost, speed, and quality effectively.
- Reduced detailing and fabrication risk.
- Demonstrated flexibility in handling small-scale industrial projects.
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