Author: Pon Dhileepan
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The Importance of Proper Modelling for Non-Structural Plates: A Guide
When working with elements like cladding plates, balustrade infills, decorative panels, and chequer plates, the approach to modelling them differs significantly from that used for standard structural plates. Ensuring accuracy in these cases hinges on a thorough understanding of working points and the rotation property, which are essential for ensuring the correct orientation of the…
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Enhancing Solar Chimney Design for New Market S1 Building
In the recent New Market S1 building project, TEK1 participated in various design review meetings, provided numerous markups, and involved in finalizing the design. This project involved 11 flats in one of the blocks, each featuring a solar chimney on the backside of the building. Amendment 1: Addressing Structural Frame Issues Initially, the structural frame…
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Ascham College – Streamlining Plant Room Construction for Safety and Efficiency
In a recent project, we encountered a challenge with a plant room constructed from SHS members, featuring grating on both the floor and the roof. Problem 1: The original structural drawings specified vertical splice plates bolted together. However, these splice plates would protrude through the floor & roof gratings, creating a potential trip hazard. Upon…
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Change in Structural Design: Adapting to Highway Sign Board Challenges
A recent project involving the installation of a static sign board on a highway required a significant change in structural design. The task involved detailing steel frames for supporting different sized sign board. However, a particular challenge arose when one of the static sign boards exceeded the maximum size allowable for its designated steel frame…
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Slab Infill – 275, Kent Street
The stairwell at 275 Kent Street had been demolished, leaving open slab areas that needed to be closed. Our task was to support these closures with meticulously detailed steel beams. Following a comprehensive site survey, we supplied steel beams tailored to different levels. Initially, the project scope included orders for only three levels. However, after…
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East Wing Refurbishment – Parliament House
A small lantern has been added to the east wing of the parliament house. Despite its modest size, we take great pride in having contributed to such a prestigious project. The assembly consists of a single frame with welded columns, positioned atop existing beams. Prior to project commencement, TEK1 provided a detailed sketch outlining the…
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Ballina High School
A new outdoor basket ball court has been added adjacent to the existing building in the Ballina High School. The roof design is similar to a warehouse.
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O & M Shed – Wunghnu Solar Farm
Our latest project entails a straightforward shed design featuring standard steel frames with purlins and girts encircling the structure. While our standard practice involves providing steel drawings and reports exclusively, this project warranted a more comprehensive approach. In addition to the customary steel documentation, we supplied detailed erection drawings and material reports for various components,…
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Streamlining Weld Reporting: Tek1’s Solution
At Tek1, we prioritize meeting our clients’ diverse needs with innovative solutions. Recently, a client requested a comprehensive weld report detailing weld type, size, length, contour, and whether it was site or shop welded. Additionally, they required each weld to be numbered and included in the report. To fulfill this request, Tek1 developed a tailored…
