At Tek1, we specialize in transforming complex architectural visions into constructible shop drawings. This model snapshot showcases a recent precast project where aesthetic texture meets structural integrity.
Technical Highlights:
Software: Modeled 100% in Tekla Structures for BIM-ready accuracy.
Surface Treatment: Seamless integration of Reckli formliner patterns, ensuring the architectural finish aligns perfectly across panel joints.
Detailing Depth: Full reinforcement modeling (rebar and mesh), including lifting anchors, grout tubes, and connection hardware.
Manufacturer Ready: Our shop drawings are designed to minimize onsite clashes and streamline the casting process at the precast yard.
Are you finding precast estimation a demanding task?
Imagine offloading the time-consuming aspects of this process, freeing you to focus on more critical activities. At Tek1 Pty Ltd, we excel in providing fast and accurate takeoffs for precast projects, often at a fraction of the cost you might expect. You can rely on our expertise and extensive experience to deliver exceptional results.
Our process begins with your structural and architectural PDFs. Utilizing the panel spliting details from the structural precast elevations, we proceed with a detailed analysis.
We meticulously number all panels, assigning crucial data such as thickness, material, and panel type. This intelligent data within our takeoff model allows for comprehensive report generation later in the process.
The panel type information also captures reinforcement details, including rebar weights, perimeter bars, and any additional mesh. For panels requiring patterned or special moulds, including brick snap panels, we identify and mark them accordingly, even specifying the number of special moulds needed.
Our summary report provides a comprehensive overview, including:
Number of panels
Thickness summary
Gross and net area calculations
Concrete volume
Panel weight (concrete + reo)
Number of meshes and reo weight (excluding ligatures)
Perimeter bar weight
Caulking and grout lengths
Panel types and strengths
Concrete mix and any colored concrete specifications
Quantities of Bricsnap, Reckli, and Feature panels
Number of moulds required
Maximum panel size and its corresponding number
IFC model compatibility with Trimble or Autodesk
A QR code linking directly to the model for easy viewing
Thickness summary
Furthermore, we proactively identify any potential for optimization or issues related to buildability and transportation, providing comments along with the relevant panel mark numbers.
If you believe our services can bring significant value and allow you to concentrate on higher-priority tasks, please don’t hesitate to call or email us.
You will be surprised how economically we can do the take off for you
