Category: Steel Detailing Blog
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Concrete and Steel – Hidden Snags to Watch out For –A Case Study in Duffy’s Forrest – An Example of Something that can Kill your client (memo 42)
Anyone who’s a detailer should be aware of this issue. If you’re not aware: you can cost your client dearly. How? You need operations to occur as fast as possible. This means you have to advise your client about potential issues. Consider the following: What is an issue that can kill your client regarding the…
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Memo 41: Be aware of Risks, Transportation and Site Costs when making changes
Engineer says, make the change to a little cleat. And then fabricate. No need to re-submit for stamping. But should you? Just a little cleat? Except it’s on the end of a 15m beam. What’s the problem with that? ……..so the question is, if something goes wrong, who’s carrying the can? What should you do?…
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Addressing Design Discrepancies in Fixing Timber Wall to Steel Structures: An RFI Necessity
Author: RAJ (Arokiaraj Arputharaj) Addressing Design Discrepancies in Fixing Timber Wall to Steel Structures: An RFI Necessity When it comes to construction projects, precision and adherence to design specifications are critical. However, sometimes, practical considerations highlight the need for adjustments to those specifications. One such scenario involves the fixing of a timber wall to steel…
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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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Plate Formed Spiral Stair
Author : Ramakrishnan.L We are pleased to inform you that TEK1 has accepted the task of detailing the spiral plate-formed RHS stringer stair as requested by our client. Our team is well-equipped to handle this design, ensuring that all details meet the highest standards. At TEK1, we have consistently provided top-notch miscellaneous steel detailing services…
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Managing Sticker-shock
Author: RAJ (Arokiaraj Arputharaj) When this happens, it is ESSENTIAL that you call the client before you put in your variation documentation. Why? What should I do instead?
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Importance of Adhering to Standards in Modelling
In the realm of steel detailing, it’s not enough to simply follow design drawings and IFC models. As detailers, a thorough understanding of general standards is crucial to ensure accuracy and compliance. The Importance of Standards For instance, consider the Australian stair standards AS1657, which require a clear handrail area of 240° with a minimum…
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Addressing Galvanizing Hole Size Issues
During a recent client visit, we encountered an issue with the size of galvanizing holes. In Australian detailing, we typically use a standard catalogue for specifying galvanizing holes. We followed this standard and provided the holes in the end plate accordingly. However, the client pointed out that the caps used to seal these holes after…
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Detailing of Quakers Hill Secondary Switch Room
Introduction When it comes to construction, the integration of different materials and components is crucial for the success of any project. Steel detailing, particularly when combined with precast concrete, involves intricate planning and coordination. In the case of the Quakers Hill Secondary Switch Room, this integration posed potential challenges that were efficiently managed through the…
