Tek1 has developed plug ins with IntelliCAD based systems to create take off models from PDF drawings. The PDF drawings are brought into the intellicad based cad systems. Columns and Beams are modeled over the PDF drawings.
This method is significantly faster than undertaking blue beam takeoffs. The accuracy of the take off is much better than what is possible with blue beam or any other PDF based take off system.
The inellicad model is then exported into Tekla using an in house plug in. Material Lists, and GAL lists can be taken out of the Tekla Model.
An IFC model is exported from Tekla. Along with a 3d model, this type of take off provides great value of the estimator.
Pricing is very competitive since we are using our in house offshore team. The take off team is now of a significant in size. Because IntelliCAD software is cheap, and given our in-house plug in, we are able to provide, fast and very cost effective services in take off modeling.
Fittings and bolts are not normally included in the take off.
Here is an example of the Essendon hanger we completed today (29/1/2020).
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