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From Model to Reality: Detailing Balustrading for a Foot Bridge Project
As a steel detailer, nothing compares to the satisfaction of seeing your detailed model come to life. I recently had the opportunity to witness the fabrication of one of my detailing projects in Australia. Balustrading for Foot Bridge The detailing was executed seamlessly, with no challenges for the fabricator or erectors. It was fulfilling to…
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Steel to precast connections (Ferrule)
Steel detailers play a crucial role in ensuring that connections between precast & steel are both practical and efficient. In this blog, I’ll share my experience with the challenges I faced in steel-to-precast connections. Design The design specified two ferrules on both sides of a precast wall. However, following this design may leads to clash…
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Peatsferry Bridge barriers
Tek1 recently completed a barrier replacement project for a renowned organization in Australia. This project, located near Sydney, involved replacing existing barriers with new ones, and it came with its unique challenges. The task was to detail a new 536-meter-long barrier while ensuring the anchor holes for the new posts did not clash with the…
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EMU IN THE SKY:Branches
Continuing from our previous blog on the EMU IN THE SKY project, this post delves into the challenges and solutions for positioning the branches into the globe structure. Challenges with the Original Design The initial structural design, while visually impressive, posed significant challenges during the erection phase. The lack of tolerance in positioning the branches…
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Beyond Engineer Specifications-Steel profile
This blog focuses on a crucial aspect of detailing: collaborating with fabricators and understanding steel profiles. Structural engineers typically specify steel profiles based on their calculations. However, as detailers, we need to consider two critical factors: Product Availability: Is the specified material readily available in the market?Fabrication Feasibility: Can the profile be easily fabricated? Balancing…
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Addressing Erection Feasibility While Detailing
The Issue: How did we resolve the issue? Ensure that no weld is applied at the top of the bottom angle. This makes it easier to position the top angle during erection.If the welding had already been completed, you could grind the weld at the top of the bottom angle. This would afford enough clearance…
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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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How an Experienced Detailer Can Save on Rework
At TEK1, our extensive experience in detailing bridge projects has equipped us with the knowledge and foresight to minimize rework. Recently, we have been detailing two bridges for a leading company in Australia. Here’s a glimpse into how our expertise can prevent costly mistakes and ensure smooth project execution. Addressing Cladding Design Challenges We received…
