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  • Steel Detaling | LA

    Steel Detaling | LA

    Shop drawings to Steel Detailing | AISC | ASTM

    The Grand LA

    Los Angles

    Our Services

    Expert Steel Detailing Services

    Our Services for the City

    The Standards we Follow
    Our ServicesSteel Detailing
    Shop drawings to Steel Detailing | AISC | ASTM
    Steel Estimation
    We build a tekla model from Structural drawings in Tekla
    Produce the reports, give you the model and the reports with expert comments.
    Standards we followSteel detailing AISC 360 (Specification for Structural Steel Buildings): The foundational standard for the design, fabrication, and erection of structural steel.
    ASTM Specifications: All materials must be identified and traceable to specific ASTM standards (e.g., A992 for wide flanges, A36 for plates).
    OSHA StandardsWe follow OSHA Standards -1926.754, 1926.755, 1926.756

    Interesting Steel Structures in Los Angeles

    Ribbon Of Light
    Ribbon of LIght

    Ribbon of Light

    650 S Clarence St, Los Angeles, CA 90033

  • Stair Construction

    Steel or Timber Stair

    You want to install a stair for your builidng. Need to decide what type of construction should you use for your stair.

    Lot depends on what is the type of building, where is the stair, what is the asthetics required.

    In a residential building, probably what matters most is the asthics for a millionaire residence, cost and asthetics for a middle class house and probably just cost for a low end residential.

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    Steel or Timber Stair

    You want to install a stair for your builidng. Need to decide what type of construction should you use for your stair.

    Lot depends on what is the type of building, where is the stair, what is the asthetics required.

    In a residential building, probably what matters most is the asthics for a millionaire residence, cost and asthetics for a middle class house and probably just cost for a low end residential.

    (more…)

    Steel or Timber Stair

    You want to install a stair for your builidng. Need to decide what type of construction should you use for your stair.

    Lot depends on what is the type of building, where is the stair, what is the asthetics required.

    In a residential building, probably what matters most is the asthics for a millionaire residence, cost and asthetics for a middle class house and probably just cost for a low end residential.

    (more…)
  • Hand Logistics | Laverton | Steel Estimation

    Hand Logistics | Laverton | Steel Estimation

    Hawk Logistics Laverton | Steel Estimation
    Hawk Logistics Laverton

    Expert Steel Take Off for approx 100 tons

    Read more: Hand Logistics | Laverton | Steel Estimation

    This where you provide details of your project. Use good english. The best way is to dictate in tamil and and ask google to translate, instead of writing some bad engilish and asking AI to fix the English

  • Projects by Rama Krishan

    • The Importance of Adhering to Standards in Steel Detailing: A Case Study

    • Cardinia Road, Pakenham

    • Derrimut Bridge Pier Cladding

    • 7-19 Glider’s way Steel & Precast Model

    • Project :OAKLEIGH RECREATION CENTRE – TEK1

  • Steel Detailing Projects | Melbourne | Sydney | WA

    Steel Detailing Projects | Melbourne | Sydney | WA

    • Media wall

    • Steel Finishes – what are they? Why should I care?

    • Smooth Start: Step-by-Step Guide to Installing Tekla Structures with Environment, Catalogue & MTO Setup

    • Double-Story Precision: LGS Framing at Osgood Street, Guildford

  • Staff Memos

    Staff Memos

    • 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

      “In the world of steel detailing, failing to account for concrete variances can cost your client dearly. This case study from Duffy’s Forest serves as a vital reminder of why site surveys in steel detailing are non-negotiable. Without accurate site measurements, you risk massive on-site rectification costs—including crane hire and specialized labor crews—that can easily…

      Read more: 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 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?…

      Read more: Memo 41: Be aware of Risks, Transportation and Site Costs when making changes
    • Memo 40: What is your job as a detailer? Is it to simply do what the engineers said without question?

      Typically you receive And using them, you must make shop drawings. You must consider: Key Issues: You must question everything they suggest. Everything you see must pass the “smell test”. Do not put something ridiculous on the drawings simply because the engineer wrote it on HIS drawing. Your job is to apply your judgment to…

      Read more: Memo 40: What is your job as a detailer? Is it to simply do what the engineers said without question?
    • Memo 39: Remove any reference to “hourly billing” and expose prices to staff

      Why? And the ironic thing? We always quoted fixed prices Exposing Prices We’re going Fixed Pricing All the Way ….and we’re completely getting out of the business of mentioning hours. Is it a risk? Yes. Is it a big risk? No. What should you do? Normally you would quote your hours on the “cost justifications”…

      Read more: Memo 39: Remove any reference to “hourly billing” and expose prices to staff
  • Fast Track to a Tekla Career

    Fast Track to a Tekla Career

    Ready to trade that graduation cap for a career in 3D modeling?

    🎓🏗️ If you’re looking to break into the world of structural steel as a Tekla Detailer, we’ve got the ultimate “cheat code” to get you hired

    Here is your step-by-step roadmap to joining the Tek1 team:

    Get the Keys 🔑

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    Ready to trade that graduation cap for a career in 3D modeling?

    🎓🏗️ If you’re looking to break into the world of structural steel as a Tekla Detailer, we’ve got the ultimate “cheat code” to get you hired

    Here is your step-by-step roadmap to joining the Tek1 team:

    Get the Keys 🔑

    (more…)

    Ready to trade that graduation cap for a career in 3D modeling?

    🎓🏗️ If you’re looking to break into the world of structural steel as a Tekla Detailer, we’ve got the ultimate “cheat code” to get you hired

    Here is your step-by-step roadmap to joining the Tek1 team:

    Get the Keys 🔑

    (more…)
  • Large Material Take Off

    Large Material Take Off

    McKillops Take Off

    A 240 ton Material take completed in a very short time, accurately modelled.

    Estimation Accuracy and Speed

    With tested a tried processes, Tek1 offers fast turn around and accurate take offs. Your Estimation time is cut by weeks.

  • Installing Moodle on Lightsail

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