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Blogs By Tek1 on Steel detailing, Precast Panel Detailing, Stairs, Projects,

  • .Net | Python Ruby on Rails

    • Batch Edit a Part in Tekla Structures

      TeklaStructures has a batch editing utility for Assemblies. However, if we have to batch edit parts there is nothing. Expert Steel Detailers demand Utilities Our detailers have demanded that we develop a utility to do batch editing of parts. Tekla API to the rescue The plugin was created with dot net api. FAQ Is this…

    • How to do some simple projections via AutoCAD’s .net API

      Shows how to conduct a basic projection using AutoCAD’s .net API

    • How to create a rotated dimension (Tutorial) – AutoCAD .NET API

    • Tekla Open API: How to access a Tekla Model Object from the Equivalent Object in a Drawing?

      The trick is to use to the drawing’s “PartIdentifier” to select the relevant object in the model space. Once you’ve done that, you can query the model object for whatever you want. Here is a code sample I’ve extracted from one of our Tekla API Applications. The basic steps: SinglePartDrawing singlePartDrawing = (SinglePartDrawing)drawing;Tekla.Structures.Model.ModelObject modelObject =…

    • QR Code on Drawings

      We are now placing smart QR codes on drawings. Why? What benefit is accrued by doing so? Instructions on how to make it work Rules – To prevent obsolete data from being used or shown Updating the Drawings: Setting up the template

  • Steel Stairs | Melbourne | Sydney | WA

    Steel Stairs | Melbourne | Sydney | WA

  • SHED | DARETON NSW

    SHED | DARETON NSW

    Trimble Connect Model
    Darenton-NSW
    Darenton-NSW

    Project Location: Daren Town

    State: NSW

  • 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

  • Staff Memos

    Staff Memos

    • Memo 46 – If you don’t have a professional license, or are not an expert: don’t comment.

      Also: Should you charge for your opinion? Someone asks you for a professional opinion on an area that is not your area. Rule 1: If it is not your area of expertise: don’t give your opinion Rule 2: If it is your expertise: make sure you charge for it Case Study: [To be inserted]

      Read more: Memo 46 – If you don’t have a professional license, or are not an expert: don’t comment.

    • Memo 45 – Insurance and Admission of Errors

      We have professional indemnity insurance at Tek1. As part of our policy – on anything which may give rise to a claim you are not allowed to admit liability or mistakes. In fact, people will try to get you to admit – to make you the person at fault – when it could be the…

      Read more: Memo 45 – Insurance and Admission of Errors

    • Memo 44 – Formatting Required for MTOs (Checklist for Material Take Offs)

      Key links: Please supply checklist and special notes with every take off report you complete. What is the purpose of an MTO? The Actual MTO report: (a) Full Material List (b) The second: Excel – Material List – which shows all sub-totals. (c) IFC file. (d) db1 file (e) and if applicable, your .dwg line…

      Read more: Memo 44 – Formatting Required for MTOs (Checklist for Material Take Offs)

    • Staff Memo – Webmail Login

      Please use the following link to login to your tek1 engineering services mail: https://gvam1290.siteground.biz/webmail/mail/

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