Steel Detailing | Precast Detailing | Estimation

Category: Steel Detailing

  • Complex Tekla Model – Emu in the Sky

    Complex Tekla Model – Emu in the Sky

    The Client

    Chess Industries was the client here. We were ably guided by Mohan and Mike on this project. We also put in our two cents worth cutting costs, eleminating problems before they crystallized.

    Jigs

    The jigs and tooling required was thought about even before we started. We have proposed certain tooling, which Chess have made some slight modifications. The tooling was part of the modelling, which simplified the fabrication of the entire job.

    Connection Design

    We have taken the concept design. Identified problems with the design which could make fabrication erection extremely difficult. Chalked out certain proposals. Mohan and Mike expanded on our ideas came out with a proposal which all were happy to work with. The result is easy fabrication and assembly.

    Tekla Model

    You can view the trimble connect Tekla Model at this link

    Emu in the Sky

  • Minimum Pocket Depth for Coloumns

    Minimum Pocket Depth for Coloumns

    What is the minimum pocket depth required for rebated coloumns

    The minimum washer size is 3 mm. This could be different. If nothing is mentioned use 3 mm.

    The minimum bolt stick out should be 1 pitch. For M20 it is 2.5 mm. Use 10 mm stick out.

    Also there is grout. Pockets when cast could be of different depths. Use design grout of 15 mm minimum.

    The top of the bolt should be 35 mm below slab level to prevent concrete Cracking.

    Hence to be practical use 100 mm pocket depth with a base plate thickness of 16 mm and bolt size of 20 mm.

  • Handling Complex Geometry – Ribbon

    Handling Complex Geometry – Ribbon

    Recently, we were awarded a project to detail a curved section on the bridge for a reputed organization in Australia. The geometry involved presented some unique challenges.

    From the elevation, the structure followed a non-linear zig-zag curvature, creating a dynamic and aesthetically driven form.

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