Steel Detailing | Precast Detailing

Category: Steel Detailing Projects

Steel Detailing projects Show case projects details by Tek1 pty ltd

  • TEK1’s Steel Detailing for Sydney Metro – Resolving Design Challenges – 8

    TEK1’s Steel Detailing for Sydney Metro – Resolving Design Challenges – 8

    In this blog, we share a proposal we made to the builder to make installation easier on-site.

    In the OTE platform steel, we provided a PSD beam (OTB5) to support the platform screen doors below. These beams will later need to coordinate with the door manufacturer’s system.

    However, in practice, structural steel is rarely placed in the exact designed level due to factors like concrete alignment, mill tolerances, and site conditions. If the beam is installed as per the design without adjustment options, it may not match the required level for the doors.

    To solve this, we proposed adding packer plates so the PSD beam level can be adjusted during installation.

    The client accepted our proposal, and this solution will make the erection and alignment process much easier on site.

  • Lathe Place, Unanderra

    Lathe Place, Unanderra

    This blog provides an overview of the modelling and detailing work completed for the Lathe place project at Unanderra.

    This industrial development has 3 block comprising of 12 units. Each block has precast panels all around with steel roof & awnings.

  • The Lonsdale-27 Scott St-FACADE COLUMNS

    The Lonsdale-27 Scott St-FACADE COLUMNS

    For the 27 Scott Street project, the client requested that the façade posts be installed with sufficient clearance so that the fixing anchors do not clash with the PT cable lines.

    We carefully followed the client’s requirements and coordinated the design to ensure that the anchors clear the PT cable lines. The steel was successfully erected without any issues.

    We would like to thank the client for giving us the opportunity to be part of this project.

  • Emu in the sky goes live

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    Iconic project by Chess Engineering

    hess Engineering.

    Detailed expertly by Tek1 with the following scope

    1. The Structure
    2. The Architecturals – Extremely Complex.
    3. The lighting fixtures

    Tek1’s A team was proud to be involved.

    We have completed this project with NIL errors for detailing side. It went extremely well with Chess too.

    Chess too hadextremely low stuff ups (as reported) You can see the trimble connect model of the entire proejct at our blog post

    View the trimble connect model

  • The Importance of Roof and Purlin Alignment in Detailing


    In Australian steel detailing, understanding roof and purlin specifications is essential for delivering precise and efficient designs. In this blog, I’ll share an experience highlighting the significance of addressing roof slope issues during detailing.


    The Issue


    In a structural drawing, the purlins were shown running north-south, which suggested that the roof slope would be east-west (since purlins are always perpendicular to the roof slope). However, when we reviewed the architectural drawings, the roof slope was indicated as running north-south—a direct contradiction.

    The Resolution


    We raised the issue with the client, who confirmed that the architectural drawings superseded the structural ones. Following this clarification, updated drawings were issued, with the roof slope correctly aligned in the east-west direction.


    Key Takeaways

    • Cross-Check Drawings: Always verify alignment between structural and architectural drawings, especially for critical elements like roof slopes.
    • Communicate Early: Raising discrepancies early saves time and prevents costly rework.
    • Stay Updated: Ensure you work with the most recent drawings to avoid confusion.

    Roof and purlin alignment might seem straightforward, but even small errors can have significant implications. Attention to detail and proactive communication are key to successful detailing.

  • Hammond care pergola

    TEK1 completed a Pergola project for a prominent organization in Australia. The goal was to provide detailed support steelwork for Pergolas.

  • MARYMEDE CATHOLIC COLLEGE – PLANTER BOX & STAIR

    MARYMEDE CATHOLIC COLLEGE – PLANTER BOX & STAIR

    We are proud to be a part of the team in Marymede Planter box project.

    Our detailing team worked closely with architects to ensure tolerances and offsets were met without compromising design intent With a limited fabrication and erection window, our detailing team adopted a fast-track workflow using Tekla Structures for 3D modeling.

    This allowed us to provide early shop drawings for procurement and parallel review of sections still under coordination.

  • Culvert Mould

    We were requested to develop a culvert mould for the precast manufacturere.

    Problems to Solve

    Culvert Mould
    • Reusable
    • Easy to de mould
    • No injury to personnel
    • Cheap.
    • Accuracy of final product.

    We have studied the requirements came up with a design. Submitted inital model with markups.

    Very few changes were done and the final design completed and shop drawings delivered.

    If you have any need for developing some tooling fixtures or anything which requires design, then Tek1 is the GOTO place.

  • TEK1’s Steel Detailing for Sydney Metro – Resolving Design Challenges – 7

    TEK1’s Steel Detailing for Sydney Metro – Resolving Design Challenges – 7

    In this blog, I’d like to share an issue we faced while detailing Platform Screen Door (PSD) support beams in a metro station project.

    Our scope was to provide structural beams to support the platform screen doors. The design also required stiffeners in these beams for structural strength.

    The Issue We Identified

    Before placing the stiffeners as per the design, we reviewed how the door frames would connect to the beams. During this check, we realized that the stiffeners could clash with the door frame supports.

    As expected, when we reviewed the door frame support details, the clash became clear.

    We raised this issue with the relevant team, and they advised us to modify the stiffener size so it would not interfere with the door frame supports.

    As detailers, we shouldn’t just place elements exactly as shown in the design. We must also think about how other components will connect and function.

    This is especially important when our steel supports secondary steel, equipment, or framing systems. A little extra attention during detailing can prevent major issues during installation.