Objective of Steel StructureUsing state of the art technology, we formulate the technical specifications for the structure, and develop shop drawings for fabrication and erection.We evaluate the plans and the technical information provided, taking into consideration the economic parameters, in order to prepare a proposal that includes cost and a project schedule.Steel Engineering Inc. offers you professional team support, to make your project stay on schedule while optimizing costs.While the weight of a steel structure is a major component of the total cost, the minimization of the cost should be the final objective for optimum use of available resources. The total cost of a steel structure includesthe material cost of structural members such as beams, columns, and bracings,the fabrication cost including the material costs of connection elements, bolts, and electrodes and the labor cost,the cost of transporting the fabricated pieces to the construction field, andthe erection cost including the material costs of connection elements, bolts, and electrodes and the labor cost.Advantages of Steel StructuresThere are numerous advantages to structural steel framing when compared to other materials such as concrete or timber:Larger Clear SpansStructural steel framing easily and economically accommodates 40' x 40' (12m x 12m) and larger clear spaces, which gives an owner more flexibility with office layouts.Smaller ColumnsSteel columns are smaller than concrete columns, which means more useable space and less visual obstructions.Economical Design FlexibilityClear spans, cantilevers, skewed walls, sloping surfaces, curved framing, atria, floor openings, special aesthetic features, and unusual loadings are all easily and economically accommodated with steel.Simple Modification and RenovationIf additional loads are added to the structure sometime in the future, steel can be easily reinforced to handle the weight. Likewise, new floor openings for elevators, stairwells and architectural or mechanical requirements can be easily accommodated.Reduced Construction TimeSteel framing can be rapidly purchased, fabricated and erected. Steel´s ease of design and construction readily lends itself to fast-track construction.Reduced Foundation CostsSteel lighter weight allows for a smaller less expensive foundation.Reduced Construction Financing CostsSteel can be erected more quickly and the building can be occupied sooner, which reduces interest costs on construction financing. An if there is leasable space included in the project, cash flows starts flowing sooner.Superior Seismic PerformanceSteel´s ductility makes it the premiere structural material for economically resisting eartquakes. An owner needs to consider both life safety and how much of the structure is recoverable after a seismic event. Steel framing maximizes both of these factors.Complete RecyclabilityMost steel sold today has been recycled, and nearly all steel taken from demolition projects is 100% recycled.Structural steel detailing is the critical process of generating highly elaborated drawings for steel fabricators, erectors and contractors. These drawings involve plans, elevations, sections, estimates, reports and preliminary documents that are required for fabricating and installing steel members. Steel components such as steel joists, roof trusses, beams, columns, girders, stairs and metal decks thoroughly detailed in this process.Structural steel detailing work plays an important role in various industries like building construction, industrial plants, refineries, malls, commercial construction amid others. Anything that is big enough to require structural steel will likewise employ structural steel detailing work. Moreover, the inputs of architects, engineers and contractors are seamlessly integrated into steel detailing process. Since detailers are not the only ones who are responsible for the efficiency of design, it is mandatory for engineers and architects to review each detailing work before it is used for fabrication purpose.The process involves two types of drawings:Shop drawingsErection drawingsShop drawings are generally used by the fabricator to construct steel members and contain specific information on dimensions, sizes, standards and materials needed among others.Erection drawings, on the other hand, explain the contractor the right way and site of placing fabricated steel members. These include details and guidelines for various processes involved such as anchor setting, bolting and welding.Nowadays Structural steel detailing is performed using advance computer aided design technologies such as AutoCAD and Tekla allowing detailer to visualize the member in 3D environment to detect potential interferences and reduce coordination errors significantly.Structural steel detailing is a complex yet very critical procedure. It requires intelligence, right perception, powerful analysis of geometry, drafting and communication in order to deliver precise drawings on time, in compliance with AISC, CISC, BS and other international standards.However, you can think of outsourcing steel structure detailing work to companies having skilled steel detailers, latest technologies and established infrastructure to live up to your expectations on consistent basis along with offshore economies.