EXPERT STEEL DETAILING BIM & SURVEY SERVICES
At Direct Detailing, we are dedicated to transforming the way steel fabricators think about detailing and surveying services. Our mission is to provide exceptional quality and unparalleled customer experience.
Tekla Structures
A steel detailer uses the architect AND engineer's plans to produce the shop drawings for the fabricator. A very generalized description of this relationship can be described like this... the architect designs the look of the structure, and the engineer calculates the required sizes and locations of the steel to make the structure safe and strong. Finally, the steel detailer uses both sets of plans to provide detailed drawings with exact dimensions and lengths for each individual part that the welder and installer and actually use.
CHOOSING THE RIGHT DETAILER IS PARAMOUNT
A steel detailer plays a tremendous role in the overall project progress. The detailer must be familiar with regulations and guidelines from all aspects of construction. HSE, minimum bearing limits, and common standards/practices must be included in the detailer's skill set. A good detailer can make even the most complex project very feasible for any fabricator. At Direct Detailing, we let our track record do the boasting. 80% of our business comes from repeat customers. Our rates are very reasonable, our customers know what to expect each time they choose us as their detailing firm for those "delicate" or "tougher" projects. We'd like the opportunity to impress your company.
TEKLA STRUCTURES
DIRECT DETAILING was an early adopter of cutting edge 3D steelwork detailing software technology and has maintained this leading approach through a transition to new technology BIM software.
Currently we utilise both Tekla Structures software to produce our steelwork deliverables. This combination gives us maximum flexibility to assign detailers and projects appropriately for our Clients.
Our policy is to maintain and update our software and IT infrastructure technology to both benefit our Clients and as a business.
3D Laser Scanner Surveys
A 3D laser scanner sends out laser beams in different directions, measuring distances to objects by calculating the time it takes for the emitted laser pulses to bounce back.
These scanners are equipped with high-resolution cameras, aiding in capturing colour and texture details. By utilising multiple scans from different positions, a comprehensive 3D point cloud can be created, which represents the scanned area.
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During a 3D laser scanning survey, scanners are strategically placed at different vantage points to cover the entirety of the area or building being surveyed.
The scanner collects millions of data points, creating a detailed point cloud model. This model accurately depicts the scanned space, including intricate details such as textures, dimensions, and even minute irregularities.
How information is delivered to clients
Once the scanning process is complete, special software is used to handle the collected data. The 3D point cloud model that is made can be sent in a number of different forms, such as CAD (Computer-Aided Design) or BIM (Building Information Modelling) files.
The end product can also be published in Trimble Realworks Viewer format. With a free plug-in, you can view, change, zoom in on, measure, and make notes on point cloud image data.
It’s quick and simple to use, and it lets you get coordinates and measured lengths from point cloud data. We can give you scans in a number of formats, such as 2D and 3D AutoCAD drawings, point clouds, and rectified images.
Advantages of 3D laser scanning surveys
Accuracy and precision: 3D laser scanning gives very exact measurements, which cuts down on possible mistakes during the building and design process.
Timesaving: traditional measuring methods often take a long time. 3D laser scanning on the other hand speeds up the data collection process, saving time and resources.
Comprehensive data: laser-scanned models hold a lot of information which is useful for building engineering and architecture.
Reduced costs: 3D laser scanning streamlines the survey process, and makes sure details aren’t missed as often, which lowers project costs overall.
Non-contact data capture: these surveys are also non-contact and non-invasive, making them the best option for sensitive environments, such as heritage sites.