Engineering-Led Detailing
At Hadeed, we treat shop detailing as an engineering discipline. Our team is led by Chartered Professional Engineers who oversee the creation of all fabrication drawings. We don’t just copy what’s on the architectural plans; instead, we review the designs for structural logic and practical application. If we find a connection that looks difficult to weld or a beam that might be hard to transport, we raise these issues early. This proactive stance ensures that the shop detailing process adds value to your project rather than just documenting it.
Advanced 3D Modeling and BIM
We use Tekla Structures to create a complete digital version of your project. This 3D model includes every single component of the steel frame, from the largest main elements to the smallest welds. This process, Building Information Modeling (BIM), allows us to see the entire structure before any steel is cut. We use this model to check for clashes where different parts of the building might interfere with each other. Resolving these issues in a virtual environment is far cheaper than trying to fix them once the steel arrives at the site. Our structural steel detailing relies on these high-fidelity models to produce fabrication drawings that are as close to perfect as possible.
Clear and Comprehensive Documentation
The output of our shop detailing service is a complete package of information designed for the people doing the work. Our documentation includes assembly drawings for the shop, single-part drawings for individual pieces of steel, and clear installation plans for the site crew. We also generate the digital files needed for modern fabrication machinery. Our shop drawing services in Australia include providing CNC and DXF files that go directly into automated cutting and drilling machines. This reduces the need for manual data entry in the workshop and further lowers the chance of human error.
Seamless Integration with Fabrication Workflows
Every workshop has its own way of doing things. We maintain open lines of communication with your workshop manager and site foreman to ensure the drawings meet their needs. If a question arises during the fabrication process, our team is available to provide quick answers and updates. We see ourselves as a partner in your project, working alongside you to make sure the steel moves through the shop and onto the truck without delay. Our collaborative approach is a core part of how we deliver our shop detailing services.
Focus on Site Safety and Constructability
We focus heavily on constructability during the shop detailing phase. We consider how cranes will lift the steel, where workers will stand to tighten bolts, and how the temporary stability of the structure will be maintained during assembly. By thinking about these site factors during the creation of your steel shop drawings, we help create a safer working environment for the installation crews. We look for ways to simplify connections or reduce the amount of on-site welding required, which speeds up the build and lowers the risk of accidents.
