Over the past 20 years, timber frames have evolved considerably, moving beyond traditional straight timber pieces to embrace innovative construction techniques. Modern timber framing integrates fabricated elements like posi struts, engineered beams, and trusses, offering improved structural integrity, design flexibility, construction efficiency, and aesthetically appealing homes. With our vast experience, we are well-versed in both old and new methods, ensuring top-notch solutions for all timber framed constructions.
We have extensive experience collaborating with Light Gauge Steel (LGS) manufacturers, ensuring seamless integration of LGS framing with structural steel components. We adapt our approach to accommodate the evolving industry, working directly with fabricators using IFC and 3D models, resulting in significantly reduced modelling and detailing time. Rest assured, we prioritise precision and efficiency in every project we undertake.
As part of our services, we offer column setout assistance to our customers. This alleviates their stress and ensures the job fits together seamlessly. We conduct site checks to verify that concrete and frames align with the plan, providing confidence to the fabricator that everything will come together accurately. If any adjustments are required, we address them before the steelwork reaches the site, guaranteeing a smooth installation process.
We offer a comprehensive quote based on the architectural and engineering drawings you provide to us. Our quoting process usually takes between 24-48 hours.
Once the quote has been approved, all IFC architectural and engineering drawings are emailed through to us, along with architectural CAD files, floor truss layouts and window schedules.
Our skilled detailers use cutting-edge Tekla software to create detailed 2D and 3D models of the steel components required for the construction project.
Throughout the detailing process, we maintain close collaboration with engineers and architects to ensure alignment with design requirements and standards.
We generate accurate easy to read marking plans for all our clients to view, along with links to view the 3D model online using Trimble Connect. We then conduct a site measure to verify all dimensions.
We prepare fabrication drawings that will guide the steel fabrication process and on-site construction.
Regular communication with builders to ensure a clear understanding of project progress and any design changes.
We efficiently manage revisions to accommodate any alterations in the project design.
We deliver all-inclusive workshop drawings, including assembly, member, and plate drawings, as well as marking plans, lists, NC files, and DXF files. Additionally, we provide links to 3D views with overlayed architectural drawings, empowering our customers to review and approve the fabrication process with confidence.