Profits and significance of structural detailing and modeling Both structural detailing and modeling are integral part of structural design process wherein one results into the production of high quality technical drawings which are optimized by manufacturers and installers of the structural framework, whereas other results into the creation of detailed structural model which helps architects and engineers in design evaluation and analysis. Different software products are required by design and construction professionals when it comes to the execution of structural detailing and structural modeling services such as Tekla and Revit respectively. Benefits of structural detailing and structural modeling •
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Structural detailing is a decisive part of structural design process as highly intricate and detailed technical drawings are developed by detailers only with the assistance of initial sketches provided by structural engineers and architects. In the worldwide Architectural, Engineering and Construction industry technical structural drawings (shop drawings and erection drawings) which are optimized for fabrication and erection of structural components are developed in Tekla. Exclusive and complex details about structural components such as columns, beams, joists, rebar, trusses and handrail etc. are included in fabrication drawings which are allotted to fabricators for the correct manufacturing of these parts. Accurate dimensions, sizes and shapes of components, welding, bolting and painting information, material specifications and instructions related to manufacturing standards are contained in an effectively organized manner in shop drawings/fabrication drawings. So with the effective support of the drawings produced at the time of detailing, manufacturers can fabricate the components with accurate details. If structural components are manufactured with high accuracy then it becomes easy for structural erectors to install them properly. On the other hand structural modeling is highly instrumental when it comes to review and analysis of the design in terms of its validity. The potential of structural components to resist the load can be effectively analyzed by structural engineers when elements are showcased in 3D environment. 3D structural models are also very effective when it comes to pointing out design collisions and clashes. Structural models are generally developed by implementing LOD 400 or LOD 500 so that minor details can be modeled which greatly helps in structural analysis.