CompuSteel Detailing Frequently Asked Questions

Our detailers are proficient in three of the leading detailing software packages in use today, Tekla Structures, Advance Steel and ProSteel 3D.

Please see the following links for more information:

Tekla | ProSteel | Advance Steel

Every drawing is checked before leaving our office unless you specify, for scheduling purposes, to put the drawings into the approval process unchecked. If this is the case, checking will occur during the approval process and final changes will be made when drawings return from approval, along with any approval changes due to markups.

Yes, whenever requested we can provide CNC files at no extra charge.

When the structural model is complete (not including connections), a preliminary bill can be generated with center-to-center lengths of all main structural members.

We can detail drawings in the size you prefer. Our drawings start as .dwg files, which we print electronically and send to you as .pdf's.

We can email drawings to you, upload to your website, make available to you for download via Google Drive or Dropbox.

Yes, we can give you a "ballpark" figure based on a tonnage, and adjust as needed when plan documents are received. Because there is so much variability in an estimate based on tonnage, the more information you can supply us, i.e. type of structure, materials, etc., the more accurate we can be. Of course, the most accurate estimates can be arrived at by reviewing the actual "For Construction" documents.

Small projects for established customers can often be put into the schedule right away. Typically, a larger project will require a lead time of a month. Our project managers and scheduling department do a great job of juggling schedules, detailers, and using overtime to deliver projects on schedule and within reasonable timelines from the beginning to end of a project. Contact us for more information on scheduling your project.

We are experienced RFI (Request for Information) writers, and will review a project at the outset for any areas where we foresee problems (lack of information, conflicts, etc.). Larger projects often require extensive communication and RFI documentation; we can handle the record-keeping necessary to ensure the project is handled as smoothly and efficiently as possible. In the event that necessary information cannot be received in a timely manner, we will work with you, the fabricator, to arrive at a plan of action, whether it be to detail around the areas in question, adjust the schedule, etc. When projects are extensively delayed with ongoing construction bulletins or architect's supplemental information, there can be an additional cost for extra detailing, but you will know that cost up-front and give approval before any detailing occurs.