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10 Common Field Issues Solved Easily by SDS/2

Steel detailing is the most critical part of any construction project. A minor error can cause devastating affect which is hard to visualize on visualize on paper or even in a 3D model. This fact stands strong when erection takes place, such as clearance for tools or beam placement. And yet erection is where issues and conflicts cost the most—as the industry adage goes, errors cost $10 for a detailer to fix, $100 for the fabricator, and $1000 for the erector (Source – SDS/2). SDS/2 software is built at a solution provider level considering the end goal of any project. Their advanced erectability intelligence minimises job site complications by reducing possible human errors and with accurate connection design calculations. Below are 10 common field issues widely observed at job sites;

1. Insufficient Bolt Clearance : Specifications for bolt clearance are provided by the AISC and are encountered on nearly every construction project. SDS/2’s connection design adheres to these standards by default, but you can also go further and control for both hex head and tension control bolts, as well as large or small tension control tools.

2. OSHA safety connections: Safety Connections can also be generating automatically according to AISC and OSHA requirements. These allow bolts to be installed for one beam until the opposing beam and all shared bolts can be installed.

3. Erection aids: Similarly, erection holes are added to the model where bolts will be needed to hold braces in place while they are welded in the field.

4. Inadequate framing clearance: Placing shear tabs on opposite ends sides of beams makes the erection process easier, allowing erectors to swing beams into position without having to clear both shear plates.

5. Incorrect material orientation: With SDS/2, you can automatically design symmetrical shear plates with holes centered on the plate, making it impossible for fabricators or erectors to install the plate backwards.

6. Conflicts with opposing connections: With offset beam-to-beam connections, SDS/2 can adjust for larger angle sizes on shared connections to avoid conflicts with opposing bolts.

7. Inadequate connection clearance: To ensure a smooth erection process, SDS/2 automatically copes flanges for various conditions, including drop down installation, flange thinning on narrower columns, and bolt clashes

8. Tool clearance: Additionally, SDS/2 will extend shear plates past the flange to create clearance for tension control tools and for ease of erection where stiffeners are required because of moment connections.

9. Shank out: Even something as particular as adding washers to prevent shank out can be handled automatically in SDS/2.

10. Over-designed connections: Expanded bolt spacing is a bonus feature for both fabricators and erectors. Running connection optimization in SDS/2, you can eliminate unnecessary bolts, which means fewer holes to drill in the fabrication shop and fewer bolts to install in the field.

Making on the filed last minute adjustments/changes is a daunting task for any fabricator. These changes cause delay in work, put workers at risk and even the integrity of the project is questioned. HPR Synergy is one of the few steel detailing companies that have enough SDS/2 genuine licensed software and we work closely with SDS/2 in fighting piracy. Our team has over 25 years combined experience using SDS/2 to detail simple to complex projects across the US and Canada. Talk to our experts today for a well-defined roadway to complete your detailing projects on time and at low cost using SDS/2 software.

Structural Steel detailing is the most crucial part when it comes to scheduling, with our resulted oriented project management techniques we guarantee to hit the timelines every time irrespective of the complexity of the project. Our highly experienced project managers maintain close relationship with our clients and work with their team to ensure smooth flow of work even after submitting the final drawings. Adhering to our ethical and transparent work culture, HPR Synergy Engineers work within the guidelines set by AISC and CISC. Structural Steel detailing is the most crucial part when it comes to scheduling, with our resulted oriented project management techniques we guarantee to hit the timelines every time irrespective of the complexity of the project. Our highly experienced project managers maintain close relationship with our clients and work with their team to ensure smooth flow of work even after submitting the final drawings. Adhering to our ethical and transparent work culture, HPR Synergy Engineers work within the guidelines set by AISC and CISC.

Our structural steel design and detailing experts are available 24/7 and are happy to answer your queries and dispel any doubts that you may have. You may call us at
+1 909 774 0004 or email us at sales@hprsynergy.com for any query.

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