Comprehensive Advance Steel fabrication drafting, connection design calculations, and modular access platform modeling for industrial expansion.
Project Overview
Detailed structural steel modeling and fabrication drafting for an extensive industrial plant expansion in Abu Dhabi, involving heavy pipe racks, modular maintenance platforms, access stair towers, and equipment support skids.
Engineering Approach
- Detailed 3D Modeling: Modeled all structural members, gusset plates, stiffeners, and anchor bolts using Advance Steel and Tekla Structures.
- Connection Design & Verification: Performed AISC and British Standard code checks for high-load bolted and welded connections.
- Automated CNC & DSTV Generation: Extracted direct NC files for automated beam cutting, plate burning, and drilling machinery.
- Comprehensive Shop Drawings: Produced over 450 assembly sheets, single-part shop drawings, and 3D erection diagrams with clear mark numbering.
Results & Handover
All fabricated steel modules were erected on site with zero field modifications required, cutting project assembly timeline by 22%.