Balancing Structural Integrity with Cost‑Effectiveness

Custom, code‑compliant designs meticulously crafted to meet project‑specific load requirements, optimize materials, and deliver fabrication‑ready documentation.

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What You Receive

Drawings

Joist & Deck drawing with all necessary Plan & Section detail along with wood nailer & shear stud layout

Digital Models

BIM (Revit/IFC/TEKLA), stud families, clash reports, coordination views.

BOM

Full Bill of Material for shop use.

Why Choose Our Joist & Girder Design Services?

Tailored for commercial, industrial, and large‑scale projects with precision and efficiency.

Accurate Sizing

Advanced analysis ensures strength for all load cases while optimizing weight to reduce material costs.

Improved Fabrication

Manufacturability‑focused details reduce shop errors and enable faster, seamless erection on site.

Shop BOM Creation

Comprehensive, procurement‑ready BOMs minimize waste and prevent ordering delays.

Efficient Bridging

Optimized bridging types and locations provide lateral stability without unnecessary material.

Heavy Load Design

Custom joists & girders rigorously verified for specialized, heavy, or dynamic loading.

Our Comprehensive Design Process

01 Initial Consultation

We capture unique load requirements, architectural plans, and structural goals for your project.

02 Detailed Analysis

We evaluate stresses, deflections, serviceability limits, and local code implications.

03 Design & Optimization

We develop precise member profiles and connections that minimize tonnage while meeting safety margins.

04 Final Documentation

We deliver drawings, BOMs, and technical specs ready for fabrication and erection.

Services Crafted for Results

Accurate joist and girder sizing using advanced software & principles following SJI & SDI.
Fabrication‑friendly specs that reduce rework and save time.
Detailed Bill of Materials for streamlined procurement.
Exact seat design with stiffeners and connection details.
Optimized bridging layout for maximum stability.
Heavy‑load solutions verified through rigorous stress analysis.

Key Benefits of Our Approach

From material savings to safer structures, our design philosophy creates measurable value.

Cost Efficiency

Optimized sections and precise docs reduce both material and labor costs.

Enhanced Safety

Rigorous checks and code alignment keep safety margins where they belong.

Reduced Timelines

Crystal‑clear deliverables accelerate fabrication and field work.

Customized Solutions

Bespoke designs tailored to function, environment, and budget.

Compliance & Standards

We design to leading industry codes and local regulations.

AISC Specifications

American Institute of Steel Construction guidelines form our core reference for member design and connections.

IBC

International Building Code provisions for structural safety, serviceability, and seismic/wind design.

Local Codes

We incorporate local jurisdictional amendments and permitting requirements.

Ready to Build Something Great?

Let's discuss your project. Our engineers are ready to partner with you to turn your vision into a precisely engineered, manufacturing-ready solution.

Example Case Study

Project: 100,000 sq ft industrial warehouse with complex roof loading.

Challenge: Large clear spans for machinery; high wind & snow loads; tight budget and schedule.

Solution: Custom joists/girders with optimized web & chord members.

Outcome: 15% reduction in steel tonnage; on‑time, under‑budget completion with smooth fabrication & erection.

Steel Tonnage Reduced

15%

Span Efficiency

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Optimized member profiles

Schedule

✓

Completed on time

Deliverables

Plan‑based stud layout with zone keys and schedules
Enlarged edge/penetration details, welding & inspection notes
BIM (Revit/IFC/TEKLA), clash reports & coordination views
Procurement‑ready BOM with counts per member/zone

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