Structural Steel Take-Offs in Buildxact

Tutorial

Structural Steel Take-Offs in Buildxact

Summary

This tutorial, presented by Jacob from Campbell's Estimating Services, guides you through the process of completing structural steel take-offs using Buildxact. The tutorial covers the steps to identify and input various structural steel components, select finishes, and account for additional requirements such as cutting, drilling, and packing. It also includes tips on using Buildxact's tools effectively.

Step By Step Guide

  1. Introduction - 00:00:08
  2. Jacob introduces himself and the topic of the tutorial.
  3. Navigating Buildxact - 00:00:19
  4. Overview of the Buildxact interface and the pre-uploaded structural steel sections and plans.
  5. Identifying Structural Steel Components - 00:00:33
  6. Explanation of Pfcs, UBS, and UCS.
  7. Switching to the plans and take-off page to identify required components.
  8. Reviewing Engineering Plans - 00:00:52
  9. Reviewing the ground floor framing plan.
  10. Identifying specific steel components like bearers and columns.
  11. Estimating Costs - 00:02:17
  12. Returning to the estimate costings page.
  13. Jumping between tabs to cross-reference plans and costings.
  14. Selecting Finishes - 00:02:56
  15. Selecting finishes for Pfcs (e.g., galvanized, primed, or raw).
  16. Considerations for selecting finishes based on job location and requirements.
  17. Inputting Structural Steel Components - 00:03:56
  18. Inputting Pfcs into Buildxact.
  19. Adding cutting charges, drilling allowances, and additional cleats and plates.
  20. Carpentry Labour - 00:05:23
  21. Adding carpentry labour for beam installation.
  22. Using the Take-Off Tool - 00:05:51
  23. Using the take-off tool to measure and input beam lengths.
  24. Example of inputting B1 and B2 beams.
  25. Timber Packing - 00:07:13
  26. Including timber packing in the structural steel section.
  27. Determining dimensions and allowances for timber packing.
  28. Calculating Timber Packing Requirements - 00:09:00
  29. Using Buildxact's calculator for timber packing.
  30. Adjusting lengths and quantities for timber packing.
  31. Additional Considerations - 00:14:25
  32. Considering joist connections and additional requirements.
  33. Selecting external timber packing for galvanized beams.
  34. Delivery and Welding - 00:16:49
  35. Adding delivery and welding allowances.
  36. Considering the need for Genie lifts or cranes for heavy beams.
  37. Completing the Pfc Section - 00:19:08
  38. Finalizing the Pfc section in Buildxact.
  39. Other Structural Steel Sections - 00:19:20
  40. Reviewing rectangular hollow sections, SHS, and CHS.
  41. Inputting SHS components and selecting finishes.
  42. Final Review - 00:26:01
  43. Reviewing and finalizing all structural steel sections.
  44. Adding specifications and additional details as needed.
  45. Conclusion - 00:27:00
  46. Wrapping up the tutorial and inviting questions.


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