Steel Detailing Services in Tekla/Revit — BIM Metal Structures Detailing (LOD 350–400)
We provide steel detailing services and BIM metal structures detailing for fabricators and EPC companies across the United States and the European Union: coordinated Tekla/Revit models, connection detailing, shop and erection drawings, NC1/DSTV/DXF exports, and complete BOM/BOQ and bolt lists. Kick off an outsourced project in 24–72 hours with your inputs (IFC/DWG/PDF) and NDA, and get a clear USD/ton rate before we start.
Typical use cases: industrial frames, pipe racks, platforms, stairs & handrails, warehouses and BIM-based steel shop drawings for EN 1090 and AISC projects.
USD/ton pricing for steel detailing services. Regional and complexity multipliers apply. First-project discount −10% or fixed price for pilot ≤300 t.
USD/ton pricing for BIM metal structures detailing (US/EU)
We quote most steel detailing services in USD per ton of modeled and detailed steel. For partial scopes (e.g. only shop drawings or only joints) we can switch to per-sheet or per-joint pricing.
Essentials — LOD 350
GA + assemblies; preliminary connections for coordination and tender steel packages.
EU $279 / t
USA $309 / t
Pro — LOD 400
Full steel shop and erection drawings, NC1/DSTV/DXF, BOM/BOQ and bolt lists.
EU $329 / t
USA $369 / t
Premium — LOD 400 + QC
LOD 400 + independent checker + BIM coordination for complex or high-risk steel structures.
EU $369 / t
USA $409 / t
Per-ton rates by LOD & complexity
| LOD | Complexity | EU ($/t) | USA ($/t) | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| LOD 300 | A — Simple | $195 | $215 | GA, basic member sizing |
| LOD 300 | B — Standard | $225 | $249 | GA with typical details |
| LOD 300 | C — Complex | $255 | $279 | Industrial / mezzanines |
| LOD 350 | A — Simple | $255 | $279 | GA + preliminary connections |
| LOD 350 | B — Standard | $285 | $315 | More bracing/stairs/platforms |
| LOD 350 | C — Complex | $315 | $349 | Trusses/curved/tight tolerances |
| LOD 400 | A — Simple | $329 | $369 | Shop/erection + NC1/DSTV/DXF + BOM |
| LOD 400 | B — Standard | $365 | $399 | Stairs, rails, platforms |
| LOD 400 | C — Complex | $405 | $449 | Heavy welds, complex joints |
| LOD 450 | As-built | +20% to LOD 400 | Scan-to-steel +$33/t | |
Per-sheet / per-joint options
For small scopes or very strict client standards, we can price steel detailing services per drawing or per joint.
| Drawing type | EU ($) | USA ($) | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| GA / Erection plan or elevation | $65–$120 | $72–$130 | Client title blocks |
| Assembly (shop) drawing | $30–$59 | $33–$65 | Per assembly |
| Single part (SP) drawing | $3.5–$6.5 | $4–$7 | Per unique part |
| Bolt list & BOM | Included @ LOD 400 | Or $0.45/bolt standalone | |
| CNC/NC1/DSTV/DXF | Included @ LOD 400 | Formats per request | |
| Joint type | EU ($) | USA ($) | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shear plate/angle (std.) | $18–$30 | $20–$34 | With fabricator library |
| Base plate / moment / haunch | $42–$89 | $46–$99 | Design-intense joints |
| Stairs/handrails node | $26–$49 | $29–$55 | Guardrails included |
Add-ons
- Connection engineering calcs (std.) — $25 / joint
- Connection engineering calcs (complex) — $49 / joint
- PE/SE stamping (via partners) — $280–$350 / sheet/state
- Seismic detailing (AISC 341) — +$39 / t
- Stainless/HSS heavy weld focus — +$19 / t
- Scan-to-steel (point cloud) — +$33 / t
- Independent model check — +$9 / t
- BIM coordination / clash (IFC/Navisworks) — +$13 / t
Discounts, SLA & terms
- Volume discount per project/month: 0–50 t (base), 51–150 t (−8%), 151–300 t (−12%), 301–600 t (−18%), 600+ t custom (target −22%)
- Capacity (LOD 400): 80–120 t/week (2 shifts). First deliverables in ~72 h
- Rush: +25% (72 h) / +45% (48 h) / +75% (24 h)
- Two minor revision cycles included; then hourly
- Minimum order: $800
- Payment: 30% advance, balance by milestones (weekly for new clients, NET 7)
Example: EU project, 120 t (Pro LOD 400)
Base: 120 t × $329/t = $39,480
Volume discount (−8%): $3,158 → After discount: $36,322
Connection calcs: 380 joints × $25 = $9,500
TOTAL ≈ $45,822
Example: USA project, 220 t (Premium LOD 400)
Effective rate: EU $369 × 1.10 (USA) × 1.15 (complex) ≈ $467/t
Base: 220 t × $467 = $102,740
Volume discount (−12%): $12,329 → After discount: $90,411
Seismic (AISC 341): $8,580 • PE/SE stamp: $13,800
TOTAL ≈ $112,791
Steel detailing deliverables & method
Our steel detailing company works as an extension of your in-house team: we follow your standards, provide BIM-ready models and fabrication documentation, and keep RFIs and surprises at the shop to a minimum.
Deliverables (standard)
- Tekla/Revit model per LOD (350–400), BIM metal structures detailing with named assemblies
- Shop & erection drawings (PDF/DWG), GA plans and elevations for fabrication & site teams
- NC1/DSTV/DXF files for cutting, bending & drilling machines
- Complete BOM/BOQ and bolt list (XLSX/CSV) and material take-off (MTO)
- Clash reports & issue tracking (BCF/Navisworks), documented revision log
Method & QA/QC
- Standards: AISC 360/341, EN 1993 (Eurocode 3), EN 1090, AWS D1.1
- Title-block, layers and numbering aligned to fabricator standards and project BEP
- Independent checker review for Premium LOD 400 projects
- Weekly coordination calls; milestone sign-off and transparent progress reports
- Traceable IDs, tolerances and erection sequence notes to support safe installation
FAQ — steel detailing services & BIM metal structures
How do you estimate — per ton or per sheet?
We default to USD/ton for full scopes (LOD 350/400) because it matches how fabricators track tonnage. For partial tasks, very small jobs or strict client standards, we switch to per-sheet or per-joint pricing. You can mix models across the same project.
Are NC1/DSTV, DXF and BOM/BOQ included?
Yes, for LOD 400 packages. NC1, DSTV, DXF and BOM/BOQ exports are part of our standard steel detailing services. For LOD 300/350 work we can price them as standalone items if you only need fabrication data.
What are your lead times & rush options?
First deliverables typically arrive within ~72 h after kickoff. Rush multipliers apply when you need 24–72 h steel shop drawings or erection plans: +25% (72 h), +45% (48 h), +75% (24 h), subject to scope and tonnage.
Do you cover seismic and PE stamping in the US?
Yes. Seismic detailing follows AISC 341 (+$39/t on affected tonnage). PE/SE stamping is available via licensed partners in the US ($280–$350 per sheet/state) and is quoted separately.
Which deliverables are standard?
Tekla/Revit native models, IFC, NC1/DSTV, DXF, PDF, XLSX BOM/BOQ, bolt lists and issue logs. Two minor revision cycles are included in all LOD 350–400 packages.
What’s the minimum order & payment terms?
The minimum order is $800. Payment terms: 30% advance; balance by milestones (weekly for new clients; NET 7 for ongoing partners).