Steel Detailing Services in Tekla/Revit — BIM Metal Structures Detailing (LOD 350–400)
We provide steel detailing services and BIM metal structures detailing in Tekla Structures and Revit for fabricators, EPC companies and general contractors across the United States and the European Union: coordinated structural steel models, connection detailing, steel shop drawings and erection plans, 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 steel detailing rate before we start.
Typical use cases: industrial and process steel frames, pipe racks, platforms, stairs & handrails, mezzanines, warehouses and BIM-based structural steel shop drawings for EN 1090 and AISC projects across the US and EU.
Transparent USD/ton pricing for structural steel detailing services. Regional and complexity multipliers apply. First-project discount −10% or fixed price for a pilot ≤300 t. Long-term outsourced steel detailing partnerships available for US & EU fabricators.
USD/ton pricing for steel detailing services & BIM metal structures (US/EU)
We quote most steel detailing services in clear USD per ton of modeled and detailed steel. This makes it easy to plan fabrication cost and compare options for in-house vs outsourced structural steel detailing. For partial scopes (e.g. only shop drawings, only joints or only BIM coordination), we can switch to per-sheet or per-joint pricing.
Essentials — LOD 350
GA + assemblies; preliminary connections for coordination, tender steel packages and value engineering.
EU $279 / t
USA $309 / t
Pro — LOD 400
Full steel shop and erection drawings, NC1/DSTV/DXF, BOM/BOQ and bolt lists for structural steel fabrication. Suitable for EN 1090 and AISC projects.
EU $329 / t
USA $369 / t
Premium — LOD 400 + QC
LOD 400 steel detailing with an independent checker and BIM coordination for complex or high-risk steel structures (industrial, process plants, seismic zones).
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 +$33/t | |
Per-sheet / per-joint options
For small scopes, retrofit jobs or very strict client standards, we can price steel detailing services per drawing or per joint. This is common when we act as an outsourced extension of an in-house detailing team.
| Drawing type | EU ($) | 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 BIM and fabrication team. We follow your standards, provide BIM-ready Tekla/Revit models and fabrication documentation, and keep RFIs and surprises at the shop to a minimum. All structural steel detailing work is traceable, checked and aligned with your preferred codes and practices.
Deliverables (standard)
- Tekla Structures / Revit model per LOD (300–400), BIM metal structures detailing with named assemblies and clear numbering
- Shop & erection drawings (PDF/DWG), GA plans and elevations for fabrication & site teams
- NC1/DSTV/DXF files for cutting, bending & drilling machines, including plate nesting where applicable
- Complete BOM/BOQ and bolt list (XLSX/CSV) and material take-off (MTO) for structural steel packages
- Clash reports & issue tracking (BCF/Navisworks), documented revision log and change history
Method & QA/QC
- Standards: AISC 360/341, EN 1993 (Eurocode 3), EN 1090, AWS D1.1 for welds and connections
- Title-blocks, layers and numbering aligned to fabricator standards, project BEP and client BIM requirements
- Independent checker review and redline resolution for Premium LOD 400 projects and critical steel structures
- Weekly coordination calls; milestone sign-off and transparent progress reports with tonnage completed
- Traceable IDs, tolerances and erection sequence notes to support safe installation and clear site logistics
Outsourced steel detailing process — from RFQ to shop drawings
To keep our outsourced steel detailing services predictable and transparent, we follow a simple, repeatable workflow. This helps both small fabricators and large EPC contractors use us as a reliable structural steel detailing partner.
1. RFQ & scope definition
- You send IFC/DWG/PDF, project standards, sample steel shop drawings and BIM requirements.
- We clarify project tonnage, LOD (300/350/400), codes (AISC / EN 1090 / AWS D1.1) and deadlines.
- Within 24 hours you receive a USD/ton steel detailing quote or per-sheet/per-joint offer.
2. Kickoff & modeling
- NDA and commercial terms are signed; we set communication channels and weekly call slots.
- Our Tekla/Revit team starts structural steel modeling and connection detailing.
- First GA/erection drawings or model snapshots are usually available within ~72 hours.
3. Review, QA/QC & coordination
- Internal checker reviews, clash detection and issue logs (BCF/Navisworks) for BIM steel detailing.
- Two minor revision cycles are included in all LOD 350–400 packages.
- For Premium LOD 400, an independent reviewer signs off on critical details and joints.
4. Final deliverables & support
- Delivery of Tekla/Revit models, steel shop drawings, erection drawings, NC1/DSTV/DXF and BOM/BOQ.
- Support during fabrication and erection with RFI responses and updated drawings when needed.
- Option to extend the team as a long-term outsourced steel detailing company for your shop.
Industries & structural steel projects we support
Our structural steel detailing services cover a wide range of BIM metal structures:
- Industrial buildings, warehouses and logistics centers
- Pipe racks and process steel for energy, oil & gas and chemical plants
- Platforms, walkways, stairs and handrails
- Mezzanines, equipment supports and rooftop steel structures
- Retrofit and extension projects with scan-to-steel workflows
FAQ — steel detailing services, BIM metal structures & pricing
How do you estimate — per ton or per sheet?
We default to USD/ton steel detailing pricing 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 when that’s more efficient.
Are NC1/DSTV, DXF and BOM/BOQ included?
Yes, for LOD 400 packages. NC1, DSTV, DXF and complete BOM/BOQ exports are part of our standard structural steel detailing services. For LOD 300/350 work we can price them as standalone items if you only need machine and 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 structural steel detailing 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).