Force Engineering & Testings drafting department has years of experience in drafting metal roof systems, wall systems, truss packages, and self storage facilities through the United States. We have had the privilege of detailing millions of dollars of secondary structural support framing and cladding for the George R Brown Convention Center Expansion and the Re-cladding of the NASA Vehicle Assembly Building Renovation. Force Engineering & Testing can design, detail, and cut-list any size metal building system or retrofit roofing system for fabrication. All of our draftsman are “in-house” under the direct supervision of professional engineers that work side by side as a “design team” to ensure continuity between the design professional and the detailer. We do not out source any of our drafting production to foreign countries. Our draftsman are available throughout the normal work day to answer your questions or provide one on one project coordination when on site conditions have changed and your erection crew needs critical answers right away to keep the crew productive and on schedule. We require our draftsman to visit local job sites to confirm and verify their drafting work as a method to ensure quality and accuracy. We never draft anything that cannot be easily erected in the field by every day erectors.
DRAFTING
Drafting services are essential for ensuring that metal buildings are constructed accurately and efficiently, with all components fitting together as intended. These services provide the detailed information needed for fabrication, assembly, and maintenance, helping to deliver high-quality, durable buildings that meet all design and performance requirements.
Architectural and structural construction documents are essential components of the building design and construction process. These documents provide detailed information about the design, materials, dimensions, and construction methods necessary to bring a building project from concept to completion.
Structural detailing of metal building systems involves the creation of detailed drawings and specifications that communicate the design and construction requirements for the structural components of metal buildings. These structural components include frames, columns, beams, braces, purlins, girts, and other elements that form the skeleton of the building.
Detailing of light gauge steel stud wall systems involves creating detailed drawings and specifications that communicate the design and construction requirements for the structural and non-structural components of these wall systems. Light gauge steel stud wall systems are commonly used in commercial, residential, and industrial buildings for interior and exterior walls, partitions, and infill panels.
Detailing of foam roof and wall systems involves creating detailed drawings and specifications that communicate the design and construction requirements for the installation of foam insulation and protective coatings on roof and wall surfaces. Foam roof and wall systems, also known as spray polyurethane foam (SPF) systems, are commonly used in commercial, industrial, and residential buildings for their insulation properties and seamless application.
Detailing of aluminum composite wall panel systems involves creating detailed drawings and specifications that communicate the design and construction requirements for the installation of aluminum composite panels (ACPs) on building exteriors. Aluminum composite panels are lightweight, durable, and versatile cladding materials commonly used in commercial, residential, and institutional buildings for their aesthetic appeal and ease of installation.
Structural detailing of Class A steel involves creating detailed drawings and specifications that communicate the design and construction requirements for steel structural members with a specified level of fire resistance, typically referred to as Class A fire resistance rating.
Detailing of self-storage facilities involves creating detailed drawings and specifications that communicate the design and construction requirements for these specialized buildings. Self-storage facilities, also known as mini-storage or storage unit facilities, provide storage space for individuals and businesses to store personal belongings, inventory, equipment, or other items in individual storage units or lockers.
Detailing of light gauge truss systems involves creating detailed drawings and specifications that communicate the design and construction requirements for lightweight, prefabricated trusses made from cold-formed steel or other light gauge materials. These truss systems are commonly used in residential, commercial, and industrial buildings for their structural efficiency, versatility, and ease of installation.
Detailing of light gauge retrofit framing systems involves creating detailed drawings and specifications that communicate the design and construction requirements for the retrofitting or reinforcement of existing buildings with lightweight, cold-formed steel framing members. These framing systems are commonly used to upgrade the structural integrity, thermal performance, and seismic resistance of buildings while minimizing disruption to occupants and operations.
