Steel Connection design often gets delegated to fabricators during construction. Steel fabricators require qualified engineers who are interested in this field of work. Our team at Advantage Structural Engineers is.
Projects move fast, deadlines are tight, and delays cost money. You need connection design that matches your shop schedule and a partner who takes on complex projects.
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Poor connection design can lead to RFIs, delays, and costly surprises. Quality connections ensure structural integrity, fabrication efficiency, code compliance, and cost control.
We have a depth of expertise in all types of steel connections, including moment, brace, shear, hanger, and truss connections. We understand and review SDS/2 connection design and calculations.
Early engagement prevents scheduling problems and creates efficiency:
Result: economic connections, fewer surprises, faster approvals, steel delivered on time.
While other firms transfer connection design elsewhere, we take a different approach:
Quick turnaround maintains your schedule:
We take on complex projects:
Review structural drawings and identify requirements, issues, and RFI’s
Identify road map for detailer to follow utilizing SDS/2 or standard connection details
Engineer moment, brace, and complex connections. Provide clear sketches and connection information to the detailer.
Review the shop drawings and verify that connection details are safe and accurate. We’ll provide clear markups to the detailer if revisions are required.
Signed and sealed design submittal and calculations
Available through construction as field issues arise
Industry knowledge spanning fabrication, detailing, and erection ensures connections work in practice. Our track record includes commercial and industrial buildings, multi-story structures, high-seismic designs with specialized bracing, and custom solutions tailored to meet specific needs.
Don’t let connection design slow your projects. Contact Advantage Structural Engineers to discuss your needs and experience our professional partnership.