What counts as a steel connection design, and do we need one for our project?
A connection design covers the joints where steel members meet, including base plates, splices and bracing nodes. Most building control submissions and fabrication packages need these details, so if your frame has steel, it is likely you need them.
Can you work from our existing drawings and calculations?
Yes. Send us the architect or engineer drawings, the member sizes and the loading information you have. We review what is there, flag anything missing and design the connections to suit your frame.
How long does it take to get connection designs back?
Simple connections for a small frame usually take a few working days. Larger or more complex jobs take longer, and we agree a programme with you before we start so you know when to expect each stage.
Do you provide calculations that building control will accept?
We issue design calculations and clear connection details, stamped and signed by a chartered engineer where needed. These are prepared to British Standards and can be submitted with your building control application.
Can you design connections for a fabricator who is already on site?
Yes, we help fabricators regularly. Give us the member sizes, the forces and the site constraints, and we design connections that suit the steel they have and the equipment they are using to install it.
How do we get a quote, and what information should we send first?
Email your drawings, member sizes and a short description of the frame. We review the scope and come back with a fixed fee, usually within one working day, before any design work begins.