AISC certified Steel erector
AISC certified Steel erector
(OP)
For one project, we want to use AISC certified steel erector. but the GC says there are only three companies certified in their state and all of them are not intrested in the job. The GC want us (engineer of record) to waive this requirement.
I am thinking if we waive the requirement, shall we do something extra to insure the quality of erection? more inspections?
Any suggestions?
I am thinking if we waive the requirement, shall we do something extra to insure the quality of erection? more inspections?
Any suggestions?






RE: AISC certified Steel erector
The only item in the above list which would concern me is the one respecting welding and bolting. The others are important, but it is not the responsibility of the EOR to ensure safety, project planning or substance abuse. You could ask for their documentation on all of the above, however.
BA
RE: AISC certified Steel erector
I'd ask for samples of their submittal drawings. I think you can tell pretty quickly if they're going to be a problem.
We run into this all the time in Arizona. There's a mom and pop (and idiot son) outfit that's one of the horrible ones. But if you looked at their submittal drawings, you'd recognize they're not of a quality you're used to seeing.
RE: AISC certified Steel erector
RE: AISC certified Steel erector
RE: AISC certified Steel erector
www.FerrellEngineering.com
Providing fabrication and erection efficient structural design of connections. Consulting services for structural welding and bolting.
RE: AISC certified Steel erector
RE: AISC certified Steel erector
As was mentioned, if you do waive it, it can be hit or miss about who you end up with and you may end up spending more money and effort on your end holding their hand through the process.
PE, SE
Eastern United States
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