Reading Structural Steel Blueprints
Reading Structural Steel Blueprints
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Recently started a new job as a Sheet Metal Detailer. The job involves the drafting of drawings(CAD)for HVAC duct systems in new buildings and the renovation of old buildings. This requires the ability to read Structural Steel drawings in precise detail. I am looking for a book(s)and/or a course that covers reading these drawings. I would appreciate any advise you can offer on this subject. Thank you.
Rusty3
Rusty3
RE: Reading Structural Steel Blueprints
RE: Reading Structural Steel Blueprints
The biggest task you have is trying to find out how much room you have for ductwork in a building. Architects and engineers don't always give this aspect of their design enough thought. I should think that if you layout the bottom elevation of all the structural framing before you start your ductwork layout, you would go long way toward solving most of your layout problems.