Types of Shop Drawings

Let’s face it, quality shop drawings cannot be created without the assistance of professional software such as Tekla and Inventor. But when it comes to the types of shop drawings that come across our desks, variety is certainly one way to describe it. We work with all sorts of building professionals including manufacturers, fabricators, contractors and engineers to create a myriad of shop drawings to meet individual project needs.

MEP Shop Drawings

Mechanical, electrical and plumbing (MEP) shop drawings are part and parcel of most construction jobs large and small. Our MEP shop drawings are an integral part of the construction process and include not only mechanical, electrical and plumbing work but also HVAC, ductwork, sheet metal drawings, and piping. For smoother fabrication and quicker insertion, MEP shop drawings will enable contractors to complete the job regardless of how complex it looks on the surface.

Concrete Reinforcement Shop Drawings

Concrete reinforcement shop drawings are critical to the construction project as they communicate how and where the concrete is poured. Whether it’s being used as the foundation of a building or a support beam, there is very little room for error. Manufacturers and contractors regularly rely on our shop drawings to ensure that all goes according to plan.

Millwork Shop Drawings

While the woodwork may not come directly from the mill in modern builds, millwork such as trims, moulding, doors, door frames, cabinetry, columns, panelling and window casings are still required. As long as the communication from our clients is accurate, our millwork renderings will ensure that all woodwork arrives onsite with no alteration needed. Millwork shop drawings will also demonstrate the installation of all wood components, so your cabinets and door frames slide neatly together.

Stone and Tile Shop Drawings

Having to recut and relay a tile floor can be labour consuming and expensive, and that’s where tile or even stone shop drawings can save time and money. With all the details laid out on paper, budgeting and planning will be accurate with no need to do it a second time around. Contractors will appreciate the detailed information and every tile or stone will be laid right the first time.

Ductwork Shop Drawings

Whether heating, ventilation or air conditioning, ductwork is a necessity in modern building constructions. Ductwork drawings will ensure that all dimensions of the ductwork are accurate to aid contractors and manufacturers and that all ceiling and wall penetration points are present and accounted for.

Glazing or Curtain Wall Shop Drawings

Not all of our shop drawings are essential to the structure of the building. We also specialise in glazing, window shop drawings and curtain wall shop drawings to help provide character and context in your building design. To encourage natural light in your building, our glazing shop drawings will make it easy to measure and cut according to your exact requirements.

Storefront Shop Drawings

The storefront is the face of the business, and it stands to reason that you want the construction to be seamless. Business owners, architects and manufacturers seek out our services time and time again so that we can present them with precise drawings for a structurally sound build to aid their contractors.

Structural Steel Shop Drawings

All buildings require a solid frame, and all steel components should be cut and laid precisely as you envision. Our structural steel component drawings guarantee that fabrication and construction go as smoothly as possible with no need to return to the drawing board for miscalculations or fine-tuning.

Our shop drawings are created exactly to the specifications advised by the client, and provided everything is communicated to us promptly, our renderings will ensure that mistakes are minimised. There are many benefits to outsourcing professional shop drawings including effortless assembly and reduced construction costs. If you want your build to come in on time and on budget, then reach out to our team at National Steel Detailing.