Structural Design Support for Static Equipment
A structural engineering case study covering static equipment design, 3D CAD modeling, structural assemblies, and detailed fabrication documentation.
Milestone PLM was engaged to provide structural design support for static equipment, focusing on structural integrity, equipment support arrangements, and manufacturing documentation. The project involved developing structural designs, 3D CAD models, and detailed fabrication drawings to ensure design accuracy, manufacturability, and readiness for fabrication.
What Made This Project Complex
The project involved addressing key structural design challenges associated with static equipment, ensuring adequate support, stability, and structural integrity while meeting project specifications and applicable engineering standards. The design process required careful evaluation of structural configurations, member selection, connection details, and fabrication requirements to achieve a reliable, practical, and manufacturable design.
How Milestone PLM delivered
Milestone acted as an extended engineering team, providing structural design and engineering documentation support for static equipment. The focus was on developing practical structural designs and preparing detailed documentation to support fabrication and manufacturing. A dedicated engineering team was assigned to deliver:
- Structural concept development
- 3D CAD modeling and structural assembly
- Design review and optimization
- Structural member and connection design
- Detailed structural fabrication drawings
- General arrangement and assembly drawings
How we structured the work
Understanding the Project Requirements
Reviewed the client-provided design inputs, project specifications, and reference materials to understand the project scope and structural requirements. Evaluated structural design concepts from engineering and manufacturability perspectives while identifying suitable structural configurations, applicable standards, and fabrication requirements.
Structural Design Development
Developed detailed 3D CAD models of structural components and complete assemblies. Evaluated structural members, equipment support arrangements, and connection details to ensure design accuracy and structural consistency. Conducted design reviews and incorporated the necessary engineering revisions based on project requirements.
Engineering Documentation
Prepared detailed structural engineering drawings covering the required components and assemblies. Finalized fabrication and assembly documentation with the necessary dimensions, specifications, and construction details to support manufacturing and fabrication activities.
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