Case Study
Sawmill & Planer Mill Complex
Comprehensive Industrial Structural Steel Detailing
Industrial Wood Processing — Sawmill & Planer Mill
11+
Structural Assemblies
23
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Tekla Structures
Modelling Software
Sawmill & Planer
Project Sector
Debarker building structural framing model — click to enlarge
Project Overview
AFAR Steel Detailing Ltd. completed extensive 3D structural steel modelling and fabrication detailing for multiple areas of a large industrial sawmill and planer mill complex.
The project encompassed structural steel associated with processing equipment, conveyor systems, maintenance access, equipment-support frameworks, and ancillary facility structures.
This project demonstrates AFAR Steel's ability to manage comprehensive detailing scopes involving numerous interconnected structural assemblies and specialized industrial requirements.
Scope of Work
Industrial Processing & Equipment Support
- —Debarker building structural framing
- —Debarker equipment-support frame
- —Planer stacker structural support
- —Merchandising MCC room framing
- —Filing room structural steel
Conveyor & Material Handling Infrastructure
- —Chips conveyor drive access
- —Fines conveyor drive access
- —Associated steel support structures and connections
Industrial Access Systems
- —Multi-level blowline access stair tower
- —Maintenance shop stair assemblies
- —Elevated access platforms and landings
- —Handrails, guardrails, and structural bracing
Building-Related Structural Steel
- —Main office structural support framing
- —Main office entrance stairs
- —Ancillary facility support structures
Technical Capabilities Demonstrated
Multi-Area Industrial Detailing
Managed structural steel detailing across multiple distinct facility areas within a single complex project scope. Coordinated steel components across processing buildings, conveyor systems, access structures, and office support framing.
Complex Equipment-Support Framing
Detailed specialized support structures for heavy industrial processing equipment including debarker frames and planer stacker supports. Each frame required precise geometry and connection detailing to suit equipment loads and installation requirements.
Integrated Structural Systems
Coordinated interconnected structural assemblies across different facility areas to ensure compatibility of steel components, connection interfaces, and fabrication documentation throughout the project.
Multi-Level Industrial Access
Detailed multi-level stair towers, maintenance access platforms, elevated landings, and associated handrail and guardrail systems. Structures were designed for industrial service environments with demanding access and safety requirements.
Beam, Column & Bracing Assemblies
Produced fabrication drawings for a wide range of structural members including wide-flange beams, columns, channels, angle braces, knee braces, and double-angle bracing assemblies with complete bill-of-material documentation.
Specialized Connections & Gusset Plates
Detailed bolted and welded connection assemblies including end plates, clip angles, gusset plates, and column base connections. Each connection was documented with precise dimensions, bolt patterns, weld specifications, and material grades.
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Industrial Processing Structures
Equipment & Conveyor Access
Stairs, Platforms & Building Support
Fabrication & Technical Detailing
Experienced Steel Detailing for Complex Projects
From industrial processing facilities and equipment-support structures to commercial construction, AFAR Steel Detailing provides detailed 3D modelling and fabrication documentation tailored to project requirements.