Steel Stair Cad Details
Bonny Battaglino
Photographs, details and specifications of all types of architectural metal stairs and stair components, ranging from strictly functional service stairs to elaborate ornamental stairs; includes load tables and dimensional guides. (AMP 510-92)
The Stair Components & Systems (SCS) division, a part of our Metal Fabrication Services (MFS) division, provides components for the commercial steel stair builders industry. We are a nationwide manufacturer of standard and custom components including metal stair treads, metal pan stairs, perforated stairpans, landings pans, carrier angles and more. See below for links to our complete lineup of Services, Products and other Stair Systems Resources!
Our Order Form Manual allows you to customize stair pans with your own metal pan stair details ensuring each stair pan meets your project requirements. The manual lets you fill in custom details such as quantity, steel gauge and length, letting our team of fabricators know exactly how you want your metal pan stairs to be manufactured. The easy to use Order Form Manual allows you to fully customize your stair treads and risers and helps our designers and fabricators meet your exact needs.
The MFS Stair Building Reference Manual is a great resource that provides all the information you need when measuring and designing your next stair systems project. It provides details and instructions for measuring stairways, shows examples and drawings for you to reference when deciding what type of metal pan stair details need to be taken into consideration and also offers specifications for easy installation.
We are a Nationwide manufacturer of standard and custom components for commercial stair systems, including, metal stairpans, perforated metal stairpans, stair treads, landing pans, carrier angles and more.
Have been asked for a fixed price to generate shop drawings for a steel stairs in an existing commerical buildling. See attached pic. How much would you charge? what is the going rate for your business in your area?
What is your prior experience doing shop drawings for something like this? (Your question indicates that you haven't done this before.) Have you seen a sample of what they are expecting? Are you being asked to design all members and connections yourself, and would guards/handrails be included? Do they have sample details for you to incorporate? If this is your first time, you will be shocked at how many details and pages may be required. If they are expecting you to take responsibility for the design, too, there is MASSIVE liability involved for commercial stair design. You are showing just the architectural plans, but usually there are already structural plans & details available for something like this. Have you seen anything from an engineer?
Here's something from a company that specializes in this: _steel_shop_drawings. You can see that they provide a fully engineered set of plans. If you are being asked to provide a fixed price for a package like this, there is no way that anyone here is likely to be able to give you advice, especially since there are unknowable engineering costs. There are lots of companies that provide this service. e.g.
I did steel shop drawings for $100 a sheet using paper and pencil but it was a very long time ago. Brand new Volkswagens were under two grand. Mine were for structural. Back then stair work was called miscellaneous steel.
Concrete-filled metal pan stairs are tread systems commonly used in steel stairs for commercial and residential buildings. The concrete-filled tread system consists of a metal pan which is then filled with concrete at the construction job site.
Concrete-filled metal pan stair treads have been the standard tread system for steel egress stairs for many decades. The tread system has several benefits which make it a great option for certain egress stair applications.
A concrete finisher must pour each one of those stair pans individually inside an enclosed stairwell on an uneven stair surface. Often the concrete finishers must hoist the concrete up with buckets or tubs to each pan location. Needless to say, this is not an efficient construction process. Here is a video of a cement finisher finishing concrete stair treads at a job site.
Metal pan treads are designed with a nosing that extends up and backward toward the riser. The nosing creates a safety hazard for people attempting to use the stairway prior to concrete being poured into the pans.
Because of this safety hazard, OSHA 1926.1052(b)(1) prohibits construction crews from using metal pan stairs during construction unless temporary tread inserts are installed. These can be wood, foam, or any other durable material. Installing the temporary inserts is another time-consuming and costly process, often costing as much as the concrete treads themselves. In many cases crews end up using the stairs without inserts, resulting in safety hazards.
Various alternative tread systems to concrete metal pan stair treads exist with benefits and disadvantages. Lapeyre Stair set out to develop a stair tread system that can outperform concrete for everyone on the project: building owners, architects, general contractors, steel erectors, and finishing trades.
Other alternative tread systems for metal pan stairs provide some of the benefits above but have 1 or more disadvantages. The below chart outlines the cost-benefits of current alternative stair tread systems.
3. Been in use for a long period1. Not an efficient installation process. Requires knock-down stair systems, hauling heavy concrete components up stairwells, and individually fitting and bolting treads into stair stringers.
3. Very limited sound dampeningConclusionLapeyre Stair was founded on a culture of innovation, and we remain committed to continuously improving standards for our industry. Metal pan stairs have been around for decades but no longer meet the demands of the current construction environment. Our performance tread systems help improve the safety and durability of egress stairs and save time, money and for everyone involved.
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This Design Guide provides guidance for the design and layout of steel elements for steel-framed stairways, guards, handrail, andrelated components. Background information regarding stairways, code requirements, design methods, and design examples arepresented. The goal of this Design Guide is to provide sufficient information for a structural engineer to complete the design ofa steel-framed stairway or provide adequate guidance to delegate this work to another engineer or stair designer.
THis is a helpful manual for architects, engineers, and stair fabricators. This publication includes: installation standards, construction details, structural design and data, and suggested specifications.
The Hoss Lee family has been providing stairway systems including steel stairs, concrete stairs and metal railings throughout the Western States for over 50 years. We produce a wide range of quality steel stair products designed to meet specific building needs.
With a dedication to quality and service Hoss Lee is known in the industry not only for the best steel stair products, but also the best service to assure a smooth and expeditious project schedule.
Every Steel Stair begins with detailed drawings and industry-leading engineering for a staircase that meets and exceeds the most rigorous standards. Every step of the way Steel Stairways employs first-rate construction techniques and innovative technology to build a commercial or residential stair that is easier to install and gives years of flawless service
You can feel at ease knowing that Steel Stairs experienced and knowledgeable staff can handle any project from conception to completion. We offer delivery and installation on every product we manufacture. We are bonded, insured and hold all appropriate licenses.
The stairs are made of modules which enable quick and easy assembly and are characterized by low weight. In addition, the lightness of the structure accelerates and facilitates the project implementation process.
The modular nature of internal and external stairs allows for multiple assembly and expansion of the communication string.
Most of TLC steel stairs are dedicated to the industrial sector. However, to meet the expectations of our customers, we have enriched our offer with ASTA modular stairs, intended for residential buildings. Among our proposals you will also find:
ASTA modular stairs is a system designed for the home. The stairs have been created in the spirit of minimalism, so that they make the interior unique. Durability, safety and easy assembly in one product. Metal stairs unlike all the others. Configure freely and enjoy the effect for years.
Mesh railing is commonly used in outdoor environment for that mesh does not require frequent maintenance. Besides, the combination of the stainless steel balustrade and stainless steel mesh easily makes the system last longer thanks to the excellent corrosion resistance.