Structural Steel Detailing, LiDAR Scanning & Engineering Documentation

Hamilton By Design provides Structural Drafting Perth services for construction, shipbuilding, marine infrastructure, manufacturing, smelting, processing facilities, ports, commercial developments and industrial projects throughout Western Australia.

Our team combines engineering-grade LiDAR scanning, 3D CAD modelling, structural drafting, fabrication detailing and digital project management to create accurate engineering documentation for both Greenfield and Brownfield projects.

Whether you are constructing a new facility, modifying an existing plant, expanding a shipyard or upgrading industrial infrastructure, our workflow is designed to reduce site rework, improve constructability and deliver reliable engineering information.

What Is Structural Drafting?

Structural drafting is the process of converting engineering concepts and calculations into detailed drawings and models used for fabrication, construction and installation.

Structural drafting deliverables may include:

General Arrangement Drawings
Structural Steel Fabrication Drawings
Assembly Drawings
Shop Drawings
Installation Drawings
Weld Details
Bolt Schedules
Material Take-Offs
Bill of Materials (BOM)
As-Built Documentation
3D Structural Models

Structural drafting forms the link between engineering design and construction execution.

Industries We Support

Hamilton By Design supports a broad range of industries throughout Perth and Western Australia including:

Construction

Commercial buildings
Industrial facilities
Warehouses
Hospitals
Education facilities
Government infrastructure

Shipbuilding & Marine

Shipyards
Wharf upgrades
Dry dock facilities
Marine maintenance facilities
Defence infrastructure
Port developments

Manufacturing

Production facilities
Processing plants
Packaging facilities
Material handling systems

Smelting & Processing

Alumina facilities
Nickel processing plants
Lithium processing facilities
Mineral processing plants
Industrial processing facilities

Ports & Infrastructure

Bulk handling facilities
Conveyor systems
Transfer stations
Storage facilities
Materials handling systems

Energy & Utilities

Water treatment facilities
Wastewater infrastructure
Power generation facilities
Renewable energy projects

Perth & Western Australia Service Areas

We support projects throughout:

Perth
Kwinana
Henderson
Fremantle
Welshpool
Canning Vale
Malaga
Bibra Lake
Osborne Park
Joondalup
Bunbury
Geraldton
Kalgoorlie
Port Hedland
Karratha
Pilbara Region

Greenfield Structural Drafting Workflow

Greenfield projects involve new facilities and new infrastructure.

Step 1 – Project Planning

Review:

Design criteria
Client requirements
Applicable standards
Construction methodology
Equipment requirements

Step 2 – Concept Development

Develop:

Facility layouts
Structural arrangements
Access systems
Equipment interfaces
Maintenance access requirements

Step 3 – Engineering Analysis

Engineering verification may include:

Wind loading
Dead loads
Live loads
Equipment loads
Fatigue assessments
Deflection checks

Step 4 – 3D Structural Modelling

Create digital models for:

Buildings
Platforms
Walkways
Pipe racks
Shipyard structures
Industrial facilities

Step 5 – Structural Drafting

Produce:

General Arrangements
Fabrication Drawings
Assembly Drawings
Installation Drawings
Material Schedules

Step 6 – Construction Support

Provide support during fabrication, installation and commissioning.

Brownfield Structural Drafting Workflow

Brownfield projects involve modifications to existing facilities.

These projects typically require verification of existing conditions before engineering and drafting activities begin.

Step 1 – Existing Information Review

Review:

Existing drawings
Vendor information
Historical records
Asset documentation

Step 2 – LiDAR Scanning & Site Verification

Capture existing conditions using engineering-grade reality capture technology.

Typical assets captured include:

Structural steel
Buildings
Pipework
Equipment
Services
Access systems

Step 3 – Point Cloud Registration

Create registered point clouds and digital site environments.

Step 4 – As-Built Modelling

Develop accurate 3D representations of existing facilities.

Step 5 – Design Development

Design:

Structural modifications
New platforms
Access systems
Equipment supports
Pipe bridges
Facility upgrades

Step 6 – Clash Detection

Identify:

Structural clashes
Mechanical clashes
Installation conflicts
Access restrictions

Step 7 – Engineering Validation

Verify:

Existing member capacity
Connection design
Foundation impacts
Equipment loading

Step 8 – Fabrication Detailing

Produce construction-ready documentation for fabrication and installation.

Step 9 – Construction Support

Support contractors and fabricators during project execution.

Step 10 – Final Verification

Create final as-built documentation where required.

Software & Technology

Hamilton By Design utilises industry-leading software and hardware throughout the project lifecycle.

Reality Capture

FARO Focus S70
FARO Orbis
FARO SCENE
Autodesk ReCap Pro

Design & Drafting

SolidWorks
AutoCAD
Autodesk Inventor
Revit

Engineering Analysis

SolidWorks Simulation
ANSYS
SPACE GASS

Construction Review

Navisworks

Data Management & Collaboration

3DEXPERIENCE Platform
ENOVIA

The 3DEXPERIENCE Platform provides centralised project data management, revision control, document management, engineering workflows and collaboration between engineering, drafting, fabrication and construction teams.

Typical Project Deliverables

Depending on project requirements, deliverables may include:

Drawings

PDF Drawings
DWG Files
DXF Files
General Arrangements
Fabrication Drawings
Installation Drawings

3D Models

STEP Files
SAT Files
Parasolid Files
SolidWorks Models
Inventor Models
IFC Models

Reality Capture Data

E57 Files
RCP Files
RCS Files
LAS Files

Engineering Documentation

Material Take-Offs
Bill of Materials
Design Reports
As-Built Documentation

Australian Standards Commonly Referenced

Projects may be developed in accordance with applicable standards including:

AS 1657 Fixed Platforms, Walkways, Stairways and Ladders
AS 4100 Steel Structures
AS/NZS 1170 Structural Design Actions
AS/NZS 5131 Structural Steelwork Fabrication and Erection
AS 3990 Mechanical Equipment Steelwork
AS 4991 Lifting Devices
AS/NZS 4024 Safety of Machinery

Why Hamilton By Design?

Hamilton By Design combines engineering, drafting and reality capture expertise within a single workflow.

Our team can:

Capture existing conditions using LiDAR scanning
Create accurate as-built models
Develop engineering solutions
Perform structural analysis
Produce fabrication-ready documentation
Manage project information using the 3DEXPERIENCE Platform
Support fabrication and construction activities
Deliver verified as-built documentation

This integrated approach helps reduce project risk, minimise rework and improve construction outcomes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Structural Drafting?

Structural drafting is the preparation of detailed drawings and models used to fabricate and construct structural systems.

What is the difference between Structural Drafting and Structural Engineering?

Structural engineering determines the design requirements, while structural drafting converts the design into construction-ready documentation.

Do you support Brownfield projects?

Yes. Hamilton By Design regularly supports Brownfield upgrades, modifications and expansion projects.

Can LiDAR scanning improve drafting accuracy?

Yes. LiDAR scanning provides accurate existing-condition data that can significantly reduce site rework and clashes.

What software do you use?

We utilise SolidWorks, AutoCAD, Inventor, Revit, ANSYS, SolidWorks Simulation, Navisworks, FARO SCENE, Autodesk ReCap Pro and the 3DEXPERIENCE Platform.

What file formats can be supplied?

DWG, DXF, PDF, STEP, SAT, Parasolid, IFC, E57, RCP, RCS and LAS formats can be supplied depending on project requirements.

Do you provide fabrication drawings?

Yes. We provide fabrication drawings, assembly drawings, installation drawings and material schedules.

Do you support shipbuilding and marine projects?

Yes. We support shipbuilding, marine infrastructure, wharf upgrades and port-related projects throughout Western Australia.

Need Structural Drafting Support?

Whether you’re planning a new facility, upgrading an existing plant, expanding a shipyard, modifying industrial infrastructure or requiring fabrication-ready structural steel drawings, Hamilton By Design can help.

Our team combines engineering-grade LiDAR scanning, 3D modelling, structural drafting and project data management to deliver accurate, constructable solutions.

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Hamilton By Design supports structural drafting, LiDAR scanning, Scan-to-CAD, fabrication drawings and engineering projects throughout Perth and Western Australia.

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From Perth CBD to Henderson, Kwinana, Welshpool, Canning Vale, Bibra Lake, Malaga, Fremantle and regional Western Australia, our team provides engineering-led drafting and reality capture solutions for construction, shipbuilding, manufacturing, smelting, ports and industrial infrastructure projects.

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