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STRUCTURAL STEEL TAKEOFF &
ESTIMATING SERVICES
Comprehensive pre-construction structural steel takeoffs and material quantity estimates for steel fabricators, erecters, framing contractors, and commercial developers across the USA. Archixen converts structural framing plans, section details, and shop drawings into detailed, line-by-line steel schedules—ensuring accurate procurement, zero material waste, and profitable bids.
10+
YEARS OF PRE-CONSTRUCTION ESTIMATING EXCELLENCE
STEEL ESTIMATING EXPERTISE
Eliminate Estimating Risk With Precision . Structural Steel Takeoffs
Structural steel bidding leaves zero room for oversight. A miscalculated linear footage of heavy wide-flange beams, omitted stiffener plates, or incorrect connection hardware schedules can severely impact bid competitiveness and project profitability. Archixen provides fast, reliable, and comprehensive steel quantity takeoffs directly from your structural framing blueprints.
Our structural estimating team utilizes industry-leading digital takeoff software (PlanSwift, Bluebeam Revu, and SDS2/Tekla tools) to measure every W-shape, HSS tube, steel angle, channel, plate, and joist. We calculate exact member lengths, total weights in pounds and tons, surface area for shop primer painting, and complete hardware connection schedules.
Delivered entirely online in organized, fully editable Excel spreadsheets with color-coded Bluebeam plan markups, our steel takeoffs allow fabricators and erectors to seamlessly integrate material costs, shop labor hours, and crane erection estimates. Win more steel contracts with exact figures delivered right to your inbox.
- Line-By-Line Structural Steel Tonnage
- Open-Web Steel Joists & Metal Decking
- Miscellaneous Metals & Connections
OUR STEEL ESTIMATING SOLUTIONS
Comprehensive Steel Takeoffs For Fabrication & Erection Bidding.
From single-story commercial framing to complex multi-story structural steel networks, Archixen delivers line-by-line material takeoffs tailored to steel trades.
01-Primary Structural Framing Takeoffs
Complete lineal footage and tonnage calculations for main load-bearing wide-flange columns, structural girders, floor beams, and perimeter framing.
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02-Steel Joist & Metal Deck Takeoffs
Piece counts and linear footages for open-web steel joists (K, LH, DLH series), joist girders, cross-bridging, corrugated roof decking, and composite floor decks.
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03-Miscellaneous Metals & Hardware Takeoffs
Accurate estimates for steel stairs, handrails, guardrails, ladders, bollards, steel lintels, embeds, base plates, shear connectors, and high-strength bolts.
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04- Industrial Steel & Truss Takeoffs
Complex structural takeoffs for industrial steel frameworks, pipe racks, heavy roof trusses, crane runways, and moment-resisting frame connections.
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SCOPE & DISCIPLINES
Detailed Steel Breakdown Designed For Fabricators & Erectors
Using advanced estimating tools (PlanSwift, Bluebeam, Excel), Archixen accounts for every structural shape, bolt, and weld prep.
01 / BEAMS & COLUMNS
WIDE FLANGE & HSS SECTIONS
Lineal feet, piece counts, and total weight (lbs/tons) for W-shapes, HSS columns, pipe columns, and channels.
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02 / JOISTS & TRUSSES
BAR JOISTS & GIRDERS
Detailed schedules for roof joists, floor joists, joist girders, diagonal bridging, and field bolt connections.
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03 / METAL DECKING
FLOOR & ROOF DECK
Square footage takeoffs for corrugated steel roof decks, composite floor decks, metal closure strips, and pour stops.
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04 / CONNECTIONS
PLATES, ANCHORS & BOLTS
Weight and quantity counts for base plates, moment connections, shear lugs, gusset plates, anchor rods, and A325/A490 bolts.
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05 / MISC METALS
STAIRS, RAILS & LADDERS
Linear footages and unit counts for steel stair stringers, pan treads, pipe handrails, roof ladders, and catwalks.
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06 / COATINGS
PAINT & GALVANIZING AREA
Square footage calculations for shop primer, fireproof coatings (intumescent), hot-dip galvanizing, and blast cleaning prep.
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07 / LINTELS & EMBEDS
LOOSE LINTELS & PLATES
Lineal feet and weights for wall support angle lintels, masonry shelf angles, edge angles, and concrete embed plates.
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08 / MARKUPS
COLOR-CODED BLUEBEAM PLANS
Auditable, color-coded plan markups clearly highlighting member profiles, steel grades, and elevation designations.
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OUR STEEL TAKEOFF WORKFLOW
A structured 5-step digital process that converts structural framing blueprints into winning steel fabrication and erection bids.
PLAN SUBMISSION &
SCOPE REVIEW
Upload your structural framing plans, section details, and specifications (.PDF or CAD) through our secure online portal.
DIGITAL PLAN SCALING
& MEMBER TRACING
Our steel estimators perform scale verification and trace all primary, secondary, and miscellaneous framing members using PlanSwift and Bluebeam.
TONNAGE, DECK &
HARDWARE QUANTIFICATION
We generate exact member lengths, convert steel profiles into total tonnage, and compile hardware and metal deck schedules.
SENIOR STRUCTURAL
ESTIMATOR AUDIT
A senior steel takeoff specialist verifies connection details, steel grades (A992, A36, A500), and waste percentages.
DIGITAL FILE
DELIVERY
Receive your editable Excel takeoff sheet and color-coded PDF plan markups ready for shop estimation, material ordering, or bid submission.
FEATURED STRUCTURAL STEEL ESTIMATING PROJECTS
COMMERCIAL MULTI-STORY OFFICE BUILDING
Full structural steel tonnage takeoff, wide-flange beam/column schedules, metal floor deck, and moment connection details.
INDUSTRIAL WAREHOUSE STEEL FRAMING
Complete joist and joist girder schedules, perimeter wall girts, roof decking, and heavy column base plate takeoffs.
EDUCATIONAL FACILITY & GYMNASIUM TRUSSES
Detailed steel roof truss breakdown, miscellaneous steel stair stringers, handrails, and shop primer surface area calculations.
BID STEEL PROJECTS WITH 100% CONFIDENCE
Archixen delivers digital, audit-ready structural steel takeoffs that save time, reduce fabrication risks, and protect project margins.
99%+ Tonnage Precision
Eliminate costly steel over-ordering or short-shipment delays with exact length and weight calculations.
Bid 3x More Steel Contracts
Outsource time-consuming structural takeoffs and submit more fabricator/erector proposals every week.
Auditable Plan Markups
Every takeoff includes color-coded PDF drawings clearly identifying profiles, sizes, and span directions.
Formatted In Excel
Receive fully editable Excel spreadsheets configured with shape designations, weight formulas, and labor line items.
Fast 24-48 Hour Turnaround
Meet critical bid deadlines effortlessly with our rapid online delivery workflow.
STRUCTURAL STEEL TAKEOFFS FOR ALL SECTORS
Tailored steel quantity estimating services for commercial, industrial, institutional, and infrastructure projects.
COMMERCIAL BUILDINGS
Multi-story office towers, retail plazas, hotel framing systems, and bank structures.
INDUSTRIAL & WAREHOUSES
Distribution centers, manufacturing plants, pipe racks, equipment platforms, and mezzanines.
INSTITUTIONAL & SCHOOLS
University halls, auditoriums, gymnasiums, hospitals, and government facilities.
RESIDENTIAL STEEL
Custom luxury home steel beams, floor support columns, cantilevered deck steel, and flitch plates.
MISCELLANEOUS METALS
Steel staircases, egress stairs, pipe guardrails, catwalks, ladders, and decorative steel elements.
RENOVATIONS & RETROFITS
Structural steel strengthening, seismic retrofits, floor opening header framing, and beam replacement sets
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Are your structural steel takeoff services provided online?
Yes! We provide 100% digital structural steel quantity takeoffs online. All deliverables (editable Excel sheets and color-coded PDF markups) are delivered via secure digital download.
What format will my structural steel takeoff be delivered in?
You will receive an editable Microsoft Excel spreadsheet containing line-by-line steel member breakdowns, weights, surface areas, and hardware counts, along with color-coded Bluebeam PDF markups
How do you calculate steel weight in your takeoffs?
We calculate steel weight based on standard ASTM profile weight formulas (e.g., lbs per linear foot for W-shapes, HSS, angles, channels, and plates) multiplied by exact cut lengths.
Do you include miscellaneous metals like stairs, handrails, and ladders?
Yes. We offer comprehensive miscellaneous metal takeoffs including pan stairs, egress ladders, guardrails, grab bars, and bollards.
What documents do I need to send to get a steel takeoff quote?
Simply upload your structural blueprints, framing plans, and project specifications (PDF or CAD files) via our online quote form.
Does Archixen provide shop drawing estimation along with takeoffs?
Yes. We can estimate drafting and detailing hours required for Tekla/SDS2 shop drawing production alongside raw material steel takeoffs.
ACCURATE TONNAGE. HIGHER PROFITS.
READY TO WIN MORE STEEL BIDS WITH PRECISION TAKEOFFS?
Upload your structural plans and blueprints online today. Our expert steel estimators will deliver an accurate, line-by-line tonnage and material takeoff for your next bid.
- 99%+ WEIGHT & TONNAGE ACCURACY
- EDITABLE EXCEL & COLOR-CODED PDFS
- FAST 24–48 HOUR DIGITAL DELIVERY