How Are Material Specifications Determined in Detailed Engineering?
Material Specifications Determined in Detailed Engineering
The complex and intricate details that go into the production of items we use every day are staggering. From the granular ingredients, formulas and components to the sophisticated manufacturing processes and supply chain management that make them possible, each of these elements requires careful attention and meticulous documentation.
Engineering projects are no different. From the earliest stages of conceptual design to the final phases of detailed engineering, each phase is critical in its own way and contributes to the overall success of the project. In this blog post, we explore the essentials of detailed engineering Vancouver and how it sets the stage for detailed engineering Vancouver triumphs that stand the test of time.
Unlike general specifications that describe the desired performance of finished work, material specifications are more specifically focused on controlling the quality of the construction materials used. They may contain quality assurance requirements such as sampling, testing and inspections, or a list of acceptable and non-acceptable materials. They may also include a description of the desired material properties, such as strength, durability or corrosion resistance. Typically, these material requirements are defined using accepted industry practices or nationally recognized reference standards.
A good material specification will define salient material property requirements, while avoiding unnecessary restrictions that may be difficult or impossible to meet in practice. It will address methods of sampling and testing, including how often samples should be taken (e.g. continuously, at the beginning and end of each construction phase, or on some periodic basis). It will specify what materials should be tested, how to prepare the samples for testing and who should take them (e.g., the contractor, the State DOT inspector or an independent inspection firm). It will provide a list of the acceptance criteria that must be met for each of the test results.
How Are Material Specifications Determined in Detailed Engineering?
In addition to describing the material requirements, a good material specification will also include information on the supplier, such as contact information and the method for ordering and paying for the materials (e.g., a standardized INCOTERM). It will describe delivery conditions and specifications, such as sign-off or buy-off procedures, if applicable.
The material requirements will be grouped into one or more divisions, each of which addresses a specific type of work product or material. For example, a stainless steel component of a building handrail will be covered by the divisions for structural steel and sheet metal work, and in particular, division 07 and 8.
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