A steel assembly is made up of individual parts. Fabbim supports tracking both assemblies and their component parts, connecting information from the IFC model with labels and field scans.
Why track individual parts?
Part tracking is useful for fabrication, quality checks, galvanizing, returns and receiving on site. Clear identification helps teams distinguish similar elements and follow the progress of the project.
Identify parts from the IFC model
Parts identified in the IFC model are imported into Fabbim. Depending on the source data, a part can include its mark, profile, length, weight and associated assembly. Check that marks remain consistent between the model, labels and field operations.
Follow the stages of the project
Record the stages relevant to your workflow: fabrication, preparation, loading, transport, galvanizing, receiving and erection. These records provide a history of the part's journey.
Scan a steel part
A QR code or associated label identifies the part. Scanning can be used to update its status, associate it with a package or truck, or confirm receiving. Read the steel part scanning guide for the related workflow.
Use in the workshop
Track fabrication progress and check the parts available for an assembly. Operators can scan a part to record its production or preparation.
Use on site
Check that received parts correspond to the project requirements. Identification and scanning also support the tracking of erection operations.
Review part history
A part's history can include fabrication, galvanizing, truck loading and site receiving. This brings the recorded stages together so that teams can trace the route of an element.
Good practices
- Identify parts clearly and use readable labels.
- Keep marks consistent across the model and labels.
- Scan at the important stages of your workflow.
- Review the recorded status before loading or receiving.
Frequently asked questions
Is part tracking limited to the workshop?
No. It is also used for galvanizing, loading, transport, site receiving and erection.
Which information can a part contain?
A mark, profile, length, weight and link to its assembly, depending on the information imported from the model.
Related guides
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Discuss IFC/Tekla import, part identification, and tracking fabrication, galvanizing and deliveries with our team.