At IPOA, you have access to high technical expertise and experienced specialists, who ensure that the steel structures for your project are optimal from the start. We help you with the entire process – from idea and drawing to fully assembled structure.
Our engineers and consultants help you find the right solution based on your project's specifications and requirements. We assist with technical assessments, design principles and ensure that the construction is both efficient, robust and sustainable.
Technical consulting and concept development
Early-phase assessments and material selection
Project-specific solutions and recommendations
Correct sizing is essential for the construction to be safe, cost-effective and have a long service life. We perform accurate calculations according to current standards and regulations, so that the steel structures can withstand all loads.
Static and dynamic analyses
Load calculations and foundation
Capacity and sizing reports
We use advanced BIM (Building Information Modeling) technology and 3D design, which ensures efficient planning and precise results. With digital models, we ensure good coordination, visualization and quality throughout the project.
3D drawings and visualizations
BIM interaction with other disciplines
Collision control and digital project management
Our experts optimize steel structures with regard to sustainability, material use and cost-effectiveness. The goal is always to find solutions that reduce material consumption, time consumption and environmental impact – without compromising quality or safety.
Optimization of material consumption
Efficient production and assembly methods
Cost-saving measures and sustainable solutions
Steel structural engineering is the planning, dimensioning and modelling of load-bearing steel structures prior to production and construction. The process includes the selection of the design principle, the calculation of loads and the preparation of technical drawings and 3D models. The aim is to ensure that the construction is safe, efficient and in accordance with applicable requirements and standards.
Structural engineering consulting involves developing and evaluating solutions for load-bearing structures based on the project's requirements. This includes the selection of materials, the assessment of load-bearing systems, and the recommendation of technical solutions. Consulting is often done early in the project to ensure the right decisions are made before the project moves forward.
Correct dimensioning is essential for a steel structure to withstand all loads throughout its service life. This includes self-weight, payload, snow, wind and any dynamic impacts. Correct dimensioning provides both high safety, optimal material use and a more cost-effective solution.
BIM (Building Information Modeling) is a method for developing digital 3D models of buildings and structures with associated technical information. BIM is used for coordination between disciplines, visualization of solutions and quality assurance of the project. The method makes it easier to detect errors early and improves collaboration in complex construction projects.
2D drawings show the construction in plan, section and facade, while 3D design provides a full digital model of the entire construction. 3D models provide a better overview, easier coordination and reduce the risk of errors. In modern construction projects, 3D models are often used as the basis for both production and assembly.
Designing helps to lower costs by optimizing the design before production begins. This makes it possible to reduce material consumption, simplify production and avoid changes along the way. Good choices early in the project often result in lower total costs and more efficient execution.
Structural optimization is the process of improving a steel structure to achieve the best possible balance between strength, weight, cost and sustainability. This may involve selecting more efficient profiles, reducing material usage and adapting production and assembly methods.
Design should start early, preferably in the concept and planning stages. Early involvement makes it possible to make the right choices before solutions are locked in, and provides better control over costs, progress and quality throughout the project.
Quality in the design phase is ensured through checking calculations, models and drawings according to current standards. This includes verification of load assumptions, dimensioning and coordination between disciplines. Digital tools such as BIM contribute to better quality and fewer errors.
Design forms the basis for both production and assembly of steel structures. Drawings and models are used directly in the factory and on the construction site. Good interaction between design, production and assembly improves the flow of the project and reduces the risk of errors and delays.
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