A fabrication shop in Chattanooga, TN bid on a freestanding mezzanine platform for a distribution warehouse. The owner needed a 20'×16' platform with W-beam framing, bar grating, and a perimeter guardrail to support 125 psf live load. Total steel weight was roughly 2,000 lbs. The shop used IronKit to generate the full bid in about 10 minutes. The quote split shop fabrication from field erection — a detail the warehouse owner specifically appreciated, since he had his own crew for the install but needed shop-built components delivered ready to bolt.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does an $8K mezzanine quote cover?
All structural steel — beams, joists, grating, edge angles, and connection hardware — plus shop fabrication, field erection labor, and primer. Engineering and finish paint are excluded.
Does IronKit separate shop and field labor?
Yes. IronKit breaks out shop fab hours and field erection hours at different rates so the customer can see exactly where the cost comes from.
Can I change the load rating after generating?
Absolutely. Adjust the member sizes and grating spec in the editor and IronKit recalculates the cost. No need to start over.