Design And Quantity Estimation Of Batch Plant Structure Using Tekla Structures

The increasing demand for RMC has made batch plant structures an essential component of modern construction projects. These structures support heavy equipment such as mixers, conveyors, silos, and aggregate storage systems, and therefore require proper structural design and accurate quantity estimation to ensure safety, stability, and economy. This project focuses on the design and quantity estimation of a batch plant structure using Tekla Structures, a Building Information Modelling (BIM) based structural detailing software. The primary objective of this study is to develop a three-dimensional model of the batch plant supporting structure and extract precise material quantities. Structural components including columns, beams, bracings, platforms, staircases, ladders and supporting frames were modelled following standard design practices. Load considerations such as dead load, live load, wind load and equipment loads were applied in accordance with relevant Indian Standard codes. Tekla Structures was used to generate detailed models, connection details, and fabrication drawings, enabling accurate visualization and clash-free modelling. Quantity take-offs were obtained directly from the BIM model, ensuring reliable estimation of steel, plates and bolts. This project demonstrates the effectiveness of BIM tools in improving accuracy, reducing manual errors, and enhancing efficiency in industrial structural design and estimation. Keywords— Batch Plant Structure, Tekla Structures, Structural Design, Quantity Estimation, BIM, Steel Detailing, Material Take-Off.