diff --git a/.obsidian/bookmarks.json b/.obsidian/bookmarks.json new file mode 100644 index 0000000..6a6bf8d --- /dev/null +++ b/.obsidian/bookmarks.json @@ -0,0 +1,9 @@ +{ + "items": [ + { + "type": "file", + "ctime": 1754398939230, + "path": "full-takeoff.md" + } + ] +} \ No newline at end of file diff --git a/.obsidian/hotkeys.json b/.obsidian/hotkeys.json index fa3fb0b..bf06561 100644 --- a/.obsidian/hotkeys.json +++ b/.obsidian/hotkeys.json @@ -32,5 +32,6 @@ ], "key": "ArrowDown" } - ] + ], + "editor:toggle-checklist-status": [] } \ No newline at end of file diff --git a/construction-estimating-software.md b/construction-estimating-software.md index a17d6b5..d4c0861 100644 --- a/construction-estimating-software.md +++ b/construction-estimating-software.md @@ -68,4 +68,10 @@ Suppose a minimal } ] } -``` \ No newline at end of file +``` + +## Innovative Concepts + +* [[estimating-as-code]] +* [[estimating-ergonomics]] +* [[estimating-dimensionality]] \ No newline at end of file diff --git a/electrical.md b/electrical.md index 2b45a9a..a8cd6bf 100644 --- a/electrical.md +++ b/electrical.md @@ -12,6 +12,17 @@ tags: By PDI convention, [child:: [[lighting-controls]]] are generally "Electrical", not "Lighting". +### Wiring Device Specifications + +Wiring devices and their wall plates are a common target of [[gold-plating]]. + +* Device grades (commercial < specification) +* General use receptacle amp rating (N5-15R vs N5-20R) +* Device plate material (plastic < nylon < stainless steel) +* Device plate size (standard size < mid-size < oversize "jumbo") +* Screwless plates +* Floor box covers (plastic < brass < aluminum) + ## Sequence ### 1. Estimate preparation diff --git a/estimating-dimensionality.md b/estimating-dimensionality.md index 6aae208..1fdcfb6 100644 --- a/estimating-dimensionality.md +++ b/estimating-dimensionality.md @@ -1,6 +1,8 @@ --- tags: - estimating + - software + - organization --- # Estimating Dimensionality diff --git a/estimating-philosophy.md b/estimating-philosophy.md index c2216c7..a3d4fe5 100644 --- a/estimating-philosophy.md +++ b/estimating-philosophy.md @@ -21,3 +21,5 @@ in the construction estimating software development space, consistent with ignorance of consumer need. [[ai-in-estimating]] is a depressing example of how little estimators can expect for innovative features from these companies. + +[[separating-estimating-concerns]] diff --git a/full-takeoff.md b/full-takeoff.md index 7ec38a6..526ad80 100644 --- a/full-takeoff.md +++ b/full-takeoff.md @@ -26,8 +26,10 @@ tags: 4. [[units]] 5. [[fixtures]] 6. [[electrical]] -7. [[low-voltage]] -8. [[lightning-protection]] -9. [[misc-budgets]] +7. [[telecom]] +8. [[low-voltage]] +9. [[fire-alarm]] +10. [[lightning-protection]] +11. [[misc-budgets]] ### 3. Extension (Review and Checking) diff --git a/low-voltage.md b/low-voltage.md index 965347d..edefa70 100644 --- a/low-voltage.md +++ b/low-voltage.md @@ -6,40 +6,20 @@ tags: --- # Low Voltage +## Info + +* Security/Intrusion Detection +* Access Control +* CCTV +* Audio-Visual +* Wi-Fi + +Not to be confused with [[telecom]]. + ## Sequence ### 1. Estimate preparation -## Telecom - Riser - -1. Service entrance conduit "Site Low Voltage Ductbank (SLVDB)" -2. Riser throughout building -3. Sleeving for riser - -## Telecom - Devices - -1. Locate Proposal/Scope of Work. Determine ownership and takeoff responsibility: - * Cabling - * Conduit & Pathways - * Sleeving -2. Locate which plans the LV is taken off on -3. Locate LV Details -4. Read about the project specifications and construction type -5. Fill out OneNote - -### 2. Takeoff - -1. Takeoff devices as shown throughout the building -2. Takeoff Conduit Riser as needed - -### 3. Extension (Review and Checking) - -1. Sleeving - -## Low Voltage - -### 1. Estimate preparation - 1. Locate Proposal/Scope of Work. Determine ownership and takeoff responsibility: * Cabling * Conduit & Pathways diff --git a/necessary-automation.md b/necessary-automation.md index db2a980..e26094b 100644 --- a/necessary-automation.md +++ b/necessary-automation.md @@ -3,7 +3,7 @@ id: aliases: [] tags: - automation - - occupational + - organization - software - type/idea --- diff --git a/requirement-precedence.md b/requirement-precedence.md new file mode 100644 index 0000000..e519da7 --- /dev/null +++ b/requirement-precedence.md @@ -0,0 +1,9 @@ +--- +id: +aliases: [] +tags: + - occupational +--- +# Requirement Precedence + +Plans & Specs < Proposal < Specific Direction diff --git a/risk.md b/risk.md index d182c75..82660d6 100644 --- a/risk.md +++ b/risk.md @@ -66,3 +66,7 @@ but that is better determined mathematically. Risk Registers are a standard method of documenting [[risk]]. They are a hallmark of [[project-management-tm]] practice. + +### Simulation + +[[monte-carlo-methods]] diff --git a/telecom.md b/telecom.md new file mode 100644 index 0000000..0b3eaeb --- /dev/null +++ b/telecom.md @@ -0,0 +1,145 @@ +--- +id: +aliases: [] +tags: + - systems/telecom +--- +# Telecom + +## Info + +* Telephone +* Data +* Cable TV + +Not to be confused with [[low-voltage]]. + +## Sequence + +### 1. Estimate preparation + +#### Riser + +1. Locate MDF and IDF Rooms +2. Service entrance conduit "Site Low Voltage Ductbank (SLVDB)" +3. Riser throughout building +4. Sleeving for riser + +#### Devices + +1. Locate Proposal/Scope of Work. Determine ownership and takeoff responsibility: + * Cabling + * Conduit & Pathways + * Sleeving +2. Locate which plans the LV is taken off on +3. Locate LV Details +4. Read about the project specifications and construction type +5. Fill out OneNote + +### 2. Takeoff + +1. Takeoff devices as shown throughout the building +2. Takeoff Conduit Riser as needed + +#### "Site Low Voltage Duct Bank" + +* Conduit from outside of building to MDF + +| | | +| -------- | ------------------------------- | +| Area | 2 - Site | +| Phase | Site | +| System | LVD - Site Low Voltage Ductbank | +| Bid Item | 1 - Site | + +`COMMON ASSEMBLIES`/`PDI EMPTY CONDUIT` + +* Size and quantity per proposal > drawings > assume (4) 4"C +* Stubbed 5' outside of building footprint +* Garden Style - Outside of every building + +#### Telecom Vaults + +* Temp. Item +* $1000, 12 Hours, Sort Code 200 + +#### Backbone Riser + +| | | +| ------ | --------------------- | +| Area | Lvl | +| Phase | BOH | +| System | TC - Telecom Backbone | + +Typically (2-4) 4" conduit ran from building entrance to Main Telecom Room. + +Then from MTR/MDF/MPOE, typically (2-4) 4" to Telecom Riser (sometimes in electrical room), Add for vertical + +> Going forward for the riser backbone. It's better to utilize a Typical and put 15' of the conduit riser on each floor bc currently it has the entire riser on the mezzanine level. So when Ops goes to release the conduit from the CBOM they are going to have it all on the mezzanine level and not on every level where it's needed + +Add sleeves +* (2) 4" EZ Path - ID.HILTI + +#### Telecom Backboard + +A-Bid: Telecom Backbone + +`COMMON ASSEMBLIES`/`MISC ASSEMBLIES`/`... PLYWOOD BACKBOARD` + +#### Corridor Conduit + +* EMPTY CONDUIT : MSDE TO IDF + +* "Average of subfeeds" +* Add Conduit to Riser + +* Choose Material + +* Choose size +* Strut mount + +#### Inner Duct + +USE GP (CA.27.10.11-14) + +For Future use (ex// Fiber) + +* "Average of subfeeds" +* Run in Corridors +* One Line Item per Area per level + +> * Level 2 Area A has 20 Units +> * Subfeed Average is 100' +> * Level 2 Area A Micro Duct = 2000' Length and 20 Count + +#### Devices + +CA. Telecom. 8. 6 or 7 + +Take off by counts on Drawings + +3/4" or 1" EMT Stub Up (Use 1" if not specified) +* Unless plans state conduit home runs +* Already at 10' +* Use 9 and 10 if over 10' + +Count all telecom located in a wall +* Don't need for floorboxes +* Don't need to link +* Doesn't matter what wall type + +If more than 3 wires use 1" conduit + +##### Rough-In Only + +Run when Free Air is Qualified on Proposal + +CA.27.8.6/7 +* Parts: 1 Box, EMT Stubby, 2 J-Hooks + +CA.22.7 +* Parts: 2 Boxes, EMT Stub, 1 J-hook/per 6' + +### 3. Extension (Review and Checking) + +1. Sleeving diff --git a/units.md b/units.md index d063fa6..46d3f92 100644 --- a/units.md +++ b/units.md @@ -63,7 +63,7 @@ tags: #### Shade Control -#### "High Lows" +#### "High-Lows" `COMMON ASSEMBLIES`/`TELECOM SYSTEMS`/`UNIT DATA - TELECOM`/`HIGH-LOW - TV SCOOP 1 1/2" ENT - NO CABLE`