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Trades & review criteria

Fabrication Trades & Review Criteria

Plumb reviews fabrication drawing packages for coordination issues, inconsistencies, missing information, and other items that deserve attention before release.

The same systematic review process is applied to every package, with review criteria adapted to the trade, materials, and fabrication methods involved.

The checks change with the trade.

What Plumb checks by trade.

Structural Steel

Beams, columns, connections, weldments.

Plumb reviews structural steel packages for the documentation and coordination issues that can create questions, delays, or rework once fabrication begins.

What we check that's specific to this trade

  • 01Weld callout completeness (AWS D1.1 symbol set)
  • 02Slip-critical bolt connection detail
  • 03Member size vs schedule consistency
  • 04AISC standard references and edition years
  • 05Splice details and field-weld locations

Architectural & Ornamental Metals

Aluminum, stainless, railings, decorative metals, and specialty fabrication.

Finish requirements, exposed connections, and coordination with adjacent construction can make small drawing inconsistencies expensive to correct later.

What we check that's specific to this trade

  • 01Finish system completeness (anodize spec, mill finish vs polished)
  • 02Fastener schedule and head-style callouts
  • 03Expansion joints in long aluminum runs
  • 04Dissimilar-metal isolation between fasteners and substrate
  • 05Anchor coordination with adjacent trades

Millwork & Carpentry

Custom casework, architectural millwork, joinery, and finish carpentry.

Millwork packages depend on many small decisions being documented consistently across plans, elevations, sections, schedules, and details.

What we check that's specific to this trade

  • 01Edge banding callouts and PVC vs wood-veneer specs
  • 02Hardware schedule completeness
  • 03Panel-grain direction notes
  • 04AWI/QCP compliance flags by section
  • 05Finish schedule consistency (sheen, stain, grade)

Fiberglass & Composites

FRP, GFRC, molded components, and composite assemblies.

Composite fabrication depends on clear material, mold, embed, finish, and connection information carrying consistently through the package.

What we check that's specific to this trade

  • 01Laminate schedule completeness (ply count, fabric, resin)
  • 02Mold release callouts and parting-line locations
  • 03Gel coat color and finish consistency across pieces
  • 04GFRC mix design references
  • 05Embed plate locations and connection details

Themed Entertainment / Scenic

Theme park, attraction, exhibit, and specialty scenic fabrication.

Themed work often combines multiple materials, fabrication methods, owner requirements, and finish systems inside the same package.

What we check that's specific to this trade

  • 01Client-spec compliance flags (Tier 3)
  • 02Theme finish callouts and sample references
  • 03Hidden fastener requirements
  • 04Weight load callouts for ride coordination
  • 05Client spec library check (Disney, Universal, federal, institutional)

Carved Rockwork & Scenic Paint

Sculpted rockwork, hardcoat, themed surfaces, and scenic finish systems.

Shape, texture, layering, durability, and finish intent all need to carry clearly from the design package into fabrication and installation.

What we check that's specific to this trade

  • 01Carve depth and texture callouts
  • 02Scenic paint schedule and topcoat
  • 03UV/durability spec vs interior/exterior
  • 04Wash, dry-brush, and detail finish layers

Mixed-Trade Packages

Packages that combine multiple fabrication scopes.

Plumb reviews mixed-trade packages as a complete set while applying the appropriate criteria to each fabrication scope.

What we check that's specific to mixed-trade packages

  • 01Coordination between different fabrication scopes
  • 02Conflicting dimensions, materials, and finish callouts
  • 03Connection and attachment interfaces between trades
  • 04Scope gaps and duplicated responsibilities
  • 05Cross-sheet consistency across the complete package
The framework

Same Review Framework. Trade-Specific Criteria.

Every package is reviewed across the same 14 review categories, including dimensions, materials, finishes, connections, cross-sheet consistency, fabrication readiness, scope boundaries, and engineering review flags.

The framework stays consistent. What Plumb looks for within it changes with the work.

See all 14 review categories →

Don’t See Your Trade?

If you fabricate it, there’s a good chance Plumb can review it.

Our review criteria are built around fabrication practices, not a fixed list of trades, and we’re actively expanding support for additional trade categories.

If your specific trade isn’t listed yet, send us a package and we’ll tell you whether Plumb is a good fit for it.

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