Cold-Formed Metal Framing
AI-powered cold-formed metal framing takeoff software
Cold-formed framing takeoffs combine the partition schedule, the structural framing notes, and the cold-formed spec. PreCal-IQ separates structural framing from interior partition framing and applies the right gauge and spacing per the spec.
What's included
Every cold-formed metal framing item, accounted for
- Interior partition stud framing by linear foot
- Curtain-wall and infill framing
- Joists and trusses for floors and roofs
- Tracks, headers, and accessories
- Bridging and bracing
Why teams switch
What manual cold-formed metal framing takeoffs cost you
Pricing the wrong stud gauge because the partition schedule and the structural spec disagree
Missing bridging requirements that only appear in the structural notes
How it works
From specs to cold-formed metal framing takeoff in 4 steps
- 1
Upload
Drop in the spec book PDF and the architectural drawings.
- 2
AI parses
PreCal-IQ extracts every cold-formed metal framing line item and cross-references the drawings.
- 3
Review
Verify quantities, edit inline, see flagged ambiguities.
- 4
Export
Send to Excel, your bid template, or vendors for pricing.
FAQ
Cold-Formed Metal Framing takeoff, answered
Can PreCal-IQ generate a cold-formed metal framing takeoff automatically?
Yes. PreCal-IQ's cold-formed metal framing takeoff software reads your spec book and drawings together, then generates the takeoff automatically. Light-gauge metal studs, joists, and tracks.
What does the cold-formed metal framing takeoff include?
Interior partition stud framing by linear foot. Curtain-wall and infill framing. Joists and trusses for floors and roofs. Tracks, headers, and accessories. Bridging and bracing.
How does PreCal-IQ compare to manual cold-formed metal framing takeoffs?
Manual cold-formed metal framing takeoffs take hours per project and miss items that AI catches consistently. PreCal-IQ runs the same scope in minutes, surfaces ambiguities for review, and keeps a record of every assumption.
How much does PreCal-IQ cost?
PreCal-IQ plans start at $499/month for unlimited takeoffs. See precaliq.com/pricing for the full plan breakdown.
Ready to automate cold-formed metal framing takeoffs?
Pick a plan and start generating cold-formed metal framing takeoffs today, or request a personalized demo on your own specs.