fv_dlg.dcl — Field Verification Dialog

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Field Measurement and Verification

Record as-built field measurements and verify conditions before fabrication for accurate panel fit-up and conflict avoidance.

Functional Purpose

Field Verification - Documents actual field conditions and measurements to verify design assumptions and update panel dimensions for accurate fit.

Key Functions:

  1. Record field dimensions (actual measurements vs design)

  2. Document conditions (existing structure, interferences)

  3. Verify clearances (adequate space for panels)

  4. Update panel dimensions (adjust for field conditions)

  5. Photo documentation (visual record of conditions)

  6. Issue tracking (conflicts, changes required)

Typical Workflow

1. Design panels based on drawings
2. Field crew visits site
3. Crew opens fv_dlg on tablet/laptop
4. Crew measures actual conditions:
   • Opening width: 12'-2" (design was 12'-0")
   • Floor elevation: 100'-3" (design was 100'-0")
   • Adjacent structure: 6" closer than shown
5. Crew takes photos of conditions
6. Crew notes discrepancies in fv_dlg
7. Data synced to project database
8. Engineer reviews field data
9. Panels adjusted to fit actual conditions
10. Conflicts resolved before fabrication

Control Semantics

Verification Type:

  • fv_type - What to verify:

    • Opening dimensions (width, height)

    • Floor elevations (slab height)

    • Clearances (adjacent structures)

    • Anchorage locations (bolt positions)

    • Utility conflicts (conduit, piping)

Measurement Entry:

  • fv_design - Design dimension (from drawings)

  • fv_actual - Actual field measurement

  • fv_variance - Difference (calculated automatically)

  • fv_tolerance - Is variance within tolerance? (Yes/No)

Location:

  • fv_location - Where measured:

    • Grid location (A-3, B-5)

    • Panel number reference

    • Floor/level

    • GPS coordinates (optional)

Documentation:

  • fv_photo - Attach photos

  • fv_notes - Field observations

  • fv_crew - Who measured (name, date)

  • fv_weather - Conditions (if relevant)

Action Required:

  • fv_action - Action dropdown:

    • No change required (within tolerance)

    • Adjust panel dimension

    • Engineering review required

    • Conflict - design change needed

Field Verification Examples

Example 1: Opening Width Variance

Location: Grid B-3, Ground Floor
Item: Door opening width
Design: 3'-6" (42")
Actual: 3'-7" (43")
Variance: +1"
Tolerance: ±1/4" (NO - exceeds!)
Action: Adjust panel - increase opening by 1"
Notes: "CMU opening 1" wider than shown on plans"
Photo: IMG_2024.jpg (shows opening)
Crew: J. Smith, 1/20/2026
Result: Panel P-105 opening increased to 43"

Example 2: Floor Elevation

Location: Grid line 1, entire length
Item: Second floor slab elevation
Design: 112'-0" (top of slab)
Actual: 112'-3" (measured at 10 locations)
Variance: +3"
Tolerance: ±1/2" (NO - exceeds!)
Action: Engineering review required
Notes: "Entire floor 3" high - structural steel issue"
Photos: Multiple elevations shots
Result: All second-floor panels adjusted +3" height

Example 3: Clearance Conflict

Location: North wall, Grid A
Item: Clearance to existing building
Design: 12" clear (1'-0")
Actual: 6" clear (measured)
Variance: -6" (less clearance!)
Tolerance: N/A (critical dimension)
Action: CONFLICT - design change
Notes: "Existing building encroaches - survey error?"
Photos: Shows actual gap
Result: Redesign connection, reduce panel projection

Integration

Mobile App:

  • Field crew uses tablet/phone

  • Offline capable (sync when online)

  • GPS location tagging

  • Photo capture integrated

Data Flow:

Field measurements ? fv_dlg ? Database
                                 ?
                           Engineer review
                                 ?
                         Update panel designs
                                 ?
                        Fabrication with correct dimensions

Outputs:

  • Field verification report

  • Variance summary

  • Action item list

  • Updated panel dimensions

Best Practices

When to Field Verify:

  • ? Before panel fabrication (critical!)

  • ? Existing buildings (renovation projects)

  • ? Critical fit conditions (tight clearances)

  • ? First panel of type (prototype verification)

What to Measure:

  • ? All opening dimensions (doors, windows)

  • ? Floor elevations (every level)

  • ? Clearances (adjacent structures)

  • ? Anchorage locations (bolt positions)

Documentation:

  • ? Take photos of all critical dimensions

  • ? Measure multiple times (verify accuracy)

  • ? Note conditions (wet, obstructed, etc.)

  • ? Get engineer approval for changes

Common Issues Found:

  • Opening dimensions wrong (most common - 30% of projects)

  • Floor elevations off (structural settling, construction variance)

  • Clearances less than shown (survey errors)

  • Existing utilities not shown (conflict)

  • Adjacent work interferes (sequencing issue)

Cost Impact of Field Verification

Without Verification:

Panel fabricated to design: $5,000
Arrives on site: DOESN'T FIT!
Options:
1. Field modify panel (grind, cut): +$2,000
2. Field modify structure: +$5,000
3. Reject panel, fabricate new: +$7,000

Total cost: $7,000 - $12,000 (140-240% over budget!)

With Verification:

Field verification cost: $500 (crew time, travel)
Adjust design before fabrication: $0
Panel fits correctly: $5,000
Total cost: $5,500 (10% over base, 50% SAVINGS!)

ROI: Field verification pays for itself 10:1

Documentation Metadata

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