Understanding and managing wall assemblies for commercial construction can often be complex and time-consuming. With Active Estimating’s new data-driven intelligence approach to assembly management, estimators can now simplify the process of mapping standard wall types to their respective 1-Hour, 2-Hour, and Shaft Wall ratings. This update marks a meaningful improvement in streamlining code-compliant assemblies, helping users get from takeoff to estimate with greater clarity and speed.

Seamless Fire Rating Mapping

The enhanced system focuses on a cleaner and more intuitive way to apply fire-resistance ratings to wall types. Whether an estimator is working on healthcare, hospitality, or high-rise projects, the solution eliminates redundant entry and confusion over which UL or GA assemblies correspond to a given wall configuration. This is especially critical when adhering to performance and safety guidelines across jurisdictions.

Key Improvements

• Direct mapping of wall types to code-compliant ratings (1-HR, 2-HR, Shaft)
• Elimination of double-entry between wall definitions and rating assignments
• Increased visibility of rating compliance during the estimating phase
• Streamlined workflows that match project complexity

How it Works

Instead of relying on manual classification or loosely defined rating categories, the platform’s structured classification system enables quick designation of each wall type’s rating during the early takeoff process. Users select a fire rating directly within the assembly interface—cutting down on documentation lag and simplifying audit reviews later.

Better Accuracy, Faster Turnaround

With improved rating logic now embedded, users are seeing faster bid creation timelines. There’s no need to cross-reference disjointed tables or legacy specs. Everything from wallboard selection to insulation and framing types can be pre-associated with the appropriate hourly rating, delivering a comprehensive scope with a fraction of the effort.

Built for Preconstruction and Field Alignment

While the features are powerful during estimating, they also benefit field operations. Because wall ratings and scope clarity are pre-defined, handoff packages become more actionable and reduce ambiguity downstream. That means fewer RFIs, better subcontractor alignment, and tighter coordination with field superintendents.

Scalable Across Project Types

This upgrade supports scalability across a wide variety of project profiles:

• Multi-family and residential high-rises
• Hospitals, labs, and healthcare centers
• Hospitality and gaming developments
• Large office cores with multiple rated shafts

With a system built around clarity and efficiency, Active Estimating ensures project teams don’t lose time manually verifying what should be intuitive. This approach removes subjectivity from wall ratings and gives estimators more confidence early in the bid cycle.

Contact Information

Active Estimating
508 2nd Street, Suite 208
Davis
California
95616

Rich Schoener
richard@activeestimating.com
(877) 982-2848
https://www.activeestimating.com/drywall-estimating-software

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