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Conveying Estimating Services
ACON Engineering provides conveying equipment estimating services that calculate the costs for your vertical and horizontal transport systems. We measure and price the materials for elevators, escalators, and industrial material lifts. Our estimators focus strictly on these specialized systems to give general contractors and specialty installers a clear breakdown of equipment units and labor hours.
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Your Reliable Partner for Conveying Takeoffs
Conveying equipment is costly, and the price is split between the unit and its installation. Acon Engineering estimates both. We read your plans and identify each system, from passenger elevators to belt and screw conveyors. Our estimators count the drives, controllers, rails, and structural supports each system needs. Then we price the equipment, the labor, and the support work to your local rates. This covers the full CSI Division 14 scope. You get a clear number for every conveying system before you submit your bid.
Conveying Systems We Estimate
We estimate every system that moves people and materials through your project. Each takeoff below is priced for the equipment and the installation. You get one clear number you can bid from.
Elevator Estimating
We calculate the costs for traction and hydraulic passenger elevators. Our team reviews hoistway dimensions and cab finishes to ensure accurate material pricing. You receive a complete cost breakdown for the exact vertical transport systems your building requires.
Escalators Estimating
Our estimators quantify the step chains, handrails, and drive motors needed for heavy foot traffic areas. We measure the structural configurations to provide exact equipment costs, helping you bid confidently on large retail centers and busy airport terminals.
Accessibility Lifts Estimating
We count the vertical platform lifts and wheelchair stair lifts shown on your architectural plans. Our team verifies that all equipment meets ADA compliance and local safety codes. This ensures your bid covers all necessary mobility solutions accurately.
Dumbwaiters Estimating
We measure the tracks and hoist mechanisms for commercial kitchens, hospitals, and multi-story retail spaces. You get exact unit counts and labor hours for installing these small freight systems, preventing costly omissions in your final project proposal.
Industrial Conveyor Estimating
Our team calculates the required belt, roller, and screw conveyors for warehouses and large manufacturing plants. We assess the material flow layouts to price the specific drive systems and supports, giving you highly reliable numbers for complex industrial facilities.
Belt Conveyor Estimating
We count the belt, rollers, idlers, drives, and supports along every line. The estimate is built by conveyor length and load, so your material-handling bid stays accurate from the infeed to the discharge.
Conveying Estimating Deliverables
You receive an itemized Excel spreadsheet that clearly lists every conveying unit, material cost, and labor hour. Along with the spreadsheet, we provide color-coded PDF plans. These marked-up drawings show the locations of every elevator, escalator, and lift we counted.
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Our 4-Step Estimating Process
We follow a straightforward workflow to get your bid numbers back to you on time.
01
Send Your Blueprints
Upload your architectural drawings and equipment specifications. Our team reviews your mechanical plans and sends a flat-rate quote to complete the estimate.
02
Conveying Equipment Takeoff
Our estimators measure the hoistways and count the specific lift systems on your digital plans. We capture the exact machinery needed to meet building codes.
03
Apply Local Pricing
We calculate the material costs and labor hours for your project. We match these numbers to your specific zip code so your bid reflects actual U.S. market rates.
04
Review and Delivery
A senior estimator checks the equipment counts for accuracy. We deliver your fully itemized Excel sheet and marked-up PDF plans within 3 days.
Industry Software for Conveying Estimates
We use reliable software to measure your digital blueprints accurately. Our estimators work with PlanSwift and Bluebeam to get the dimensions for hoistways and unit counts for escalators straight from your screen.
Why Contractors Choose ACON Engineering
We quantify conveying systems by their parts, the units, drives, rails, and supports, then price each against your local market. You get a takeoff built on how these systems are actually installed.
Certified Conveyor Estimators
Our certified conveyor estimators dedicate their focus entirely to Division 14. We evaluate your vertical transport systems as independent mechanical installations, ensuring every escalator and elevator is priced accurately.
Specialized Labor Calculations
Assembling large mechanical lifts demands highly skilled tradesmen. We calculate specific labor hours for installing and testing these complex machines, preventing you from underestimating timelines and keeping your workforce budget secure.
Detailed Cost Bid
A successful elevator bid covers more than just the cab. We capture required guide rails, control panels, hoist ropes, and safety buffers. This comprehensive approach ensures you never pay for missing structural components.
Fast Turnaround Times
We review your mechanical blueprints and deliver complete conveying estimates within two to three days. Receiving itemized data quickly allows your team to review numbers and make strategic adjustments before submission deadlines.
Unlimited Revisions
Architectural designs frequently change before the final bid date. When architects issue addendums for vertical transport systems, we provide unlimited revisions to update your equipment counts and keep your proposal perfectly aligned.
Save Up to 60%
Access a full estimating team for significantly less than hiring an in-house employee. Our pay-per-project model removes salaries and overhead, meaning you only spend money when actively bidding on a project.
Calculate Your Conveying Takeoff Cost in 30 Seconds
Use our quick tool to get an estimated price for your conveying estimating services. This gives you a fast baseline before you request an official quote from our team.
Step 1 · Choose Your Project Type
Pick the project you want to bid on. We cover commercial, high-rise, industrial and warehouse buildings.
Step 2 · Set Your Project Size
Enter your total square footage, floor count or drawing sheet count. This helps us measure the scale of your conveying scope.
Step 3 · Select Your Required Systems
Pick the systems you need us to quantify. We cover elevators, escalators, moving walks, belt and roller conveyors, industrial conveyors, cranes, hoists and lifts.
Estimated fee
$1,250
Turnaround · 3 business days
Final fee depends on plan complexity. No charge until you approve.
Conveying Estimating Services Pricing
Our pricing plans fit your current bidding volume without locking you into complicated contracts. Pay a flat rate for a single project or choose a monthly plan to support a busy pipeline.
Single Project
Contractors who need one conveying estimate for a specific bid or job site.
From $750
- One complete conveying takeoff
- 3 business day turnaround
- One round of revisions
- PDF and Excel deliverables
Bid partner
Firms that bid on several projects a month and need steady support.
$2,495 / mo
- Up to 6 projects per month
- 24 hour rush option included
- Two rounds of revisions
- Dedicated project lead
- Procore and Dropbox sync
Enterprise
For large teams that bid heavy volume and need a dedicated estimator.
Custom
- Unlimited projects
- SLA backed turnaround
- Custom format and templates
- Quarterly business reviews
Zero risk start. Not happy with your first deliverable? You pay nothing, full stop.
Trusted by Contractors and Developers Nationwide
Builders, developers, and subs across the United States.
ACON Engineering is great to work with. The team is hardworking, professional, and takes pride in their work. They respond quickly, communicate clearly, and keep every project moving smoothly from start to finish.
Acon Engineering is a trustworthy and professional firm. They consistently deliver on time and are excellent to work with throughout the process. Their estimates are clear, organized, and supported by detailed documentation.
It was a pleasure working with them. The team was professional, responsive, and easy to communicate with throughout the project. Their service was reliable, efficient, and delivered exactly what was promised.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
We estimate elevators, escalators and moving walks, along with belt, roller and industrial conveyors. We also cover cranes, hoists, material lifts and dumbwaiters. Each system is priced for its equipment and installation.
Yes. We break out the equipment price from the installation labor and structural support on every system. This lets you compare vendor quotes and see exactly where your conveying budget goes.
Division 14 is the conveying equipment division. It covers elevators, escalators, moving walks, lifts, dumbwaiters and hoists. We estimate this scope as its own trade, not as a line buried in a general bid.
We quantify the units, drives, controllers, rails, belts and structural supports for each system. We also count the safety components and landing equipment, so the full scope is on your bid.
We work with general contractors, elevator and material-handling subcontractors, and developers. We also serve architects, engineers, warehouse owners and project managers who need accurate conveying numbers to bid or budget.
We estimate conveying systems for commercial, high-rise, industrial and warehouse projects. We also cover airports, malls, hospitals and distribution facilities, where conveying equipment carries a large share of the budget.
You receive an itemized takeoff in editable Excel with a marked-up plan, sorted by system. We deliver most estimates within two to three days, with a rush option for tight bids.
Get in Touch With Our Certified Estimators
Speak directly with a certified estimator about your upcoming bid. The team will review your scope of work and outline a clear strategy. You get straightforward communication and reliable numbers to help you win the job.
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