Tags are keyword labels that allow your team to filter and narrow their search results. Only admins can create and apply tags.
Best practice is for admins to only tag their Typical details. This helps provide transparency into what details make up their standards library.
For most other team members, the search functionality is powerful enough to surface the best detail.
For Architects & Designers
Organize by Uniformat code, for example:
Roof Details
Door Details
Exterior Walls
Stairs
The table below provides a starting point for common tag categories used by architecture firms:
Tag Category | Recommended Tags / Examples |
Assembly Type | Roofing, Wall, Foundation, Slab, Opening |
Building / Construction Type | Wood Frame, Masonry, CMU, Curtain Wall, Steel Frame |
Detail Sub-Type | Flashing, Waterproofing, Insulation, Air Barrier, Thermal Break |
Doors & Openings | Door Frame, Sill, Head, Jamb, Storefront, Curtain Wall |
Interior Conditions | Millwork, Casework, Partition, Ceiling |
Project / Building Type | Multifamily, Commercial, Healthcare, Education |
Vertical Circulation | Stair, Ramp, Elevator Pit, Guardrail |
QA/QC Status* | Vetted, In Review, Reference Only, Standard |
For Engineers
Organize by material type, for example:
Concrete
Steel
Wood
The table below provides a starting point for common tag categories used by engineering firms:
Tag Category | Recommended Tags / Examples |
Discipline | Structural, Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing, Fire Protection, Civil |
Material | Concrete, Steel, Cold-Formed Steel, Wood, Masonry |
System / Assembly Type | Drilled Pier, PT Slab, Cold-Formed Steel, Steel Brace Frame, Spread Footing, Grade Beam |
Connection Type | Beam-Column, Shear Wall, Hold-Down, Moment Frame, Anchor Bolt |
MEP System Type | Duct Construction, Fire Damper, FCU, AHU, Equipment Mounting |
PDF Section Number | 10 Concrete, 25 Steel Foundation, 40 Wood Framing |
QA/QC Status* | Vetted, Standard, Reference Only, In Review |
*Tags can be utilized to assist admins with vetting of existing details.
You can add a second parameter for subcategories, but most firms find it unnecessary thanks to Pirros' powerful search capabilities.
💡 Need to bulk apply tags? Check out our Bulk Import/Export feature.