Submittal vs Shop Drawing
A shop drawing is one type of submittal. Submittals also include product data, samples, schedules, test reports, and closeout documents.
Submittal
- Reviewing proposed products
- Tracking required documentation
- Managing design team review
Shop Drawing
- Showing fabrication details
- Showing installation dimensions
- Coordinating project-specific assemblies
Key differences
| Point | Submittal | Shop Drawing |
|---|---|---|
| Scope | A broad review category. | A specific drawing-based submittal type. |
| Format | Can be many document types. | Usually drawings, diagrams, or coordinated layouts. |
| Use | Confirms conformance with contract requirements. | Shows how specific work will be fabricated or installed. |
Example in context
A door hardware package may include product data, samples, and shop drawings. All are submittals, but only the coordinated drawing set is the shop drawing.