Introduction: What Are Assemblies and Why Use Them?

Assemblies in VoltPro are pre-configured groups of materials, equipment, and labor that you can quickly add to estimates. Think of them as templates that save you from repeatedly entering the same items for common job components.

Benefits of using assemblies:

• Save hours of time on repetitive estimating tasks

• Ensure consistency across all your estimates

• Reduce the risk of forgetting critical components

• Calculate complex material needs automatically

• Improve estimate accuracy

• Easily adapt to different job specifications

Assembly Creation Basics

Before diving into specific use cases, let's cover the fundamentals of creating an assembly in VoltPro.

How to Access the Assembly Creation Screen

1. From your VoltPro dashboard, click on the "Materials" tab in the main navigation

2. Select "Assemblies" from the dropdown menu

3. Click the "+ New Assembly" button in the top right corner

Key Components of an Assembly

• Name: A descriptive title that clearly identifies the assembly's purpose

• Description: Additional details about when and how to use the assembly

• Assembly Unit Type: Choose between "Per Unit" or "By Area" depending on how the assembly will be calculated

• Items: The materials, equipment, and labor components that make up the assembly

• Quantity: How many of each item are required per unit or area

• Markup: Optional percentage markup specific to items within the assembly

Now, let's explore the three main types of assemblies you can create in VoltPro.