Daily Archives: August 18, 2009

Post Tensioned Concrete and LEED (part 2)

BUILDING WEIGHT As described in a previous blog, unbonded post-tensioned concrete can reduce vertical construction elements.  Simply put, the less material used means less building weight (dead load).  The reduced weight can allow for smaller foundations and shear walls.  This can … Continue reading

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