Category Archives: Post Tension
Unbonded Post Tensioning – Preconstruction Checklist
The following is a preconstruction checklist for General Contractors / Construction Managers that can be used for Unbonded Post Tensioning projects. It has saved AMSYSCO, Inc. and its Clients from costly errors, revisions, delays and problems. These checklist(s) are not inclusive and … Continue reading
Real Estate – Closure of Corus Bank Chicago
Corus Bank, National Association, Chicago, Illinois, was closed today by the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency, which appointed the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) as receiver. Corus is one of the largest of the 90 banks to close. this … Continue reading
Post Tensioned Concrete and LEED (part 3)
QUICKER CONSTRUCTION SCHEDULE Another important element that has an environmental influence is the speed of the construction schedule. Ideally, structures can be built faster with unbonded post-tensioning at no additional cost. Accordingly, the impact of construction on the surrounding environment … Continue reading