Tag Archives: Post Tensioning
PT Tendon Breakage at Fixed End Anchor
On occasion, a post-tension cable may break at the fixed end anchor during the stressing operation. The possible causes of tendon breakage include: A kink in the steel strand. Incorrect fixed-end seating of wedges. A concrete void behind the fixed-end anchor. … Continue reading
How do I know if my Post-Tensioning Tendons have been stressed?
As a post-tensioning inspector or installer, have you ever been in a situation whether you are unsure whether some PT tendons have been stressed? By not having a PT tendon stressed, this could have detrimental effects on the structure. Here … Continue reading
Protecting exposed strand at Construction Joints
With some post-tension systems, the installer is required to strip the plastic-sheathing in order to install the intermediate anchors at the construction joints. One issue is how to protect the exposed strand until the second pour is made (pictured below … Continue reading