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Diagram of Post Tensioning Slab

Posted on September 14, 2010 by Neel Khosa

Your typical Unbonded Post-Tensioned concrete slab will require the following items: Post-Tensioning Tendon Anchorage Devices (at stressing, intermediate, fixed ends) Reusable Pocket Formers (at stressing ends) Split Pocket Formers (at intermediate ends) Wedges (at stressing, intermediate, fixed ends) Stressing Equipment … Continue reading →

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Material Properties of Post-Tension Strands

Posted on January 29, 2010 by Neel Khosa

The following is a list of basic formulas for 270 ksi, 7-wire Prestressing steel strand (per ASTM-A416) used in Post-Tensioned concrete. _______________________________ Assume 0.5″ diameter strand has cross-sectional area of 0.153 sq.in. and weight of 0.525 lbs/ft. Assume 0.6″ diameter strand … Continue reading →

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Download: Stressing Elongation Form

Posted on November 11, 2009 by Neel Khosa

Please download AMSYSCO’s ‘Master Stressing Record’ Stressing-Record(Click here to download).  The form is used for recording elongations for Unbonded Post Tensioning. This form is for Inspectors and Installers certified by the Post Tensioning Institute.  Check out our VIDEO for the basics in stressing post tensioning tendons. … Continue reading →

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