Post-Tensioned Building Designing Services

Listing ID #2994450

With the Development of Unbonded Post-tensioning Technology, architectural the world able to give full reign to their creativity - designing structures previously impossible to achieve. They can give column-free spaces - with which to enthrall and delight their audiences.

Advantages and Benefits :

• Post-tensioning (PT) frequently solves design and construction challenges that other construction methods simply cannot. Some key advantages include:
• Thinner concrete member sizes; reduction in concrete consumption up to 25%.
• Rebar in floor elements is reduced by 50% to 60%
• Decreased dead load reduces rebar and concrete in columns and foundations
• Longer spans and fewer columns give greater flexibility in floor layouts and better lighting in parking garages
• Reduced floor height also results in energy savings, especially for office buildings
• Improved seismic behavior
• Reduced deflection and vibration
• Improved crack control and waterproofing properties.
• Lower overall maintenance and life cycle costs of the structure
• Faster construction cycle due to early removal of shuttering.