Location
St. Thomas Classroom 3
Session Number
3
Session Title
Post-Tensioning Lessons Learned
Track Title
Bridges
Event Description/Abstract
This session is an overview of post-tensioning design concepts, specifications, and construction practices. The two presenters have recent experience with post-tension design through the recently constructed bridges on US 31 over Kern Road in South Bend and the I-69 northbound ramp to SR 37 in Fishers. Topics to be discussed with include efficient uses of post-tensioning, critical design concepts, pre-construction meetings, contractor certification requirements, documentation of construction activities, and safety during tensioning operations.
Post Tensioning Lessons Learned
St. Thomas Classroom 3
This session is an overview of post-tensioning design concepts, specifications, and construction practices. The two presenters have recent experience with post-tension design through the recently constructed bridges on US 31 over Kern Road in South Bend and the I-69 northbound ramp to SR 37 in Fishers. Topics to be discussed with include efficient uses of post-tensioning, critical design concepts, pre-construction meetings, contractor certification requirements, documentation of construction activities, and safety during tensioning operations.
