Tooltip Categories: Division 03 - Concrete
Post Tension
Post tension (post-tensioning) is a method of reinforcing a concrete slab or beam with high-strength steel tendons that are stretched with hydraulic jacks after the
Foundation
A foundation is the lowest part of a building’s structure. Its job is to carry the weight of the building and everything in it (plus
Scarifying
Scarifying is the process of mechanically removing the top surface of a concrete slab to lower its elevation, roughen it for a new topping or
Nelson Studs
Nelson studs are headed steel shear studs (also called shear connectors or headed stud anchors) welded to the top flange of a steel beam, usually
Rebar
Rebar (reinforcing bar) is a steel bar cast into concrete to resist tension, because concrete is strong in compression but weak in tension. Rebar is