Post Tensioning in Building Structures

Post tensioning technology

History of Prestressing Technology

• PRINCIPLE OF POST-TENSIONING :
Using Prestressing forces to balance the external load

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Turnover 2017 : 20 millions USD
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General Design Principles of Post-Tensioning Structures

Overview
 Most common design code : ACI, Eurocode
 Tendon layout distribution
 Design strip method : Full strip
 Check SLS (Service Limit State) and ULS ( Ultimate Limit State)
 Satisfy vertical load (Selfweight, Deadload, Liveload) and lateral load (Wind,
Seism)
General Design Principles of Post-Tensioning Structures

Tendon layout
General Design Principles of Post-Tensioning Structures

Tendon layout
We prefer Banded – Distributed Layout
Advantage : Less intersection of tendon
 Easier for installation
 More suitable for long-span structure
General Design Principles of Post-Tensioning Structures

Design strips
Full width strips both directions
General Design Principles of Post-Tensioning Structures

SLS – Service Limit State check

The general accepted definition of SLS is that “during normal working conditions the
deformation of the members does not detract from the appearance, durability or
performance of the structure”

• Deflection
• Cracking
• Vibration (if required)

A serviceable structure is safe ???

• NO
• Stay within recommended span/d ratios
• Don’t forget long term effects of creep and shrinkage on
deflection
• Allow for cracking

General Design
General Design Principles of Post-Tensioning Structures

Deflection check
• Deflection should take into consideration any cracking in the slab
• Long term deflection should be assessed taking into consideration
creep etc.
• Long term deflection is generally 3 times instantaneous
• Most codes allow a reduction in live load 25-30%
General Design Principles of Post-Tensioning Structures

Cracking check
 Apart from ACI all the other codes allow cracking in PT slabs.
In Eurocode 2
 Cracks width are generally limited to 0.2mm (0.3mm is the normal allowable for reinforced
concrete)
 Hypothetical stress in the section is determined.
If hypothetical stress less than limit  Crack width is less than 0.2 mmI.
Otherwise, additional reinforcement is required
General Design Principles of Post-Tensioning Structures

Vibration check
 No Code specified. Using Guidance of Applied Technology Council (ATC)
 Analysis based upon natural frequency of floor and excitation generally footfall
 Criteria based upon susceptibility (discomfort)
General Design Principles of Post-Tensioning Structures

ULS – Ultimate Limit Stategn

• ULS design by strain compatibility
General Design Principles of Post-Tensioning Structures

Design PT slab for vertical and lateral load

General Design Principles of Post-Tensioning Structures

Following the ULS load combinations above. Rebar is added on the plan.
To intergrate vertical loads and lateral loads.
Using Adapt Edge for multi-storey modelling
Use of Post tensioning in Ground Anchor
Advantages of using PT in Building Structures
Advantages of using PT in Building Structures
Advantages of using PT in Building Structures
Advantages of using PT in Building Structures
Advantages of using PT in Building Structures
Advantages of using PT in Building Structures
Advantages of using PT in Building Structures

Reduce construction time

TYPCIAL ACTUAL 6 DAYS CYCLE OF KEANGNAM LANDMARK TOWER PROJECT

ACTIVITIES Duration DAY1 DAY2 DAY3 DAY4 DAY5 DAY6 DAY7 DAY8 DAY9 DAY10 DAY11 DAY12 DAY13 DAY14

Columns and Core wall rebar 2d

Columns and Core wall formworks 2d
Columns and Core wall casting concrete 1.5d
Slab Falsework / formwork erection 2d
Fixing bottom rebar 2d
Fixing stressing anchorages 0.5d
Fixing tendons 1d
Fixing top rebar and inspection 1d
Pouring concrete 0.5d
Curing of concrete 2d
Stressing 1d
Stripping of formwork 1d
Approval of stressing results 0.5d
Grouting of tendons 1d

6 days cycle 6 days cycle

Post-Tensioning System used in Building Structures
Post-Tensioning System used in Building Structures
Post-Tensioning System used in Building Structures

Bonded - ADVANTAGES Unbonded - ADVANTAGES

 Good flexural crack distribution  No grouting
 Good corrosion protection  Cost effective
 Flexibility for later cutting of  Easy pliability
penetrations  Low friction loss
 Easier demolition
Post-Tensioning System used in Building Structures
Post-Tensioning System used in Building Structures
Post-Tensioning System used in Building Structures
Post-Tensioning System used in Building Structures
Post-Tensioning System used in Building Structures
Post-tensioning in Recent Building Developments

POSTENSIONED SLAB IN BUILDING & INDUSTRIAL

 More than 50 projects
 Outsourcing design for Freyssinet Hong Kong, Freyssinet Russia
Post-tensioning in Recent Building Developments
Post-tensioning in Recent Building Developments

Construction Sequences
Post-tensioning in Recent Building Developments
How Can We Work Together ?

Approval Approval Approval

Architect concept Basic design Detail design Tender& Freyssinet do

design Construction
installation PT slab

Freyssinet help Freyssinet help Freyssinet help Freyssinet happy to

Architect, Client on Architect, Client on Architect, Client on tender Design &
structural concept, basic PT design reasonable detail PT Build for the PT slab
and estimated which is cost saving design for with optimized
budget of PT option. to the project. submittion approval. design

NOTE: Freyssinet propose until basic design FREE of charge