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Post tensioning anchor system

English
Post Tensioning Rev. H page 1
INDEX

page

1. STRAND 3

2. ACTIVE ANCHORAGES M SERIES 4
2.1 Active Anchorages M 5
2.2 Anchorages M15 6
2.3 Anchorages M13 7
2.4 Accessories for injection on M anchorages 8

3. ACTIVE ANCHORAGES ME SERIES 10

4. SINGLE WIRE STRAND ANCHORAGES E SERIES 11
4.1 Anchorages E 13
4.2 Anchorages EX 16

5. PASSIVE ANCHORAGES D SERIES 17
5.1 Passive anchorages D15 18
5.2 Passive anchorages D13 19

6. PASSIVE ANCHORAGES S SERIES 20

7. C15 COUPLERS 22

8. COUPLERS G SERIES 23
8.1 Couplers G15 24
8.2 Couplers G13 25
8.3 Couplers G application 26

9. COUPLERS F SERIES 29

10. COUPLERS K SERIES 30

11. ELEMENTARY ANCHORAGES 31

12. METAL SHEATHS ST 31

13. ELEMENTS FOR CALCULATING LOSSES 33
13.1.1 Instantaneous losses 33
13.1.2 Drop in tension through friction 33
13.1.3 Drop in tension through wedge displacement 34
13.2 Deferred losses 35
13.2.1 Drop in tension through relaxation 35
13.2.2 Drop in tension through relaxation 35
13.2.3 Drop in tension through viscosity 36
13.3 Evaluation of elongation during tensioning of cables 36
13.3.1 Displacement of clamps on active anchors 36
13.3.2 Displacement of clamps and deformation on fixed anchors 36
13.3.3 Deformation of jacks 37
13.3.4 Tension values on post tensioned strand anchorages 37
13.3.5 Tensioning values on post tensioned bar anchorages 38
13.3.6 Tension limit for precompressed steels 38

14. GROUTING 39
14.1 Grouting with cap 40
14.2 Grouting with plug 41

15. DISTANCES BETWEEN ANCHORAGES 49
15.1 Distances from edges 49
15.2 Recesses 50

16. MS STAY CABLES SYSTEM 51
16.1 Adjustable anchorages MSA type 52
16.2 Fixed anchorages MSD type 53

17. BARS 54
17.1 TTB bar anchor system 56

18. EQUIPMENT 57
18.1.1 Hydraulic pump - series TTM-A 57
18.1.2 Hydraulic pump - series TTM 450-A 58
18.1.3 Stressing controllers series TTM 250-A 59
18.2 Stressing jacks series TTM 60
18.3 Sample pressuremeter S1000 62
18.4 Bar stressing jacks 63
18.5.1 Bar stressing jacks series DD 66
18.5.2 Bar stressing jacks series DX 67
18.6 Stressing controller - series TTM-E 69
18.7 Stressing jacks series M 70
18.8 Jack for extrusions - type M300 74
18.9 Strand opener jack - type S 4000 75
18.10 Wedge jacks type B300KN 77
18.11 Injection pump- type T 79
18.12 Strand forcing machine- type TTM-S4 83
18.12.1 Inserter caps 90
18.13 Reel carriers - type B1500 91
18.14 Load cells - series DI 92

19. SITES
19.1 Sites in Italy 97
19.2 Sites Abroad 100

Revision catalogue : H
Date issued : January 2005
1 - STRAND

STRAND FEATURES

Diameter Standard
Strand
type
Rated
diameter
Rated
area
Mass
Ultimate
strength
Elastic
limit
at 1%
Relaxation after
1000 h. a 0,7 -
0,8
pk
f
mm mm cu g/m kN kN % %
BS 5896/80
normal
super
12.5
12.9
93
100
730
785
164
186
139
158
2.5
2.5
4.5
4.5 0.5"
(T13)
ASTM A416/98
Quality
270
12.7 98.7 775 183.7 156 2.5 3.5
0.6"
(T15)
French Standard
and
pr EN 10138
normal
super
15.2
15.7
140
150
1095
1170
260
279
230
248
2.5
2.5
4.5
4.5
0.6"
(T15)
BS 5896/80
normal
super
15.2
15.7
139
150
1090
1180
232
265
197
225
2.5
2.5
4.5
4.5
0.6"
(T15)
ASTM A416/98
Quality
270
15.24 140 1102 260.7 221 2.5 3.5
0.6"
(T15)

ASTM A779/90

Compact 15.2 165 1290 300 264 2.5 4.5
Modulus = 196 +/- 10 kN / mm
2

The strand used for post tensioning is produced by SIDERURGICA LATINA MARTIN S.p.A. in
compliance with the law and according to the qualification procedures below:
- internal statistical controls;
- controls carried out by an official laboratory;
- elaboration of results obtained to verify the statistical compliance with the rules contained in the
Technical Standards.

The techniques used enable the production of stabilised and qualified strand.

The advantages offered by this product are:
- reduced relaxation;
- improved behaviour at low and high temperatures compared with traditional products;
- raising of proportional limit to 0,01%;
- noticeable reduction in production costs of c.a.p. finished products.

2 - ACTIVE ANCHORAGES M SERIES

The M system has been designed to meet the requirement of reducing the dimensions of the
anchorages and the distance between them.

Simulations using calculation programmes and finished parts and laboratory tests have made possible
the designing of an anchor which, by spreading the load in a particular way, generates tension in
compliance with the law.

The experience of the companies in the group in the metallurgical sector guarantees the use of quality
materials and suitable production processes.

All the anchorage plates are made of carbon steel C40-45 UNI EN 10083/1.
Given the chemical composition of the steel, the plate must for no reason be welded to reinforcement
structures or supports; every weld is a potential breakage point of the plate under load.
Conversely, castings, being carried out using spheroid iron, can be welded to the reinforcement
without requiring any particular measures. The centring of the steel reinforcement to the casting by
welding is highly recommended.


2.1 Active anchorages M

The active ANCHORAGES series M is made up of the following parts: casting, anchorage plate,
clamps and HDPE fitting to connect the casting to the metal sheath without sudden deviations.

Casting The castings have a supporting plane for the turned plate, coupling holes to cap and the
"injection inlet. The castings are made of spheroid iron EN-GJS 500-7 EN-JS-1050 (Italy UNI ISO
4544 GS 500-7, France NF A 32-201 FGS 500-7, Germany DIN 1693 GGG50, Great Britain BS 2789
500-7, ISO R 1083 50-7, Japan J.S.I. G 5502 FCD 50) which provides high resistance to stress and, as
it can be welded, guarantees greater safety during installation.

Anchorage plate The strand is blocked on a separating plate, with conical C40-45 UNI EN 10083/1
steel truncated bores and with either 16NiCr4Pb UNI EN 10277-4 or 9SMnP28 UNI 4838 type steel
7015-T15 clamps.

Connection Pipe The connection between the anchorage and sheath is by means of a tube passage
which guarantees a correct deviation of the strand, minimizing the loss values. The connection is
supplied either in HDPE or steel depending on its use.

Connecting to support All the castings have two equidistant slots which facilitate bolting them to the
support.

Grouting All the castings have a gas threaded hole for injecting, which enables connecting of
the injection equipment we supply. For further details regarding injection, turn to the chapter
dedicated to Equipment .


2.2 - Anchorages M 15

I
E
H
L C D

F
A

x

A
G
A
A

Type Final load A B C D E F G H I L
T15 T15S T15C
259 279 300
per cable per cable per cable
(kN) (kN) (kN) (mm) (mm) (mm) (mm) (mm) (mm) (mm) (mm) (mm) (mm)
4M15 1036 1116 1200 130 105 106 300 330 220 45/50 50 12 45
7M15 1813 1953 2100 160 125 133 340 390 260 62/67 55 12 45
9M15 2331 2511 2700 195 146 163 360 400 270 72/77 60 14 45
12M15 3108 3348 3600 225 160 185 385 430 320 80/85 65 14 45
15M15 3885 4185 4500 235 176 197 430 450 360 85/90 70 16 45
19M15 4921 5301 5700 265 200 215 430 500 400 95/100 75 16 56
22M15 5698 6138 6600 310 230 260 490 570 430 100/105 80 20 61
27M15 6993 7533 8100 330 250 277 500 650 470 110/115 90 20 70
31M15 8029 8649 9300 355 270 297 525 700 535 115/120 90 20 86
37M15 9583 10323 11100 375 280 314 590 730 560 130/135 90 20 86

The company reserves the right to change its products and specifications without notice.
All documents are in compliance with the Memorandum dated 15 October 1996 n 252 AA.GG./S.T.C. and have ministerial registration
2.3 - Anchorages M 13

I
E
H
L C D

F
A

x

A
G
A
A

Final load A B C D E F G H I L
T13 T13S
173 186
per cable per cable
(kN) (kN) (mm) (mm) (mm) (mm) (mm) (mm) (mm) (mm) (mm) (mm)
7M13 1211 1302 130 105 106 300 330 220 45/50 50 12 45
9M13 1557 1674 160 125 133 340 390 260 62/67 55 12 45
12M13 2076 2232 195 146 163 360 400 270 72/77 60 14 45
15M13 2595 2790 225 160 185 385 430 320 80/85 65 14 45
19M13 3287 3534 235 176 197 430 450 360 85/90 70 16 45
22M13 3806 4092 265 200 215 430 500 400 95/100 75 16 56
27M13 4671 5022 310 230 260 490 570 430 100/105 80 20 61
31M13 5363 5766 330 250 277 500 650 470 110/115 90 20 70
37M13 6401 6882 355 270 297 525 700 535 115/120 90 20 86
42M13 7266 7812 375 280 314 590 730 560 130/135 90 20 86


2.4 Grouting accessories on anchorages M

All the castings are supplied equipped with
protective covers for the threaded holes.

The protected holes are:
- gas hole for grouting
- three holes for connecting to cap

The casting is connected to the forming mould
by bolts housed in lateral slots, (the head of
the bolt must remain buried in the concrete).

DD-3050-A type valves fitted with DD-
6009 type tubes, L=100 mm and DD-6008
type L=200 mm
The three holes for connecting to the cap must
remain protected by the covers during the
grouting phase which will be removed at the
moment the threaded bars are screwed in to
hold the cap.
The gas hole for grouting must be
protected by a cover during all the grouting
phase.

This hole can be connected up to:
- a PVC tube with relative valve in
applications with cap
- a corrugated tube with valve for forming
moulds using a special connecter


All the transition cones are made of HDPE
and have on the back the wording shown on
the casting. We therefore recommend to
control compatibility of components before
installing.

All the transition cones have little steps which
indicate the internal dimension so as to enable
the use of sheaths with different diameters.
The cone must always be positioned external
to the sheath, cut in the position in compliance
with the diameter of the metal sheath used; a
suitable binding using PVC tape guarantees
sealing against grouting leaking in during the
grouting phase.

The castings have the following bores:

4M15, 7M15 threaded grouting hole and
only two holes for connecting to cap.

9M15, 12M15, 15M15, 19M15, 22M15,
27M15, 31M15 and 37M15 3/4 threaded
grouting hole and three holes for connecting
to cap.

Each cone must be fully screwed down so that
the stop is up against the casting.
Silicone or glues are not required to be used
because the threading is shaped so as to
guarantee the seal.

3 ACTIVE ANCHORAGES - SERIES ME

A feature of the ME active anchorage series is that they can be replaced after a period of time. They
are made up of a M type casting, specifically connected to a HDPE sheath with a transition cone.
The cone enables the grouting to remain inside, preventing the same from adhering to the internal
walls of the casting, guaranteeing that the cable can be dismantled and at the same time providing a
perfect seal. The grouting of the heads for external pre-stressing can be carried out using cementitious
mixture, wax or grease.
The strands can be nude or protected by grease and HDPE.
When using nude strand, provision must be made, in some cases, to use local protection of the clamps
with grease.

Type Final Load A B C D E F G H L
T15 T15S T15C
259 279 300
(kN) (kN) (kN) (mm) (mm) (mm) (mm) (mm) (mm) (mm) (mm) (mm)
4ME15 1036 1116 1200 130 106 63/3.6 135 50 330 220 12 310
7ME15 1813 1953 2100 160 133 75/4.3 160 55 390 260 12 360
9ME15 2331 2511 2700 195 163 90/5.1 177 60 400 270 14 430
12ME15 3108 3348 3600 225 185 110/6.3 195 65 430 320 14 450
15ME15 3885 4185 4500 235 197 110/6.3 210 70 450 360 16 520
19ME15 4921 5301 5700 265 215 110/6.3 245 75 500 400 16 600
22ME15 5698 6138 6600 310 260 125/7.1 265 80 570 430 20 660
27ME15 6993 7533 8100 330 277 140/8.0 295 90 650 470 20 700
31ME15 8029 8649 9300 355 297 140/8.0 295 90 700 535 20 760
37ME15 9583 10323 11100 375 314 160/9.31 330 90 730 560 20 800


4 MONO STRAND ANCHORAGES SERIES E

The E series mono strand anchorage is produced in full compliance with the Italian regulations in
force and according to the FIP recommendations. The E series mono strand anchorage
comprises the following parts: casting, clamps and HDPE joint for connecting the casting to the
strand coated with high density polyethylene.

Castings All the castings have holes for connection to the forming mould and set up to receive the
connection of a step which separates the anchorage from the mould. All the castings are made of
spheroid iron EN-GJS 500-7 EN-JS-1050 (Italy: UNI ISO 4544 GS 500-7, France: NF A 32-201
FGS 500-7, Germany: DIN 1693 GGG50, U.K: BS 2789 500-7, ISO R 1083 50-7, Japan: J.S.I. G
5502 FCD 50), which offers high resistance to stress and, as it can be welded, guarantees increased
safety during installation.

Wedges Anchorage of the strand is achieved using 7015-T15 type 16NiCr4Pb UNI EN 10277-4 steel
or 7017-T15 type 9SMnP28 UNI 4838 steel clamps.

Joint The connection between the anchorage and sheath is by means of a transition pipe that
guarantees correct sealing of the anchorage.


Poket former type DD-7004
Strand
Spring 150 P.60 wire 6 L.180 mm Transition pipe type DD-0115C0
HDPE pipe
Gasket type DD-7025
Nut type DD-9000
Anchorage type 1E15

4.1 - E Anchorages
B
C A
F H
G
E
D

Type Final load A B C D E F G H

T15 T15S T15C


(kN) (kN) (kN) (mm) (mm) (mm) (mm) (mm) (mm) (mm) (mm)

1E15 259 279 300 42 50 175 100 6 114 79 150



The rear joint is coupled to the casting by
means of a push-fit device that guarantees
sealing during the jet grouting phase.

Support for connecting to forming mould DD-
7009-B without threaded pin for connecting to
infill mould. The support can be re-used.
The E series anchorages are available in the
following versions:

- 1E15 anchorage made of sanded
spheroid iron.
- 1E15-A anchorage made of sanded
spheroid iron and coated with anti-rust
paint.
- 1E15-B anchorage made of sanded
spheroid iron, coated with anti-rust
paint, and machined for connecting up to
polyethylene pipe fitting DD-0115-CO.

DD-0115-CO polythene joint for 1E15-B
anchorages, can be assembled only on
anchorages machined for connecting.

Support for connecting to infill mould DD-7009-
A with threaded pin for connecting to infill
mould. The support can be re-used.

Nut for support for connecting to infill mould
DD-9000 with threaded pin for fixing to infill
mould.

Connection DD-0115CO can be coupled to
coated strand, guaranteeing no infiltration.

DD-7025 type Neoprene washers for sealing
against infiltrations.

Connection to infill mould

Cables for single strand cut to size
4.2 - EX Anchorages

Anchorage EX offers the possibility of
installing an anchor completely covered by
HDPE so as to guarantee perfect protection
against corrosion of all the components used
for a long period of time.

Connection to infill mould - All heads are
equipped with two equidistant holes so as to
facilitate fixing to the infill mould by means of
two bolts.

Accessories - All heads are equipped with a
series of accessories which complete the
system.

In correspondence to the movable parts,
protection from infiltrations is guaranteed by
suitable sealing.

5 PASSIVE ANCHORAGES SERIES D

The series D passive anchorage is made up of the following parts: casting, anchorage plate
complete with springs and clamps, HDPE connection or steel for fitting the casting to the metal sheath
without sudden variations.

"grouting inlet. The castings are made of spheroid iron EN-GJS 500-7 EN-JS-1050 (Italy UNI ISO

Anchorage plate The strand is blocked on a separating plate, with conical C40-45 UNI EN 10083/1
7015-T15 clamps.

Connection The connection between the anchorage and sheath is by means of a tube passage which
guarantees a correct deviation of the strand, reducing loss values to a minimum. The connection is
supplied either in HDPE or steel depending on its use.

Connecting to infill mould All the castings have two equidistant slots which facilitate bolting them to
the mould.

Grouting All the castings have a gas threaded hole for injecting, which enables connecting of
the grouting equipment we supply. For further details regarding grouting, turn to the chapter
dedicated to Equipment .

SeriesDanchorage
5.1 Passive anchorages D 15

I
E
H
L C D

F
A

x

A
G
A
A

T15 T15S T15C
259 279 300
(kN) (kN) (kN) (mm) (mm) (mm) (mm) (mm) (mm) (mm) (mm) (mm) (mm)
4D15 1036 1116 1200 130 105 106 300 330 220 45/50 50 12 92
7D15 1813 1953 2100 160 125 133 340 390 260 62/67 55 12 94
9D15 2331 2511 2700 195 146 163 360 400 270 72/77 60 14 94
12D15 3108 3348 3600 225 160 185 385 430 320 80/85 65 14 94
15D15 3885 4185 4500 235 176 197 430 450 360 85/90 70 16 102
19D15 4921 5301 5700 265 200 215 430 500 400 95/100 75 16 119
22D15 5698 6138 6600 310 230 260 490 570 430 100/105 80 20 132
27D15 6993 7533 8100 330 250 277 500 650 470 110/115 90 20 132
31D15 8029 8649 9300 355 270 297 525 700 535 115/120 90 20 145
37D15 9583 10323 11100 375 280 314 590 730 560 130/135 90 20 145

5.2 Passive anchorages D 13

I
E
H
L C D

F
A

x

A
G
A
A

T13 T13S
173 186
per cable per cable
(kN) (kN) (mm) (mm) (mm) (mm) (mm) (mm) (mm) (mm) (mm) (mm)
7D13 1211 1302 130 105 106 300 330 220 45/50 50 12 92
9D13 1557 1674 160 125 133 340 390 260 62/67 55 12 94
12D13 2076 2232 195 146 163 360 400 270 72/77 60 14 94
15D13 2595 2790 225 160 185 385 430 320 80/85 65 14 94
19D13 3287 3534 235 176 197 430 450 360 85/90 70 16 102
22D13 3806 4092 265 200 215 430 500 400 95/100 75 16 119
27D13 4671 5022 310 230 260 490 570 430 100/105 80 20 132
31D13 5363 5766 330 250 277 500 650 470 110/115 90 20 132
37D13 6401 6882 355 270 297 525 700 535 115/120 90 20 145
42D13 7266 7812 375 280 314 590 730 560 130/135 90 20 145

6 SERIES S PASSIVE ANCHORAGES

The S series single strand anchorage is produced in full compliance with the Italian regulations in
force and according to the FIP recommendations. In this type of anchorage the strands, in
correspondence with the end, are opened so as to improve adherence to the reinforced concrete.

The strands are positioned alternately so as to distribute the stress in the reinforced concrete
uniformly.

Single strand 1S15

Post Tensioning Rev.G page 21
F
G
H
I E

D
C
B
A

Type Final load A B C D E F G H I
T15 T15S T15C
259 279 300
(kN) (kN) (kN) (mm) (mm) (mm) (mm) (mm) (mm) (mm) (mm) (mm)
4S15 1036 1116 1200 210 - 80 80 800 250 50 100 10
7S15 1813 1953 2100 240 80 - - 800 350 50 100 10
9S15 2331 2511 2700 - - 160 160 800 400 60 150 12
12S15 3108 3348 3600 400 80 240 160 800 400 60 150 14
15S15 3885 4185 4500 - - 320 160 800 400 60 150 14
19S15 4921 5301 5700 - - 320 240 900 400 70 220 14
22S15 5698 6138 6600 480 160 320 320 1000 450 70 250 16
27S15 6993 7533 8100 480 160 - - 1000 470 110/115 260 20


Post Tensioning Rev.G page22
7 - COUPLER C15

The C type series of joints are made in full compliance with the Italian regulations in force and
according to FIP recommendations.
The C type joint enables connecting of cables during construction, for example, of bridges under
construction. Coupling is carried out using single strand collars equipped internally with preloaded
clamps with a spring device.

A
C+
F+ I
D+
E+
B
I
I
I

Type A B C D E F
( mm ) ( mm ) ( mm ) ( mm ) ( mm ) ( mm )
7C13 140 45/50 675 300
9C13 159 62/67 800 340
12C13 177 72/77 950 400 800
15C13 193 80/85 1250 400 800 1.200
19C13 193 85/90 1250 400 800 1.200
22C13 193 95/100 1300 400 800 1.200
27C13 193 100/105 1385 400 800 1.800
4C15 140 45/50 675 300 800
7C15 159 62/67 800 340 800
9C15 177 72/77 950 400 800 1.200
12C15 193 80/85 1250 400 800 1.200
15C15 193 85/90 1250 400 800 1.800
19C15 193 95/100 1300 400 800 1.800
22C15 219 100/105 1385 400
27C15 244 110/115 1700 400


8 - G SERIES COUPLER

The G series coupler is made up of the following: casting, anchoring plate and coupler, clamps,
metal grip connection and HDPE or steel connection.

"injection inlet. The castings are made of spheroid iron EN-GJS 500-7 EN-JS-1050 (Italy UNI ISO

Anchoring plate The strand is blocked on a separating plate, with conical C40-45 UNI EN 10083/1
7015-T15 clamps.

Connection The connection between the anchoring and sheath is by means of a transition tube
passage which guarantees a correct deviation of the strand, reducing loss values to a minimum. The
connection is supplied either in HDPE or steel depending on its use.

Connecting to infill mould All the castings have two equidistant slots which facilitate bolting them to
the mould.

Grouting All the castings have a gas threaded hole for grouting, which enables connecting of
the injection equipment we supply. For further details regarding injection, turn to the chapter
dedicated to Accessories .

8.1 - Couplers G 15

B C D
A
E

x

E

Type A B C D E SHEATH
( mm ) ( mm ) ( mm ) ( mm ) ( mm ) ( mm )
7G15 160 450 133 340 160 62/67
9G15 200 550 175 350 200 72/77
12G15 248 650 185 385 225 80/85
15G15 265 750 197 430 235 85/90
19G15 280 880 215 430 265 95/100
22G15 300 1000 240 490 300 100/105
27G15 340 1150 277 500 330 110/115
8.2 - Couplers G 13

B C D
A
E

x

E

Type A B C D E SHEATH
( mm ) ( mm ) ( mm ) ( mm ) ( mm ) ( mm )
9G13 160 450 133 340 160 62/67
12G13 200 550 175 350 200 72/77
15G13 248 650 185 385 225 80/85
19G13 265 750 197 430 235 85/90
27G13 280 1000 215 430 265 95/100
8.3 - G Couplers- application

Coupler assembled

The wedges complete with springs are protected
by a steel casing which guarantees its tightness.

Coupler tensioned

Coupler

The coupler is made up of a forged plate
provided with tensioning and gripper bores.
Gripping of the strand is achieved by means of a
spring device that holds the strand once inserted
in the external bores.

Coupler 19G15 being tensioned


The G type anchoring plates are forged out of C40-45 UNI EN 10083/1 steel and provide high
machining features to the item, in particular reducing all the possible problems of defects connected
with rolling the material.

The plates are provided with a rear recess where a steel cover contains the springs and wedges. The
cover is fixed to the plate by special screws which guarantee correct attachment and suitable
resistance to feeding by the strand feeder.
The cover is fitted with a threaded collar which allows correct connection to the injection devices.
The discharge on the cover guarantees correct filling of the rear part and protection for the blocking
devices.
All couplers are guaranteed to be traceable and identifiable.

The front fitting of the DD-CU type coupler made of HDPE

Coupler 19G15

Fitting for coupler DD 1915CU


9 - F TYPE COUPLERS

202
57
9
8

L + s + 100
(*) E = 45 + n x B
E E
G
1T15 2T15
D
5
0
E
C
E
F
D
B
A
3T15
> 300
4T15
5
0

Type Final load A B C D E F G
0,6" nor 0,6"sup 0,6"com
259 279 300
for cable for cable for cable
(KN) (KN) (KN) (mm) (mm) (mm) (mm) (mm) (mm) (mm)
1F15 259 279 300 200 98 55 60 (*) 180 20


Post Tensioning Rev.H page 30
10 COUPLER K SERIES

The K series single strand anchorage is
produced in full compliance with the Italian
regulations in force and according to the FIP
recommendations. These connections have been
studied for post tensioning of tanks or circular
structures.
The K series connection carries out the role of
active and passive head in the case of circular
cables, whereas it is a classic coupler for cables
in slab.
They can be tensioned using M and TTM
series jacks using a special curved device that
allows a controlled deviation of the strand.
The device is made up of steel sectors, the number of which varies according to the deviation angle
required; as the angle varies, so does the loss of tension, which must be evaluated through experiments
for each individual case.

Type A B C D E F G H
( mm ) ( mm ) ( mm ) ( mm ) ( mm ) ( mm ) ( mm ) ( mm )
2K15 55 85 70 90 100 170 560 140
4K15 60 90 80 100 160 200 710 170
6K15 80 110 100 140 230 240 860 210
8K15 85 115 130 150 320 300 950 270
12K15 90 120 160 160 400 330 1.200 300
11 ELEMENTARY ANCHORAGES

This series of wedges studied for anchorage single or multiple strand to anchorage plates is made for
single use and is available for different applications.

Wedges T15

Conical bushes complete with markings for
post-tension use in tensioning strand from 15.2
to 15.7mm.
Bushes 7010-T15 C40-45 UNI EN 10083/1
Spherical bushes T15/T13

Grip extrusions T15

Grip extrusions.
- Bushes T15 C40-45 UNI EN 10083/1,
- T15 type 9SMnP28UNI483 steel shells
Wedges for post-tension used on single use
anchorages.
- 7015-T15 type, 6NiCr4Pb UNI EN 10277-4
steel clamps
- 7017-T15 type, 9SMnP28 UNI 4838 steel
clamps
Bushes T15/T13

Conical spherical bushes complete with
markings for post-tension use in tensioning
strand from 15.2 to 15.7mm.
- Bushes 7020-T15 C40-45 UNI EN 10083/1,

T15 coupler connections for strand

Sleeves for post-tensioning used on strand
couplers..
- 7030-T15 type sleeve with 12NiCr3Pb UNI
EN 10084-97 steel wedges,
- 7034-T15 type sleeve with 9SMnP28 UNI
4838 steel wedges.


12 CORRUGATED METAL SHEATHS ST

The metal sheaths are the most inexpensive way for creating vacuums in post tensioned elements
because they supply good secondary protection against corrosion and an excellent constraint between
the cables and the concrete. The primary protection against corrosion is given by the alkalinity of the
injection and the concrete itself.

The sheaths are available in different versions
and are produced in cold rolled Fe P01 UNI
5961/67 steel clinched sheet.

The characteristics may vary in:
- Diameter
- bar length
- thickness of sheet steel used
On request they can be supplied galvanised.

The sheaths are supplied in bundles; on each
bar is assembled a connection sleeve external
to the bar.

Corrugated sheaths recommended for use with strand T15 and T15S

Number strands Internal diameter Injection cement Rectilinear part
after curvature
Minimum Radius

(mm)

Litres/meter
Cement
Kg/meter
Minimum
(mm)
Minimum
(mm)
4 45 1,2 1,9 500 3000
7 62 2,3 3,6 700 3500
9 72 2,8 4,5 800 4000
12 80 3,6 5,8 1000 4000
15 85 3,8 6,1 1100 4500
19 95 4,7 7,5 1200 5000
22 100 5,2 8,4 1300 5000
27 110 6,2 9,9 1300 5000
37 130 8,6 13,8 1500 6000

The thicknesses of the sheaths may vary from 0.3
to 0.6 mm.

The dimensions in the table are indicative and
must be compared with the operating instructions
for each individual project.

13 LOSS CALCULATION ELEMENTS

In order to carry out calculations it is necessary to distinguish between immediate and deferred drops
in tension.

13.1.1 Immediate losses

Are divided into :

- Loss due to friction
- Loss due to inserting of wedges
- Loss due to elastic deformation of the concrete

They occur during the stressing phase, reducing the tension generated by the jack.

13.1.2 Loss of tension due to friction

In compliance with CEB-FIP Model Code dated 1990 the tensions ( ) x
po
, in a specific section placed
at an x distance from the active head, is reduced with respect to the tension
. max , po
; the difference
between the two tensions corresponds to the loss by friction. The value of ( ) x
po
is calculated using
the following formula:

( ) x
po
=
( ) Kx f
po
e
+
. max ,

where :

e = base of Neperiano logarithm
f = friction coefficient
= sum of angular calculations calculated up to section x , evaluated in radians
K = conventional deviation of the rectilinear cable per linear meter.
( ) x
po
= tension in the section with x coordinate
po
= tension at the active anchoring level
In the case of internal post-tension

f = 0,55 steel/concrete
f = 0,30 steel/concrete BS 8110
f = 0,25 steel/galvanised steel

f = 0,18-0,22 strand Euro code 2)
0,005 < K < 0,010 rad/m

In the case of external post-tension

For saddles with curvature radius between 2.5 and 4 m it can be assumed that:
K = 0
0,25 f 0,30 strand on metal saddle
0,20 f 0,25 greased stand on metal saddle
0,05 f 0,07 bundle of strand individually coated on metal saddle
0,12 f 0,15 nude strand in HDPE sheath,, on metal saddle

13.1.3 Loss of tension on inserting wedges

During the blocking of the wedges in the anchoring, the loss of elongation of the strand is damped by
friction with the sheath; this is the opposite to what happens during the stressing phase. The loss of
tension, which reaches its maximum in correspondence with the anchoring, progressively and
symmetrically decreases and stops at a d distance from the anchoring.

p(x)
p0g(x)
d
'p(x)
x
distanza
dall' ancoraggio
Distance from anchoring
Fig. Tension along the cable and following wedging of the clamps.

|
.
|
\
|
+
=
K
l
f
E g
d
po
p

|
.
|
\
|
+ = K
l
f
d
po po

2
13.2 Deferred losses

They are divided into :

- Loss due to shrinkage
- Loss due to viscosity
- Loss due to relaxation of the steel

They occur during the life of the work caused by phenomena strictly connected to the behaviour of the
concrete (shrinkage and viscosity) and the steel.

13.2.1 Loss of tension due to relaxation

The high resistance steels, subjected over a period of time to constant tension, undergo stretching. The
final loss of tension value depends on the duration of the post-tension application. To determine the
overall loss due to relaxation we suggest the following formula

( )
( ) x
f
pi
pk
x pi
p

(
(
=
0 1000
10
6

where:
1000
relaxation value guaranteed by the producer at 1000 hours
( ) x pi
value in initial tension in the section placed at x distance
pk
f yield point of the strand
o
=0,43 for low relaxation strand
=0,30 for medium relaxation strand

13.2.2 Loss of tension due to shrinkage

Shrinkage is a phenomena tied to the shrinkage of the concrete that occurs during hardening. As the
post-tension cables are closely connected to the concrete matrix, they are subject to the same
deformation variations. The final losses of tension due to shrinkage, in the case of constant thermo-
hygrometric conditions, depend on the age of the concrete at the moment of tensioning. The
mathematical formula that expresses this connection is:

r p r
f =
where
p
= elastic modulus of the strand
r
= final deformation due to shrinkage

13.2.3 Loss of tension due to viscosity

Deformation due to viscosity is due to a shrinkage of the concrete which is in relation to the time and
level of tension. The final losses of tension due to shrinkage, in the case of constant thermo-
hygrometric conditions, depend on the age of the concrete at the moment of tensioning, and also to the
duration and intensity of the load applied. Slow deformation under load, save more precise
evaluations, must be assumed to be twice the elastic deformation, always given that the structure is
stressed not prior to 14 days of maturing.

14.3 Evaluations of elongations during tensioning of cables

During tensioning of cables it is necessary to compare the actual elongations with the theoretical
elongations envisaged in the calculations to which the corrective terms must be added in order to
obtain the true elongations. The elongations registered on site are the sum of the following elements:

a o
L L = +
b
L +
c
L +
d
L

a
L = elongation of the strand calculated considering the extra length necessary for the jack
to grip it.

b
L = elastic deformation of the concrete. Usually, the elongation measured on the jack
included the elastic shrinkage of the concrete
c
L = sum of the deformations of the anchoring devices and re-entry of the clamps in the
conical seats
d
L = re-entry of gripper clamps and internal deformations of the jack

13.3.1 Draw-in of wedges on the active anchoring

The loss of elongation due to draw-in of the wedges occurs during the locking phase of the same
following tensioning

d
L = 3-4 mm for tensioning with jacks equipped with wedging system
d
L = 12 mm for tensioning with jacks not equipped with wedging system, series MX

13.3.2 Re-entry of clamps and deformation of fixed anchoring

Usually, deformation of anchorings under load is always limited to and does not exceed 1mm.
Draw-in of wedges on passive anchorages causes a translation of the cable towards the tensioning
jack. The values remain about 4-5mm.

13.3.3 Deformations of jacks

These deformations must be assumed from the measure of the elongation of the strand when the
readings have been taken on the piston of the jack.
The internal losses at the jacks are considered:

jacks series TTM = 8 mm
jacks series M = 7 mm
jacks series MX = 9 mm
jacks series DD = 4 mm

When the elongations are taken directly on the strand these values must not be taken into
consideration.

13.3.4 Tensioning values on strand post-tensioned anchorings
(Ministerial Decree 9 January 1996)

Technical standards for calculations, carrying out and testing of the reinforced concrete, normal
and precompressed structures and for metal structures.

Maximum load applicable on single strand

Maximum tensioning pull ( Pi ) must be limited to:

Pi = 0,85 x f
p(1)k
x nominal Area
Pi = maximum load in KN

Strand characteristics

Diameter Standard
Type of
stand
Nominal
diameter
Nominal
area
f
ptk
f
p(1)k
Mass
Tension
1%
elong.
Yield
point
(Ptk)
Elastic
limit
at 0,1%
Pt0,1k )
Relaxation
after 1000
h.0,7 - 0,8 f
pt
mm mm
2

N/mm
2

N/mm
2
gr./m
KN
KN KN % %
(T15) pr EN 10138
normal
super
15.2
15.7
140
150
1860
1860
1670
1670
1093
1172
234
251
260
279
230
248
2.5
2.5
4.5
4.5
(T15)
ASTM
A779/00
pr EN 10138

Compact 15.2 165 1860 1670 1289 270 307 264 2.5 4.5
Elastic modulus = 196 +/- 10 KN / mm
2

13.3.5 - Tensioning values on bar post-tensioned anchorings


Maximum pull applicable on single bar

Maximum tensioning pull ( Pi ) must be limited to:

Pi = 0,85 x Fpyk
Pi = maximum tensioning pull in KN

13.3.6 - Tensioning limits for pre-stressing steel

The tensions must be limited to the following values refer to those characteristics guaranteed by the
producer.

Post-stressed casing structure:
ptk sp
pyk spi
ptk sp
k p spi
ptk sp
k p spi
f
f
f
f
f
f
60 , 0
85 , 0
bars
60 , 0
85 , 0
strand
60 , 0
85 , 0
braid or wire
) 1 (
) 2 , 0 (
)
`
)
`
)
`

Pre-stressing steel
f
py
yield tension ( bars )
f
p(1)
tension at 1% of deformation under load
f
p(0,2)
tension at 0,2% of residual deformation
f
pt
characteristic tension
f
pyk
characteristic yield tension (bars)
f
p(1)k
characteristic tension at 1% of deformation under load
f
p(0,2)k
characteristic tension at 0,2% of residual deformation

f
ptk
characteristic yield tension

14 - GROUTING

Grouting of the anchorings can be carried out using different technical solutions which must be
clarified with the Company before starting work on the site.

The cap is made up of a cover equipped with a
seal fixed to the casting by means of suitable tie
rods which vary in length and size depending on
the different applications. A special closing disc
tightens the seal and the cap to the grouting. The
disc guarantees the possibility of turning the cap
to the most suitable position and such so as to
allow all the air to exit. For the accessories refer
to the appropriate chapter.
Grouting must be carried out at temperatures of
not less than 5 C and the following water
cement-additive ratio must be adhered to:

- 50 Kg cement
- 20 litres of water,
- 500 gr. additive

The applicable grouting systems are :
- infilling of heads,
- use of reusable caps
- use of mono use caps.

The most used system for carrying out grouting
is by re-usable caps. This system allows
homogenous infilling without air bubbles both
when using the M and G anchoring series.

Internationally the system using caps is coupled
with the vacuum technology to improve the
grouting.
A suitable range of accessories guarantees the
maintenance of pressure in the recess and
complete discharge of the air.

Grouting cap on coupler 19G15
14.1 Grouting with cap

A metal cap, complete with seal, confines the grouting to the anchorage plate side. The grouting is
through the hole in the casting in which the connection is inserted.

The connection for the grouting is a valve that can be connected either to the corrugated polyethylene
tube or a rigid threaded tube. After use the cap is removed and saved.


14.2 Grouting

Grouting of the head is the most economic system for grouting the cable which is always carried out
through the hole by inserting either the corrugated or rigid PVC tube according to requirements.

Grouting

Connection using a HDPE corrugated tube tin which the valve is inserted.
Valve type DD-3050-A
Re-useable valve type DD-3050-A diam. 25 mm.
This valve enables interception of the mixture, it
can be connected directly to the DD20x25 diam.
25 mm corrugated tube and is re-usable if the
conical shut-off part is greased.

Gate valve type DD-1003-A diam. 25 mm
This valve enables interception of the mixture, it
can be connected directly to the DD20x25 diam.
25 mm corrugated tube and is usually used to
close the bleed tube.
Gate valve type DD-1016-A diam. 20 mm
This gate valve can e connected to the 20 mm
diam. type DD15x20. corrugated tube.
Post Tensioning Rev .H page 43
Valve type DD-3050-A with tube DD20x25
Re-useable valve type DD-3050-A connected to
corrugated tube type DD 20x25.
This valve is used for primary groutings;
considered to be re-usable 4 times if
appropriately greased on the inside.
This valve is used for primary bleeders;
considered to be re-usable twice if appropriately
greased on the inside..
This valve is used for secondary bleeders;
considered to be re-usable twice if appropriately
greased on the inside.
Corrugated tube type DD 20x25 o DD15x20
Corrugated pipe for grout and vent

- DD 20x25 diam. 25 mm corrugated tube for
primary injections and bleeders
- DD 15x20 diam. 20 mm corrugated tube for
secondary vent

Rigid PVC tube type DD-6010 e DD-6009
Threaded rigid PVC tube sections

- Threaded tube sections L=200 mm type
DD-6010
DD-6009
- Threaded tube sections L=200 mm 1/2 type
DD-6008
- Threaded tube sections L=100 mm 1/2 type
DD-6007

Rigid PVC tube type DD-6010 and DD-6009 with
type DD-1017-A connection


Connection:

- Re-usable valve type DD-3050-A,
- Connector type DD-1017-A,
DD-6009

Type DD-3050-A valves coupled with type
DD-6009 L=100 mm tubes and type DD-6008
L=200 mm

Connection:

- Re-usable valve type DD-1003-A,
- Connector type DD-1017-A,
DD-6009

Type DD-1003-A valves coupled with type
DD-6009 L=100 mm tubes and type DD-6008
L=200 mm


Connector type DD-1017-A
Connector type DD-1017-A for coupling
between:

- threaded tube sections type DD-
6009 and DD-6010,
- valves DD-3050-A and DD-1003-A,

Connector type DD-1017-B
Connector type DD-1017-B for coupling
between:

- corrugated tube DD20x25 mm,
- female coupling

Connector type DD-1033-B and DD-1034-B
Connector type DD-1033-B 1/2" corrugated
tube DD15x20

Connector type DD-1034-B 1/2" corrugated
tube DD20x25

Connector type DD-1033-B 1/2" corrugated tube DD15x20 mm
- Connector type DD-1017-B and corrugated
tube DD20x25 mm
- Connector type DD-1033-B 1/2" corrugated
tube DD15x20 mm
- Connector type DD-1034-B 1/2" corrugated
tube DD20x25 mm

Connector type DD-1034-B 1/2" corrugated tube DD20x25 mm
Connector type DD-1034-B and DD-1033-B
Connector attachment to casting M

Attachment to castings series M

Anchorings: 4M15 and 7M15 connection
series DD-1034
Anchorings: 9M15 12M15, 15M15, 19M15
22M15, 27M15, 31M15 and 37M15 connection
series DD-1017-B

Connector type DD-1033-B corrugated tube DD15x20 mm.
and check nut DD-8000

Type DD-1001 cover made of soft material so as
to fit on all the sheath sizes.
The item is mono use.

Bleeder cover type DD-1001

Check nuts for threaded connectors:

Nut DD-9000 for coupling with thread
Nut DD-8000 for coupling with 1/2" thread

Connector type DD034-B 1/2" corrugated tube DD20x25
mm. and check nut DD-8000

Connector series G with coupling for injection

15 DISTANCES BETWEEN THE ANCHORINGS

15.1 Distances from edges

2A A B A
A
B

B Minimun anchorage centres (mm) A Minimun edges clearances (mm)
fc min fc min
Type
23 33 43
Type
23 33 43
4M15 250 205 180 4M15 135 110 105
7M15 330 275 240 7M15 175 150 135
9M15 370 310 270 9M15 210 180 160
12M15 430 360 315 12M15 240 200 180
15M15 480 400 350 15M15 265 230 205
19M15 540 450 395 19M15 290 250 225
22M15 580 485 425 22M15 325 270 245
27M15 630 540 470 27M15 360 310 270

15.2 Recess

C
B

x

B
a
a
A
A

x

A
B

x

B

4M15 7M15 9M15 12M15 15M15 19M15 22M15 27M15
A x A 130 160 200 225 235 265 300 330
B x B 170 200 240 265 275 325 340 370
C 100 100 100 100 100 110 115 120
a 10 10 10 15 15 15 20 20


The fixing of the heads to the forming mould
must guarantee a perfect seal to avoid the
concrete entering the recess during injection
grouting.

The heads are supplied with turned supporting
planes. If the coupling surfaces with the anchoring
does not provide an adequate seal for the system,
rubber or silicone seals will have to be used.

16 MS STAY CABLES SYSTEM

The MS stay cable system is the result of years of experience in the metallurgical sector. The
research into better materials, coupled with production cycles so as to guarantee a very high level of
purity of the material, has led to the achievement of high performance of the anchorages, able to meet
the highest fatigue standards required by international regulations.
The metallurgical experience of the companies in the group has enabled the MS anchorages to
receive the best materials, the best heat treatments, the best protective coverings available on the
market today, all elements which give the anchorage excellent mechanical-structural features, to
guarantee the structures where they are installed, very high strength and preservation over the years.

Steels
The steels used in making the anchorage are very high quality and vacuum cast, with tests for
inclusions carried out with the best control systems the market can offer. All the heads are made of
forged steel and checked using non destructive systems, so as to ensure the pureness of the material,
an essential quality for elements as important as anchorage for stays.

Treatments
All the materials used in producing anchorages are normalized and stabilized following special
treatments, so as to guarantee very high performance of the materials used over the years.

Surface protection
Protection of the surfaces of the anchorage head can be further improved by special protective
treatment against corrosion, which is NIPRE, that guarantees resistance against rust in saline fog,
four times higher than chrome. NIPRE is a surface treatment that improves the characteristics of
the items, increasing the surface hardness characteristics, improving the friction coefficient and giving
the item a grey metallic colour, characteristic of the treatment. The surfaces do not change their
measurements and there is no addition of material, an important feature for elements undergoing
fatigue.

Anchorages
The MS series has two types of anchorages:
- active anchorage MSA
- passive anchorage MSD
The anchorage system for the MS stays is a mechanical anchorage protected by injections of wax in
the anchorage zone of the strand.
The stand used is T15S 15,7 mm. Galvanised, waxed and protected with a coating of high density
polyethylene.
The anchorages are tested for a load varying from 150 N/mm
2
to 200 N/mm
2
.
The active anchorages are prepared for adjustment using a toroidal jack, a ring nut is available for
accurate adjustment of elongation of the whole cable.

Sheaths
The sheaths used to protect the stays externally may be:
- HDPE (polyethylene),
- Stainless steel,
- Aluminium.
The sheaths are the external protection of the cable and the choice must be made in agreement with
the architectonical requirements of the project.
The sheaths are coupled with anti-vandalism tubes that protect the anchorage-sheath connection at the
end section of the cable.

Post Tension Rev. H page 52

16.1 Adjustable type MSA anchorage

The MSA adjustable anchorages are made using an anchorage plate placed on a threaded pin,
which coupled with a ring nut, enables adjustment to be carried out during anchorage. The
adjustments are reached by tightening or loosening the ring nut using a special toroidal jack of
adequate capacity. The length of the threaded pin varies depending on the adjustments required by the
project.
Inside the regulating pin there is a space to contain wax or grease to protect the parts of the strand not
covered by the HDPE protection.
The head has a deviator complete with damper, made to deviate the strand inside the sheath and at the
same time to dampen the vibrations the cable is subjected to.
A protective cap cover all the head protecting it from corrosion.

Type A B D E F G H
(mm) (mm) (mm) (mm) (mm) (mm) (mm)
19MSA15 140/8.0 254.0/5 30 70 360x360 292 232
31MSA15 180/10.2 273.0/5 45 85 420x420 310 249
37MSA15 200/11.4 298.5/5 50 90 470x470 345 270
55MSA15 225/12.8 323.9/5 50 105 560x560 400 300
61MSA15 250/14.2 381.0/5 60 110 600x600 450 350
73MSA15 280/15.9 406.4/5 70 115 630x630 470 370
91MSA15 315/17.9 457.2/5 70 120 700x700 505 405
109MSA15 315/17.9 457.2/5 80 125 750x750 526 426
127MSA15 355/20.1 508.0/5 90 130 800x800 570 470

.


16.2 Fixed MSD type anchorages

The fixed MSD anchorages are made using an anchorage plate positioned on a holder box which
holds wax or grease to protect the parts of the strand not covered by the HDPE protection.
The head has a deviator complete with damper, made to deviate the strand inside the sheath and at the
same time to dampen the vibrations the cable is subjected to.
The protective cap is smaller in size to protect only the part of the anchorage for the strand.

Type A B C D F G
(mm) (mm) (mm) (mm) (mm) (mm)
19MSD15 140/8.0 254.0/5 200 30 360x360 292
31MSD15 180/10.2 273.0/5 200 45 420x420 310
37MSD15 200/11.4 298.5/5 200 50 470x470 345
55MSD15 225/12.8 323.9/5 200 50 560x560 400
61MSD15 250/14.2 381.0/5 200 60 600x600 450
73MSD15 280/15.9 406.4/5 200 70 630x630 470
91MSD15 315/17.9 457.2/5 200 70 700x700 505
109MSD15 315/17.9 457.2/5 200 80 750x750 526
127MSD15 355/20.1 508.0/5 200 90 800x800 570

.

17 - BARS

The high-tensile strength bars are used for post tension and geotechnical applications. They are
continuous threaded and diameters vary from 26,5 to 47 mm and operating load of between 568 kN
and 1820 kN.

The main applications are:

- Continuous or prefabricated pre-stressed concrete structures
- Additional reinforcement for RC work
- Permanent and temporary tie bars,
- Permanent and temporary mono-bar tension rods with anti-corrosion protection

Technical characteristics of high-tensile strength bars
Diameter 18 26,5 32 36 40 47
Area ( cm
2
) 2,41 5,55 8,04 10,20 12,57 17,35
Mass ( Kg/m) 1,96 4,48 6,53 8,27 10,21 14,10
Fpyk ( KN) 230 525 760 970 1190 1650
Fptk ( KN) 255 580 850 1070 1320 1820
f
pyt
/ f
ptk
950/1050 950/1050 950/1050 950/1050 950/1050 950/1050
Type Y 1050 Y 1050 Y 1050 Y 1050 Y 1050 Y 1050

Diameter 26,5 32 36
Area ( cm
2
) 5,51 8,04 10,20
Mass ( Kg/m) 4,48 6,53 8,27
Fpyk ( KN) 460 671 850
Fptk ( KN) 568 828 1049
f
pyt
/ f
ptk
835/1030 835/1030 835/1030
Type Y 1030 Y 1030 Y 1030

The quality of the material is identified by painting the bars in the cutting zone. The following colours
are used for the following types:

- Green: 950/1050,
- Blue: 1080/1230,
- Yellow: 835/1030.

Average strength bars prior to tensioning

17.1 TTB series bar system

The anchorage is made up of the following parts: plate and tightening nut.

Typology Threaded bars
Steel Quality (N/mm
2
) 835/1030 900/1050 1080/1230
Nominal Diameter (mm) 27 32 36 26 32 36 27 32 36
a distance from edge 200 220 250 200 220 250 220 250 280
b distance between centres 120 130 145 120 130 145 130 145 160
c thickness 30 35 40 30 35 40 35 40 45
Strength of
concrete class
B35
d width 140 160 180 145 180 200 160 180 200
a distance from edge 190 200 230 190 200 230 200 230 260
b distance between centres 110 120 135 110 120 135 120 135 150
c thickness 30 35 40 30 35 40 35 40 45
Strength of
concrete class
B45
d width 140 160 180 145 180 200 160 180 200


18 - EQUIPMENT

18.1.1 - TTM-A type hydraulic pump
All the machines are equipped with control panels L=10 m which allow all the operating phases of
the machine to be controlled. Special calibrating valves enable the operator to manually adjust the
pressure very easily and precisely in the two machine circuits.
All the equipment exiting the company are in compliance with CE directives, equipped with relative
markings according to the machinery regulations and completely calibrated with 6 months validity.

Controller TTM 450-A
Controller TTM450-A, designed for small
operations with max. 6 TTM250KN jacks
or DD series bar tensioning for all types
of jacks.
The limited size makes it an excellent
machine for tensioning bars anchor.
The machine is made for intermittent
operations and can reach max pressures
of 600 bar and 550 bar for continuous
services.
Controller TTM 250-A, designed for small
operations with single TTM250KN jack or DD
series bar tensioning jacks.
The limited sizes and weight together with an
operating pressure of 550 bar. makes it a simple
and practical means for small operations.

Controller TTM550-A, designed for heavy
duty with TTM250KN jack where continuous
operating is required.
Its characteristics make it flexible and
robust and usable for draw out tests and
tensioning of post tensioned structures, it
can work with a maximum of 19 TTM250KN
or 9 TTM250KN-400 jacks.
The machine is made for heavy duty and can
reach max. pressures of 700 bar and
pressures for continuous operating services
of 550 bar.

18.1.2 -TTM450-A SERIES OF HYDRAULIC PUMP

The TTM-A series of hydraulic pump are available in six models which differ according to use
required and characteristics. This type of controller is set up with a two tube exit for driving the TTM
and DD series of jacks. All the machines are equipped with three control circuits: pulling wedging and
return, where the wedging-return circuit is the circuit itself. All the circuits are supplied with
calibration valves and safety valves to avoid overpressure.
The control gauges installed are analogue, but can be coupled to a digital gauge with 1 bar precision.
The 450, 550 and 600 series of controllers are made to use up to 12 single strand jacks at the same
time.
The 650, 700 and 750 series of controllers are made to work with DD type jacks or simple jacks; they
are not equipped for the wedging circuit as these jacks are not called on for this type of operation.

Controller TTM-A

Type Weight Max. Pressure Capacity Voltage/
Amperes
Dimensions
(Kg) bar. KW
TTM450-A 170 450-500 4.5 380/16 TTM
TTM550-A 175 550-600 5.5 380/32 TTM
TTM600-A 180 600-700 10 380/63 TTM
TTM650-A 150 450-500

4.5 380/16 DD
TTM700-A 170 550-600 5.5 380/32 DD
TTM750-A 180 600-700 7.5 380/63 DD
Subject to change Further data available on request

18.1.3 -TTM 250-ASERIES OF TENSIONING CONTROLLERS

The TTM-250-A series of hydraulic pump are available in six models which differ according to use
required and characteristics. This type of controller is set up with a two tube exit for driving the TTM
and DD series of jacks. All the machines are equipped with three control circuits: pulling. wedging
and return, where the wedging-return circuit is the circuit itself. All the circuits are supplied with
calibration valves and safety valves to avoid overpressure.
The control gauges installed are analogue, but can be coupled to a digital gauge with 1 bar precision.
The 250-A, 250-B and 250-C series of controllers are made to use up to 3-4 TTM 250 KN-200 type
single strand jacks at the same time.
The function change is achieved using the control panel change, which being equipped with several
connections enables the controller to have different functions depending on the number of circuits.


Type Weight Max. Pressure Capacity Voltage/
Amperes
Dimensions Use
(Kg) bar. KW (mm)
TTM200-A 50 450-550 1,5 380/16 600x500x300 TTM-DD
TTM250-A 60 450-550 1,5 380/16 600x500x300 TTM-DD
TTM300-A 80 450-550 1,5 380/16 600x500x300 TTM-DD
Subject to change Further data available on request

18.2 - TTM series of stressing jacks

The TMT series of jacks are available in three models which differ according to characteristics and
use.
All the jacks are set up with automatic wedging circuit and 4 metre long flexible tubes.
This jack is mainly used for stressing on TTR heads
The TTM250 KN jacks are supplied together with the following equipment:

- Controller TTM 450 KN
- Manifold DD-MF

Stressing jacks TTM 250KN-200 and TTM 250KN-100

Characteristics U.M. TTM 250 KN TTM 300 KN TTM 350 KN
Capacity KN 250 300 350
Stroke mm. 200 200 200
Weight Kg. 22 25 29
Tensioning section cm
2
47.2 58.32 65
Maximum tensioning pressure bar 550 550 550
Maximum return pressure bar 180 180 180
Maximum locking pressure bar 180 180 180
Tensioning extension mm. 250 280 300
Max diameter. mm. 85 110 120
Length mm. 930 930 950
Subject to modification Further data is available on request


Jack TTM250KN-C-100

TTM250KN-C-100 jack with 100 mm. stroke
without locking with short grip (90mm) for
single tensioning of short strand.
Jack TTM250KN-100

Jack TTM250KN-100 with 100 mm. stroke
complete with locking with grip at 250 mm.

The main uses of the TTM250KN jacks are for
tensioning on TTR heads or as single strand jacks
on TTM anchorings.
The TTM250 KN jacks are supplied together with
the following equipment:
- controller TTM-A.
- manifold DD-MF,
- hydraulic extension,
- release cone
The equipment is complete with calibration
certificate in compliance with EURO NORM EN
1537-2002 paragraph 8.4.2. and calibration is
valid for six months; calibration accompanies the
machine and tensioning jacks.
Jack TTM250KN-200

Jack TTM250KN-200 with 200 mm. stroke
complete with locking with grip at 250 mm.
available also with 400 mm. stroke

18.2.1 Release cone

Release cone type TR-15

Type TM-15 release cone can operate only on
anchorings in the series:
- TTM,
- M
- G
- On all multi strand anchorings
TR-15 Cod. 25057 type release cone for mono
strand T15 anchorings, it must be used on
TTM250-KN jacks.

Release cone type TM-15
Type TM-15 Cod. 25060 release cone for mono
strand T15 anchorings, it must be used on
TTM250-KN-M jacks.

18.3 Master gauge S1000

The master gauge S1000 can carry out calibrations to compare the hydraulic system in use by means
of connections upstream and downstream of the circuit.
It is supplied in a suitable insulated aluminium box inside which is enclosed a digital gauge with four
digit read-out and 1 bar minimum read-out.
The read-out takes place by means of hydraulic insertion of a digital transducer with 1-1.000 bar.
scansion which enables viewing of the pressure at the point of application.
The instrument can be supplied on request with different certifications:

- internal calibration, comparator gauge
- official calibration through authorised laboratory

The master gauges are set for an operating pressure of 1.000 bar. They are supplied with CE
markings, completely protected and equipped with identification serial number for periodical controls
carried out by our technical service.

Master gauge transducer S1000

Master gauge S1000

Master gauge transducer S1000 with strand inserted

18.4 Barstressing jacks

The DD series of jacks are available in four models that differ according to use characteristics. All the
jacks are provided with flexible 10 metre long tubes and spanners of different sizes for all the types of
bars from 26.5mm to 50mm.

Jack DD2000KN

The equipment, supplied complete with operating instructions and CE markings, is identified by a
serial number and construction type for each component of the equipment itself. The equipment is
complete with calibration with six months validity.

The DD jack series is supplied complete with the following parts:

- Tensioning cylinder,
- Hydraulic extensions, 10 metres long
- Additional wrenches for nuts associated with the capacity of the bar,
- Wrench for pre-fixing of the nut,
- Coupling


The DD jacks series are provided with automatic tightening. By means of a special wrench inserted in
the jack it is possible, maintaining the bar under tension, to proceed to tighten the nut; this avoids the
use of saddles and manual tightening operations.
The DD jacks series are provided with two robust handles which facilitate handling and can operate
with all the controllers with the following characteristics:

- Operating pressure 550 bar,
- Exchange hydraulic circuit, forward and return, (with return in discharge)

Jack DD700KN

Tightening is by means of a chain transmission (inside the jack) operated by a special lever.
The lever has a special device that allows both tightening and loosening of the nut. The chain connects
the gears which enable the nut to be tightened; the group is protected by a robust guard.
All the DD jack series are supplied complete with the indispensable accessories for correct tensioning:

- long-life coupling,
- lengths of bar for extensions,
- long-life round rear nut

Internal wrench for DD jacks

Ratchet for DD jacks

Nat long life nut for DD jacks
Long life coupling for DD jacks
The accessories are kept in a tool box and help to
facilitate the operations associated with:

- Long-life coupling, enables connecting of the
bars with minimum protrusion of 10-13 cm.
and to carry out tensioning reducing the
passive swarf only to the length engaged in
the coupling. The couplings are made of high
strength steel which guarantees several re-
uses.

- Coupling 26,5 mm. long life,
- Coupling 32 mm. long life,

- Rear long-life nut, is made with spherical
rest, so as to guarantee the correct
squareness of the anchorage, they are made
of high strength steel which guarantees
several re-uses.
- Nut 26,5 mm. long life,
- Nut 32 mm. long life,

- The bar is a length of the bar having the same
characteristics as the bar under tension.

- Reversible ratchet, unique for all types of
jacks which permits tightening and loosening
of the nut. It is equipped with a suitable lever
to facilitate tightening.

18.5.1 Jacks for tensioning DD series bars

Jack DD1200KN

Characteristics U.M. DD700KN DD1200KN DD2000KN DD2600KN
Capacity KN 700 1.200 2.000 2.600
Stroke mm 50 50 50 50
Weight Kg 42 54 95 135
2
132,47 235,5 418,40 521,5
Maximum tensioning pressure bar 550 550 550 550
Maximum return pressure bar 100 100 100 100


18.5.2 - Jacks for tensioning DX series bars

The DX series of jacks are supplied complete with the following parts:

- Tensioning cylinder
- 10 metre long hydraulic extensions

The series D jacks are without mechanical tightening and are used for tensioning on joints, where
tightening of the nut is carried out manually due to its limited movement.

Jack DX700KN

Characteristics U.M. DX700KN DX1200KN DX2000KN DX2600KN
Capacity
KN 700 1.200 2.000 2.600
Stroke
mm 50 50 50 50
Weight
Kg 35 43 68 95
Tensioning section
cm
2
132,47 235,5 418,40 521,5
Maximum tensioning pressure
bar 550 550 550 550
Maximum return pressure
bar 100 100 100 100
Maximum locking pressure
mm 150 150 150 150
Tensioning extension
mm 200 270 360 430
Max diameter.
mm 230 300 370 490
Length


Tensioning concrete beam with DD2000KN jack

tensioning bar with DD2000KN jack and TTM250-A controller of 40 mm diam bar.

18.6 - TTM-ED series hydraulic pump

The TTM-E series of hydraulic pump are available in six models which differ according to use
required and characteristics. This type of pump is set up with a three tube exit for driving the M type
tensioning series of jacks. All the controllers are equipped with three control circuits: pulling wedging
and return, where the wedging-return circuit is the circuit itself. All the services are supplied with
calibration valves. The control gauges installed are analogue, but can be coupled to a digital gauge
with 1 bar precision.
The machines are equipped with control panels L=10 m which allow all the operating phases of the
machine to be controlled. Special calibrating valves enable the operator to manually adjust the
pressure very easily and precisely in the three machine circuits. All the machines are provided with
three control gauges to view the pressure in the individual circuits; they are equipped with release
valves and safety valves to avoid overpressure. All the equipment supplied is manufactured in
compliance with the machinery regulations and has CE markings.

Controller TTM 2000-E

Type Weight Max. Pressure Capacity
Voltage/
Amperes
Dimensions Use
(Kg) bar. KW ( mm)
TTM1000-E 400 550-600 10 380/32 850x550x1200 M
TTM2000-E 450 550-600 10 380/32 850x550x1200 M
TTM3000-E 500 550-600 12.5 380/63 850x550x1200 M
TTM4000-E 550 550-600 12.5 380/63 M
TTM5000-E 600 550-600 15 380/63 M
TTM6000-E 700 550-600 30 380/63 M

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18.7 Tensioning jacks series M

The M series of jacks are available in nine models which differ according to the use
characteristics. They are provided with an automatic locking circuit and 10 metre long flexible tubes;
they are also equipped with a device rotating on an axis, restricted tensioning extension, low operating
pressure. The jacks are equipped with a metal support, studied in particular to achieve the required
inclinations in the tensioning operations. The support is integral with two bearings which enable the
jack to turn on its axis, facilitating insertion of the stand protruding from the head. The restricted
tensioning extension, the rotation of the jack on its axis and the support enable rapid operations and
limited effort during handling.

Jack M6800KN

Characteristics U.M. M 1600 KN M 1800 KN M 2800 KN M 3000 KN M 3600 KN M 4800 KN M6800KN
Capacity KN 1600 1800 2800 3000 3600 4800 6800
Stroke mm 250 250 250 200 250 250 250
Weight Kg 180 210 280 600 640 730 1200
2
155.51 320.18 361 424.49 564.21 725.71 879.2
Maximum tensioning pressure bar 700 700 700 700 700 70 700
Maximum return pressure bar 250 250 250 250 250 250 250
Maximum locking pressure bar 250 250 250 250 250 250 250
Tensioning extension mm 400 400 400 450 450 500 600
Max diameter. mm 250 320 340 380 400 520 660
Length mm 1000 1000 1000 1000 1000 1150 1200


Jack M9800KN-37

Jack M6800KN-27

Jack M4800KN-19

All the jacks in the M series are supplied
complete with internal parts and accessories
for tensioning..

The jacks in the M series are classified into
type M6800KN and in internal part, which if
different from standard, is classified as
M6800KN-22 ( 22 stands )

The jacks are powered by three tubes which
guarantee the following functions :
- pull,
- return,
- wedging,

All the jacks require a comb for correct use in
facilitating the insertion of the jack on the
cable.

Strand comb plate 27 strands

For tensioning of active anchorings , all the
jacks require a distribution cover that allows
the jack to rest correctly against the
anchoring.
Only on G type joints does the jack rest
directly on the steel plate.


Jack M3600KN-15

Jack M3000KN

Jack M1800KN

The main characteristics of the M series jacks
are :
- rotation on a 350 axis,
- reduced grip edge,
- automatic wedging by means of
hydraulic circuit,
- reduced overall size,
- front grip,
- easy to manoeuvre,
- easy for maintenance,
- easy inspection/cleaning of the
engagement clamps,

The jacks are identified by an imprinted serial
number and equipped with certificate of
calibration.


Joint tensioning 19G15

Joint tensioning 19G15 with jack M4800KN

18.8 Jack for extrusions M 300

The M300 jack for extrusions has been produced to carry out extrusion anchorings on T15 and T13
strands. The extrusion anchoring consists in a passive blocking installed on the end section of a strand
by extrusion. Anchoring is by means of a calibrated die that guarantees a constant ratio of drawing
over the years.
Jack M300 is supplied complete with the following parts:

- Cylinder,
- Hydraulic extensions, 10 metres in length,
- Die and extrusion pin

The jacks can function with all the controllers that have the following characteristics:
- Operating pressure 550 bar,
- Hydraulic circuit in exchange, forward and return with return in discharge.

Jack M300

Type Weight Max. Pressure Capacity Dimensions Use
( Kg ) bar. KN ( mm)
M300 75 450-550 350 1200x150x150 TTM-DD

18. 9 Untwister jack type S 4000

The type S 4000 jack opens the strand and forms S series passive anchorings.
The S series passive anchorings have been produced in compliance with Italian regulations in force
and FIP recommendations.
In this type of anchoring, the wire strand, in correspondence with the passive end, is opened in order
to improve adherence to the concrete.
The wire stands are placed in opposite directions in order to spread the force uniformly in the
concrete.


The jack has been produced to open the wire strand at one end, allowing the strand itself, if correctly
covered in the concrete, to have sufficient adherence to allow the anchorage of the tie-rod and thus
eliminating the requirement for passive anchoring.

The jack is very simple to use and is equipped with a gripper with mechanical closing which enables it,
on closing, to strike the end of the wire strand, causing it to open.
The gripper is made up of two conical sliding clamps equipped with an insert that can be replaced
when worn
18.10 Wedging jack type B300KN

Jack B300KN has been designed to enable mechanical wedging of clamp on series 1E15 anchorages
and the use of the anchorage itself as passive anchoring completely buried in the concrete.
The principle of mechanically controlled wedging, is to eliminate drown-in of the clamps in the
anchoring cones. The elimination of drown-in of the clamps is achieved using the B300KN jack which
presses the clamp at such a thrust force that further loads applied after anchoring do not cause
additional entry and the anchoring of the wire strand remains stable, guaranteeing the holding
capacity of the passive anchoring.

Type of strand Push value Load applied Strand
( bar ) ( KN )
T15 200 157 EN 10138
T15S 230 180 EN 10138
T15C 270 211 ASTM A779/90

-
B300KN jack push section 78,5 cm
2


B300KN jack locking type operation:

- Connect the jack to a controller that has an operating pressure of 350-400 bar. and the
possibility of feeding an exchange circuit sufficient to enable operation of the two way cylinder,
- Power the controller and adjust the pull pressure as prescribed,
- Connect the hydraulic tubes to the B300KN jack and check correct insertion of the hydraulic
feed tubes,
- Insert an 1E15 anchorage in the clamp,
- Do NOT grease the clamp or the plate taper, before blocking; the blocking of the clamp and
holding of the same must have precedence,
- Operate the jack B300KN towards the plate and wedge the clamp.
- The jack is equipped with a treated punch which guarantees many work cycles conserving the
rod of the jack,
- if the anchorage is equipped with a rear connection, it must be wedged preserving the integrity
of the connection,
- with anchoring wedged only where required and previously provided for, must be placed
against the rear connection,

Rear connection for anchoring 1E15

Jack B300KN operating

18.11 - T type grouting pump

The T type grouting pump is designed to guarantee maximum versatility with regard to site
requirements and use in severe conditions. It is supplied on wheels with robust tyres, it can be towed
on-site and is equipped with all the safety devices necessary for use. The machine has two tanks: one
for mixing the colloidal mix and one as a tank for the mix. The turbo mixer has a turbine capable of
mixing material at 1500 rpm/min.
All the grouting pumps are fitted as standard with a gauge, gauge saving device and push-button pad
with a 10 metre extension.
The fast-on fittings, litre-counters, plastic accessories, grouting tubes of various lengths, syringe
and the Saunders flow closing valve are considered to be accessories

T500 Grouting pump

Saunder valves are closing membrane valves recommended for intercepting mud and cement mixes .They
have the properties of being self-cleaning and if cleaned frequently they do become enctrusted
The litre counter, considered as an accessory is a simple mechanical, turbine fluid measuring device; it is
made of plastic and is applied on customer request. All the pumps have push-button pad control, equipped
with a 10 metre long cable.
Cables of up to 50 m. can be requested. The extension for the push-button pad is supplied on request and is
necessary in all those cases where the operator has to control the machine from a distance, supervising the
grouting zone.
The grouting syringe is supplied on request, depending on the type of valve used and on the grouting system
applied
Gauge and gauge protection device. The gauge fitted to the machine is not calibrated; calibration must be
specified during ordering.

Saunders valves are valves that close with a membrane and are recommended for intercepting mud
and cement mixes.
They have the properties of being self-cleaning and of not becoming encrusted, if cleaned frequently.
The litre counter is a simple mechanical, turbine fluid measuring device; it is made of plastic and is applied on
customer request.
All the pumps have push-button pad control, equipped with a 10 metre long cable, but extension cables of up to
50 m. can be requested. The extension for the push-button pad is necessary in all those cases where the operator
has to control the machine from a distance, supervising the grouting zone.
The grouting syringe is supplied on request, depending on the type of valve used and on the grouting system
applied.

The gauge fitted to the machine is not calibrated; calibration if required must be requested with order
Characteristics Model T500 Model T400
Weight 900 900
Dimensions 1900x1500x1900 mm 1900x1500x1900 mm
Mixer capacity 190 litres 190 litres
Mixing time 40 40
Agitator capacity 200 litres 200 litres
Max. grouting pressure 10-20 bar. 10-20 bar.
Max. grouting capacity 25-40 litres/minute 15-25 litres/minute
Agitator power 10 KW 10 KW
Pump power 7,5 KW 7,5 KW

type DD5001gauge protector

DD7169-B type rubber gasket

The DD5001 gauge protector for T500
pumps is a device that guarantees suitable
pump protection from the injected mix. This
device is comprised of two parts separated
by a membrane that ensures pressure
transmission to the valve via oil.
When the mix depresses the membrane it
transmits pressure to the oil that in turn
transmits to the gauge.
The gauge protector can be supplied with a
bronze fast-on connector that facilitates
its insertion into pressurised hoses, removal
and washing.
It is essential to wash the device correctly for
it to operate properly.
DD5001 gauge protector cod. 31115
DD7169-B gasket cod. 31116
The DD5001 type gauge protector is
provided with a lateral hole for washing the
device where it comes into contact with the
cement mix; a water pie can be attached to
this fitting.
The DD7169-B type rubber gasket permits
separation of the two mix-oil parts of the
gauge protector.
Saunders valve

The 1 Saunders valve cod. 99999 is the
unique element that guarantees safe fluid
interception. Closing takes place via a
rubber gasket that guarantees a self-cleaning
effect of the seat.


1 female bronze "fast-on" coupling

1 male bronze "fast-on" coupling

Grouting pliers

Grouting pliers cod. 31117
Male 1 fast-on coupling cod. 30477
Female 1 fast-on coupling cod. 30476
DD5001 gauge protection device cod. 31115
DD7169-B gasket cod. 31116
Gauge in glycerine cod. 99999
1 Saunders valve cod. 99999
All conduits and couplings have bronze fast-
on fittings that guarantee rapid coupling
and an excellent seal.

Grouting pliers complete with fast-on
coupling

The syringe permits coupling to the following
valves:
- Tab valves type DD-1003-A
- Re- useable valves type DD-3050-A,
- Syringe on re- useable valves type DD-3050-
A,
Syringe on valve type DD-1003-A

18.12 - TM-S4Strand pushing machine

The TM-S4 strand pushing machine is made up of the following parts:

- TM S4/A Head
- Hydraulic pump TM-S4
- Hydraulic extensions
- Pushbutton control panel
- Electric extensions for control panel

The two machines are connected hydraulically by flexible tubes and allow the strand to be inserted
electrically, governing the length parameters, speed and force applied.
The machine, of very simple conception, comprises an hydraulic controller powered by a 7.5 KW
electric motor, which is governed by an electronic control, which by means of two pushbutton control
panels inserts the strand into the sheaths.
The two operators, at the opposite ends of the beam, have the possibility, via the electric controls
supplied by the two control panels, to stop the feed of the strand or to carry out the millimetric
calibration required in some uses.

Inserting Strand using strand pusher TM-S4

Head TM S4/A

The TM S4/A head, designed to guarantee inserting of feed up to 150 metres, is equipped with powered
wheels driven by an hydraulic motor and hydraulic squeezing of the strand on the wheels.
The squeezing force on the powered wheels can be adjusted by means of two hydraulic cylinders inside
the head.

Strand pusher head TM-S4/A

A robust guard protects the powered wheels from danger and a strand guide device placed at the
entrance and exit of the machine, stops the strand from coming off the wheels during the inserting
operations.
The TM-S4 strand pusher is equipped with an hydraulic motor that guarantees the simultaneous drive
of the two lower wheels via a belt transmission. The two squeezing cylinders guarantee a pressure on
the strand, adjustable according to the push to be applied during the various inserting phases.
Two 48mm diameter tubes, fixed to the lower part of the machine, facilitate attachment to site
structures via couplings.

TM-S4 Hydraulic Controller

The TM-S4 controller is assembled on a robust metal structure equipped with wheels and supports for
lifting, so as to facilitate handling operations on the site.

TM S4 Controller

The TM S4 controller is equipped with pushbutton controls for electrically controlled commands;
opening/closing wheels, inserting pressure/wheels pressure control and switching on/off of the
machine are on the control panel.

- switching on and off on control panel
- manual drive of the pressing devices on
panel, via lever hydraulic distributor,
- control of squeezing and pushing pressures
via gauges,
- outputs with rapid fit couplings in the top
section: motor drive, strand squeeze drive.

- phase inverter at the rear,
- connectors for inserting control panels ( the
machine can function with one or two
control panels),
- extensions for control panels in 50 metre
lengths,
- 10 metre hydraulic extensions for connecting
controller-strand pusher.

The TTM S4 controller can operate with one or two pushbutton panels; usually when there is only one
control panel the lengths to be inserted are few and the inserting operations can be managed by the
machine with one operator only.
When there is only one control panel the
operator can only govern the forward
and return functions
With two control panels all the
operations are possible.
As for all the electric devices, the control
panels are delicate and although
designed for use on building sites and
heavy duty operation, after use it is
advisable to store them where they can
be protected.
Electric extensions for control panels are
supplied in 50m lengths and can be
connected up to a distance of 300m.

Strand pusher C60-S6

The C60-S6 strand pusher, designed to guarantee threading of strand up to 250m,is equipped with six
driving wheels driven by two hydraulic motors and hydraulic squeezing of the strand in the wheels.
The squeezing force on the powered wheels can be adjusted by means of two hydraulic cylinders inside
the head.

Strand pusher head C60-S6

A robust guard protects the powered wheels from danger and a strand guide device placed at the
entrance and exit of the machine, stops the strand from coming off the wheels during the inserting
operations.
Two 48mm diameter tubes, fixed to the lower part of the machine, facilitate attachment to site
structures via couplings
Controller C60

The C60 controller is assembled on a robust metal structure equipped with wheels and supports for
lifting, so as to facilitate handling operations on the site.

Hydraulic controller C60

The C60 controller is equipped with:

- switching on and off on control panel
- manual drive of the pressing devices on panel, via lever hydraulic distributor,
- control of squeezing and pushing pressures via gauges,
- outputs with rapid fit couplings in the lateral section: motor drive, strand squeeze drive.
- phase inverter on the side,
- connectors for inserting control panels (the machine can function with one or two control
panels), with only one control panel, the main one is used),
- extensions for control panels: in 50 metre lengths, 10 metre hydraulic extensions for connecting
controller-strand pusher.
Pushbutton control for strand pusher C60-S6

The C 60 controller can operate with one or two pushbutton panels; usually when there is only one
control panel the lengths to be inserted are few and the inserting operations can be managed by the
machine with one operator only.

Pushbutton pad with speed adjustment for controller C60

When there is only one control panel the operator can only govern the forward and return
functions
With two control panels all the operations are possible.
As for all the electric devices, the control panels are delicate and although designed for use on
building sites and heavy duty operation, after use it is advisable to store them where they can be
protected.
Electric extensions for control panels are supplied in 50m lengths and can be connected up to a
distance of 300m.
18.12.1 - Tips for threading

The tips have been designed to prevent the
corrugated sheaths from getting cut due to
contact with the strand during threading and to
facilitate the entry of the strand in the sheath.

DD-2015-PU Cod. 13006 type tips

The plastic tips are to be considered as re-
usable; because of the material used (plastic),
be careful not to fit them onto hot strand as this
would cause them to melt.

In those cases where threading is very difficult
and where the plastic tips break because of the
roughness of the positioning of the sheaths, TT-
5077 type steel tips are recommended because
they offer greater resistance to knocks.

Due to the material used they can be re-used
several times, their cost implies careful use

Type DD-2015-PU tips for T15 and T15,7 mm.
strand Cod. 13006

Standard box of 700 pieces

TT-5077 type tips

TT-5077 type re-usable steel tips with wedges
locking.

The TT-5077 tips have clamp locking and
guarantee very strong grip on the strand. They
are provided with milling and stops so as to
facilitate removal and saving when their use is
finished.

18.13 Uncoiler B1500

The B1500 Uncoiler has been designed to make the threading operations of the strand into the sheaths
easier.
It is usually used in combination with a strand pusher and guarantees unwinding of the strand without
tangling at a high unwinding speed. It is set up to host coils of different dimensions and by connecting
the two shoulders it can adapt to coils of different diameters.

The B1500 Uncoiler does not require special anchoring to the ground, its own weight is sufficient to
guarantee its stability when being used.

Use and advice
The coil of strand is inserted between the two shoulders, before cutting the metal band straps, the
correct tightening of the closing tie-rods, which guarantee correct blocking and safety of the
operations, must be checked.
On cutting the band straps the unwinding direction shown on the coil must be complied with to
guarantee the strand will unwind smoothly.

18.14 DI load cells

DI load cells have the main characteristic of being hydraulic, without gaskets and of being entirely
made of AISI 303 steel.

Because of these characteristics, they are ideal for fitting to temporary or permanent tie-bars for
monitoring the tension of the anchor over time. They are available with analogue and digital reading
on request.

Load cell with plate 4 TTM-F15

Capacity Model A B C D Precision Overload Material
Unitary
weight
( KN ) ( mm) ( mm) ( mm) ( mm) ( gr )
500 DI-500KN 70 165 40 195 +/- 1% F.S. 120 % AISI 304 4,5
750 DI-750KN 90 205 40 195 +/- 1% F.S. 120 % AISI 304 5,5
1000 DI-1000KN 110 230 40 195 +/- 1% F.S. 120 % AISI 304 7,5
1000 DI-1000SKN 135 250 40 195 +/- 1% F.S. 120 % AISI 304 7,5
1500 DI-1500KN 160 300 40 195 +/- 1% F.S. 120 % AISI 304 10
2500 DI-2500KN 180 360 40 195 +/- 1% F.S. 120 % AISI 304 16
2500 DI-2500SKN 220 380 40 195 +/- 1% F.S. 120 % AISI 304 16
Subject to modification More information available on request

Anchor Cell type Cell load Max. cell load Strand ext. diam.
( KN ) ( KN ) ( mm )
3TTM15 DI-750KN 750 900 80
4TTM15 DI-750KN 750 900 80
5TTM15 DI-750KN 750 900 100
6TTM15 DI-1000KN 1.000 1.200 100
7TTM15 DI-1500KN 1.500 1.800 100
9TTM15 DI-1500KN 1.500 1.800 105
12TTM15 DI-2500KN 2.500 3.000 125
15TTM15 DI-2500KN 2.500 3.000 135
19TTM15 ***** ***** ***** 150
22TTM15 ***** ***** ***** 175
27TTM15 ***** ***** ***** 195
Subject to modification More information available on request

Characteristics:

- Maximum load without calibration alterations: 120% of capacity.
- Scale end precision 1% for analogue reading 0.5% for digital
- Material - AISI 304
- The cell ha a lock ring for inter-placement on the anchor plate; if the dial already has an
under-plate, this lock ring is not necessary.

The load cells are provided with CE marking are completely protected and have serial numbers for
identification.
.

TTR anchor tensioning on DI load cell with jack type TTM 250KN-200

The load cell must be supported on a flat, non-deforming surface so as to permit square cell loading,
with no transverse components. The applied load must also be perpendicular to the cell for correct
operation and therefore, the bore hole must be made with special care if hydraulic cells must be
installed.

Hydraulic cells require all the strands to be tensioned at the same time to guarantee even load
distribution.

The cell makes a direct reading in KN.
The applied load reading suffers various losses and therefore, with a tension control unit calibrated to
the load application, we read a load loss after clamping of more than 30%.
This loss is directly dependent on the lengthening loss of the tie-bar that will be greatest when the free
part is shortest and when the tension value applied to the tie-bar is lowest.

The measured cell loss derives from the sum of the following losses:

- Clamping loss, (clamp return
clamping
P )
- Losses in the jack, (jack lengthening
jack
P )
- Losses from angular deviation, ( deviation in the anchor
angular dev.
P )
- Losses from offset load, (small transverse components
transverse
P)

Tot.
P
.
=
clamping
P
+ jack
P
+ angular dev.
P
+ transverse
P

P
Tot.
is the total load loss

Application of anchorage TTM on DI type load cell

Tensioning

During the tensioning phase attention must be paid to apply over tension which compensates the loss
of load stated above so as to reach the project load required.


Application of TTM anchoring on load cell DI and with Cap TTM-L

Application of load cell on M type jack

19 SITES

19.1 Sites in Italy

Application of seismic restraints on tensioned cofferdam

Assembly of high strength bars and application of seismic check devices.

Our company is specialised in assembling mixed concrete-steel structures.
Above is an example of a anti-falling rocks cofferdam where the structure, tensioned with
continuous threading bars, required anti-seismic restraints

Coupling tensioning 19G15

Coupling 19G15

Pre-stressing of viaduct using 19G15 couplings


Lifting and handling blocks

Lifting 1 block

With the availability of our equipment and personnel we are able to build blocks (with relative
supply of forming moulds), lift and assemble them. Highly specialised teams carry out the laying of
the centring, assistance with grouting and handling of trucking.


pre-stressing of a slab for tunnel

Post-tensioning of RC staging

Our company has its own pre-stressing system and having in its employ specialised technicians, is
in a position to offer companies a complete supply and laying service.

Unbonded post-tensioning floors

Beams made with unbonded cables

Example of floor laid in place with unbonded cables

19.2 - Sites abroad

With the availability of our equipment and highly qualified personnel our Company has become
specialised in constructing bridges and viaducts supplying all requirements and using our post-
tensioning system.

Preparing pier head Laying pier head block and assembly of Dywidag form traveller

Laying the key segment

Making the final segment


Tibola bridge: Site for prefabrication of beams Bridge crane launching girder

Fatala Bridge: the first cast in situ segment, 12.5m high The central span is 160m

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Uffici operativi:
Via Alberto da Giussano, 9 20010 Corbetta(MI) Italy
Tel. +39 02 97480217 fax +39 02 97277523
info.ttm@libero.it - www.ttmsrl.it

Sede legale:
Via Oger Martin, 21 03024 Ceprano (FR) Italy
Tel. +39 0775 91991 fax +39 0775 9199222
C.F. P.IVA 02183230602

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