Post-tension concrete leave out splicing system and method

摘要

Devices, systems, and methods for constructing post-tensioned concrete slabs in a new floor construction that has a reduced gap distance between the slabs. The devices, systems, and methods can improve project construction time by reducing the time delay in accessing the floor underneath the slabs due to safety and/or weather conditions.

主权项

1. A concrete construction, comprising: a first post-tensioned concrete slab and a second post-tensioned concrete slab, said first post-tensioned concrete slab and said second post-tensioned concrete slab having respective upper surfaces that are generally aligned, said first post-tensioned concrete slab including a first rebar installed therein, said first post-tensioned concrete slab being post-tensioned in at least a direction substantially parallel to said first rebar, said second post-tensioned concrete slab including a second rebar installed therein, said second post-tensioned concrete slab being post-tensioned in at least a direction substantially parallel to said second rebar, said first post-tensioned concrete slab and second post-tensioned concrete slab being separated by a gap so that the concrete material of said first post-tensioned concrete slab is not in contact with the concrete material of said second post-tensioned concrete slab, said construction further including a splice device positioned in the gap for connecting to a portion of the first rebar and to a portion of the second rebar.