Post-Tensioning Institute
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The Post-Tensioning Institute (PTI) is an American nonprofit organization committed to advancing the quality, safety, efficiency, profitability, and use of post-tensioning systems. PTI's manuals and technical guides are designed to provide guidance on the design, construction, maintenance, and repair/rehabilitation of post-tensioned concrete structures. In addition , PTI aims to ensure that specifiers and purchasers of post-tensioning materials receive best products and services that meet a standard of quality through its plant and field personnel certification programs. Members of the Institute include major post-tensioning companies, as well as more than 500 professional members, engineers, architects, and contractors from around the globe.
History
[edit]PTI was founded in 1976. Members of the Institute include major post-tensioning materials fabricators. Material manufacturers for prestressing, and companies supplying materials, services, and equipment used in post-tensioned construction. Additionally, members include professional engineers, architects and contractors.
Technical committees
[edit]The Technical Advisory Board reviews and oversees all technical activities of the Institute, including education and certification.
- Barrier Cable
- Bonded Tendon
- Bridges
- Building Design
- Cable-Stayed Bridges
- Grouting
- Rock and Soil Anchors
- Repair, Rehabilitation, and Strengthening
- Slab-on-Ground
- Unbonded Tendon
References
[edit]- "Post-Tensioning Institute website", Post-Tensioning Institute.