Post Tension Cable Installation

Construction of post tensioned slabs on grade is very similar to using reinforcing steel except for the tensioning step.

Post tension cable installation.

Several methods exist for pre stressing concrete with post tensioning being a very common one. Structural engineers recommend cumberland post tension because of their long standing knowledge and solid reputation in the industry. We specialize in elevated and slab on grade post tensioning and post tension repair work for both commercial and residential applications in dallas fort worth arlington keller plano mansfield and throughout the dfw metroplex texas oklahoma colorado louisiana and new mexico. Tendon systems is one of the only post tension cable companies with decades of experience and expertise.

A post tension slab is a slab of concrete that has been pre stressed using a specific method to increase the strength of the concrete. Cables are arranged as indicated by the engineer and chaired to run through the center of the slab. Post tension services of texas ptst is a full service post tension company based in dallas. Our record of success illustrates reliable installation of these systems in parking garages apartment buildings and other structures that require commercial post tensioning.

Post tensioning is a greatly efficient system for structures that offers many benefits in a wide range of construction repair and rehabilitation applications. Our future vision pti envisions a future in which post tensioning is the first choice for reinforcing all structures. Many modern homes are built on post tension slab concrete. The alternative to pre tensioning is post tensioning.

We provide post tensioning cables that are utilized in commercial high rise buildings and parking structures. In a post tensioned beam the tendons are stressed and each end is anchored to the concrete section aft. Our services range from barrier cable system installation to rehabilitation of concrete structures such as parking garages.