Dowel bar substitute
According to ERICO International Corporation, its Lenton Form Saver is ideal for eliminating protruding dowel bars in segmental pour applications and temporary openings. It is uniquely designed with the LENTON tapered thread, factory-installed thread protector, and a mounting plate for easy attachment to the form. These exclusive dowel bar assemblies provide continuity and structural integrity to reinforced concrete construction. The taper-threaded design provides load path continuity in tension, compression, and stress-reversal applications. The company says its Lenton Form Saver splices outperform dowel bars because of their ability to develop strength requirements independent of concrete cover; and that their ease of installation, consistent performance, and durability add value and integrity to any segmental pour application. They are ideal for applications such as slip and jump forming, segmental pours, stairwells, equipment hatch openings, tower crane openings, slabs, and bridge decks.
ERICO International Corporation
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Mechanical anchor
Powers Fasteners, Inc., a manufacturer of concrete anchoring systems, introduces the Power-Stud+SD2 carbon steel bolt as one of the industry’s first mechanical anchors to meet the new, more stringent International Building Code (IBC), according to the company. The Power-Stud+SD2 is a one-piece, fully threaded wedge anchor that is designed for concrete and other masonry applications. Because of its new one-piece stainless steel clip design, the anchor has more holding power than the company’s existing Power-Stud. The bolt is available in 3/8-inch diameters (3-, 3 3/4-, and 5-inch lengths); 1/2-inch diameters (3 3/4-, 4 1/2-, 5 1/2-, 7-, and 8 1/2-inch lengths); 5/8-inch diameters (4 3/4-, 5-, 6-, 7-, and 8 1/2-inch lengths); and 3/4-inch diameters (5 1/2-, 6 1/4-, 7-, and 8 1/2-inch lengths).
Powers Fasteners, Inc.
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Laser range meter
According to Hilti, Inc., its easy-to-use PD 4 measuring device delivers highly accurate measurements at the push of a button. With a sensor-automated backlight and simple, one-button operation for both measuring and tracking functionality, the PD 4 measures distances with laser precision of ± 1/12-inch from 7.8 inches up to 230 feet. Requiring only one person to operate, the laser range meter is able to measure quickly and safely in places where access is difficult, providing greater convenience and helping increase productivity. Ruggedly built, the PD 4 has durable rubber protection surrounding the edges of the meter, creating a dust-tight, water-resistant casing. Tested in up to 2 feet of water for up to eight hours, the proven durability of the PD 4 allows the meter to withstand the harshest of jobsite conditions.
Hilti, Inc.
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