planning the rebar cage for the 72 footer,,,so I downloaded from UST the california engineering drawing. Went to acquire the rebar,,, the spec calls for some # 4(1/2 ) ok & qty 8 # 9 (1 1/4") wow....
When I see specs like that it always makes me think that the manufacturer does it on purpose to limit their liability, knowing that almost nobody is going to actually going to follow the print. The e
Bill: I recall from last Autumn that not only is the requirement for #9 rebar, but it is for TWO such elements in each corner of the foundation. I do believe that the spec is set up for earthquake lo
Check out the latest foundation plans on the US Tower web site. They have recently changed the drawings for their foundations and now require 16 pieces of vertical rebar, two in each corner and two i
The UST web site shows the wrong anchor bolt diameter for the HDX-5106. They would probably say that doesn't matter if you buy the bolts from them. I bought locally and wasted $500 because of this er
manufacturer does it on purpose to limit their liability, Ya think?!? They also do it to comply with various tower standards and building regulations. print. Jeez, Dave - I know you've been on TT for
Well, first off, I wasn't in any way suggesting that he should do anything different than UST recommended. In fact, I'm not sure how anyone would get zoning inspection approval if they didn't follow
I would just like to add some food for thought. I believe that UST deals with many different types of customers, military, govt. agencies, and the international market place as well. With this in min