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Precast, Prestressed Concrete Piles
PCI Pile Webinar - Handout - 12.11.21
PCI Pile Webinar - Handout - 12.11.21
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This document provides information on precast prestressed concrete piles. It starts with a brief history of the Prestressed Concrete Institute (PCI) and the innovations in the industry. It also mentions PCI's certification and regional chapters. <br /><br />The document then discusses the different types of prestressed concrete piles, including square, octagonal, and cylindrical shapes. It describes the production process for precast concrete piles, including the manufacturing plant, quality control measures, materials used, and the concrete mix design.<br /><br />The handling and transportation of precast concrete piles are also discussed, including lifting and handling at the plant and on the jobsite, as well as storage and transportation methods.<br /><br />The installation process for precast concrete piles is explained, taking into consideration factors such as pile size, type, length, and geotechnical properties of the site. Different installation methods, including driving with impact hammers, are covered.<br /><br />The advantages of using precast prestressed concrete piles are highlighted, such as lower initial cost, lower life-cycle cost, adaptability, sustainability, and long service life. The structural design considerations for precast concrete piles, including axial and flexural demands, detailing, connections, and geotechnical considerations, are also discussed.<br /><br />The document provides resources for further information, including publications and websites related to PCI and precast concrete piles. It concludes with a summary and an invitation for questions.
Keywords
precast prestressed concrete piles
Prestressed Concrete Institute
innovations
PCI certification
types of prestressed concrete piles
production process
handling and transportation
installation process
advantages of precast prestressed concrete piles
structural design considerations
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