Threaded Bar Reinforcing Systems

Threaded Bar Reinforcing Systems

This lecture will be presented by Steven Bongiorno

There has been a recent increase in the use of threaded bars as reinforcement for concrete building structures. They are typically provided as part of a larger system comprised of complimentary hardware for connections, anchorage and erection.  As concrete structures continue to become taller and more complex, the use of such reinforcing systems will become even more prevalent. As such, it is important that designers understand and appreciate the unique features of threaded bars in order to maximize the benefits of their use as reinforcing in concrete structures. It is also critically important that designers, inspectors and end users understand the mechanical behavior and limitations of threaded reinforcing bars to ensure that they are being specified and installed appropriately for a given application.

This lecture will cover the basic features of treaded bars systems, their typical applications and benefits for concrete building structures and the limitations of their use in certain applications and under certain conditions. This will be a hands-on presentation, with various threaded bar components utilized and available for examination and audience participation throughout.

1.5 PDH Credits

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Steven Bongiorno is an independent Structural Engineering consultant who provides consulting and value engineering services to owners and contractors. He specializes in design and construction using High Performance Concrete Reinforcing Systems (HPCRS), for which he gave a presentation to SEAoNY here about five years ago, and he is happy to be back again on this related topic. He is a licensed Professional Engineer in a number of states as well as a licenced Structural Engineer in the state of California.

Registration opens at 5:45pm. Seminar begins promptly at 6:15pm

For SEAoNY members, registration is $25 in advance or $35 at the door.
For non-members, registration is $40 in advance or $50 at the door.
For student members, registration is $5.

The event will take place at the Center for Architecture, 536 LaGuardia Place.