Blog Feed: Amsysco Post-Tension Blog

The following is a press release from the Post-Tensioning Institute which requires the use of Encapsulated Tendons for all unbonded PT buildings subject to ACI-318. Release: NEW PTI SPECIFICATION UPDATE REQUIRES THE USE OF ENCAPSULATED TENDONS � FARMINGTON HILLS, MI (January 16, 2012) – The Post-Tensioning Institute (PTI) has announced a new specification update . . . → Read More: Updated PTI Specification Requiring Encapsulated Tendons > read more

Updated PTI Specification Requiring Encapsulated Tendons

Published on 2012-01-19 10:44:09

Missed Stressing Operation

Published on 2011-12-18 11:00:51

What happens if you forgot to stress an unbonded post-tensioning tendon at the construction joint and have already poured the subsequent pour? . . . → Read More: Missed Stressing Operation > read more

Missed Stressing Operation

Published on 2011-12-18 03:46:07

Q: What happens if you forgot to stress an unbonded post-tensioning tendon at the construction joint and have already poured the subsequent pour? A: The most preferred option is to stress the tendon in the subsequent pour. However, the following … Continue reading → > read more

Scholarship for College Students – Post Tensioned Concrete

Published on 2011-11-10 14:55:00

Scholarship for College Students – Post Tensioned Concrete

Published on 2011-11-10 09:38:57

PTI AMSYSCO Scholarship Program The new PTI AMSYSCO Scholarship program has been recently established by AMSYSCO, Inc. to commemorate the company’s 30 years in the post-tensioning industry. In announcing this new scholarship program, AMSYSCO owner, Rattan Khosa said “Last week AMSYSCO completed 30 years in business. Only in this great country America, one can come with just . . . → Read More: Scholarship for College Students – Post Tensioned Concrete > read more

Pictures of our 30th Anniversary Employee Party

Published on 2011-10-21 18:11:30

AMSYSCO celebrated it’s 30th anniversary in business with some food and cake. Enjoy some of the green-themed pictures. ____________________________________________ Copyright © 2011 by AMSYSCO, Inc. All rights reserved. . . . → Read More: Pictures of our 30th Anniversary Employee Party > read more

Pictures of our 30th Anniversary Employee Party

Published on 2011-10-21 15:53:41

AMSYSCO celebrated it’s 30th anniversary in business with some food and cake. Enjoy some of the green-themed pictures. __________________________________________ Copyright © 2011 by AMSYSCO, Inc. All rights reserved. > read more

Job Opening – Plant Supervisor

Published on 2011-10-07 15:52:50

Plant Supervisor AMSYSCO, Inc., 1200 Windham Parkway, Romeoville, IL 60446 Job Description AMSYSCO is the largest supplier of the post-tensioning steel tendons on commercial structures in the Midwest. The company has an immediate opening and is seeking a highly-motivated Plant … Continue reading → > read more

Job Opening – Plant Supervisor

Published on 2011-10-07 09:59:08

Detensioning Unbonded Post-Tension Tendons

Published on 2011-07-28 15:51:37

On rare occasions, the ironworker/installer will need to detension an already-stressed post tensioning tendon. The reason may be due to a repair procedure or re-stressing due to out-of-range elongation readings. Recommendations: During the detensioning process, the post-tensioning tendon will have … Continue reading → > read more

Detensioning Unbonded Post-Tension Tendons

Published on 2011-07-28 10:31:33

Twitter Weekly Updates for 2011-07-03

Published on 2011-07-03 04:59:00

AMSYSCO is hiring plant workers for manufacturing of post-tensioning tendons in Romoeville, Illinois. http://goo.gl/Ui9IP # Have you read our Case Study on Small Business and Social Media? http://t.co/yeZXvdp # What is "Post-Tensioning" ??? F > read more

4 Questions to ask your Unbonded Post-Tension Supplier

Published on 2011-07-02 15:50:49

Hiring a quality Unbonded Post-Tension Supplier can be the difference between a smooth construction project and a problematic situation. The Post-Tension (PT) supplier will play a key role in your reinforced concrete project. Therefore, general contractors and concrete contractors need … Continue reading → > read more

4 Questions to ask your Unbonded Post-Tension Supplier

Published on 2011-07-02 14:50:55

Twitter Weekly Updates for 2011-06-26

Published on 2011-06-26 04:59:00

Raffle Prize Winner for the AMSYSCO Post Tension newsletter : Mr. Richard Pierce, SE of Pierce Engineers, Wisconsin. # See our construction presentations here: http://www.amsyscoinc.com/blog/socialmedia/slideshare-2/ # Map of famous post-tensioned co > read more

The importance of clean anchor cavities

Published on 2011-06-22 15:49:22

Having clean anchor cavities is one of the most important part of getting proper elongations of unbonded post-tensioning tendons. Since construction is not the cleanest of jobs, there may be debris inside the PT anchor cavity. A major cause of … Continue reading → > read more

The importance of clean anchor cavities

Published on 2011-06-22 11:26:20

Having clean anchor cavities is one of the most important part of getting proper elongations of unbonded post-tensioning tendons. Post-Tension Stressing Tails - side Post-Tension Tendon Stressing Tails Since construction is not the cleanest of jobs > read more

Twitter Weekly Updates for 2011-06-19

Published on 2011-06-19 04:59:00

AMSYSCO is hiring – plant worker. http://goo.gl/ICh8K # Tips for checking whether your Post-Tensioning Tendons have been stressed? http://goo.gl/vTza8 #concrete # Video for applying paint marks to post-tension tendons http://goo.gl/r9pbK #const > read more

PTI Certified Plant – AMSYSCO 2011

Published on 2011-06-18 15:48:31

AMSYSCO, Inc. passed its first unannounced Plant Inspection in the 2011 calender. The certification program is overseen by the Post-Tensioning Institute. “Certification of Plants Producing Unbonded Single Strand Tendons—Launched in 1989, the first program, Unbonded Single Strand Tendon Fabrication Facilities, … Continue reading → > read more

PTI Certified Plant – AMSYSCO 2011

Published on 2011-06-18 12:50:22

Video : Stressing Unbonded Post Tension Tendon

Published on 2011-06-16 18:31:35

This short video show the stressing an unbonded post-tensioning tendon with a hydraulic jack (8-inch stroke). This tendon was roughly 130 feet long so it required two strokes. The elongation for a 100-foot-long tendon is roughly 8 inches. Refer to th > read more

Video : Applying paint mark for Tendon Elongation

Published on 2011-06-16 18:17:34

This short clip shows how to apply paint-marks prior to stressing of post-tension tendons. It’s recommended to use a straight-edge, metal to help with elongation measurements. Refer to the Post-Tensioning Institute’s “Field Procedur > read more

How do I know if my Post-Tensioning Tendons have been stressed?

Published on 2011-06-16 17:32:20

As a post-tensioning inspector or installer, have you ever been in a situation whether you are unsure whether some PT tendons have been stressed? By not having a PT tendon stressed, this could have detrimental effects on the structure. Here are th > read more

Video : Stressing Unbonded Post Tension Tendon

Published on 2011-06-16 15:47:00

Twitter Weekly Updates for 2011-05-15

Published on 2011-05-15 04:59:00

Started post-tensioned concrete on the Moderne condos in Milwaukee. http://www.themoderne.net/ # ATLSS research on unbonded post-tensioning in earthquakes by @LehighUNews http://goo.gl/bxbBP # Amsysco Newsletter – Post Tension – http://ee > read more

Twitter Weekly Updates for 2011-05-08

Published on 2011-05-08 04:59:00

Seating in on the PTI M-50 / ASBI Task Group for Bonded Post Tensioning # Attending Barrier Cable subcommittee meeting at PTI. # Gave a presentation about Target Field and unbonded post tensioned concrete at the PTI Convention in Kansas City. # Page > read more

PTI 2011 Technical Presentation – Target Field

Published on 2011-05-04 23:21:44

Presentation by Neel Khosa given during the Post-Tensioning Institute’s 2011 Technical Conference. Topic is about the use of unbonded post-tensioned concrete in Target Field stadium, home of the Minnesota Twins MLB team. Minnesota Twins Targe > read more

Twitter Weekly Updates for 2011-05-01

Published on 2011-05-01 04:59:00

Started post-tensioning work on new Ronald McDonald House Charities on 211 E. Grand, Chicago. http://fb.me/T4C4JEfm # Completed post-tensioning w/TheParentCo on the new Soccer Field & Underground Parking Garage for @MontgomeryBell in Nashville, T > read more

Twitter Weekly Updates for 2011-04-24

Published on 2011-04-24 04:59:00

Ever wonder what AMSYSCO stands for? http://lnkd.in/bAUPeR # Cities that have buildings with AMSYSCO's post-tensioning tendons. http://goo.gl/H6KMN # > read more

Protecting exposed strand at Construction Joints

Published on 2011-04-20 12:27:57

With some post-tension systems, the installer is required to strip the plastic-sheathing in order to install the intermediate anchors at the construction joints. One issue is how to protect the exposed strand until the second pour is made (pictured b > read more

Sweeping beam tendons into the slab

Published on 2011-04-20 11:59:12

Occassionally, the field will encounter a condition where the post-tensioned beam’s CGS (center of gravity of steel) requires several PT beams be installed in the slab. In other words, some PT anchors will not be installed within the web of the > read more

What is AMSYSCO ?

Published on 2011-04-18 21:30:08

Q: What does “AMSYSCO” stand for? A: “AMSYSCO” stands for American Systems & Structural Company. _________________________________________________ Copyright © 2011 by AMSYSCO, Inc. All rights reserved. > read more

Pictures : Manufacturing of Unbonded Post-Tensioning

Published on 2011-04-09 12:41:19

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Twitter Weekly Updates for 2011-04-03

Published on 2011-04-03 04:59:00

Special Inspector Checklist – Post Tension Parking Structure (via Advanced Special Inspection, Inc.) http://goo.gl/AaCdI # Video : Un-extruded PC Strand for unbonded Post-Tensioning http://goo.gl/CaP4X #youtube #concrete # Post-Tensioning Institute > read more

Target Field article in ‘Structural Engineering & Design’ magazine

Published on 2011-04-01 12:50:26

Neel Khosa and Rattan Khosa of AMSYSCO, Inc. recently contributed to an article about the use of Post-Tensioning in the Minnesota Twins Target Field. Joe Ales, Jr. from Walter P. Moore and Troy Blizzard from Mortenson Construction also contributed > read more

Video: Un-extruded PC Strand

Published on 2011-03-30 18:22:24

PC Strand is a high-strength steel cable used in Post-Tensioned concrete. This video shows the PC Strand prior to the plastic extrusion process (unbonded PT). ____________________________________________ Copyright © 2011 by AMSYSCO, Inc. All rights > read more

Twitter Weekly Updates for 2011-03-27

Published on 2011-03-27 04:59:00

RT @MnDOTResearch Improved Inspection Techniques for Steel Prestressing/Post Tensioning Stands http://bit.ly/gwdRGL # Interesting research using post-tensioning in Concrete ‘Rocking Frame’ http://goo.gl/PgOmu via @ENRnews # > read more

Twitter Weekly Updates for 2011-03-20

Published on 2011-03-20 04:59:00

AMSYSCO is already Green (well, our logo and post-tension tendons are green). #stpatricksday # Thx for our 1000th view!!! : Plastic Extrusion of PC Strand for Unbonded Post-Tensioning http://youtu.be/s2jPtgNq-uE # > read more

Twitter Weekly Updates for 2011-03-13

Published on 2011-03-13 04:59:00

http://amsyscoinc.com/ # Blog : Post-Tension Friction Calculation http://goo.gl/X3WxJ # > read more

Post Tension Friction-Loss Calculations

Published on 2011-03-10 16:30:06

The friction-loss calculations are important submittals for post-tensioning tendons. The calculations determine what the tendon’s final force is after short-term and long-term friction losses. The key input parameters for “Long-Term Los > read more

Twitter Weekly Updates for 2011-03-06

Published on 2011-03-06 04:59:00

Just uploaded 'Case study – social media' to SlideShare. http://slidesha.re/hrHBW2 # #FF for construction economics @GoCivil @CementLackey @SteelOrbis @SEConstruction @AGCofA @HousingWire # > read more

Case Study – Small Business and Social Media

Published on 2011-03-02 23:49:57

Case Study – Social Media Small Business View more presentations from Amsysco, Inc. . . . → Read More: Case Study – Small Business and Social Media > read more

Twitter Weekly Updates for 2011-02-27

Published on 2011-02-27 04:59:00

Become the 300th subscriber to our P.T. Newsletter http://goo.gl/UfM1p # > read more

Twitter Weekly Updates for 2011-02-20

Published on 2011-02-20 04:59:00

Subscribe our PT newsletter here : http://goo.gl/UfM1p # Finally added our Social Media links to our homepage. http://goo.gl/ariN #facebook #linkedin #twitter #youtube #rss #newsletter # Completed a barrier cable project with Concrete Strategies for > read more

Twitter Weekly Updates for 2011-02-13

Published on 2011-02-13 04:59:00

Please take 1 minute & subscribe to our Quarterly Newsletter. http://goo.gl/UfM1p # 1st 1000 Subscribers entered into a raffle to win a portable GPS system ($100 value). # Raffle prize winner to be decided within 6 months. # Like us? http://www.f > read more

Twitter Weekly Updates for 2011-02-06

Published on 2011-02-06 04:59:00

RT @posttensioning: My 2011 outlook for Construction. http://goo.gl/WYrqL >> A view from a Construction Supplier # December Construction Spending -2.5% vs -0.4% consensus; prior revised to -0.2% from +0.4%. # Due to the Snow Blizzard, AMSYSCO > read more

Construction Outlook 2011

Published on 2011-01-31 11:38:46

It’s the time of the year to reflect on business and economy; the recent past and what lies ahead. With challenging 2008, 2009 and 2010 in the history books, one wonders what 2011 is going to be like. In trying to understand various indicators, I > read more

Twitter Weekly Updates for 2011-01-30

Published on 2011-01-30 04:59:00

Had our 'State of AMSYSCO Address' with employees today. # Join the 'Post-Tensioning Institute' group on @linkedin http://goo.gl/8Dy2l >>> be the 300th member # Or join the 'Post-Tensioning Institute' group o > read more

Twitter Weekly Updates for 2011-01-23

Published on 2011-01-23 04:59:00

Completed post-tension work on Mankato 2nd St. Parking Ramp with Knutson Construction. http://goo.gl/lA2sO # Amsysco, Inc. (Illinois) just joined @foursquare . http://goo.gl/rYLay # > read more

Twitter Weekly Updates for 2011-01-16

Published on 2011-01-16 04:59:00

Just uploaded '2008 PTI Awards Booklet' to SlideShare. http://slidesha.re/fE8JIo # Just uploaded '2009 pti legends awards' to SlideShare. http://slidesha.re/fTUPSM # 40 Years of the Concrete Canoe by @ceeatillinois http://goo.gl/i > read more

Twitter Weekly Updates for 2011-01-09

Published on 2011-01-09 04:59:00

Post-Tensioned concrete reinforcement http://lnkd.in/WvG7ce # http://fb.me/wQYHn5lG # Watch videos about post-tensioned concrete by AMSYSCO. http://fb.me/wU0Ngaxi # Interesting earthquake research on post-tensioning conducted by @LehighUNews http://g > read more

Twitter Weekly Updates for 2010-12-26

Published on 2010-12-26 04:59:00

Happy holidays to all from AMSYSCO, Inc. # > read more

Twitter Weekly Updates for 2010-12-19

Published on 2010-12-19 04:59:00

Metrodome roof collapses due to snow. Luckily no injuries. http://goo.gl/1m4PZ # Amsysco, Inc. joins @urbika – an online community for sharing information, news & media on city developments http://goo.gl/pSOVp # WSJ.com – Downtowns Ge > read more

Twitter Weekly Updates for 2010-12-19

Published on 2010-12-19 04:59:00

Kink in a Tendon

Published on 2010-12-15 12:10:04

On rare occasions, the installer will unroll a tendon that looks like this… Kink in Tendon WHAT WILL HAPPEN? During the stressing operation, this tendon will probably break due to the eccentric force at the anchorage. Chances are that this te > read more

Twitter Weekly Updates for 2010-12-12

Published on 2010-12-12 04:59:00

AMSYSCO holiday luncheon is tomorrow. Happy winter holidays. # Post-Tensioning & Concrete: "Do PT Cables Fly Across the Job Site?" by Jim Rogers http://t.co/pgJ03rR # Informative article in @STRUCTUREmag: "Post-Tensioned Slabs on Grou > read more

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