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  1. HermanJordaan

    Which software for rebar, formwork and steel works do you recommend or use ?

    We use Autocad Structural Detailing for rebar. It's a pretty versatile and easy-to-use program.
  2. HermanJordaan

    Uplift on Bases: Is there a construction technique to anchor them?

    For me it's about saving money. If it would be cheaper to somehow put in anchors instead of bring in the big stuff to break up the rock? I would try that.
  3. HermanJordaan

    Uplift on Bases: Is there a construction technique to anchor them?

    JedClampett: Yes it's concrete foundations. The Uplift is due to design wind forces. No Seismic forces. No operating forces (It's a smallish warehouse).
  4. HermanJordaan

    Uplift on Bases: Is there a construction technique to anchor them?

    Hi, My design requires 2.75x2.75x0.75m bases. Fractured rock starts at 1.3m progressing to more solid rock so I don't really want to go past 1.5m to keep costs down. The client has a very tight budget. The 2.75x2.75x0.75m size is only due to uplift. So what I'm asking: Is there a construction...
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