Unfortunately the Client has been very adamant about the encasements for all bends 22.5 degrees and greater. We, the Consultant, tried to use typical restrained joints but they said no and if the Contractor proposes the change during construction they may accept it.
I agree with everyone that...
The client wants it encased where ever a bend of 22.5 degrees or greater is used.
Also, I talked with a few other engineers I work with and agree that my approach is okay because it will yield a more conservative restraint length.
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