We are adding openings to existing tilt wall panels. These are solid panels, 6 1/2" (was expecting 7 1/4") thickness with #5@12" vertical and #5@12" horizontal. We have analyzed the wall panel for out of plane and shear in which the existing reinforcing as is will suffice, no additional bars...
The slab area is really large in comparison to the equipment. The slab condition is really good. The geotech came back yesterday with site class b subgrade modulus of 250 pci in the existing slab area.
I have an existing 6" slab with #5 @ 12" OC. It is unknown whether or no the reinforcing extends through the joints. It was built in the 90's so its possible they used the old detail of extending 50% of the reinforcing through the joints. I am wondering how others are dealing with placing new...
