What is reinforcement cage?

Reinforcing cages provide the structure with stiffness, allowing withstanding tension, bending, torque loads. Reinforcing cages are irreplaceable during production of reinforced concrete plates, reinforced walls, road building and in many other situations.

How far should rebar be off the ground?

Reinforcement should also be placed low enough so saw cutting does not cut the reinforcement. For welded wire reinforcement, the Wire Reinforcement Institute recommends steel placement 2 inches below the surface or within the upper third of the slab thickness, whichever is closer to the surface.

Where is rebar used in construction?

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Rebar (short for reinforcing bar), known when massed as reinforcing steel or reinforcement steel, is a steel bar or mesh of steel wires used as a tension device in reinforced concrete and reinforced masonry structures to strengthen and aid the concrete under tension.

Do you need rebar in concrete piers?

We usually recommend that a minimum of two pieces of #4 rebar be placed vertically in an 8-inch-diameter concrete pier supporting a structure. The rebar provides the tensile strength needed to resist lateral stresses that can be applied to a concrete pier by ground movement, freeze cycles, and wind loads.

What is pile cage?

Pile cages are typically used with medium to large slabs , piers and bridge construction. The main configurations for pile cages are round-shaped with the core reinforcing bars contained with a spiral/hoop ligature. They are usually supplied in 12 metre lengths but smaller and larger lengths are available.

How is pile reinforcement calculated?

Total Cutting Length for Vertical Reinforcement = Anchorage Length at the bottom of the pile + the height of the pile + development length (40d) + Lap length (50d) – clear cover provided at the bottom.

How is rebar used in construction?

Rebar is a steel bar that is used in concrete construction. By adding these reinforcing steel bars, you’re creating reinforced concrete. Whether your project includes floor slabs, walls or posts, rebar helps keep cracks that form from making the project fall apart. It also provides structural strength to the project.

Which is the largest rebar fabrication shop in the Carolinas?

JMS Rebar is the largest independently owned rebar fabrication shop in the Carolinas. Our experienced sales team, detailers and fabricators work together with contractors to determine the most cost effective solution for each project.

What kind of rebar do I use on my shears?

We also work with straight rebar (typically 40 ft. 60-grade) on manual benders and automated shears. Meeting ASTM specifications, our rebar grades are available in varying yield strength, bend test requirements, and composition.

What kind of machine do I need to make rebar?

Most locations offer precise state-of-the-art spool-fed rebar fabrication machines that quickly process large orders, minimize waste and save money. We also work with straight rebar (typically 40 ft. 60-grade) on manual benders and automated shears.