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Concrete Pour Rate

Maximum Concrete Pressure

664lbs/Sq Ft
Temperature 70oF
Maximum Pour Rate 4 Ft/hour
Design Safety Factor 1.5
 
Suggested Pump Mix Design for 2 1/2” Hose
3/8” Gravel 1380
Fine Sand: 1680
Portland Cement: 700
Water: 30
Aer: 6%
Test Values
Average Ultimate
Tension 42.5 lbs/in2
Shear 29.3 lbs/in2
Flexural 59.3 lbs/in2
Compression 28.7 lbs/in2
Form Ties 3160 lbs/in2
Horizontal Tie Spacing 8” o.c.
Vertical Tie Spacing 12’ o.c.
Steel Bracing/Strongbacks
Rec Spacing - One Side Only
8’ o.c. Max
Steel Waler
Rec Spacing - One Side Only
4’ o.c. or as
required
Note: The Design permits an upper limit of 10% compressio0n deformation at full design load.
Note: Waler & Strongbacks are for straightness and alignment. The wall system is self contained and additional form ties are not required