BARRIER CABLE
S TAT E - O F - T H E - A R T P R O D U C T S . E N G I N E E R E D S O L U T I O N S
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BARRIER CABLE
SOLUTIONS
STRUCTURAL TECHNOLOGIES offers efficient solutions for your vehicular and pedestrian barrier needs
INDUSTRY-LEADING SUPPORT SERVICES
Barrier Cable Services
STRUCTURAL TECHNOLOGIES, a Structural Group company, is the exclusive manufacturer of VSL® post-tensioning and construction systems in the United States. STRUCTURAL TECHNOLOGIES offers engineers and contractors a comprehensive range of barrier cable systems and design support services for vehicular and pedestrian barrier needs. Our systems are compliant with all International Building Code standards and feature galvanized 0.5” strands. STRUCTURAL TECHNOLOGIES offers a turnkey package including design, fabrication and installation. Advantages
• Furnish Strand & Components • Installation • Repair & Replacement
Barrier Cable Components • Post-Tensioning Strand • External Anchoring Devices • Plates & Wedge Sets
• Aesthetic alternatives to traditional systems • Less expensive than precast panels, traditional cast-in-place or concrete masonry barriers • Alternative replacement to traditional disposable safety cables
• Stressing Equipment • Fire Resistant Materials & Intumescent Fire Protection
DESIGN. SUPPLY. INSTALL.
Embedded Bare Anchor
• System Design
External Barrel Anchor
BARRIER CABLE SYSTEMS STRUCTURAL TECHNOLOGIES offers a variety of barrier cable systems, with the ability to package – system design, supply, and installation to fit the needs of each project. Our highly trained technicians are able to repair or replace strands. External Systems
Internal / Embedded Systems
No Stressing Access Systems
STRUCTURAL TECHNOLOGIES’ external barrier cables are typically installed post construction with T5 Barrel Anchor systems that are capped. The system typically consists of externally mounted posts or brackets.
STRUCTURAL TECHNOLOGIES’ internal/ embedded barrier cable system uses embedded anchors and sleeves. This system is installed during construction.
STRUCTURAL TECHNOLOGIES’ no stressing access systems use specialty barrier cable anchorages in scenarios where there is no adequate access for stressing the systems like shear wall locations and for repair conditions.
Applications • New Structures
Applications • New Structures
Applications • New Structures • Existing Structures
• Retrofit / Existing Structures Advantages • Can be Architecturally Enhanced
Advantages • Ease of Installation
Advantages
• Adaptable to As-built Conditions
• Economical
• No Backseating Force
• Aesthetics
POST-TENSIONING SOLUTIONS STRUCTURAL TECHNOLOGIES is the exclusive manufacturer of VSL post-tensioning and construction systems in the United States. VSL systems have a well-earned reputation for quality, reliability, and durability - and have been used throughout the world since 1956 to build, repair, and strengthen buildings, tanks, transportation and special structures. Our manufacturing facilities in the United States are certified by PTI’s Plant Certification Program to ensure the highest quality fabrication of materials and equipment. We work closely with our clients to consider all aspects of a project. Our Solution Building teams have the experience to assist engineers in selecting the proper products, providing design assist services as well as cost and constructability consulting to ensure the best possible solution.
About STRUCTURAL TECHNOLOGIES STRUCTURAL TECHNOLOGIES, a Structural Group Company, is firmly committed to its ongoing mission of making new and existing structures stronger and last longer. We develop and integrate products with engineering support services to provide our value-added solutions to designers, engineering professionals, contractors, and owners in the Commercial, Public, Industrial, and Power markets.
Corporate Headquarters 10150 Old Columbia Road • Columbia, MD 21046 • Phone: +1-410-859-6539 Manufacturing Centers: Dallas, TX • Houston, TX • Springfield, VA • Ft. Lauderdale, FL
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