Meaning of post-tension | Babel Free

Definitions

To apply tension (to reinforcing tendons) after casting concrete.

Examples

“This minimum amount and location of post-tensioning force should be noted on the structural drawings.”

“Slab post-tensioned and/or reinforced with active pre-stress: These slabs are designed following the Post-Tension Institute's procedures using active prestress, which permits thinner slabs. They are reinforced with post-tensioning tendons and mild steel reinforcement”

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