Post-Tensioning Institute
Introduction The '''Post-Tensioning Institute''' (PTI) is an American nonprofit organization committed to advancing the quality, safety, efficiency, profitability, and use of post-tensioning systems. PTI's manuals and technical guides are designed to provide guidance on the design, construction, maintenance, and repair/rehabilitation of post-tensioned concrete structures. Additionally, PTI aims to ensure that specifiers and purchasers of post-tensioning materials receive products and services that meet a standard of quality through its plant and field personnel certification programs. Members of the Institute include major post-tensioning companies, as well as more than 500 professional members, engineers, architects, and contractors from around the globe.
History PTI was founded in . Members of the Institute include major post-tensioning materials fabricators, Material manufacturers for prestressing, and companies supplying materials, services, and equipment used in post-tensioned construction. Additionally, members include professional engineers, architects and contractors.
Technical committees The Technical Advisory Board reviews and oversees all technical activities of the Institute, including education and certification. * Barrier Cable* Bonded Tendon* Bridges* Building Design* Cable-Stayed Bridges* Grouting* Rock and Soil Anchors* Repair, Rehabilitation, and Strengthening* Slab-on-Ground* Unbonded Tendon
References * " Post-Tensioning Institute website", Post-Tensioning Institute.