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500PLUS REIDBAR Construction Systems

500PLUS REIDBAR Specifications
Anchorage of 500PLUS REIDBAR in Concrete
500PLUS REIDBAR Constuction Systems
Common Questions and Answers
Typical 500PLUS REIDBAR Details
500PLUS REIDBAR Swift-Floors
Reidscreed System
500PLUS REIDBAR Rock and Soil Anchors
Transfer of Anchor Loads into the Ground.
Anchorage into Rock and Soils with Resins

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Installation of Resin Anchors

Rock Anchorage with 500PLUS REIDBAR
Expansion Anchors
Mechanical Soil Anchors
Anchoring 500PLUS REIDBAR into
Existing Concrete
500PLUS REIDBAR for Wind Wracing
500PLUS REIDBAR for Tie-down Bars

500PLUS REIDBAR Systems are

Revolutionising Construction!
OneSteel Reinforcing and Reid Construction Systems have
joined forces to market 500PLUS REIDBAR, a steel
reinforcement coupling system. The 500PLUS REIDBAR
concept enables reinforcing bars to be cut and joined together
at any point like a piping system, simplifying steelfixing and
increasing productivity.
The system is particularly effective when used in areas with a
high reinforcement content, such as column/beam intersections.

Construction
Systems
An ideal bar could be used in straight lengths: eliminating bends and simplifying transport and
handling.
can be joined easily at any point end to end.
develops its ultimate tensile strength with minimum development lengths
conforms to recognised industry Standards
is readily available at economical prices.
An ideal 500PLUS REIDBAR may be spliced!
at any time,
in any position,
on every job site across the country
without special equipment
without special training
without special processes
for an overall cost which is competitive with lap splicing.

500PLUS REIDBAR! Is the ideal rebar. It is a hot rolled, threaded reinforcing bar which is easily
joined at any point.
The System! Comprises a full range of bars and threaded fittings for joining and terminating
500PLUS REIDBAR, which simplify the detailing and fixing of rebar.

The extent of engineering and materials technology and specifications are constantly
changing. To the best of our knowledge the information presented in this manual was correct
at the time of printing, however we reserve the right to change specifications without notice. If
specifications are critical to your project please check with OneSteel Reinforcing or Reid
Construction Systems.

Specifications
Specifications of 500PLUS REIDBAR.

Table 1.

CODE

Nominal
Area

mm2
RB12
RBA16
RBA20
RB25
RB32

MPa
113
201
314
491
804

Yield Stress*
Rek.l

Yield Load*

kN
500
500
500
500
500

Ultimate Load*
Rm / Re =1.08

kN
56.5
100.5
157.0
245.5
402.0

Shear Load*
0.62Rm

kN
61.0
108.5
169.6
265.1
434.2

Component
Design
Breaking Load

kN
37.8
67.3
105.1
164.4
269.2

90.4
161.0
251.4
392.8
643.4

*Characteristic value (Note Characteristic Values are as defined in new draft standard for reinforcing steel. They represent at probability of
95% that 95% of the strength values are above the characteristic values listed above.

500PLUS REIDBAR Features

TYPICAL CHARACTERISTICS

500PLUS REIDBAR are hot rolled,

TEMPCORE, high strength, fully weldable

500PLUS REIDBAR 500 MPa

rebars with a continuous right hand thread.

500PLUS REIDBAR satisfies the requirements
for reinforcing bars complying with AS1302
(currently under revision). During 2000 it is
proposed that the yield strength of rebars in
the replacement capital standard will increase
to 500MPa. In anticipation of this change
500PLUS REIDBAR is manufactured to meet
the current requirements of Australian capital
standards but with the tensile properties raised
to the proposed new value.
The rugged threads permit rapid coupling and resist damage. 500PLUS REIDBAR is part of a
system using complementary fittings to simplify reinforcement detailing (nuts, threaded inserts,
couplers, grout splices, anchorage plates etc).
A construction system fittings develop the breaking strength of 500PLUS REIDBAR, with
the exception of locknuts.

500PLUS REIDBAR Benefits

High strength bars which can be substituted for ordinary rebars in all designs.

Economical to splice at any point along the bar without specialised splicing equipment.

Offcuts have many other uses, reducing wastage.

Slip free joints and anchorages.

Short splice lengths. Splices do not have to be staggered. Reduces bar congestion problems; laps, cogs,
eliminated in heavily reinforced areas. Easily assembled within congested areas of reinforcement. Easy splicing of
full length bars to precast units and sections of in situ concrete eliminates starter bars and holes drilled in
formwork and shutters.

Ultimate strength development is possible with short embedment depths.

Improved structural integrity. Ductility can be guaranteed at all column/beam/slab joints.

Slip around conventional rebar hooks and bends reduces strength development and produces unacceptable
movements and unexpected load transfer to other structural members. 500PLUS REIDBAR systems solve these
problems with slip free anchorage.

TEMPCORE is a registered trademark used exclusively by OneSteel.

REIDBAR is a registered trademark used exclusively by OneSteel.

Anchorage in Concrete
Hooked or bent (cogged) rebars require an embedment depth of approximately 15 bar
diameters if they are to meet concrete design standards and are going to be fully effective as
flexural reinforcement.
This is often not possible in thin structural panels.
Detail 1a

Detail 1
Ldh
Ldh = approx 15db

Ldh<15db
Standard 90 or
180 hook

Standard 90 or 180 hook

Common starter detail in a thin panel

where embedment lengths may not
meet code requirements.

500PLUS REIDBAR inserts and footplates overcome the under strength and slip deflection
problems caused by using bent bars, which have insufficient embedment.

Anchorage of 500PLUS REIDBAR into concrete is efficient and simple.

500PLUS REIDBAR is easily anchored using headed reinforcement principles (refer to the
REID STUDRAIL Design Guide for details) by screwing on foot plates or threaded inserts. The
anchoring foot is embedded with sufficient depth to develop the strength of the bar (see table
2 and typical details 2, 4, 5, 13, 19 & 20).

Typical cantilevered footing detail

Detail 2
120mm or 150mm Tilt Panel

RB12 anchored with foot plate

in order to develop full panel
cantilever at floor level.
(Typically RB12 at 300 centres
extending 3m up panel)

600 x 300 footing with four

D12 longitudinal rebar and
R10 stirrups at 600 centres

RB12 starter bar screwed into

RB12TI insert, typically at 300
centres

2FA170 foot
anchor puddled
into footing at
2m centres.

Anchorage in Concrete
Minimum embedment depths for threaded inserts & footplate to develop the yield strength or ultimate
limit state load capacity of 500PLUS REIDBAR in concrete of fc=25MPa and fc=30MPa.
CODE
Characteristic
L1 Depth to
L1 Depth to
Characteristic
L2 Depth to L2 Depth to
Develop Yield
Develop Yield
Ultimate Load
Develop
Develop
Load fc=25MPa Load fc=30MPa Rm / Re=1.08
Ultimate Load Ultimate Load
fc=25MPa
fc=30MPa

Table 2.

RB12
RBA16
RBA20
RB25
RB32

kN
56.5
100.5
157.0
245.5
402.0

mm
81
119
160
216
300

mm
76
112
151
203
282

kN
61.0
108.5
169.6
265.1
434.2

mm
85
125
169
227
315

mm
80
118
159
214
297

Note 1: The adoption of embedment depth L2 will ensure that the failure mechanism will be ductile rather than by brittle shear cone pullout.
Note 2: Embedment are calculated by AC1 318 Concrete Capacity Design equation, Technical paper 92-S35 May June 1995.

P=15.5 * L1.5 * fc0.5

where: P
L
=
fc
=

=
pullout force
embedment depth
Concrete compressive strength

N
mm
MPa

Depth, Edge and Centre Distance Effects

*
*

*
*

The design strength of concrete anchoring systems is dependent on many factors.

The five most critical are:
1. The compressive strength of the concrete.
2. The depth of embedment of the anchor foot.
500PLUS REIDBAR threaded inserts and footplates will develop the full ultimate breaking
strength of 500PLUS REIDBAR when placed at the embedment depth L2 shown in table 2. At
shallower depths the full breaking strength may not be reached and designers should apply the
following reduction factors to ascertain they have sufficient design strength.
Reduction factors for reduced depths. To be applied to yield and ultimate strength loads in table 2.
Depth
1L
0.9L
0.8L
0.7L
0.6L
Tensile reduction factor 1.0
0.85
0.71
0.59
0.46
3. The shape of the anchor foot.
500PLUS REIDBAR threaded inserts and footplates provide a fully effective anchorage unlike a
hooked bar with the same embedment depth.
4. The proximity to other anchors.
500PLUS REIDBAR threaded inserts and footplates will develop the full load capacity of the
500PLUS REIDBAR when placed at centres 6 times the minimum embedment L2 shown in table 2.
At closer spacing the full breaking strength of the bar may not be reached.
For example RB12 bars screwed into RB12TI (threaded inserts) at 300 centres in 25MPa concrete
will still develop the characteristic yield strength (500MPa) of the bar but are unlikely to develop
the full breaking strength of the bar before concrete rupture.
(Bent bars at these centres and embedment depths can be expected to provide significantly less
capacity).
Reduction factors for reduced bar centres to be applied to yield and ultimate strength loads in table 2.
Bar centres
6L
5L
4L
3L
2L
Tensile reduction factor 1.0
0.966
0.866
0.707
0.500
This table applies to a single row of starters. If another row is required within 6L from this row,
refer application to OneSteel Reinforcing Products or Reid Construction Systems.
5. Proximity to edges.
500PLUS REIDBAR threaded inserts and footplates will develop the full load capacity of
500PLUS REIDBAR when placed at least 3 times the minimum embedment (Lmm) from the edge
of a concrete component. Closer distances to edges will lead to the following reductions in
tensile capacity.
Reduction factor for reduced edge distances. To be applied to yield and ultimate strength loads in
table 2.
Distance to edge
3L
2L
1L
0.5L
Tensile reduction factor 1.0
0.931
0.710
0.509
FOR COMBINATION OF FACTORS SIMPLY MULTIPLY TOGETHER.

Construction Systems
500PLUS REIDBAR Coupler
Bar
Overall
Hex Thread
Size Length Length Depth
RB12C
90
30
43
RBA16C 102
33
47
RBA20C 116
2x20
60
RB25C
162
50
78
RB32C
210
50
102

Code - RB C

OD

WT
kg
0.23
0.31
0.46
1.16
2.30

22
30
33
43
55

500PLUS REIDBAR Nuts

Bar
Size
RB12
RBA16
RBA20
RB25
RB32

Lock Nuts *
Code Length
RB12LN
RB16LN
RB20LN
RB25LN
RB32LN

20
24
25
32
40

Code - RB LN

Nut **
Code Length
RB12N
RB16N
RB20N
RB25N
RB32N

28
33
35
45
57

Torque Nut*****
***
Code Length

Use
Use
Use
Use

RB12TN
RBA16FP
RBA20FP
RB25FP
RB32FP

40
51
65
70
95

REIDBAR Locknuts are designed to load the threads and prevent accidental loosening through vibration.
* 500PLUS
500PLUS REIDBAR nuts are designed to develop the minimum breaking strength of the bar (1.15 Re).
** 500PLUS REIDBAR Torque Nuts and Foot Plates are designed to exceed the maximum breaking strength of the bar (1.4Re).
***

500PLUS REIDBAR Foot Plate

Bar
Overall
Size Length
RB12FP
40
RBA16FP 51
RBA20FP 65
RB25FP
70
RB32FP
95

Foot
OD
38
50
64
80
101

OD
22
30
35
43
55

Code - RB FP

WT
kg
0.11
0.22
0.34
0.60
1.27

The flange nut / foot plate is free running. If used as a foot plate the thread must be
stopped at the flange end or the nut screwed against an end stop to minimise slip.
The flange nut may be used where a torque nut is required for sizes larger than RB12.

500PLUS REIDBAR Threaded Insert

Bar
Overall Thread
Size Length Depth
RB12TI
90
43
RBA16TI 118
47
RBA20TI 147
60
RB25TI
191
78

OD
22
30
35
43

WT
kg
0.22
0.45
0.68
1.29

Code - RB TI

Construction Systems
500PLUS REIDBAR Grout Sleeve
Bar
Overall
Size Length
RB12GS 190
RBA16GS 240
RBA20GS 290
RB25GS 360
RB32GS 385

Max
OD
40
50
60
70
75

Thread Embed
Depth Depth
43
120
48
160
60
200
78
250
102
265

Enquire about setting equipment

Continuing development may alter product

dimensions. Check with RCS if critical to your
application.

Commonly used accessories are available.

These include Plastic Nail Plates, and Bearer
Plates.

Code - RB GS

WT
kg
N/A
1.36
2.27
3.67
4.4
Light type indicates
non-availability at time of printing.

Common Questions and Answers

Q
A

What is the best way of cutting 500PLUS REIDBAR before joining?

With an abrasive cutoff wheel. Sheared ends can sometimes present problems if the cutting tools
are worn or an excessive burr is present. RB12 can normally be prepared by trimming the ends with
a bolt cutter. Oxy acetylene cutting is a simple and quick way of cutting large bars.

Q
A

What end treatment is required before coupling

If difficulty is encountered because of burring or distortion of the end during cutting or shearing
then a light dressing with an angle grinder to remove the damage is all that is required. 12mm
500PLUS REIDBAR can be easily cut with bolt cutters and in most cases dont require further end
treatment for jointing. Larger bars are easily cut on site using a cutting torch. Note: Starting the cut
on the ridge of a 500PLUS REIDBAR thread minimises heat input.

Q
A

Is tightening torque critical in the performance of 500PLUS REIDBAR components?

Provided the bar is screwed tightly against the centre stop, or fully through the component,
whichever is appropriate, the full breaking strength of the bar will be developed. We recommend
using a 300mm wrench to ensure the bar is fully engaged.

Q
A1

Under what circumstances would locknuts be required?

For most splicing and anchoring applications the primary fittings
(connectors, foot plates, inserts, grout sleeves) may be used
without additional nuts or lock nuts. Tests have demonstrated code
compliance to meet the seismic requirement of clause 7. 5. 1. 3 of
NZS 3101:1995 when the components are tested whilst embedded
in concrete. In order to satisfy the code, the spliced bar must not
deflect more than 1.1 times the deflection for an equivalent gauge
length of plain bar. Standard 500PLUS REIDBAR splices without
locknuts met the requirement. (A diagram of the test rig is shown in
detail 3). Locknuts are not required with Grout Sleeves.
Nuts, flange nuts and torque nuts
These are used for all designs where the nut is required to develop
the full breaking strength of the bar e.g. terminations for rock bolts,
ground anchors, hold-down bolts, tensioning applications etc.
Locknuts (thin nuts)
These are not designed to develop the full bar strength and are
used together with a primary fitting to prevent loosening if severe
vibration is expected.

A2
A3

Detail 3

Gauge
length
(345mm)

125 API
linepipe x
250 long

Cyclic loading
+ 0.95fy -0.95fy
Deflections measured at less
than 1.1 times the gauge length
of an equivalent length of bar.

A4

In critical applications (in plastic hinge zones) additional nuts may

be required to fully transfer load reversals under seismic events. In
this case full strength nuts or torque nuts are used.

Q
A

What testing has been done for 500PLUS REIDBAR?

During the development of 500PLUS REIDBAR extensive tests have been conducted by RCS,
OneSteel and an independent accredited testing laboratory to ensure that the bars and
components comply with all applicable codes. Tests have included cyclic tension load tests, pullout
tests to check embedment anchorage, slip tests, etc. Contact your local OneSteel RP or RCS Site
for copies of tests concerning your application.

Q
A

Bending and rebending

500PLUS REIDBAR are highly ductile. 500PLUS REIDBAR can be cold bent and rebent around the
minimum former diameters specified in AS1302 without fracture.
While TEMPCORE bars have exceptional bendability, it is preferable to avoid rebending if

Diagram of test arrangement

possible. When steel is bent it strain hardens and loses some of its ductility. Bending and
rebending accelerates the loss of ductility.
It is important that reinforcing steel used in concrete structures remains ductile. This is vital when
the structure could be subjected to seismic loads. The importance of the retention of steel ductility
has been highlighted by recent failures of concrete structures under seismic loads in California,
Kobe and Newcastle.
A very common detail uses bent bars as starters for moment connections. The 500PLUS REIDBAR
system can solve structural connection problems often encountered in thin sections or joints with
thin panels. Refer detail 1a and 2 page 4.

Common Questions and Answers

Q
A

Can 500PLUS REIDBAR be hot dip galvanised without loss of properties?

Q
A

How do I connect one precast concrete element to another using 500PLUS REIDBAR?

Yes. 500PLUS REIDBAR is a TEMPCORE bar with stable properties and low silicon content.
This ensures a sound coating with better finish and durability.
(Note: Heavy coatings of galvanising on 500PLUS REIDBAR may prevent components being
fitted. Refer all galvanising applications to RCS or OneSteel Reinforcing).

Easily with the 500PLUS REIDBAR grout sleeve. A 500PLUS REIDBAR grout sleeve is cast into
the top of the lower element and a coupler into the bottom of the upper element. This eliminates
the need for any starter bars protruding from the precast elements and which are liable to damage
and to be bent which makes erection difficult. Immediately prior to final placing a starter bar of the
correct length is screwed into the coupler and a special non-shrink grout is poured into the grout
sleeve cup. The units are then brought together into the final position, levelled and propped.
Note: this pre-grout method avoids the necessity for casting-in grout tubes and the need for a
separate grouting operation. (See typical details 14 and 15).

are the minimum cover requirements for 500PLUS REIDBAR and 500PLUS REIDBAR
Q What
components.
A1 500PLUS REIDBAR AS3600 code requirements must be observed.
A2

Components The main factors to be considered are Fire and Corrosion. Sufficient protection for
the components should be specified by the designer according to the fire, corrosion and other
serviceability requirements of the application, taking into consideration the relevant codes and the
following notes which provide a guide for designers.
Fire

The temperature of the steel reinforcing is affected by the cover of concrete over
the full extent of the embedded bar. The temperature is averaged over the steel
by conduction along its length which acts to quickly dissipate any localised
temperature variations. A minor reduction in the cover in a very localised area (e.g.
at a coupler) would therefore not lead to any significant increase in steel
temperature and no reduction in strength.

Corrosion

(1) 12mm (RB12 series) 500PLUS REIDBAR components are made from normal
steels and require the same cover as the bar itself unless galvanised or otherwise
protected.
(2) 500PLUS REIDBAR components in sizes larger than RB12 are manufactured from
specially alloyed, high strength, ductile iron. This corrodes at a much lower rate
than reinforcing steels and does not lead to the spalling and flaking problems
associated with the corrosion of steels in concrete. Cover to these components
can be reduced because of the good corrosion resistance. We would suggest
that cover be maintained to at least 50% of code requirements for reinforcing
steel.

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Typical Details
4. Domestic
Basement
Wall

RB12LN
DPC

Timber
bottom
plate

HD PVC tube around

bar if wanting to
screw in verticals
after laying blocks

Typically RB12 at
600 centres
Cavity filled with
17.5 block mix
Header block
RB12NP to
support
threaded
insert
(until
concrete
cures)

RB12TI at 600 centres

5. Common
Retaining
Wall Footing

RB12LN
DPC
2~RB12 bars
RB12 at 600 centres (typical)

Cavity filled with 17.5 block mix

RB12NP to support threaded
insert (until concrete cures)
RB12TI at 600 centres

6. Strip Foundation
in Unstable Ground

Current pour

Previous pour
RB____C

RB____

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Typical Details
7. Connecting Prefab
Column Cages Before
Boxing

8. Pre-cast Column
Elements

RB___C
Group lower stirrups
until cages are
placed into position

Thread in prior to joining on

site. (alternatively, the
vertical bars could extend
through the column base
and into the grout sleeve,
provided this does not
cause handling problems).
Fill cups with
recommended grout
before placing

RB____GS
Fill cups with
recommended grout
before placing

RB___GS

Timber Liner

9. Threaded Insert to
Edge of Precast Panel

Fillet Strip
RB___TI

Plastic
plug

Steel
panel
mould

RB___NP
Screw or nail to timber liner or
directly to mould

Fillet Strip RB___C

10. Coupling to Edge

of Precast Panel

RB___

Steel
panel
mould

RB___NP
Screw through mould
into nail plate

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Typical Details
11. Grout Sleeve to
Edge of Precast Panel

RB___GS

Plastic plug
(Grout tubes
optional)

Steel
panel
mould
RB___GSP

RR___

12. Grout Sleeve to Edge

of Rebated Precast Panel

RB___GS

RB___

RIGID PVC TUBE

STEEL PANEL MOULD

RB___
RB___GSSET

13. Footplate Set Deep in

Edge of Precast Panel

Fillet strip
Steel panel mould
RB___WN

Used where anchorage depth varies from standard

Threaded Insert Length.

RB___

Rigid PVC tube

RB___FP

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Typical Details
14. Horizontal
Structural Joint for Two
Precast Panels

15. Horizontal
Structural Joint for
Rebated Precast Panels
RB___

Grout tubes

RB___

RB___C
Flood joint with
approved with grout
Flood joint with
approved grout
RB___
Screw start bars into coupling
before lowering into position
(Alternatively, vertical bars
could extend into the grout
sleeve, provided this does not
cause handling problems)

RB___

RB___GS
RB___

16. Seismic Floor/Wall Connection Detail

RB12 500PLUS REIDBAR
@ 600 Ctrs.
Anchored with RB12 Footplate

Attachment Hangers
2 per section SPS 20 Superplus Bolt
2FA170 Swiftlift Stud

Probable movement
when floor pulled
away from angle
support

25
DRILL 22

6mm FILLET
306

6mm
FILLET
RIGHT
ROUND

C
68

SECTION AA

SECTION BB

190

MESH OMITTED FROM THIS VIEW

PART SECTION CC
NOTE: THIS DETAIL COULD ALSO BE USED WITH FLAT SLABS AND TEE SECTIONS

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500PLUS REIDBAR Swift-Floors

500PLUS REIDBAR Swiftfloors are a
breakthrough in concrete floor
technology. Swiftfloors are posttensioned with 500PLUS REIDBAR
to compensate for concrete
shrinkage and minimise joints. The
technique has been used succefully
on slab-on-grade concrete floors
and industrial pavements.

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Introduction
Whilst it is not possible to entirely eliminate cracking in concrete floors and structures, active reinforcing using posttensioning minimises these problems. Traditional (passive) reinforcing methods using bars and mesh rely on the
concrete to crack before the reinforcing begins to work! Designers therefore directed their efforts to controlling the
position of cracks (by jointing, saw cutting, placement of crack inducers etc) and minimisation of the crack widths
by reinforcement density.
These measures are not entirely successful. Most floors suffer random cracking away from joints. The joints and
cracks themselves create durability and maintenance problems and poor floor performance.
Saw cuts are a problem for Tilt-up builders because of the unsightly lines of the saw cuts are imprinted on wall
panels cast on the floor slab. This is totally unacceptable for residential and high quality commercial developments
where finish excellence is mandatory.
Post tensioning in Swiftfloors is designed to overcome the internal concrete stresses which result from the
shrinkage of the concrete and the frictional resistance from the subgrade. These internal stresses lead to drying
shrinkage which is the principle cause of cracking. It is not always possible to completely eliminate other forms of
cracking (or indeed all shrinkage cracking) because cracking results from the interaction of many variables. These
include the floor design; subgrade quality, compaction and finishing; concrete chemistry, placing and finishing
quality; curing; ambient temperatures during and after placement; rate of shrinkage; degree of restraint leading to
curling; level of prestress retained etc.
Minor cracking of less than 0.8mm width and cracks which do not extend through the complete section do not
result in a loss of floor performance or durability in service because aggregate interlock is maintained.

Benefits for Normal Concrete Floor Slabs:

More durable floors with fewer joints
Eliminates saw cuts
Similar cost to conventionally reinforced floors

Easy to construct
Fewer dowelled construction joints and key joints
Produces flat, level floors when combined with
Reids patented Reid Screed system

Additional Advantages for Tilt-up Floor Slabs:

No saw cuts to fill in casting areas
Eliminates costs for remedial work on wall panels showing saw cut lines
Speeds construction as panel forming and pouring can be carried out concurrently with floor
stressing (24 hours after concrete pouring)
Floor slabs are more resistant and less likely to crack with crane outrigger loads

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Design of 500PLUS REIDBAR Swiftfloors
The Swiftfloor design principle uses a low level of post-tension, sufficient to overcome friction force
between the underside of the floor and the subgrade. A friction factor of 0.5 (achieved with two layers
of polythene DPC) has been adopted for most projects. The compression is sufficient to compensate
for shrinkage stresses but low enough to avoid edge blow-out difficulties when used with simple plate
anchorages.
Whilst Swiftfloor are post-tensioned they are not normally designed to bridge sub-grade weaknesses or
to support higher live loads. Standard Swiftfloors should be designed to support the same load as a
conventional concrete floor of the same thickness.
Conventional post-tensioning techniques which induce high compressive stresses in the concrete slab
(typically 1.5 MPa) can be designed to span poor subgrades and also overcome shrinkage problems
but the high forces require special techniques and additional edge reinforcement which makes these
floors expensive and not viable for the average commercial, industrial or residential floor.
For slabs 100-150mm thick, we recommend RB12 bars. These can be stressed to 95% of their
characteristic minimum yield using simple nuts and washers without edge blow-out problems.
The bars are laid in two directions with a maximum spacing of 1m to ensure uniform stress distribution
across the slab.
The maximum length of floor which can be stressed in one direction depends upon the floor thickness,
concrete density, friction on underside of slab, bar spacing and load in the bars.
Design principles
Swiftfloors have been sucessfully designed using a friction factor of f = 0.5 on underside of slab (2
layers of 250um polythene DPC on well compacted and leveled basecourse.
Note: higher values than 850 microstrain
Density of concrete
Wc = 24kN/m3
concrete shrinkage may be appropriate
Load in bar initial
= 53kN (95%fy)
in some climates. If so bar spacing in
Table A. should be reduced accordingly.
long term load (after 850 microstrain concrete shrinkage) = 34kN (60%fy)

The following is an example of a floor that has been recently built: A 48m x 60m slab 120mm thick was
constructed in a single pour with RB12@ 1.0m centres (2La) in the 48m direction and RB12@ 0.8m
centres (2La) in the 60m direction.
Note: 120mm thick floor slabs larger than 60m would require an infill pour as detailed below at mid slab.
16_102
COMPRESSION SEAL
IN 25mm x 12mm JOINT

5 METRE MAX.
CONVENTIONALLY REINFORCED INFILL STRIP
400

16_102
COMPRESSION SEAL
IN 25mm x 12mm JOINT

RB12 BAR WRAPPED IN

TAPE TO PREVENT BOND
WITH CONCRETE

150 THICK POST

TENSIONED SWIFT FLOOR
WITH RB12 @ 0.8 CENTRES

The following table has been calculated using these assumptions to provide the maximum stressing
lengths for RB12 bars in various slab thickness and at different bar spacings.
Table A.

Maximum stressing length for RB12 bars at given centres.

Maximum Stressing Length for RB12 (LA)

Floor Slab
Thickness

100mm
120mm
150mm
175mm
200mm

RB12@0.6m Centres

RB12@0.8m Centres

47m
39m
31m
27m
23m

35m
30m
23m
20m
18m

RB12@1m Centres

28m
24m
19m
16m
14m

*NOTE: The maximum stressing lengths (LA) shown in Table A. above can be increased by 78% if RBA16 bars stressed to 85Kn
(85% fy) are used in place of the RB12 bars at the centres specified.Care must be taken when using 500PLUS REIDBAR sizes
greater than 12mm that the higher post-tensioning loads do not cause any edge break-out problem.

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Typical Installation Guidelines for 500PLUS REIDBAR
that the post-tensioned area of the floor slab is isolated from all slab thickenings, footings,
1 Ensure
columns, pits etc. which would prevent the slab from sliding when stressed. Redesign where
appropriate using footings cast to the level of the compacted fill and isolated from the floor. Isolation
pours e.g. around columns should be circular where possible to minimise restraint cracking.

Compact the subgrade to a smooth finish. Consider using granular fill or fine aggregate which can
be compacted to a better flatness with less risk for disturbance during later placing operations.

Trim about 50mm from each end of the 500PLUS REIDBAR saw to remove the crop-end burrs. This
is best achieved using bolt cutters for smaller bars (not a shear) or an abrasive disk or friction saw.

4
5

Slide the appropriate conduit over each bar leaving approximately 120mm of 500PLUS REIDBAR
exposed at each end.

Place two layers of 200-250 micron polythene sheeting onto the smooth compacted hardfill over the
full slab area. Lay out the sheathed 500PLUS REIDBARS as close as possible to their final positions.

Starting on one side, pass the sheathed bars through the edge formwork leaving sufficient
protruding for subsequent stressing. The protruding length will be 150-400mm depending upon the
jacking method and equipment which should be determined with RCS before commencement.

Join the free end to the next sheathed bar by fitting a coupler and then passing a 400mm length of
large diameter conduit over the end. Screw the second bar into the coupler by rotating only the
second bar, holding the coupler to prevent it from turning!

Position the large sheath centrally over the coupler and securely tape each end of the large sheath
onto the main (smaller diameter) conduit to prevent ingress of concrete laitance.

Screw the appropriate 500PLUS REIDBAR fitting to the bar ends and tighten with a spanner or pipe
wrench. Tip: wet the end of the 500PLUS REIDBAR first - this lubricates it, making it easier to fit.

10

It is important when assembling long lengths of 500PLUS REIDBAR in this way not to rotate the
previously laid bar otherwise it could unscrew.

11

Pass the last bar through the formwork on the other side and leave sufficient protruding for
connection of the jack (see point 7 previous).

12

With all the bars securely coupled, wire tie the bars at every second intersection. Support on bar
chairs placed at every two metre centres.

13

Pour and finish the floor. As soon as the bleed water has left, apply a good quality membrane
curing agent e.g. Reid Seal & Tilt, an alkyd resin or chlorinated rubber material. It is essential to
apply curing agents on large slabs progressively working behind the finishing helicopters to minimise
the risk for plastic shrinkage cracking. The risk for plastic shrinkage cracking increases with high
temperatures and or winds, high water cement ratios in the concrete, thin slabs and long times
between finishing and application of the curing agent. We do not reccommend the use of PVA and
similar water soluble materials for curing. Plastic or steel fibres can provide additional resistance to
plastic shrinkage in difficult circumstances.

14

Experience has shown that if plastic shrinkage cracks occur, they will often close up after stressing.
This is a real advantage of the Swiftfloor over conventional floors. Both floors are equally prone to
plastic cracking but the cracks in normal floors only get wider and bigger because they provide sites
for large concrete shrinkage cracks.

15

Partial stressing (about 25% of the final stress) may be applied when the concrete has hardened
(fc=2MPa approx). This can be useful when severe conditions are encountered (high temperatures,
winds, etc) to arrest any plastic shrinkage crack propagation.

16

Ideally the full stress should be applied as soon as the concrete has sufficient strength to resist edge
compression failure at the anchorages. Experience has shown that under normal curing conditions,
structural grade slabs can be fully stressed after 24 hours when the concrete has reached a
compressive strength of approximately 7MPa.

17

Delay the pouring of infill strips, column blockouts, adjoining footings and structures etc which could
hang up the slab for as long as possible (two weeks preferably) to allow the slab to shrink freely
without early restraint. Infill strips and column blockouts must be permanently isolated from the
stressed slab area.

18

Whilst single tilt-up panels can be cast on floors successfully, avoid stack casting panels on tilt up
slabs immediately after pouring the floor. The additional mass of the stack acts as an anchor and
differential shrinkage between the slab and the panel stack can cause radial floor cracking which
may not be closed by the prestress after panel removal.

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The Following Typical Details Have Been Used with Success in
Swiftfloors
not to exceed LA
not to exceed LA
ie RB12 @ 1.2m ctrs (LA = 28m for 120 slab)

not to exceed LA

Adopting the principle that the

size of floor that can be poured
at any one time is limited to
twice the maximum stressing
length shown in Table A. on
previous page 20.

not to exceed LA

Diagram illustrates the area of

influence of an individual bar.

ie RB12 @ 0.8m ctrs (LA = 42m for 120 slab)

Central Splice Detail

DETAIL 1. 500PLUS REIDBAR Unsheathed Coupler RB12C

The unsheathed coupler
is only used in the
centre of large slabs
where the length of the
slab is greater than LA
and less than 2LA.

Sleeve with
15 Reid
conduit

Tape ends of tube to prevent ingress of concrete

DETAIL 2. 500PLUS REIDBAR Sheathed Coupler RB12C

The sheathed coupler is
for all immediate splices
and as a central coupler
when the length of slab
to be stressed is less
than LA.

Sleeve with
32 Reid conduit

CS50/65
barchair @ 2m centres

400mm
300mm

Tape ends of tube

to prevent ingress
of concrete

Use as central Coupler where L < La and for intermediate splices

EDGE DETAIL Cantilever Wall Type

EDGE DETAIL Exposed Edge

Nominal Block-out
dimensions

300mm

350mm

120mm

400mm

15 Polyethylene tube initially extends beyond

the boxing to protect the Reidbar from concrete.
Cut back after boxing is removed.

A Summary: How to Build the Ideal Floor:

500PLUS REIDBAR Swiftfloor active reinforcement to reduce
joints, saw cuts and shrinkage cracks
Well desiged slab without restraints, free to slide with posttension
Joints between the slab and other structural elements to isolate
areas of differential movement
Well compacted, smoothly finished subgrade with two layers of
DPC
High quality, low shrinkage concrete with a low water cement ratio

Careful placement, compaction and finishing

Strict attention to curing with high quality membrane forming
agents
Application of Swiftfloor stress as soon as possible
Time allowed for initial shrinkage prior to final finishing with
infill pours
Can be used with Reidscreed chair to produce the perfectly
level floor. (see page 23)

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Reidscreed System
Introduction
Swiftfloor and Reidscreed for Perfectly Level Floors.
Over recent years the design of special use
buildings and the development of high speed
materials handling equipment has led to an
increasing requirement for concrete floors that are
super flat.
The Swiftfloor system on its own improves the
durability of these floor slabs and removes the
need for saw cuts for shrinkage control.
When teamed up with the patented Reidscreed
system however it is possible to produce an
economical durable floor that is also perfectly flat.
The Reidscreed system utilises an adjustable heavy
duty disposable
screed support
chair using the
unique
Stair-Lok
adjustment
mechanism.

Features:

Can be used with conventionally reinforced

slabs or Swiftfloors.

Safe to use - designed not to puncture DPC

moisture barriers

Fast and easy to use

Economical, cost effective

Designed for use with 25 or 30mm re-usable

pipe screed rails

No special equipment required

Simple, accurate height adjustment from 115

to 167mm using 25 & 30mm pipe screed rails

Controls floor flatness and level to +/-2mm

Variable suface of the sub-base is acceptable

for conventionally reinforced floor slabs

The Stair-Lok maintains the set height when

using vibratory screed

Does not weaken the floor slab, will not corrode

Installation:
1. Measure the width of your screed. The rails are normally placed with approx. 100mm overhang per
side. e.g. for a screed of 4metre length, place the rails 3.8metres apart. The example below
assumes a 4 metre screed.
2. If the boxing is being used as a rail then place the row of R-S chairs at 3.8metres distance from the
boxing. On the second pour the screeded concrete of the first pour can be used instead of a rail.
An overhang of about 500mm of screed is used on the concrete side. Install the next row 3.5metres
from the edge of the last pour. R-S chairs are usually placed at intervals of approximately 1-1.5
metres to minimise the the rail deflection.
3. Insert the rails into the R-S chairs. Establish levels for the rails using a laser or string line. Hold the
rail up to the level with one hand on the cradle support of the R-S chair and turn the base to adjust
the height. When the correct height is found lock the R-S chair by pushing the lug into the StairLok. Best results are obtained by setting the rail at each end and then adjusting the R-S chair between
the ends.
4. Some builders prefer to set the base into concrete mortar to prevent movement during concrete pouring.
5. Check to ensure that the rail is stable with the screed placed upon it and that the deflections are within
the required tolerance. Add more R-S chairs if required.
6. Pour the concrete, screed and remove the rail. Finish the slab by floating in the normal way.

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500PLUS REIDBAR
Rock Anchors
500PLUS REIDBAR
Systems are ideal for
Rock and Soil
Anchoring
applications.
A range of chemical
and expansion
anchors enhance the
versatility of the
500PLUS REIDBAR
System.

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Rock and Soil Anchors

Introduction
500PLUS REIDBAR systems are ideal for rock and soil anchoring applications.
500PLUS REIDBAR has closely defined mechanical properties which
provides consistent performance under long term anchor loading.
Unlike strand tendons the solid 500PLUS REIDBAR anchors have no
constructional losses. 500PLUS REIDBAR are supplied in the hot
rolled condition which is effectively stress-free. The high ductility and
smooth, relatively flat rate of strain hardening of 500PLUS REIDBAR,
ensures a high margin of safety against tensile/shear overload in the
case of transverse movements in the rock or soil.
Rock and soil anchors must resist dynamic loads (e.g. traffic wheel
loads). Preloading of the 500PLUS REIDBAR anchors to the full
working load ensures that the load transmitted to the anchorage
medium (rock or soil) is constant. If this is done live loads are not
transmitted to the anchorage medium.

500PLUS REIDBAR Features

Rolled on coarse thread is insensitive to damage - an important factor on construction sites
Can be cut and spliced at any point along its length
Reliable mechanical properties and excellent ductility
Fully weldable

Benefits of 500PLUS REIDBAR Rock and Soil Anchors

Simple splicing and installation of anchorage components
May be tensioned, released and retensioned with ease
Simplicity in applying the prestress with jacks. torque wrenches or air operated tools
Recoverable anchors may be removed to simplify later excavations
The rigidity of the anchors makes them easy to install especially in overhead applications
High shear bond development. 500PLUS REIDBAR deformations are designed for shear interlock with
concrete. 500PLUS REIDBAR transmit the anchor forces efficiently to the grout body without additional
fittings.
Standard stock lengths may be stored and cut to suit the application.
Efficient resin mixing and bond interlock from the thread deformations
Offcut bars may be used for all standard concrete reinforcement applications in the
construction site whilst small pieces are ideal for formwork, starter bars or hangers in
underground works.

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Anchor Properties & Working Loads

Table 4.

Mechanical properties and working loads for grade 500PLUS REIDBAR.

CODE

Nominal Characteristic
Diameter Tensile Grade
Yield/Ultimate

Characteristic
Ultimate Load

Minimum
Yield Load

Suggetsed
Working Load

Safety Factor
on Minimum

Rm / Re=1.08

0.95 Rek.l
(475 MPa)

mm

MPa

kN

kN

kN

RB12

12

500/540

61.0

53.7

38.6

1.39

RBA16

16

500/540

108.5

95.5

68.7

1.39

RBA20

20

500/540

169.6

149.2

107.3

1.39

RB25

25

500/540

265.1

233.2

167.8

1.39

RB32

32

500/540

434.2

381.9

274.7

1.39

Yield Load

Transfer of Anchor Loads into the Ground

Anchorage with Cement Grout
Rock anchors have traditionally been grouted with cement grouts. Bond stresses of more than 3
MPa can be achieved between the cement grout and sound, crack-free rock in ideal conditions.
The load transfer mechanism between the grout and the rock is less certain in fissured rock and it
is advisable to consolidate and seal the cracked rock by pregrouting before installation of the the
500PLUS REIDBAR anchor. The following tables (Tables 5 & 6) give guide values for the load
transfer capacity of various broad classifications of non-cohesive and cohesive soils. A test anchor
should be made to reliably determine the load capacity. The following information is provided for
guidance only. A Geotechnical Engineer should be consulted to determine the appropriate design
Table 5.

A guide to working bond strengths between non-cohesive soils and cement grout.

Soil types
Sandy gravels

Medium coarse sands with gravel

Fine to medium sands

Table 6.

Condition

Bond Strength
MPa

Very dense
Dense
Medium dense
Very dense
Dense
Medium dense
Dense
Medium dense

0.38
0.30
0.20
0.25
0.20
0.17
0.19
0.11

A guide to working adhesive strengths between cohesive soils and cement grout.

Clay
Condition

Very soft
Soft
Medium
strength
Firm
Stiff
Hard

Field Test

Exudes between fingers

when squeezed in fist
Easily penetrated by thumb
Difficult to penetrate
with thumb
Easily indented with thumb nail
Readily indented with thumb nail
Difficult to indent with thumb nail

Unconfined
Compressive
Strength (qu)
kPa

Typical
Undrained
Shear Strength
(Cu) kPa

Working
** Working
*Strength
Strength
Adhesion
Short Term
(kPa)

Adhesion
Long Term
(kPa)

10
18

5
9

1
2

2
4

40
75
150
300

20
37
75
150

4
7
15
30

8
14
30
60

* Working strength short term based on 0.5Cu/2.5 as the drilling operation causes temporary remoulding of the clay at the edge of the bore hole.
** Working strength long term based on Cu/2.5

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In weaker soils anchor retention can be improved by double grouting

REIDS 4 TO 1 SOIL ANCHORS
FIRST GROUT NOM 10 bar.
THEN WATER FLUSH
CENTRE P.V.C. AND
LEAVE UNTIL PARTIALLY
CURED.

SECOND GROUT NOM 70 bar.

WHICH FRACTURES THE
FIRST GROUT AND
FORCES GROUT OUT
INTO THE
SURROUNDING
GROUND AT THE LOWER
END OF THE HOLE,
GREATLY IMPROVING
BOND STRENGTHS.
SUITABLE FOR USE EITHER
HORIZONTALLY OR VERTICALLY.
GREAT AS A MICRO PILE.

RCS STANDARD GROUTED ANCHOR

To position bar centrally in drilled holes a Bar Centraliser is used.
SUITABLE FOR USE
EITHER HORIZONTALLY
OR VERTICALLY.

NOM. 1.5 METRES

NOM. 0.5 METRES

THIS PRODUCT SUITS A

NOMINAL HOLE
DIAMETER OF 100mm.

Anchorage Into Rock and Soils with Resins

A more recent development for securing rock bolts, tie backs or rock dowels is to use resin to bond the
500PLUS REIDBAR over part or all of the 500PLUS REIDBAR length. Very fast installation can be
achieved using resin anchors.
Each bore hole must be cleaned out with air or water after drilling and before the resin cartridge is installed.
Table 7 shows the correct cartridge to be used for each 500PLUS REIDBAR size and bore hole diameter. Failure
to use the correct diameters may result in inadequate mixing of the two part resin and reduced final bond strength.
Optimum performance of the 500PLUS REIDBAR anchor is achieved when the applied preload from final
stressing exceeds the maximum applied working load of the anchor. In certain applications prestress is not
required and the anchors may be proof loaded to ensure integrity according to the design requirement.

Stressing of 500PLUS REIDBAR is simple with either:

1) a centre hole hydraulic jack or
2) a large torque wrench or air wrench.
The anchorage length can be determined from the following table according to the calculated anchor load
determined from site conditions and design requirements.

Table 7.

Bond lengths for 500PLUS REIDBAR resin anchors in mm. Bold lettering denotes sizes available at time of printing

CODE

Bore Hole
Diameter

Resin
Cartridge

90MPa
Granite

50MPa
Limestone

14MPa
Sandstone

5MPa
Mudstone

550
700
910
1175

850
1120
1500
1950

mm
RBA12
RBA16
RBA20
RB25
RB32

25
27
32
40

RS24G7330
RS24G7330
RS29G7450
RS36G7500

Not normally
225
250
300
400

applicable
300
375
450
575

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Table 8.

Number of resin cartridges per bore hole.

CODE

Bore Hole
Diameter

Resin
Cartridge

90MPa
Granite

50MPa
Limestone

14MPa
Sandstone

5MPa
Mudstone

2
2
2
2

3
3
3
3

mm
RBA12
RBA16
RBA20
RB25
RB32

25
27
32
40

RS24G7330
RS24G7330
RS29G7450
RS36G7500

Not normally
1
1
1
1

applicable
1
1
1
1

Note :The above resin usage does not include a waste allowance for over-drilling. Site trials should be
conducted to confirm resin requirements.

Installation of Resin Anchors

Drill and Clean Hole
Drill a hole with diameter in accordance with Table 7. For hole depths greater than 4.5 metres, it
may be necessary to drill a larger hole initially and reduce to the correct bore diameter in the deeper
region. Remove all debris from drilled hole. Flush clean with compressed air.

Insert Resin Cartridge

Insert the required number of resin cartridges into the hole and carefully push them to the end.
Plastic spacers are available to keep the 500PLUS REIDBAR central. If full resin encapsulation is required,
use
the Duo-speed cartridge system which has a fast setting resin at the leading end and slower setting
resin at the tail end which sets after pre-stress has been applied.

Insert Reidbar
Spin the 500PLUS REIDBAR anticlockwise
for right hand threaded bar and clockwise
for left hand threaded bar. Use an electric or
air drill spinning at a minimum 100 RPM.
With the bar spinning, push the bar through
the cartridges until the bar reaches the base
of the hole. Spin for a further ten (10)
seconds or shorter time if the torque on the
drill becomes excessive. The total spinning
time should not exceed twenty (20) seconds.

Assemble End Hardware

If the 500PLUS REIDBAR is not
perpendicular to the bearing face use
wedge washers to provide a uniform
bearing between the flange nut and the
bearer plate. (Detail 22).
For deflections up to 20 an alternative
arrangement using a special bearer plate
and cone washer is used. (Detail 23).
A bearer plate is not required when the
Flange Nut bears directly onto concrete with
a compressive strength greater than 25MPa.
A bearer plate must be used when bearing
onto low strength concrete, timber or
natural soil or rock.

Apply Pre-stress Load

Detail 22
RB___

Max 10

RB___FP
Reid taper washers
Reid Flat Base Plate

Detail 23
RB___
Max 20

RB___LN
A pre-stress or clamping load can be
applied to the anchor once the resin has
cured. Curing time varies according to
RB___CW
temperature and type of resin but total preRB___BP
stress can normally be applied after five (5)
minutes. Pre-stress is applied with a
hydraulic jack, torque wrench or air
wrench.
Tension/torque relationships for 500PLUS REIDBAR Anchors are not consistent due to the wide range of
variables there is no reliable relationship between the tightening torque and induced load for any threaded system.
Where tensions must be preset use a calibrated jack.

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Rock Anchorage with Expansion Anchors

These anchors are particularly useful in wet conditions where running water makes the placement
of cement or resin grouts difficult. They are also particularly useful as temporary rock anchors in
pilot tunnels, as the 500PLUS REIDBAR can be simply screwed out of the Expansion Anchor and
removed prior to subsequent excavation.

For rock bolts in hard, fissure free rock, 500PLUS REIDBAR Expansion Anchors can be used.

In hard rock the yield capacity of 500PLUS REIDBAR can be reached with Expansion Anchors.
Table 9.

Bore hole diameters. Hole diameters are critical for correct anchor performance.

Code

Bore Hole Diameter

Expansion Anchor

RBA16

40

RB16EA

RBA20

45

RB20EA

RB25

50

RB25EA

RB32

64

RB32EA

Installation
1

Screw the 500PLUS REIDBAR Expansion Anchor onto the end of the 500PLUS REIDBAR until the
bar end contacts the spring and starts to expand the shields.

With the expansion shields providing slight friction against the top & bottom of the bore hole wall,
carefully push the whole assembly to the bottom of the bore hole.

For deep bore holes special 500PLUS REIDBAR Threaded Couplers can be used to join shorter
lengths of 500PLUS REIDBAR as the assembly is being installed.

If cement grout protection is being provided, a plastic tube can be slid over the unbonded length
of 500PLUS REIDBAR and the gap between the bore hole wall and the plastic tube filled with grout.

Position the bearer plate, domed washer (if used) and flange nut and apply stressing load with
either:
A centre hole hydraulic jack.
A large torque wrench or air wrench.

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Mechanical Soil Anchorage Systems

There are many ways 500PLUS REIDBAR can be used in soft soils. One of the most popular and cost
effective methods is to use 500PLUS REIDBAR in conjunction with a proprietary soil anchor head.
The following system using Ancor-Loc Manta Ray heads is a fully engineered system that allows
anchors to be proof loaded to the required capacity. eg. Where an engineer requires a working load of
around 40kN, installers insert and set the anchor at a loading of 80kN to give a 2:1 safety factor.
Refer Proof Loading Chart - kN.
Greater loadings can be achieved with multiple anchors. (see grouted 500PLUS REIDBAR page 26)
ANCHOR TYPES FOR SPECIFIC SOILS
There are six Ancor-Loc Anchors to handle a wide range of soil types, from light to super
heavy duty holding capacitys. Refer holding capacity chart for loading capabilities.

MR-2 For dense hard silts and clays

MR-1 For average/normal soils

(clays/Firm sands/Dense Gravels)

MR-SR For loose/wet soils

(Fill swamp/marsh)

MR-3 For dense soils/hard silt and clays

MR-88 For dense hard silts and clays

MR-4 For clays/Firm sands/Dense Gravels)

Made from galvanised ductile iron they are driven with a removable drive steel and can be proof loaded to
your required loading capacity.

The anchors can be readily driven into most soil types without disturbing or displacement. In harder
ground a pilot hole may need to be augered but this does not affect the holding capacity.
The anchors are driven with conventional hydraulic/pneumatic equipment. Once driven to the
required depth, the 500PLUS REIDBAR attached to the anchor is pulled to rotate the anchor into
undisturbed soil - like a toggle bolt and actually compacts the soil around itself. The anchor is
pulled upon to reach the holding capacity required. This is measured by gauge and each anchor is
immediately proof loaded to the exact capacity required.
The following data courtesy of Ancor-Loc N.Z.

RECOMMENDED PROOF LOADING CHART - kN (Working Load is generally 50% of proof load)
Common Soil-Type
Description

Standard Penetration test

Blows/300mm (ASTM-D1586)

MR-88 with MR-4 with

MR-3 with
RB12 Reidbar RB12 Reidbar RBA16 Reidbar

MR-2 with
MR-1 with
MR-SR with
RBA20 Reidbar RBA20 Reidbar RBA20 Reidbar

kN

kN

kN

kN

kN

kN

N.A.

22
(1,3)

36
(1,3)

44
(1,3)

88
(1,3)

88
(1,3,5)

88
(1,3,5)

60 - 100+

22
(2,3)

36
(1,3)

44
(1,3)

88
(1,3)

88
(1,3,5)

88
(1,3,5)

45 - 60

22
(2,3)

36
(2,3)

44
(2,3)

79-88
(2,3)

88
(1,3,5)

88
(1,3,5)

35 - 50

18-22
(2,3)

24-36
(4)

44
(3)

66-79
(4)

88
(2,3)

88
(2,3,5)

24 - 40

13-18
(4)

20-24
(4)

44
(3,4)

53-66
(4)

79-88
(3,4)

88
(2,3)

14 - 25

9-13
(4)

15-20
(4)

31-40
(4)

40-53
(4)

66-88
(3,4)

79-88
(3,4)

7 - 14

7-11
(4)

11-18
(4)

22-36
(4)

31-44
(4)

44-66
(4)

62-79
(4)

Loose fine Sand;

Alluvium; Soft-Firm Clays
Varied Clays and Fill

4-8

4-7
(4,6)

7-11
(4,6)

13-22
(4,6)

22-36
(4,6)

37-53
(4,6)

40-62
(4,6)

Peat, Organic Silts;

Inundates Silts Fly Ash

0-5

0.9-4
(4,6)

1.3-7
(4,6)

3.5-13
(4,6)

9-22
(4,6)

13-37
(4,6)

18-53
(4,6)

Sound Hard Rock

Un-weathered
Very Dense and/or
Cemented Sands;
Course Gravel & Cobbles
Dense Fine Sand;
Very hard Silts
and Clays
Dense Clays, Sands
and Gravel; Hard Silts
and Clays
Medium Dense
Sandy Gravel; Very Stiff to
Hard Silts and Clays
Medium Dense Coarse &
Sandy Gravel; Stiff to Very
Stiff Silts and Clays
Loose to Medium, Dense
Fine to Coarse Sand, Firm
to Stiff Clays and Silts

LEGEND
1 = Drilled Hole Required to Install
2 = Instalation may be difficult, pilot hole may
be required

3 = Holding Capacity limited by structural rating

of Anchors
4 = Holding Capacity limited by soil failure

5 = Not recommended in these soils

6 = Wide variation in soil properties reduces prediction
accuracy. Pre-construction feild test recommended

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INSTALLATION
This is carried out on-site by certified installers using manual or mechanised methods depending
on site accessability and conditions. Contact RCS for further details on your nearest installer.

TYPICAL SET UP USING

500PLUS REIDBAR & Ancor-Loc
500PLUS REIDBAR and Ancor-Loc
offer the complete anchoring
system, using hot-dipped
galvanised, epoxy coated or
stainless steel components.

20 FSW
FLAT WASHER
RBA16/20
BAR
CENTRALISER

RBLN
LOCK NUT

RBC
COUPLER

500PLUS REIDBAR
RB12 RBA16 RBA20
refer chart for correct match
RBWN
WING NUT

RB20 - UNC8
Adaptor coupling
RBC
COUPLER

ANCOR-LOC MANTA RAY

ANCOR-LOC
EYE THIMBLE

RCBP
CONE WASHER & BEARER PLATE

A FULLY ENGINEERED SYSTEM

1. Thread 500PLUS REIDBAR

into coupling.

2. Insert drive steel into anchor.

3. Position anchor at proper

location and angle.

4. Drive anchor to proper depth.

5. Remove drive steel.

6. Use load locker to proof anchor

into load lock position.

INCREASED HOLDING USING GROUTED 500PLUS REIDBAR

Ancor-Loc Anchors can have their holding capacity increased, by first augering a hole, and after
positioning the anchor at the required depth and proof loading, grout can be pumped around the
500PLUS REIDBAR connecting rod, greatly increasing the holding capacity and adding to the
longevity of the total anchor.

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Anchoring into Existing Concrete

There are several methods available to anchor 500PLUS REIDBAR into rock, concrete or other
homogenous substrates. Starter bars are frequently located in critical stress zones and
consequently the following tables are based on the NZ 3101:1995 requirement that bars in these
zones develop the full breaking strength of the bar at the interface of the new and old concrete.
(This exceeds the less stringent requirements of AS3600 which suggests 1.1fy).
If starter bars are not in a critical stress zone, i.e. floor topping starters which will act
mainly in shear, the hole depths and amount of resins can be reduced.
As a general rule, RCS epoxy and polyester injection systems as well as standard glass phials
can be expected to develop a 14MPa adhesion between the resin plug and a good quality
30MPa concrete substrate. Hammer-in glass capsules can be expected to provide approximately
12MPa adhesion.
Expansive grouts will only provide an adhesion of approximately 3MPa and consequently require
deeper embedment depths or undercut holes if full breaking strength of the 500PLUS REIDBAR is
to be reached.
There are several
methods available to
anchor 500PLUS
REIDBAR into existing
stone or concrete:
Method 1 Using Selfix Capsules
Description
Selfix Capsules will
anchor 500PLUS
REIDBAR starter bars into
rock, concrete or other
homogeneous substrates.
The capsule contains a
measured volume of resin
with the correct quantity of activator. The two components are separately contained within a
sausage-like soft plastic, laminated skin. The resin component is the major part and the
activator is seen as a contrasting stripe along the length of the capsule.
Capsules are used by inserting the recommended capsule into a predrilled hole. The 500PLUS
REIDBAR starter bar is then mechanically rotated through the capsule. The 500PLUS REIDBAR
ruptures the skin and the rotation of the bar mixes the two components.
Directions for Use
1. Holes of the correct diameter and depth should be drilled using good quality drilling
equipment, e.g. RCS Multi-shank Carbide Drills.
2. Drilling debris and dust should be thoroughly cleaned from the hole using a suitable technique
such as the stiff nylon bottle brushes available from RCS. Compressed air or clean water is also
commonly used.
Table 10.

Selection chart.

Bar Size
RBA16
RBA20
RB25

Method 2 - Using Reid 'Hammer In' Capsules

Hole
Capsule
Capsules
Capsule *Rec Hole
Diameter Diameter
per Hole Length mm Depth mm
20
25
32

16
22
28

2
2
2

100
100
150

250
250
350

Set Time
5C

25C

6min
6min
6min

2min
2min
2min

*Recommended hole depths can be halved and capsule numbers reduced to one capsule per hole if starter bars
are located in non-critical stress zones.

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Anchoring into Existing Concrete

3. Once the hole is prepared insert the correct capsule (or capsules).
4. Attach the starter bar to a suitable anti-clockwise rotary drill by means of a RCS Spindapter
which is available from RCS. Commence rotating the bar progressively through the capsule until
the bottom of the hole is reached. Bar rotation should be between 150-250 revolutions per
minute. Once at the bottom of the hole continue to rotate the bar for a further two seconds.
Quickly detach the drill from the adapter and leave the resin to set.
5. Once the setting time of the capsule/s is elapsed bar connectors, plates or fixtures can be attached.
Method 2 Using RCS 'Hammer In'
Capsules
Description
RCS 'Hammer In' Capsules
will anchor 500PLUS
REIDBAR into rock,
concrete or other
homogeneous substrates.
Because of the unique
design of the glass
capsules the 500PLUS
REIDBAR can be simply
hammered into the drilled
hole in the substrate without
any spinning of the bar, eliminating the need for starter bars.
The glass capsule contains a measure of resin and hardener with the hardener arranged in such
a way that mixing will occur without the need to spin the bar.
Directions for Use
1. Holes of the correct diameter and depth should be drilled using good quality drilling
equipment, e.g. RCS Multi-shank Carbide Drills.
2. Drilling debris and dust should be thoroughly cleaned from the hole using a suitable technique
such as the stiff nylon bottle brushes available from RCS. Compressed air or clean water is also
commonly used.
3. Once the hole is prepared insert the correct capsule (or capsules).
4. Hammer the end of the 500PLUS REIDBAR through the glass capsule until the bar reaches the
bottom of the hole.
(Caution: Always wear safety glasses when using hammer-in capsules).
Table 11.

Capsule details.

500PLUS REIDBAR
Size
Diameter
RB12
RBA16

14
18

Hole
*Recom.
Hole Depth
220
280

Capsule
HIC12
HIC16

Number of Curing Time

Capsules
@ 20C
2
2

1 hour
1 hour

*Hole depths can be halved and a single Hammer In Capsule used where the 500PLUS REIDBARS are
located in non-critical stress zones.

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Anchoring into Existing Concrete

Method 3 Using RCS Chemical Injection Systems
Description
RCS offer a range of high
strength epoxy and
polyester chemical
injection systems which
will anchor 500PLUS
REIDBAR into rock,
concrete or other
homogeneous substrates.
All of these systems
utilize cartridges with
self-mixing nozzles that
automatically mix the
resins and hardeners as
the product is gunned into the drilled hole.
Directions for Use
1. Holes of the correct diameter and depth should be drilled using good quality drilling
equipment, e.g. RCS Multi-shank Carbide Drills.
2. Drilling debris and dust should be thoroughly cleaned from the hole using a suitable technique
such as the stiff nylon bottle brushes available from RCS. Compressed air or clean water is also
commonly used.
3. Once the hole is prepared insert the nozzle of the injection gun into the hole and inject the
resin into the base of the hole.
4. Push the 500PLUS REIDBAR through the mixed resin and hardener until the bar reaches the
bottom of the hole. Rotate the bar four times by hand in an anti-clockwise direction.

Table 12.

Resin details.

Size
RB12
RBA16
RBA20
RB25
RB32

Hole
Dia.
mm

*Recom.
Depth
Hole mm

14
18
25
30
38

130
180
200
260
340

Swiftchem 3+3
Curing Time
Approx
@ 20C
Holes
per Pack
1
1
1
1
1

hour
hour
hour
hour
hour

60
35
10
6
3

RIC 12 epoxy
Curing Time
Approx
@ 20C
Holes
per Pack
2
2
2
2
2

hours
hours
hours
hours
hours

100
55
15
10
5

RIC24 epoxy
Curing Time
Approx
@ 20C
Holes
per Pack
24
24
24
24
24

hours
hours
hours
hours
hours

*Hole depths can be reduced where the 500PLUS REIDBARS are located in non-critical stress zones.

100
55
15
10
5

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500PLUS REIDBAR for Wind

500PLUS REIDBAR is ideal for use as wind bracing in all types of building construction. Because
the bar is threaded along its full length it overcomes the problems of having to prefabricate
conventional tie bars and site weld anchorage cleats to close tolerances.
Example
A tilt-up building wall resits lateral wind/seismic loads by means of a cantilevered footing and an
in-plane truss at roof level.
Detail 24
Use RCS
Liebig anchors

Typical detail at rafter

connection

Detail 25

R=2kN/m

W=0.5kPa

R=2kN/m

Max load in diagonal tie = (24-6) x 152 + 62

15
= 19.4 kN
Use RB12 diagonal tension ties

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500PLUS REIDBAR for Tie-down Bars

500PLUS REIDBAR are ideal for tie-down bars for lightweight masonry, brick, steel framed,
timber framed or solid timber structures.
In extreme wind conditions such as Northern Australia or NZ Alpine regions, 12mm 500PLUS
REIDBAR (RB12) greatly simplifies compliance with building code requirements for cyclone tiedowns for all types of building construction.
Using 500PLUS REIDBAR designers can simply and economically provide a continuous tie from
the building footing to roof truss that can even be post tensioned to improve the structural
performance of the wall unit.
Post tensioning wall ties can provide many advantages.
Reduces flexural tensile stress in masonry walls.
Improves stiffness of wall diaphrams.
Reduces the likelihood of leakage due to shrinkage cracks in concrete or masonry.
Reduces deflections in structural elements.
Reduces thermal movement in solid timber construction systems.

Detail 26

L Bkt
Masonry

RB12TN
RB12 bar
RB12TI

Timber
framing

Solid
timber