Mechanical 

Splices 
For Reinforcement Bars
WHAT   IS   COUPLER 
Rebar couplers are used for
joining rebars with full tension
capacity. The ends of bars to be
joined are provided with Parallel
threads, and the bars are joined
using a coupler sleeve that
transfers the force on the rebar
across the connection.

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 USE OF COUPLER

• Rebar couplers are used in

reinforced concrete
structures to replace normal
Column
rebar lap joints.
• The couplers are also suitable
for use in reinforced concrete
Lapping Vs Splicing
columns and walls.

Beam

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Why coupler is use in reinforcement?
The coupler in reinforcement is used since it is
economical and cost efficient unlike the
lapping system, where some part of the bar is
wasted due to lapping. The rebar coupler is
particularly cost efficient for large diameter bars
in the big projects of construction and
construction of skyscrapers.

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 What are the benefits of using coupler in building?

• Rebar Coupler eliminate tedious lap calculations.

• Rebar Coupler are fast and easy to install and requires no specialized skilled
labour.
• Rebar couplers are cost effective by reducing labour costs and accelerating job
schedules.
• Dowel bar substitutes reduce labour on site, formwork costs and increase job site
safety
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 Tentative Savings by Use of Couplers
Assumptions:
• G+10 Building
• Steel to be used: 1500MT
• TMT Grade: FE550D
Calculations for min 50,000 Couplers used in 12 Months
Lap Length Savings
REBAR DIA WASTAGE Steel Rate/Kg Coupler Threading Connection Cost Qty Amount
SN @50D per connection
(mm) (mm) (kg) 60 (INR) 2 (1 Coupler+ 2 Threading) (INR/Pc) (Nos) (INR)

1 32 1600 10.11 ₹ 607 ₹ 153 ₹ 50 ₹ 203 ₹ 404 12,000 ₹ 48,42,058

2 25 1250 4.82 ₹ 289 ₹ 100 ₹ 45 ₹ 145 ₹ 144 18,000 ₹ 25,98,513

3 20 1000 2.47 ₹ 148 ₹ 69 ₹ 40 ₹ 109 ₹ 39 15,000 ₹ 5,81,972

4 16 800 1.26 ₹ 76 ₹ 41 ₹ 29 ₹ 69 ₹7 5,000 ₹ 33,539

savings By Coupler System ₹ 80,56,083
Cost of labours @ 500/- Per Head X 02 Nos for 12 Months ₹ -3,60,000
Testing, Rack & PCC Expenses ₹ -1,00,000
Saving of wastage steel @minimum 3% of 1500MT 27,00,000
GROSS SAVINGS ₹ 1,02,96,083
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What is coupler in steel?
Mechanical Couplers are the cylindrical element that connects the
two rotating edges of reinforcement bars, also known as an
alternative to lapping rebars. The grade of the coupler should be
equivalent or higher to the reinforcement bars which ensures the
maximum transmission of the load stresses from one bar to another.

Can we use coupler in beam?

Further, when the couplers are installed at the site, they are staggered to
avoid any weak joints. These couplers can be used for beams, slabs,
columns, shear links, etc.

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Codes for reinforcement couplers?
This standard covers the requirements and tests applicable to
reinforcement couplers to be used in reinforced concrete
constructions for mechanical splicing of bars conforming to:

• IS 16172 • DN 1045
• IS 1786 • ACI 318
• Eurocode-2 • IBC

• BS 8110 • ASME Sec III Div-2

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 Test Procedures & Reports
We follow IS 16172 & ACI 318 Codes

Samples Tested Under

Tested samples after Static Tensile Test
collected from UTM
site

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 Test Reports

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 Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better coupling or lapping or welding?
So, from the above comparison, we can see rebar
couplers or mechanical splices are far better than
lapping or welding. We can use it in any construction
effectively.

Which bar should be Joggled in coupler joint?

On the construction site, always the top bar of the
column is joggled for the lapping purpose.

Is rebar threaded?
Bars are being threaded at site with the help of our
machine set installed at site.
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Installation Guide
Synviro’s Reinforcing Bar Couplers
SYN-Couplers are designed to join two reinforcing bars of the same size. They can be assembled in the
same concrete pour or in separate concrete pours with the assistance of nailing plates and small
polystyrene block-outs

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On‐Site Setup
Three machines will be installed at site as per below operations

Cold Forging Machine Rebar Parallel Thread Machine

Cutting/Slitting Machine
(optional)

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Installation of Coupler
The system contains one Coupler and two reinforcing bars with threads.
The bar is typically supplied with the coupler already installed. In this case, begin with step 2.

Tighten the joint on the continuation bar.

After tightening there should be no more
Position and rotate the than 2-4mm of thread exposed, depending
continuation bar in the on the diameter of the rebar and type of
Screw the coupler to the rear coupler. threading.
of the thread on the fixed bar
and lock tight. The bar end
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Installation of Position Coupler system in Two Stage
Construction
Screw the coupler onto the
fixed bar and ensure the
plastic cap is installed.
Place the bar in position
with the coupler flush with
the formwork and securely
tie to the surrounding
reinforcement.
Remove the formwork and
plastic cap. Position and
rotate the continuation bar
into the coupler.
Tighten the joint using a
wrench on the continuation bar.
After tightening there should be
no more than 2-4mm of thread
exposed, depending on the
diameter of the rebar.
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 Under execution Projects in INDORE

BCM ZODIAC, NIPANIA Brilliant Platina 
Client: Brilliant Estates Ltd.
Client: BCM Group
Contractor: Brilliant
Contractor: Velour Nirman
Sanchi Dairy Project Consultant: Skeleton
Consultant: A&J Consultants
Client: HMT Ltd
Contractor: Eco Build
Consultant: Skeleton

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Thank You
Synviro Solutions Pvt Ltd
+91 8800934770
Inf@synviro.in
www.synviro.in

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