This document provides the specification for prestressed concrete poles used in overhead power transmission and telecommunication lines. It outlines various definitions related to pole design loads and failure conditions. It specifies requirements for materials like cement, aggregates, prestressing steel, and concrete strength. It also describes design considerations such as minimum depth of planting, transverse strength, and load factors. The document outlines manufacturing requirements including placement of reinforcement, prestressing, curing, and earthing. It specifies tests to be conducted during and after manufacture along with sampling and inspection criteria.
This document provides specifications for reinforced concrete poles used for overhead power and telecommunication lines. It outlines materials, design requirements, manufacturing process, testing procedures, sampling, inspection and marking. Some key points:
- Concrete poles must be at least 6m long and maximum 9m, in 0.5m increments. Depth of planting depends on pole length, from 1.2m to 1.5m.
- Reinforcement bars and wires must meet specifications. Concrete minimum grade is M25.
- Poles are designed to withstand specified wind loads without failure. Transverse strength must be at least 1/4 of required strength in line direction.
- Manufacturing involves accurate reinforcement placement, proper cover
This document provides the requirements for immersion type concrete vibrators in India. It summarizes the key details of immersion vibrators including materials used, sizes, construction requirements, performance testing, and marking requirements. The document was revised in 1992 to incorporate modifications based on experience and to include provisions for pendulum type vibrators. It aims to provide guidance for both manufacturing and purchasing immersion vibrators to ensure satisfactory performance.
This document provides recommendations for welding cold-worked steel bars used for reinforced concrete construction according to Indian Standard IS 9417. It summarizes the key welding processes that can be used including flash butt welding, shielded metal arc welding, and gas pressure welding. For each process, it outlines preparation of the bars, selection of electrodes, welding procedures, and safety requirements. Diagrams are provided to illustrate edge preparation and sequences for multi-run butt welding and lap welding joints.
A111 99a(2014) standard specification for zinc-coated (galvanized) “iron” tel...Shakerqaidi
This document specifies requirements for zinc-coated iron telephone and telegraph line wire. It defines three classes (A, B, C) of zinc coatings with minimum weight requirements. The wire must meet standards for adherence, breaking strength, elongation, ductility, resistivity, size variations, workmanship and visual appearance. Sampling and testing procedures are provided to ensure specifications are met.
Is 4000 high strength bolts in steel structuresVishal Mistry
This document provides guidelines for the use of high-strength bolts in steel structures. It covers the design, fabrication, assembly and inspection of structural joints using high-strength bolts that meet the specifications in IS 3757. The document establishes requirements for bolt size and properties, permissible tensile and shear forces, types of joints (friction and bearing), surface preparation, hole size, tightening methods and quality control. It seeks to enable the effective and safe use of high-strength bolts in structural connections as an alternative to welding.
A116 11 standard specification for metallic-coated, steel woven wire fence fa...Shakerqaidi
This document outlines specifications for metallic-coated steel-woven wire fence fabric. It defines the scope of fence fabrics covered, which include various designs, tensile strength grades, and metallic coatings. The document specifies material requirements, general construction requirements, permissible variations in dimensions, and ordering information needed to describe fence fabrics. It provides tables outlining standard fence fabric designs, metallic coating types and classes, and minimum breaking strengths for line wires.
Mobile flash butt welding is a process that uses a mobile vehicle to weld rail ends together on site. It involves clamping the rail ends, generating heat through resistance welding to fuse them together, and applying pressure to form the weld. Key steps include cleaning and aligning the rail ends, setting up the flash, applying welding current and hydraulic force, stripping excess metal, and testing the finished weld. The mobile units allow welding in open track for rail renewal, with typical outputs of 40-50 welds per 8 hour shift.
This document provides specifications for autoclaved cellular (aerated) concrete blocks as part 3 of the Indian Standard for concrete masonry units. It outlines the classification of blocks into two grades based on compressive strength and corresponding density and thermal conductivity. Dimensional tolerances for the blocks are defined, with the maximum variation in length being 5mm and 3mm for height and width. The document also lists acceptable cement standards and provides context for the use of autoclaved cellular concrete blocks in construction.
This document provides specifications for reinforced concrete poles used for overhead power and telecommunication lines. It outlines materials, design requirements, manufacturing process, testing procedures, sampling, inspection and marking. Some key points:
- Concrete poles must be at least 6m long and maximum 9m, in 0.5m increments. Depth of planting depends on pole length, from 1.2m to 1.5m.
- Reinforcement bars and wires must meet specifications. Concrete minimum grade is M25.
- Poles are designed to withstand specified wind loads without failure. Transverse strength must be at least 1/4 of required strength in line direction.
- Manufacturing involves accurate reinforcement placement, proper cover
This document provides the requirements for immersion type concrete vibrators in India. It summarizes the key details of immersion vibrators including materials used, sizes, construction requirements, performance testing, and marking requirements. The document was revised in 1992 to incorporate modifications based on experience and to include provisions for pendulum type vibrators. It aims to provide guidance for both manufacturing and purchasing immersion vibrators to ensure satisfactory performance.
This document provides recommendations for welding cold-worked steel bars used for reinforced concrete construction according to Indian Standard IS 9417. It summarizes the key welding processes that can be used including flash butt welding, shielded metal arc welding, and gas pressure welding. For each process, it outlines preparation of the bars, selection of electrodes, welding procedures, and safety requirements. Diagrams are provided to illustrate edge preparation and sequences for multi-run butt welding and lap welding joints.
A111 99a(2014) standard specification for zinc-coated (galvanized) “iron” tel...Shakerqaidi
This document specifies requirements for zinc-coated iron telephone and telegraph line wire. It defines three classes (A, B, C) of zinc coatings with minimum weight requirements. The wire must meet standards for adherence, breaking strength, elongation, ductility, resistivity, size variations, workmanship and visual appearance. Sampling and testing procedures are provided to ensure specifications are met.
Is 4000 high strength bolts in steel structuresVishal Mistry
This document provides guidelines for the use of high-strength bolts in steel structures. It covers the design, fabrication, assembly and inspection of structural joints using high-strength bolts that meet the specifications in IS 3757. The document establishes requirements for bolt size and properties, permissible tensile and shear forces, types of joints (friction and bearing), surface preparation, hole size, tightening methods and quality control. It seeks to enable the effective and safe use of high-strength bolts in structural connections as an alternative to welding.
A116 11 standard specification for metallic-coated, steel woven wire fence fa...Shakerqaidi
This document outlines specifications for metallic-coated steel-woven wire fence fabric. It defines the scope of fence fabrics covered, which include various designs, tensile strength grades, and metallic coatings. The document specifies material requirements, general construction requirements, permissible variations in dimensions, and ordering information needed to describe fence fabrics. It provides tables outlining standard fence fabric designs, metallic coating types and classes, and minimum breaking strengths for line wires.
Mobile flash butt welding is a process that uses a mobile vehicle to weld rail ends together on site. It involves clamping the rail ends, generating heat through resistance welding to fuse them together, and applying pressure to form the weld. Key steps include cleaning and aligning the rail ends, setting up the flash, applying welding current and hydraulic force, stripping excess metal, and testing the finished weld. The mobile units allow welding in open track for rail renewal, with typical outputs of 40-50 welds per 8 hour shift.
This document provides specifications for autoclaved cellular (aerated) concrete blocks as part 3 of the Indian Standard for concrete masonry units. It outlines the classification of blocks into two grades based on compressive strength and corresponding density and thermal conductivity. Dimensional tolerances for the blocks are defined, with the maximum variation in length being 5mm and 3mm for height and width. The document also lists acceptable cement standards and provides context for the use of autoclaved cellular concrete blocks in construction.
ALSTOM Technical Paper - SAW Temperbead Techniques for Rotor Journal Repair -...Mike Jirinec, PMP
This document summarizes the development of a controlled deposition submerged arc welding technique called "temperbead welding" for repairing selected steam turbine and generator rotor alloys without post-weld heat treatment. The technique aims to refine grains in the heat-affected zone through controlled deposition parameters to improve properties without heat treatment. An evaluation was conducted using 2 1/4 Cr-1Mo steel, with the goals of reducing weld bead scalloping and controlling heat input between layers. Metallography and testing of tensile and Charpy specimens validated that the technique achieved over 90% grain refinement while meeting mechanical property requirements.
Hard-Drawn Copper Conductors for Over Head Power TransmissionChirag vasava
1. This document establishes standards and requirements for hard-drawn copper conductors used for overhead power transmission. It specifies dimensions, weights, resistances, and mechanical and electrical properties.
2. Standards include tables that specify the diameter, weight, and resistance for solid and stranded copper conductors. Tolerances on diameter and resistance are also provided.
3. The document describes test methods for mechanical properties like tensile strength and elongation, as well as electrical resistance tests to ensure conductors meet the specifications. It also outlines sampling procedures and criteria for acceptance or rejection of test results.
ALSTOM TECHNICAL PAPER - 2005 EPRI Pulliam #6 HP Rotor Forging Section Replac...Mike Jirinec, PMP
The document discusses the replacement of a high-pressure steam turbine rotor forging section due to severe creep damage. Inspections found cracking in the balance plane radius, and metallurgical examination revealed severe creep cracking. Material analysis and creep rupture testing allowed for temporary operation at a de-rated output and temperature until repair. In 2005, the forging section was replaced and a new section was join welded to the rotor between stages. The repair involved replacing the damaged section and welding a new one using deep groove submerged arc welding.
This document provides guidelines for designing and constructing machine foundations for impact machines such as forging presses, stamping presses, pig breakers, drop crushers, and jolters. It outlines necessary data required from machine manufacturers, permissible stresses, dynamic analysis procedures, and construction details. The guidelines aim to avoid resonance between machine operation frequencies and the natural frequency of the foundation-soil system.
This document outlines specifications for concrete finishers used in construction. It specifies requirements for materials, size, construction, capacity, and performance. Key aspects include:
- Concrete finishers are used after spreaders to finish concrete laid by pavers.
- Materials must meet relevant Indian standards. Common sizes are 3-4.5m and 6-7.5m widths.
- Construction includes a steel frame, traction wheels, steering, adjustable screeds, vibrator attachment, drives, controls, and a diesel or petrol power unit.
- Performance requirements ensure the finisher can operate under different conditions to finish concrete slabs within specifications.
This document provides the specifications for plain hard drawn steel wire intended for use in prestressed concrete. It outlines the following key points:
- The wire shall be cold drawn from steel produced via various processes to contain less than 0.05% sulfur and phosphorus.
- Nominal diameters shall be 3.0 mm, 4.0 mm, or 5.0 mm within specified tolerances.
- The wire must meet minimum tensile strength requirements and have a proof stress of at least 75% of the tensile strength.
- It must pass reverse bend tests without fracturing to demonstrate adequate ductility.
The document also describes manufacturing requirements, permissible defects, testing methods and sampling procedures to
This document provides specifications for the ERC2-SA6C ROBO Cylinder actuator. It includes details on speed and load capacity that decrease at higher speeds, stroke lengths from 50-600mm, lead sizes of 3mm, 6mm and 12mm, and dimensions and weights for each stroke length. It also describes the integrated controller types (PIO, SIO, PNP) and their input/output capabilities.
This document provides guidelines for installing and observing cross arms to measure internal vertical movement in earth dams. It describes the components of the mechanical cross arm installation including the base extension, cross arm units, spacer sections, and top section. It provides details on installing each component as the dam is constructed in rock-free or rocky soils. Observation involves using a measuring torpedo attached to a steel tape or cable to take settlement readings from the installed cross arm system.
This document is the Indian Standard for foundation bolts. It provides specifications for foundation bolts sized M8 to M72. It specifies requirements for dimensions, tolerances, material, mechanical properties, marking, and other technical supply conditions. Foundation bolts are designed for use in masonry and concrete foundations. The standard specifies a property class of 4.6 and allows for hot-dip galvanized coatings if agreed by the supplier and purchaser. It provides typical shank forms and their dimensions in an appendix. The standard is intended to promote the dissemination of public safety information to disadvantaged communities and those engaged in education and knowledge.
This document outlines standards for the design of galvanized steel poles used in overhead transmission lines. It covers various types of loads on poles from wind, temperature changes, broken wires, and maintenance activities. It specifies materials and strengths for poles, bolts, nuts and other components. It also provides directions for calculating loads from sagging wires, wind pressure, and transverse, vertical and longitudinal loads. Permissible stresses are defined for different types of stresses on poles, bolts and welds.
The 2010 edition of the AWS D1.1 Structural Welding Code - Steel has several significant changes from the 2008 edition. Key changes include:
1) Moving to a 5-year publication cycle instead of the previous 2-year cycle.
2) Adding a new Table 3.8 that consolidates requirements for prequalified welding procedure specifications (WPS).
3) Redrafting the weld profile figures (Figure 5.4) to better clarify requirements for different joint types and increasing the number of illustrations.
4) Revising requirements for thermal cut surface roughness by tying them to comparison samples rather than specific values.
This document provides standards for transmission line hardware. It discusses conductor support hardware including suspension and deadend hardware. It also covers conductor motion control hardware such as Armor Grip Suspension Units, armor rods, vibration dampers and spacer dampers. Finally, it addresses structure related hardware, grounding of overhead ground wires, and corrosion protection. The document establishes criteria for selecting various types of transmission line hardware to support conductors, join components, dampen vibrations, and attach to structures while ensuring strength and corona performance.
This document is the Indian Standard Specification for Mild Steel and Medium Tensile Steel Bars and Hard-Drawn Steel Wire for Concrete Reinforcement. It outlines requirements for mild steel and medium tensile steel reinforcement bars in round and square sections. The standard covers physical and mechanical properties of the bars, methods for testing, welding requirements, and provides definitions for key terminology. It aims to standardize specifications for reinforcement bars used in concrete structures in India.
The document discusses casing design considerations. It begins by outlining the general criteria considered in casing design, including loading conditions, formation strength, availability/cost of casing strings, and expected deterioration over time. It then describes how casing is designed to withstand burst, collapse, tension, and biaxial stresses using safety factors. Graphical and mathematical methods are presented for designing casing strings to meet differential pressure requirements at varying depths. Considerations like centralizer spacing and stretch are also covered. The document provides a detailed overview of the factors and calculations involved in optimizing casing design.
This document provides standards and guidelines for the design of transmission lines in SEC's system. It outlines parameters like frequency, voltage levels, insulation requirements. It describes design aspects like circuit configuration, phase designation, short circuit ratings. It also provides details on structural supports, insulators, hardware and environmental considerations that must be taken into account in transmission line design. The document is intended to guide SEC engineers and other agencies involved in transmission line design projects.
This document is the Indian Standard (IS 458:2003) for precast concrete pipes. It provides specifications for reinforced and unreinforced concrete pipes used for water mains, sewers, culverts, and irrigation. The standard covers material requirements, classifications, design considerations, and testing parameters. Concrete pipes are classified based on reinforcement and intended use for pressure or non-pressure applications. The document specifies requirements for cement, aggregates, reinforcement, concrete mix design, and other materials. It provides minimum dimensions and reinforcement levels for different pipe classes and manufacturing methods.
The document provides a quick review of essential variables that must be considered for welding qualifications according to ASME Section IX. It discusses 8 key variables: 1) preheat and postweld heat treatment requirements, 2) heat input measurement, 3) joint design considerations, 4) welding position, 5) filler metal selection, 6) thickness of base metal range, and 7) thickness of weld metal range qualified. For each variable, it outlines the ASME Section IX rules for determining what conditions a welding procedure is qualified to cover.
This document is the Indian Standard for high strength deformed steel bars and wires used for concrete reinforcement. It specifies the requirements for various grades of reinforcing bars and wires, including their chemical composition, manufacturing process, mechanical properties, and bonding characteristics. The standard allows for bars and wires produced via various manufacturing routes, including hot rolling with or without controlled cooling, and cold working. It defines terms, sets limits for chemical composition, and provides requirements for mechanical properties, deformation patterns, and bond strength.
The document provides specifications for the ERC2-SA7C ROBO Cylinder actuator. It includes details on speed and load capacity as affected by lead size and stroke length. Dimensions, weight, and maximum speed are provided for strokes between 50-600mm. The integrated controller can be selected as either PIO, SIO, or PNP type depending on the desired external input/output configuration.
IRJET- Behavior of Trapezoidal Corrugated Web Steel Built-Up Beam under Point...IRJET Journal
This document summarizes an experimental study that compared the behavior of steel beams with trapezoidal corrugated webs with different corrugation angles (25°, 30°, 35°, 45°, 60°) under point load conditions. Five steel beam specimens were fabricated and tested. The results showed that the beam with a 35° corrugation angle experienced 21-82% less central deflection and 31-104% less lateral displacement compared to the other beams, indicating it provided the optimal combination of strength and material efficiency. Therefore, a trapezoidal corrugated web with a 35° corrugation angle can result in improved structural behavior for steel beams.
This document is the Indian Standard for prestressed concrete pipes and specials. It lays out requirements and specifications for two types of prestressed concrete pipes - prestressed concrete cylinder pipes and prestressed concrete non-cylinder pipes. It covers materials, dimensions, tolerances, design criteria, testing procedures, and other technical details for the manufacture and use of these pipes. The standard was originally published in 1959 and revised in 1978 and 2001, with the latest revision incorporating modifications to design aspects, inclusion of design examples and inspection procedures, and an increased diameter range for the pipes.
This document provides specifications for hard-drawn steel wire fabric used for concrete reinforcement. It defines key terms, specifies the material and manufacturing requirements, and sets tolerances. There are two types of fabric - oblong and square mesh. Dimensions include mesh size, weight, and wire diameters. Sheets and rolls have specified widths and lengths to fit construction modules. Mass is calculated based on the steel density, and actual mass is determined by weighing samples.
ALSTOM Technical Paper - SAW Temperbead Techniques for Rotor Journal Repair -...Mike Jirinec, PMP
This document summarizes the development of a controlled deposition submerged arc welding technique called "temperbead welding" for repairing selected steam turbine and generator rotor alloys without post-weld heat treatment. The technique aims to refine grains in the heat-affected zone through controlled deposition parameters to improve properties without heat treatment. An evaluation was conducted using 2 1/4 Cr-1Mo steel, with the goals of reducing weld bead scalloping and controlling heat input between layers. Metallography and testing of tensile and Charpy specimens validated that the technique achieved over 90% grain refinement while meeting mechanical property requirements.
Hard-Drawn Copper Conductors for Over Head Power TransmissionChirag vasava
1. This document establishes standards and requirements for hard-drawn copper conductors used for overhead power transmission. It specifies dimensions, weights, resistances, and mechanical and electrical properties.
2. Standards include tables that specify the diameter, weight, and resistance for solid and stranded copper conductors. Tolerances on diameter and resistance are also provided.
3. The document describes test methods for mechanical properties like tensile strength and elongation, as well as electrical resistance tests to ensure conductors meet the specifications. It also outlines sampling procedures and criteria for acceptance or rejection of test results.
ALSTOM TECHNICAL PAPER - 2005 EPRI Pulliam #6 HP Rotor Forging Section Replac...Mike Jirinec, PMP
The document discusses the replacement of a high-pressure steam turbine rotor forging section due to severe creep damage. Inspections found cracking in the balance plane radius, and metallurgical examination revealed severe creep cracking. Material analysis and creep rupture testing allowed for temporary operation at a de-rated output and temperature until repair. In 2005, the forging section was replaced and a new section was join welded to the rotor between stages. The repair involved replacing the damaged section and welding a new one using deep groove submerged arc welding.
This document provides guidelines for designing and constructing machine foundations for impact machines such as forging presses, stamping presses, pig breakers, drop crushers, and jolters. It outlines necessary data required from machine manufacturers, permissible stresses, dynamic analysis procedures, and construction details. The guidelines aim to avoid resonance between machine operation frequencies and the natural frequency of the foundation-soil system.
This document outlines specifications for concrete finishers used in construction. It specifies requirements for materials, size, construction, capacity, and performance. Key aspects include:
- Concrete finishers are used after spreaders to finish concrete laid by pavers.
- Materials must meet relevant Indian standards. Common sizes are 3-4.5m and 6-7.5m widths.
- Construction includes a steel frame, traction wheels, steering, adjustable screeds, vibrator attachment, drives, controls, and a diesel or petrol power unit.
- Performance requirements ensure the finisher can operate under different conditions to finish concrete slabs within specifications.
This document provides the specifications for plain hard drawn steel wire intended for use in prestressed concrete. It outlines the following key points:
- The wire shall be cold drawn from steel produced via various processes to contain less than 0.05% sulfur and phosphorus.
- Nominal diameters shall be 3.0 mm, 4.0 mm, or 5.0 mm within specified tolerances.
- The wire must meet minimum tensile strength requirements and have a proof stress of at least 75% of the tensile strength.
- It must pass reverse bend tests without fracturing to demonstrate adequate ductility.
The document also describes manufacturing requirements, permissible defects, testing methods and sampling procedures to
This document provides specifications for the ERC2-SA6C ROBO Cylinder actuator. It includes details on speed and load capacity that decrease at higher speeds, stroke lengths from 50-600mm, lead sizes of 3mm, 6mm and 12mm, and dimensions and weights for each stroke length. It also describes the integrated controller types (PIO, SIO, PNP) and their input/output capabilities.
This document provides guidelines for installing and observing cross arms to measure internal vertical movement in earth dams. It describes the components of the mechanical cross arm installation including the base extension, cross arm units, spacer sections, and top section. It provides details on installing each component as the dam is constructed in rock-free or rocky soils. Observation involves using a measuring torpedo attached to a steel tape or cable to take settlement readings from the installed cross arm system.
This document is the Indian Standard for foundation bolts. It provides specifications for foundation bolts sized M8 to M72. It specifies requirements for dimensions, tolerances, material, mechanical properties, marking, and other technical supply conditions. Foundation bolts are designed for use in masonry and concrete foundations. The standard specifies a property class of 4.6 and allows for hot-dip galvanized coatings if agreed by the supplier and purchaser. It provides typical shank forms and their dimensions in an appendix. The standard is intended to promote the dissemination of public safety information to disadvantaged communities and those engaged in education and knowledge.
This document outlines standards for the design of galvanized steel poles used in overhead transmission lines. It covers various types of loads on poles from wind, temperature changes, broken wires, and maintenance activities. It specifies materials and strengths for poles, bolts, nuts and other components. It also provides directions for calculating loads from sagging wires, wind pressure, and transverse, vertical and longitudinal loads. Permissible stresses are defined for different types of stresses on poles, bolts and welds.
The 2010 edition of the AWS D1.1 Structural Welding Code - Steel has several significant changes from the 2008 edition. Key changes include:
1) Moving to a 5-year publication cycle instead of the previous 2-year cycle.
2) Adding a new Table 3.8 that consolidates requirements for prequalified welding procedure specifications (WPS).
3) Redrafting the weld profile figures (Figure 5.4) to better clarify requirements for different joint types and increasing the number of illustrations.
4) Revising requirements for thermal cut surface roughness by tying them to comparison samples rather than specific values.
This document provides standards for transmission line hardware. It discusses conductor support hardware including suspension and deadend hardware. It also covers conductor motion control hardware such as Armor Grip Suspension Units, armor rods, vibration dampers and spacer dampers. Finally, it addresses structure related hardware, grounding of overhead ground wires, and corrosion protection. The document establishes criteria for selecting various types of transmission line hardware to support conductors, join components, dampen vibrations, and attach to structures while ensuring strength and corona performance.
This document is the Indian Standard Specification for Mild Steel and Medium Tensile Steel Bars and Hard-Drawn Steel Wire for Concrete Reinforcement. It outlines requirements for mild steel and medium tensile steel reinforcement bars in round and square sections. The standard covers physical and mechanical properties of the bars, methods for testing, welding requirements, and provides definitions for key terminology. It aims to standardize specifications for reinforcement bars used in concrete structures in India.
The document discusses casing design considerations. It begins by outlining the general criteria considered in casing design, including loading conditions, formation strength, availability/cost of casing strings, and expected deterioration over time. It then describes how casing is designed to withstand burst, collapse, tension, and biaxial stresses using safety factors. Graphical and mathematical methods are presented for designing casing strings to meet differential pressure requirements at varying depths. Considerations like centralizer spacing and stretch are also covered. The document provides a detailed overview of the factors and calculations involved in optimizing casing design.
This document provides standards and guidelines for the design of transmission lines in SEC's system. It outlines parameters like frequency, voltage levels, insulation requirements. It describes design aspects like circuit configuration, phase designation, short circuit ratings. It also provides details on structural supports, insulators, hardware and environmental considerations that must be taken into account in transmission line design. The document is intended to guide SEC engineers and other agencies involved in transmission line design projects.
This document is the Indian Standard (IS 458:2003) for precast concrete pipes. It provides specifications for reinforced and unreinforced concrete pipes used for water mains, sewers, culverts, and irrigation. The standard covers material requirements, classifications, design considerations, and testing parameters. Concrete pipes are classified based on reinforcement and intended use for pressure or non-pressure applications. The document specifies requirements for cement, aggregates, reinforcement, concrete mix design, and other materials. It provides minimum dimensions and reinforcement levels for different pipe classes and manufacturing methods.
The document provides a quick review of essential variables that must be considered for welding qualifications according to ASME Section IX. It discusses 8 key variables: 1) preheat and postweld heat treatment requirements, 2) heat input measurement, 3) joint design considerations, 4) welding position, 5) filler metal selection, 6) thickness of base metal range, and 7) thickness of weld metal range qualified. For each variable, it outlines the ASME Section IX rules for determining what conditions a welding procedure is qualified to cover.
This document is the Indian Standard for high strength deformed steel bars and wires used for concrete reinforcement. It specifies the requirements for various grades of reinforcing bars and wires, including their chemical composition, manufacturing process, mechanical properties, and bonding characteristics. The standard allows for bars and wires produced via various manufacturing routes, including hot rolling with or without controlled cooling, and cold working. It defines terms, sets limits for chemical composition, and provides requirements for mechanical properties, deformation patterns, and bond strength.
The document provides specifications for the ERC2-SA7C ROBO Cylinder actuator. It includes details on speed and load capacity as affected by lead size and stroke length. Dimensions, weight, and maximum speed are provided for strokes between 50-600mm. The integrated controller can be selected as either PIO, SIO, or PNP type depending on the desired external input/output configuration.
IRJET- Behavior of Trapezoidal Corrugated Web Steel Built-Up Beam under Point...IRJET Journal
This document summarizes an experimental study that compared the behavior of steel beams with trapezoidal corrugated webs with different corrugation angles (25°, 30°, 35°, 45°, 60°) under point load conditions. Five steel beam specimens were fabricated and tested. The results showed that the beam with a 35° corrugation angle experienced 21-82% less central deflection and 31-104% less lateral displacement compared to the other beams, indicating it provided the optimal combination of strength and material efficiency. Therefore, a trapezoidal corrugated web with a 35° corrugation angle can result in improved structural behavior for steel beams.
This document is the Indian Standard for prestressed concrete pipes and specials. It lays out requirements and specifications for two types of prestressed concrete pipes - prestressed concrete cylinder pipes and prestressed concrete non-cylinder pipes. It covers materials, dimensions, tolerances, design criteria, testing procedures, and other technical details for the manufacture and use of these pipes. The standard was originally published in 1959 and revised in 1978 and 2001, with the latest revision incorporating modifications to design aspects, inclusion of design examples and inspection procedures, and an increased diameter range for the pipes.
This document provides specifications for hard-drawn steel wire fabric used for concrete reinforcement. It defines key terms, specifies the material and manufacturing requirements, and sets tolerances. There are two types of fabric - oblong and square mesh. Dimensions include mesh size, weight, and wire diameters. Sheets and rolls have specified widths and lengths to fit construction modules. Mass is calculated based on the steel density, and actual mass is determined by weighing samples.
This document provides the specification for 43 grade ordinary Portland cement. It outlines the requirements for the manufacture, chemical composition, physical properties, packaging, and certification. The chemical composition must meet the requirements in Table 1. The physical properties include a minimum fineness, limits on soundness, setting times, and compressive strengths at various ages. There are also notes on additional tests, limits on chlorides, and the option to agree on additional requirements between the purchaser and supplier.
This document provides the specification for 43 grade ordinary Portland cement. It outlines the requirements for the manufacture, chemical composition, physical properties, testing methods, and other details of the cement. The key points are:
- It specifies the chemical composition and limits for things like lime, silica, alumina, iron oxide, magnesia, sulphur content, and loss on ignition.
- The physical requirements include a minimum fineness of 225 m2/kg, soundness limits of 10mm and 0.8% via Le-Chatelier and autoclave tests, and setting time and compressive strength requirements.
- It describes the appropriate testing standards for determining these chemical and physical properties.
This document provides the specifications for precast reinforced concrete street lighting poles. It outlines the materials, design considerations, testing requirements and more. Some key points:
- Poles must be a minimum of 5.2m in length, with mounting heights of at least 4m and planting depths of at least 1.2m.
- Concrete grade shall be at minimum M20. Reinforcement can be mild steel, medium tensile steel or deformed steel bars.
- Poles shall be designed to resist a maximum bending moment from loads like wind pressure and the weight of fixtures applied 600mm below the light source.
- Testing includes determining the ultimate transverse load at which the pole fails under a load
This document is the Indian Standard specification for precast concrete pipes with and without reinforcement. It outlines the classification, materials, design requirements, and testing procedures for concrete pipes used for water mains, sewers, culverts and irrigation. The standard provides details on the classification of pipes into different classes based on their intended use and ability to withstand certain test pressures. It also specifies requirements for cement, aggregates, reinforcement, concrete/mortar mix proportions, and rubber rings used in pipe joints. The design section provides guidelines on reinforcement layout and quantity to satisfy strength requirements under test pressures.
This document outlines standards and guidelines for constructing overhead distribution lines in Saudi Arabia. It defines various pole types and spans, and provides specifications for materials, clearances, foundations, conductor installation and other aspects of overhead line design and construction. The standards are intended to promote standardization and ensure reliable and economical distribution lines are built.
Rcc design and detailing based on revised seismic codesWij Sangeeta
The document summarizes important provisions of revised seismic codes affecting reinforced concrete (RCC) design and detailing, including:
- Revisions to building configuration definitions, load combinations, and stiffness modifiers.
- Prohibitions on certain structural systems without adequate experimentation/analysis.
- Revisions to design eccentricity, foundation isolation, column/beam sizing and reinforcement, and ductility provisions.
- Updates to standards IS:13920 regarding concrete grade, beam-column joints, lap splices, transverse reinforcement, and special confining reinforcement.
- Queries raised regarding compliance of existing/under construction buildings and clarification needed for irregular geometries.
This document provides the specification for high tensile steel bars used in prestressed concrete. It outlines the requirements for the manufacture, chemical composition, sizes, tolerances, physical properties, testing procedures, sampling methods, and criteria for conformity of the steel bars. The bars must be made through specific steel manufacturing processes and have certain chemical compositions. They are tested to ensure they meet the specified requirements for properties like tensile strength, proof stress, and elongation.
This document provides the specification for high tensile steel bars used in prestressed concrete. It outlines the requirements for the manufacture, chemical composition, sizes, tolerances, physical properties including tensile strength, proof stress and elongation. It also describes the testing methods for these properties, including tensile testing and constant strain relaxation testing. Finally, it specifies the sampling and criteria for conformity, delivery, inspection, and required testing facilities.
The document provides the technical specifications for hardware and accessories for ACSR Moose conductor for 400kV transmission lines. It includes requirements for materials, design, galvanization, insulator hardware like suspension and tension clamps, hardware fittings, and testing. Key points include:
- Hardware must meet IS: 2486 standards and be made of high strength aluminum alloys and forged steel.
- Clamps must have sufficient contact area and strength to withstand conductor tension loads without damage or failure.
- All ferrous parts must be hot dip galvanized per IS: 2629 with a minimum coating of 610 gm/m2.
- Testing includes visual, dimensional, mechanical, electrical resistance, slip strength,
This document outlines requirements for cathodic protection design and sacrificial anode manufacturing. It provides standards for cathodic protection of submerged installations, design parameters like current densities and electrolyte resistivities, and anode inspection/testing tolerances. The document establishes guidelines for electrical continuity, protection of concrete/mud zone structures, and current drain considerations for wells, anchors, and pipelines. Manufacturing requirements are defined for pre-production testing and insert materials for aluminum and zinc anodes.
This document summarizes British Standard BS 4483:1985 which specifies requirements for factory made welded steel fabric for reinforcing concrete. It outlines information to be provided by purchasers, permissible dimensions and tolerances, classification and testing requirements. Fabric must be manufactured from plain or deformed wire complying with other British Standards, with shear-resistant welded intersections tested to specified loads. The standard provides examples of common designated fabric types and their properties.
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1. IS 1678 : 1998
Indian Standard
PRESTRESSED CONCRETE POLES FOR OVERHEAD
POWER TRACTION AND TELECOMMUNICATION
LINES - SPECIFICATION
( Second Revision )
ICS 91.100.30
0 BIS 1998
BUREAU OF INDIAN STANDARDS
MANAK BHAVAN, 9 BAHADUR SHAH ZAFAR MARG
NEW DELHI 110002
March 1998 Price Group 5
2. Cement Matrix Products Sectional Committee, CED 53
FOREWORD
This Indian Standard ( Second Revision ) was adopted by the Bureau of Indian Standards, after the draft finalized
by the Cement Matrix Products Sectional Committee had been approved by the Civil Engineering Division
Council.
This specification has been prepared with a view to clarifying and defining design requirements for different types
of prestressed concrete poles used in overhead electric power transmission, traction and telecommunication lines.
This specification mainly relates to prestressed concrete poles in which initial compression has been induced by
one of the pretensioned systems. This specification also covers the requirements of earthing to be provided for
prestressed concrete poles.
This standard was first published in 1960 and subsequently revised in 1978. The present revision incorporates the
modification found necessary in the light of experience gained with the use of this standard and due to revision
ofvarious other standards referredin this standard. The major changes incorporated in this revision are modifications
in respect of materials, cover and spacing of prestressed steel, sampling and inspection. In this revision, a method
for measuring the uprightness of poles has also been incorporated.
The composition of the technical committee responsible for the formulation of this standard is given in
Annex B.
For the purpose of deciding whether a particular requirement of this standard is complied with, the final value,
observed or calculated, expressing the result of a test or analysis, shall be rounded off in accordance with IS 2 :
1960 ‘Rules for rounding off numerical values (revised)‘. The number of significant places retained in the rounded
off value should be the same as that of the specified value in this standard.
3. IS 1678 : 1998
Indian Standard
PRESTRESSED CONCRETE POLES FOR OVERHEAD
POWER TRACTION AND TELECOMMUNICATION
LINES - SPECIFICATION
( Second Revision )
1 SCOPE stretching of the steel in any part of the pole.
This standard covers prestressed concrete poles
suitable for use in overhead power, traction and
telecommunication lines.
3.6 Ultimate Transverse Load
2 REFERENCES
The Indian Standards listed in Annex A contain
provisions which, through reference in this text,
constitute provision of this standard. At the time of
publication, the editions indicated were valid. All
standards are subject to revision, and parties to
agreements based on this standard are encouraged
to investigate the possibility of applying the most recent
editions of the standards listed in Annex A.
The load at which failure occurs, when it is applied at
a point 600 mm below the top and perpendicular to
the axis of the pole along the transverse direction with
the butt end of the pole planted to the required depth
as intended in the design.
3.7 Working Load
The maximum load in the transverse direction, that is,
ever likely to occur, including the wind pressure on
the pole. This load is assumed to set at a point
600 mm below the top with the butt end of the pole
planted to the required depth as intended in the design.
3 TERMJNOLOGY
4 OVERALL LENGTH OF POLE
3.0 For the purpose of this standard, the following
definitions shall apply. 4.1 The minimum overall length of poles shall be
6 m and subsequent length shall be in steps of 0.5 m.
3.1 Average Permanent Load
That fraction of the working load which may be
considered of long duration over a period of one year.
3.2 Load Factor
4.2 Tolerances
The tolerances for prestressed concrete poles shall
be as under:
The ratio of ultimate transverse load to the transverse
load at first crack.
3.3 Transverse
The direction of the line bisecting the angle contained
by the conductor at the pole. In the case of straight
nm, this will be normal to the run of the pole.
3.4 Transverse Load at First Crack
For design, the transverse load at first crack shall be
taken as not less than the value of the ivorking load.
3.5 Ultimate Failure
The conditions existing when the pole ceases to sustain
a load increment owing to either crushing of concrete,
or snapping of the prestressing tendon or permanent
a) Overall length of poles *15mm
b) Cross-sectional dimension &5mm
c) Uprightness or straightness 0.5 percent
4.2.1 For measurement of uprightness of straightness
of prestressed concrete pole, the procedure given
in 4.2.1.1 or any other satisfactory method, mutually
agreed between the supplier and the purchaser may
be adopted.
4.2.1.1 For measuring uprightness or straightness of
a pole, it shall be placed lengthwise (with smaller cross-
section side parallel to rigid surface) on a rigid straight
surface. Then using a measuring steel scale, graduated
in mm, measure the distance (deviation) of pole surface
from the rigid surface at several locations along the
length of the pole. Atleast two measurements in each
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one metre length ofthe pole should be taken. The largest
value of the measured distance (deviation) shall be
taken for determining uprightness. Similar
measurements should be taken on the pole laid with
larger cross-section side parallel to the rigid surface.
5 MATERIALS
5.1 Cement
The cement used in the manufacture of prestressed
concrete poles shall be any of the following:
a) Portland slag cement conforming to IS 455 but
with not more than 50 percent slag content,
b) Rapid hardening Portland cement conforming
to1s 8041,
c) 43 grade ordinary Portland cement conforming
to IS 8112, and
d) 53 grade ordinary Portland cement conforming
to IS 12269.
5.2 Aggregates
Aggregates used for the manufacture of reinforced
concrete poles shall conform to IS 383. Where
specified, a sample of the aggregate shall be submitted
by the manufacturer to the purchaser for approval.
5.3 Prestressing Steel
The prestressing steel shall be any one of the
following:
a) Plain hard drawn steel wire conforming to either
IS 1785 (Part 1)or IS 1785 (Part 2),
b) Colddrawn indented wire conforming to IS6003,
c) Uncoated stress relieved strand conforming to
IS 6006 or IS 14268, and
d) High tensile steel bar conforming to IS 2090.
All prestressing steel shall be free from splits, harmful
scratches, surface flaws, rough, aged and imperfect
edges and other defects likely to impair its use in
prestressed concrete. Slight rust may be permitted
provided there is no surface pitting visible to the naked
eye.
5.4 Reinforcement
Reinforcing bars and wires shall conform to IS 432
(Part 1) or IS 432 (Part 2) or IS 1786, as the case may
be.
5.4.1 All reinforcement shall be free from loose scale,
rust and coats of paint, oil, grease, clay or other
material that may have deteriorating effect on the
bond between the reinforcement and the concrete.
Slight rust may be permitted provided there is no surface
pitting visible to the naked eye.
5.5 Concrete
The grade of concrete shall be not less than M 40.
5.6 Admixture
Admixture may be used with the approval of the
purchaser. However, any admixture containing chlorides
in any form shall not be used. The admixture shall
conformto IS 9103.
6 DESIGN
6.1 The poles shall be so designed that they do not
fail owing to failure initiated by compression in
concrete.
6.2 The maximum wind pressure to be assumed for
computing the design transverse load at first crack
shall be as specified by the State Governments, who
are empowered in this behalf under the Indian
Electricity Rules, 1956. Wind pressure may also be
determined as specified in IS 875 (Part 3).
6.3 Depth of Planting
The minimum depth ofplanting of a pole below grotmd
level shall be in accordance with Table 1, the actual
depth being determined on the basis of ground
conditions.
Table 1Minimum Depth of Planting of Reinforced
Concrete Poles in the Ground
Length of Pole Minimum Depth of
Planting in Ground
m m
(1) (2)
6.0 to 7.0 1.20
7.5 to 9.0 1.50
9.5 to 11.0 1.80
11.5 to 13.0 2.00
13.5 to 14.5 2.20
15.0 to 16.5 2.30
17.0 2.40
6.4 ‘Ikansverse Strength at Failure
The poles shall be so designed that its strength in
transverse direction shall be sutficient to take the load
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due to wind on wires and poles, multiplied by load
factor. Where specifically stated, snow load shall also
be taken into consideration.
NOTE - In this connection, reference may be made to
the ‘Code of practice as regards wind pressure and
temperature variations for the design of overhead power
lines’ published by Central Electricity Authority. This
publication gives the recommended values ofwind pressures
to be assumed for power lines in all the Indian States.
6.4.1 The strength of the pole in the direction of the
line shall not be less than one-quarter of the strength
required in the transverse direction.
6.4.2 The load factor on transverse strength for
prestressed concrete poles shall not be less than 2.5.
This factor may be reduced to a value not less than
2.0 in the case of power transmission lines by the State
Governments, who are empowered in this behalfunder
the’lndian ElectricityRules, 1956.
7 MANUFACTURE
7.1 All reinforcement and ducts shall be accurately
placed and maintained in position during manufacture.
Grouping of high tensile wires may be permitted as
long as the diameter of the wire is between 3 mm and
5mm.
7.2 For prestressed pretensioned system, all wires
shall be accurately stretched with uniform prestress
in each wire. Each wire or group of wires shall be
anchored positively during casting. Care shall be taken
to see that the anchorages do not yield before the
concrete attains the necessary strengths.
7.3 For post-tensioned poles, the relative position of
wires in a cable, whether curved or straight, shall be
accurately maintained by suitable means to ensure
the free flow of grout.
7.4 Grouting
6.4.3 The prestressed concrete pole shall be checked
for transverse cracking strength under the following
conditions:
All post tensioned ducts shall be grouted using any
suitable grouting technique ( see IS 1343 ).
a) The design transverse load at first crack shall
be assumed to act at 600 mm from top;
b) The hypothetical flexural tensile strength in
concrete shall not exceed the value given in
IS 1343; and
7.5 Cover
In pre-tensioned work, the cover of concrete measured
from the outside of the prestressing tendon shall be
atleast 30 mm or the size of the cable or bar whichever
is bigger.
c) Untensioned steel, if provided for augmenting
the ultimate strength, shall not be considered
in computing the transverse strength at first crack.
6.4.4 The average permanent loads on prestressed
concrete poles shall be taken as 40 percent of the load
at first crack.
6.4.5 The permissible design stress for high tensile
steel and for concrete in compression under the average
permanent load shall be in accordance with IS 1343.
The permissible design flexural tensile stressfor concrete
under average permanent load may be taken as
3.oN/mm*.
At transfer of prestress, direct compressive stress in
concrete at top section of pretensioned concrete poles
shall not exceed 0.8 times the cube strength of concrete.
6.5 Poles intended to be fitted with stays or supported
by struts shall be designed accordingly, and ifrequired
by the purchaser, they shall be appropriately tested.
6.6 Method of selection of prestressed concrete
pole in any given situation shall be as specified in
IS7321.
7.6 Spacing
7.6.1 In the case of single wire used in pretensioned
system, the minimum clear spacing shall not be less
than greater of the following:
a) Three times the diameter of the wire, and
b) One and one-third (If) times the maximum
size of aggregate used.
7.6.2 In the case of cables or large bars, the minimum
clear spacing (measured between sheath/ducts,
wherever used) shall not be less than greater of the
following:
a) @mm,
b) Maximum size of cable or bar, and
c) 5 mm plus maximum size of aggregate.
7.7 Welding and Lapping of Reinforcement
The high tensile steel wire or bar shall be continuous
over the entire length of the tendon. Welding shall
not be allowed in any cases. Jointing or coupling in
the case of bars and indented or crimpted wires may
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be permitted provided the strength of the joint or
coupling is not less than thestrength of each individual
bar or wire.
7.8 Compacting
Concrete shall be compacted by vibrating, shocking
or other suitable mechanical means. Hand compaction
shall not be permitted.
7.9 Curing
The concrete shall be covered with a layer of sacking,
canvas, hessian or similar absorbent material and kept
constantly wet up to the time when the strength of
concrete is at least equal to the minimum strength of
concrete at transfer of prestress. Thereafter, the pole
maybe removed from the mould and watered at intervals
to prevent surface cracking of the unit; the interval
should depend on the atmospheric humidity and
temperature. Steam curing may also be permitted.
During manufacture, daily tests on concrete cubes shall
be carried out till the concrete achieves the required
strength at transfer. Thereafter the test on concrete
shall be carried out as detailed in IS 1343. The
manufacturer shall supply when required by the
purchaser or his representative, results of compressive
test conducted in accordance with IS 456 on concrete
cubes made from the concrete used for the poles. If
the purchaser so desires, the manufacturer shall supply
cubes shall be tested in accordance with IS 456.
7.10 Earthing
Earthing shall be provided by one of the following
means:
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b)
By having a length of 25 x 3 mm copper strip
or equivalent bare copper cable or 4 mm dia
galvanized iron wire embedded in concrete during
manufacture and the ends of the strip or cable
left projecting from the pole to a length of
SOmmat 215mm fromtopand 150 mm below
ground level (see Fig. 1 ).
By providing two holes of suitable dimensions
2l5mmfromtopand150mmbelowgroundlevel
(seeFig.l)toenable25mmx3mmcopper
strip or equivalent bare copper cable to be taken
~omthetopholetothebottomthroughthecentral
hole.
7.11 During manufacture, sufficient number of holes
shall be provided in the poles for the attachment of
cross arms and other equipment. A typical arrangement
of holes shown in Fig. 1 permits the use of prestressed
concrete poles in conjunction with wood, steel or
reinforced or prestressed concrete cross arms.
7.12 If desired by the purchaser, to facilitate handling
of poles during transport and erection, an eyehook
may be provided in every pole at 100mm below ground
level on the face ofthe pole so as to utilize the maximum
flexural strength of the section during handling.
8 TESTS
8.1 During manufacture, tests on concrete shall be
carried out as detailed in 7.9.
8.2 Transverse Strength Test
The transverse strength test on poles shall be
conducted in accordance with IS 2905. A prestressed
concrete pole shall be deemed not to have passed the
test if cracks wider than 0.1 mm appear at a stage prior
to the application of the design transverse load at first
crack and the observed ultimate transverse load is less
than the design ultimate transverse load.
9 SAMPLING AND INSPECTIOh
9.1 Scale of Sampling
9.1.1 Lot
In a consignment, 500 poles or a part thereof of the
same overall length, same dimensions and belonging
to the same batch of manufacturer shall be grouped
together to consitute a lot.
9.1.2 For ascertaining the conformity of the materials
in the lotto the requirements ofthis specitication samples
shall be tested from each lot separately.
9.1.3 The number of poles to be selected from the lot
shall depend on the size of the lot and shall be according
to Table 2.
9.2 Number of Tests and Criteria for Conformity
9.2.1 All the poles selected according to 9.1.3 shall
be tested for overall length, cross-section and
uprightness (see 4.2). A pole failing to satisfy one or
more of these requirements shall be considered as
defective. All the poles in the lot shall be considered
as conforming to these requirements if the number of
defective poles found in the sample is less than or equal
to the corresponding acceptance number given in
co13 of Table 2.
9.2.2 The lot having been found satisfactory according
to 9.2.1 shall be further tested for transverse strength
( see 8.2 ) of the poles. For this purpose, the number
of poles given in co14 of Table 2 shall be tested, these
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1 All holes except where otherwise specified shall be of 20 mm diameter
2 For details of earthing, see 7.10.
3 Plugged holes are provided for fixing danger plate and number plate. These may be plugged with hard wood or
other suitable material.
All dimensions in millimetres.
FIG. 1 PROVISIONOF HOLES
Table 2 Scale of Sampling and Permissible Number of Defectives
(Clauses9.1.3,9.2.1 and9.2.2)
No. of Poles Sample Size Dimensional Requirements Transverse Transverse
in the Lot Acceptance Number Strength Test Strength Ultimate
(1) (2) (3) (4) (5)
up to 100 10 1 2 1
101 to 200 15 1 3 1
201 to 300 20 2 4 1
301 to 500 30 3 5 2
5
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poles ma! be selected from those ahead- tested
according to 9.2.1 and found satisfactory. All these
poles tested for transverse strength shall satisfy the
corresponding specification requirements. If one or
more poles fail. twice the number of poles orginally
tested shall be selected from those already selected
and subjected to this test. If there is no failure among
these poles, the lot shall be considered to have satisfied
the requirements of this test.
10 MARKING
10.1 The poles shall be clearly and indelibly marked
with the following particulars either or after the
manufacture, but before testing, at a position so as to
be clearly read after erection in position:
4 Indication of the source of manufacture,
b) Month and year of manufacture,
c) Serial number of the poles, and
4 Position of centre.
10.2 BIS Certification Marking
The product may also be marked with the Standard
Mark.
10.2.1 The use of Standard Mark is governed by the
provisions of the Bureau ofIndian StandarhA4ct. 1986
and the Rules and Regulations made thereunder. The
details of conditions under which the licence for the
use of Standard Mark may be granted to manufacturers
or producers may be obtained from the Bureau of Indian
Standards.
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IS No.
383 : 1970
432
(Part 1) : 1982
(Part2): 1982
455 : 1989
456 : 1978
875 (Part 3) : 1987
1343: 1980
1785
(Part 1) : 1983
(Part2) : 1983
1786: 1985
ANNEX A
(Clause 2 )
LIST OF RJCFERREDINDIAN STANDARDS
7ftle
Specification for coarse and tine
aggregates from natural sources
for concrete ( second revision)
Specification for mild steel and
medium tensile steel bars and
hard-drawn steel wire for concrete
reinforcement
Mild steel and medium tensile steel
bars ( third revision )
Hard drawn steel wire ( third
revision )
Specification for Portland slag
cement (fourth revision )
Code of practice for plain and
reinforced concrete ( third
revision )
Code of practice for design loads
( other than earthquake) for
buildings and structures : Part
3 Wind loads ( second revision )
Code of practice for prestressed
concrete (first revision )
Specification for plain hard-drawn
steel wire for prestressed concrete
Cold drawn stress relieved wire
(second revision )
As drawn wire (jirst revision )
Specification for high strength
deformed steel bars wires for
IS No.
2090 : 1983
2905 : 1989
6003 : 1983
6006 : 1983
7321: 1974
8041: 1990
8112:1989
9103:I979
12269: 1987
14268: 1995
Title
concrete reinforcement ( third
revision )
High tensile steel bars used in
prestressed concrete (first
revision )
Method of test for concrete poles
for overhead power and
telecommunication lines (jkt
revision )
Specification for indented wire for
prestressed concrete (jirst
revision )
Specification for uncoated stress
relieved strand for prestressed
concrete (first revision )
Code of practice for selection,
handling and erection of concrete
poles for overhead power and
telecommunication lines
Specification for rapid hardening
Portland cement (first revision )
Specification for 43 grade ordinary
Portland cement (jirst revision )
Specification for admixtures for
concrete
Specification for 53 grade ordinary
Portland cement
Uncoated stress relieved low
relaxation seven-ply strand for
prestressed concrete
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Chairman
SHRIS. A. REDDI
ANNEX B
( Foreword )
COMMlTIXE COMPOSITION
Cement MatrixProductsSectional Committee, CED 53
Representing
Gammon India Ltd, Mumbai
Members
SHRI0. P. AGARWAL
SHRIJ. L. DHINGRA( Alternate )
SHRIM. A. AZEEZ
SHRIP. D. GAIKAWAD( Alfernate )
SHRIG. R. BHAIUTKAR
COL(&D) D. V PADSN-GIKAR(Alternate )
SHRIA. K. CHADHA
SHRIJ. R SIL (Alternate )
CHIEFENGINEER
DEPUIYCHIEPENGINEER(Alternate )
SHRIK. H. GANGWAL
SHRIV. PATTABHI( Alternate )
SHRIS. HARIRAMASAMY
JOINTDIRFXZORSTANDARDS(B&S) CB-II
ASSISTANTDESIGNENGINEER(CS-I) (Alternate )
SHRI’PS. KALANI
SHR~N. KISHANR~?DDY(Alternate )
SHRID. K. KANUNGO
SHRI‘II CHOUDHURY( Alternate )
SHRIp. D. kKAR
SHRIP. R. C. NAIR(Alternate )
SHRIA. K. MANI
DRIRSADMASIJ~D
SHRIS. I? T&RI ( Alternate )
SHRI B. V. B. PAI
SHRIM. G. DANDWATE(Alternate )
DR C. RAJKUMAR
SHRIH. K. JULKA( Alternate )
SHRIS. P. RA~TOGI
SHRIP. S. ROY
DRA. S. GOVAL(Alternate )
SHRIG. S. SHIRLKAR
SHRIA.V. G~GIX(Alternate )
SHRIK SRIVASTAVA
SHRIR. SUBRAMANIAM
SHRIK. P ABRAHAM(Alternate )
SHRIC. H. SUBRAMANIAN
SHRIA. DU~TA( Alternate )
SHRIVINODKIJMAR,
Director ( Civ Engg )
Municipal Corporation of Delhi, Delhi
Rural Electrification Corporation Ltd, New Delhi
B. G. Shirke Construction Technology Pvt Ltd, Pune
Hindustan Prefab Ltd. New Delhi
Municipal Corporation of Greater Mumbai, Mumbai
Hyderabad Industries Ltd, Sanatnagar
Tamil Nadu Water Supply and Drainage Board, Chennai
Research, Designs and Standards Organization, Lucknow
All India Small Scale A. C. Pressure Pipes Manufacturers
Association, Hyderabad
National Test House, Calcutta
Indian Hume Pipe Co Ltd, Mumbai
Structural Engineering Research Centre, Chennai
Central Building Research Institute, Roorkee
Associated Cement Companies Ltd, l’hane
National Council for Cement and Building Materials, New Delhi
Federation of UP Pipe Manufacturers, Lucknow
Engineer-in-Chiefs Branch, Army Headquarters, New Delhi
Spun Pipes Manufacturers Association of Maharashtra (SSI),
Pune
Eternit Everest Ltd, Mumbai
Central Public Works Depattment, New Delhi
Small Scale Industries, New Delhi
Director General, BIS (Ex-ofliio Member)
Member-Secrekuy
SHRIJ. K. PRASAD
Additional Director ( Civ Engg ), BIS
( Cunbnued on page 9 )
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Convener
DR N. RA~HVENDRA
Members
Concrete Poles Subcommittee, CED 53 : 4
Representing
National Council for Cement and Building Matenals. New Delhi
SHRIJ. L BANDYOPADHYAY
SHRIV V SURYARAO ( Alternate )
SHRI S. N. BASU
SHRI S. M. MUNJAL ( Alternate )
SHRI P C. CHA~TERJEE
DIREC~~OR
DEPUTYDIRECTOR(Alternate )
SHRI G. L. DUA
SHRI P D. GAIKWAD( Alternate )
JOINTDIRECTORSTANDARDS
DEPUTYDIRECTORADE (B&S) (Alternate )
SHRIN. G. JOSHI
SHRIS. K. MAITHANI
SHRISUBHASHGARB (Alternate )
GENERALMANAGER
SHRIA. K. CHADHA( Alternate )
SHRIRAME~HCHANDER
SHRIPRITAMSINGH ( Alternate )
DR C. RAIKUMAR
SHRIH. K. JULKA( Alternate )
SHRIC. B. RANWAL
SHRIR. B. JOSHI(Alternate )
SHRISHRIKANTSHARMA
SHRIS. K. SHARMA(Alternate )
SHRIA. V. TALATI
SHRIH. C. SHAH (Alternate )
SHRIS. THENAGRAJAN
SHRILAKSHMINARASIMHAN(Alternate )
PROPF?C. VARGHESE
SHRIK. GEORGE( Alternate )
DR S. VENKATE~WARLU
Indian Posts and Telegraphs Department, Jab,,pur
Directorate General of Supplies and Disposals, New Delhi
Orissa Cement Ltd, Rajgangpur
Central Electricity Authority, Rural Electrification Directorate.
New Delhi
Rural Electrification Corporation Ltd, New Delhi
Research, Designs and Standards Organization. Lucknow
Indian Hume Pipe Co Ltd, Mumbai
Engineer-in Chiefs Branch, Army Headquarters, New Delht
Hindustan Prefab Ltd. New Delhi
Delhi Vidyut Board Undertaking, New Delhi
National Council for Cement and Buildtng Matenals. New Delhr
Maharashtra State Electricity Board, Mumbai
Punjab State Electricity Board, Patiala
Steel Pipe and Fabrication Works, Vadodara
Tamilnadu State Electricity Board, Chennai
Concrete Products and Construction Compay, Chennai
Structural Engineering Research Centre. Chennai
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Review of Indian Standards
Amendments are issued to standards as the need arises on the basis of comments. Standards are also reviewed
periodically; a standard along with amendments is reaffirmed when such review indicates that no changes are
needed; if the review indicates that changes are needed, it is taken up for revision. Users of Indian Standards
should ascertain that they are in possession of the latest amendments or edition by referring to the latest issue
of ‘BIS Handbook’ and ‘Standa:,ds : Monthly Additions’.
This Indian Standard has been developed from Dot : No. CED 53 (4852).
Amendments Issued Since Publication
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