Introducing The
By Northford Structural Connections
(U.S. PATENT NO. US8800232)
Finally, a solution to failed double-tee shear connections.
A post-installed flexible connection for seismic and vehicular loading.
Introducing The
By Northford Structural Connections
(U.S. PATENT NO. US8468766 B1)
The DTC replaces the standard slug or erection bar, and is designed to work with all modern connection embedments. The DTC Pro increases the out of plane connection strength of the connection by 100%.
Vehicular Fatigue Loading in traditional connections causes moving and leaking joints, leading to increased weakness and failure.
Our DTFC connection is designed with cyclic loading in mind, and can be installed on existing structures!
The DTFC was designed by industry experts seeking to provide a solution to the familiar precast double-tee garage connection weaknesses and failures due to vehicular fatigue loading.
Finally, a solution for existing precast concrete parking structures!
The connection has successfully been in use for over ten years.
The connection is installed with simple common post installed anchors and techniques. The design includes a small erection bolt to hold the connection in place while post-installed anchors are installed, facilitating construction and easing worker fatigue.
In general, any anchor suitable for seismic loading can be used. However, specific anchors from certain manufacturers allow higher design values and thus allow higher seismic shear loads.
Concrete Strength . Metal Resilience . Connecting Futures
The DTFC & DTC are products of Northford Structural Connections, a privately held company.
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U.S. PATENT NO. US8800232