Practice Advisory 8: Don’t be undone – anchor your spiral
- Abbreviation
- Practice Advisory 8
- Valid from
- 1/12/2016
- Information provider
- Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment
- Information type
- Practice advisory
- Format
- Website
Description
Spiral reinforcing in circular columns and piles is not being anchored or properly spliced in many cases.
It is essential for spiral reinforcing to be anchored and spliced properly to ensure it doesn't unravel under seismic conditions.
This technical guidance helps you understand how to strengthen columns and piles to prevent structural failure.
Scope
This Practice Advisory includes:
- Issues of concern
- Acceptable practice
- References