Adoption Info
Official title 2018 Arkansas High-Strength Steel Bars for Prestressed Concrete Code
Effective dates January 1, 2018 – Present
Adopts with amendments ASTM A722/A722M-15, Standard Specification for Uncoated High-Strength Steel Bars for Prestressing Concrete
Overview The ASTM A722/A722M standard provides comprehensive requirements for the chemical composition, mechanical properties, and dimensions of uncoated high-strength steel bars used for prestressing concrete. It includes guidelines for manufacturing, testing, and quality control to ensure the structural integrity and performance of steel bars used in prestressed concrete structures.
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The 2018 Arkansas High-Strength Steel Bars for Prestressed Concrete Code adopts the ASTM A722/A722M-15 standard with specific amendments tailored to Arkansas’s unique conditions. These modifications ensure that high-strength steel bars used in Arkansas for prestressed concrete meet high standards of safety, performance, and reliability, addressing local environmental and regulatory requirements.
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