One piece molded post-tension tendon pocket former with push in retention tabs and method of use thereof
US11927012B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Dec 20, 2021 |
| Grant date | Mar 12, 2024 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 22, 2042 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC E)Fixed Constructions
- CPC primaryE04G17/065
- WIPO fieldCivil engineering
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
A one-piece post-tension tendon pocket former includes a pocket section configured to create a pocket in an edge of concrete, a formwork securing mechanism connected to the second end of the pocket section configured to secure the second end of the pocket section to a formwork, and an anchor securing mechanism. The anchor securing mechanism is configured to secure the pocket section to a post-tension tendon anchor with at least one fastener hole and includes an anchor sealing portion and at least one retention tab. The anchor sealing portion is configured to seal the pocket section to the post-tension tendon anchor. Each of the at least one retention tab extends from a side of the pocket section and is configured to be secured in one of the at least one fastener holes for securing the seal between the anchor sealing portion and the post-tension tendon anchor.
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