Pocketformer with releasable grout ring and tendon, tail gauge and method for using
US9931764B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Apr 20, 2015 |
| Grant date | Apr 3, 2018 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 5, 2036 |
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- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG01B3/28
- WIPO fieldMeasurement
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A pocketformer includes a pocketformer body having a tapered exterior surface. The exterior surface has at least one portion along a length thereof of substantially constant diameter. The pocketformer body has a feature for engaging an anchor base in a concrete structure prior to pouring concrete and a grout ring having a substantially constant inner diameter substantially equal in diameter to the at least one portion. The grout ring has an exterior surface shaped to cause retention of the grout ring in set concrete.
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