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How do you build a prestressed concrete bridge beam. Ppt global prestressed concrete strand pc strand market. Prestressed concrete is a form of concrete used in construction. Npca provides industry leadership by promoting precast concrete, identifying opportunities, addressing challenges to the industry, and supporting and developing member success. Letter concerning presentation at navalbase, tallahassee, april 1950. Prestressed concrete decks are commonly used for bridges with spans between 25m and 450m and provide economic, durable and aesthetic solutions in most situations where bridges are needed. Prestressed concrete is a type of reinforced concrete in which steel has been tensioned against the concrete.
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