Overview
Barrier cable systems are innovative solutions designed to enhance safety on highways and bridges. Composed of high-strength cables strategically placed, these systems effectively mitigate risks. They provide both structural support and visual delineation, contributing significantly to safer transportation infrastructure.
STRUCTURAL TECHNOLOGIES offers engineers and contractors a comprehensive range of barrier cable systems and design support services for vehicular and pedestrian barriers. Our systems comply with all International Building Code standards and utilize galvanized 0.5” strands.
We also provide turnkey packages including design, fabrication, and installation
STRUCTURAL TECHNOLOGIES is the exclusive manufacturer of VSL post-tensioning products and construction systems in the United States. Our manufacturing facilities in the United States are certified by PTI’s Plant Certification Program to ensure the highest quality fabrication of materials.
System Advantages
Barrier Cable System Types
We offer a variety of barrier cable systems – with the ability to package total system design, supply, and installation to fit the needs of each project. Our highly trained technicians also provide repair and replacement of existing systems.
External Systems
Installed post-construction with T5 Barrel Anchor systems capped with externally mounted posts or brackets.
Applications
- New Structures
- Retrofit / Existing Structures
Advantages
- Can be Architechturally Enhanced
- Adaptable to As-built Conditions
Internal / Embedded Systems
Uses embedded anchors and sleeves, installed during construction.
Applications
- New Structures
Advantages
- Ease of Installation
- Economical
No Stressing Access Systems
Utilizes specialty barrier cable anchorages where adequate access for stressing systems is limited, such as shear wall locations or for repair conditions.
Applications
- New Structures
- Retrofit / Existing Structures
Advantages
- Aesthetics
- No Backseating Force
Post-Tensioning Engineering Support
STRUCTURAL TECHNOLOGIES’ post-tensioning specialists are committed to bringing innovation to complex projects. Our in-house design professionals have extensive experience in structural design and are active members of technical organizations such as the Post Tensioning Institute (PTI) and the American Concrete Institute (ACI).
Planning
Design
Construction
Featured Case Studies
Whitmore Garage Repair
Post-Tensioning on Texas Skyscraper
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