Why Precast Engineers Trust the Tech Slot
For precast concrete projects, selecting the right insert system is critical to ensuring structural integrity, quality, and long-term reliability. The Tech Slot Insert stands out as a solution engineered for demanding specifications, offering industry-leading adjustability, high-strength, and rigorous testing with conservative published values. Read on to see why engineers trust ALP Supply’s Tech Slot insert for today’s increasingly complex precast projects.
The Tech Slot Insert provides the highest ultimate mechanical capacity available in the industry at 38,000 pounds, and under certain conditions can be achieved in field applications with increased concrete strength and special detailing.
In-Concrete Capacity Increases with Concrete Strength and Anchor Depth
The Tech Slot Insert’s capacity scales with concrete strength. When higher PSI concrete is used, engineers can often adjust the Tech Slot capacity to account for the higher strength. Available in four heights, deeper Tech Slot Inserts offer higher load capacities, providing flexibility for engineers to customize solutions. This flexibility in design allows engineers to tailor the solution to specific applications by adjusting both concrete strength and selecting deeper Tech Slot anchors.
Key Technical Points:
- Higher concrete strength equals increased capacity, ideal for high-strength precast applications.
- Deeper Tech Slot inserts result in higher load capacities, giving engineers flexibility in design.
The ability to scale capacity based on these factors makes the Tech Slot Insert an optimal solution for projects requiring high structural performance.
High Adjustability (5-1/2") Adjustment Regardless of Insert Height
One of the most significant advantages of the Tech Slot Insert is its 5-1/2” slot adjustment. Competitor’s inserts often sacrifice adjustability to increase their capacity. This adjustability allows engineers to make precise on-site adjustments without compromising the capacity of the insert. This is especially valuable in projects where alignment flexibility is crucial, reducing the need for costly rework. Simply put, a higher capacity does not require less adjustability.
Why it Matters
- The 5-1/2” slot adjustment provides engineers with flexibility to adapt to installation challenges without compromising insert capacities.
- Maximum adjustability minimizes the risk of misalignment during installation, saving time and reducing installation costs.
- The insert’s conservative capacities ensure consistent performance regardless of t-nut location, due to published values being the worst-case scenario.
Other Benefits of the Tech Slot Insert
- Comprehensive Testing for Maximum Safety. ALP products undergo comprehensive testing to simulate real-world applications. The Tech Slot Insert has also been tested at common near edge locations to provide lower rated capacities for design. ALP publishes the worst-case scenarios to ensure that the insert performs reliably, regardless of the insert adjustments required in the field.
- Corrosion Resistance for Long-Term Durability. The Tech Slot Insert is designed with a plastic body that minimizes the amount of steel in its design. This significantly reduces the risk of corrosion, ensuring that it remains structurally sound even in challenging environments. The plastic body will not corrode, extending the life of the insert and reducing maintenance costs.
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