Innovative ways of transferring shear forces between large RC members through the use of Egcodorn® shear dowels!
Expansion joints are a common way of allowing controlled movement in reinforced concrete structures and therefore prevent cracking within the concrete. In large concrete members, this poses the question - how to ensure the load transfer from one side of the joint to the other?
The use of MAX FRANK Egcodorn® shear dowels enabled the project team to progress the development according to the planned schedule - and successfully solved this challenge!
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