Tapered plate dowel baskets for saw-cut contraction joints.
The PD3 Basket Assembly offers an unparalleled design that places reinforcement only where it is needed: at the joints. The PD3 Basket Assembly ensures optimal performance by facilitating superior load transfer while optimizing the amount of steel in a concrete flatwork project. The industry proven tapered-plate geometry minimizes joint spalling, eliminates restraint, reduces bearing stresses, and provides generous construction tolerances to allow for misalignment. As a result, you deliver more serviceable saw-cut contraction joints and joint stability measurements of .01 inches (.25mm). Long-term costs are reduced with a continuity of surface profile that eliminates tripping hazards and improves joint filler or sealer performance.
Recommended for saw-cut contraction joints in:
- Concrete slabs on grade
- Concrete pavement
- Concrete flatwork exposed to pedestrian traffic
PD3 is the better choice:
VS. ROUND DOWELS VS. DOUBLE TAPERED BASKETS VS. TEXAS 3'S
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