Supporting structures in tension
Dextra’s Tension Rods systems are usually purchased complete with fork end clevises suitable for connection to the host structure. Typical applications include hangers and supports, cross bracing, and truss tensioning elements. A number of different steel grades and surface finishes are available to fit all project technical and aesthetic requirements.
Customized architectural solutions for outstanding projects
- Design Support: Dextra can support and advise in the early stages of a project, through to completion. BIM and CAD tools are available to aid the integration of the Dextra system into the structure.
- Three grades of carbon steel are available up to a yield strength of 700 Mpa. Higher grades result in a more cost effective solution with smaller bar diameters and easier installation.
- Two grades of a full stainless steel range with thread diameters M16 to M98 are also available, should this be required by the aesthetics of the project.
- 20 different rod thread sizes in various steel grades.
- Length adjustment is possible at the turnbuckle for all diameters, as well as at each Fork and Spade to match site requirements.
- Design references: EN 1993 (Eurocode 3).
Wide range
3+2 steel grade available
in 20 diameters.
Engineering support
Dextra engineers available for
support and advice
Full Traceability
Full identification from drawing
to individual part labelling.
Benefits
- Optimization at every step! Our strong experience in architectural systems allow us to optimize your assemblies based on a number of parameters such as design load, serviceability considerations, ease of installation, appearance, corrosion resistance, etc.
- Both short and long tendons are available by connecting individual bars with couplers or turnbuckles. (Dextra has delivered tendons over 50m in length!).
- Excellent packing standards with rods and accessories safely lashed in containers.
Related Projects
Related solutions
Very high-tensile post-tensioning bar system based on smooth bars with cold-rolled threaded ends. Suits even the most demanding applications.
High-tensile PT system based on fully-threaded bars which can be cut and reconnected at any point. Preferred for temporary applications.
Expertise
At every moment of your customer journey, Dextra teams dedicate themselves to the production of smart construction solutions that allow our customers to reach higher productivity and safety levels on their construction sites.
Dextra holds physical stocks on several continents, complemented in each country by the local inventories of our distributors. With this extended network, Dextra makes sure our products are always at reach no matter where our partners are.
For solutions that require to be customized, Dextra can also go beyond our standard delivery times and offer accelerated delivery schemes. Consult us for more information.
From 3 major industrial sites located in Bangkok (Thailand), Guangzhou (China), and Pune (India), Dextra completely owns its manufacturing facilities and processes. This allows us to have complete control over the timing of our operations and the quality of the solutions produced.
An independently accredited material testing laboratory, accredited to ISO-IEC17025, is located at Dextra’s main Bangkok factory, allowing the testing of material and products.
Dextra aims to supply products that exceed the most demanding international technical approvals and it is our goal to create maximum customer satisfaction by complying with our clients’ needs and specified requirements.