Title:
Concrete Q&A: Greased Deformed Bars versus Smooth Dowels
Author(s):
Publication:
Concrete International
Volume:
44
Issue:
10
Appears on pages(s):
72
Keywords:
joint, pavement, contraction, panel
DOI:
10.14359/51737259
Date:
10/1/2022
Abstract:
The transverse joint detail on a concrete pavement project called for smooth dowel bars. Due to unavailability of such bars, the general contractor directed the concrete contractor to use greased deformed reinforcing bars instead. Will the greased deformed bars work as an equivalent to smooth dowels in contraction joints?
Related References:
1. ACI Committee 325, “Guide for Design of Jointed Concrete Pavements for Streets and Local Roads (ACI 325.12R-02) (Reapproved 2019),” American Concrete Institute, Farmington Hills, MI, 2002, 32 pp.