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Why does PROFIS limit cast-in anchor embedments to be so short?

Posted by FOSTER POPKENover 2 years ago
Why does PROFIS limit cast-in anchor embedments to be so short?

PROFIS will only allow me to embed 2"Ø cast-in anchor bolts 25". I believe I should be able to go up to 50"

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Posted by Ashley Couronover 2 years ago
Hilti Verified

Hi Foster,

The embedment depth limitation of 25” comes from ACI 318-19 Section 17.6.2.2.3. The software will not perform calculations beyond the limitations in the code.

Regards,
Ashley

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