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The panels interlock with a user-friendly tongue-and-groove design at the base of a 6-inch wide cavity that forms the concrete beam, or "joist" which creates the structural support member of the entire system. Rebar is placed in each joist, as required, and shoring is spaced every 6 to 8 feet as required by an engineered design. The thickness of the Lite-Deck material and/or the concrete slab poured on top of the panel determines the height of the concrete joist and the unsupported span of the deck. Lite-Deck is available in a variety of thickness’ from 6 to 16-inches.
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Specs
To provide the load-bearing strength for a wide range of applications, panels are provided which produce concrete joist depths of 6", 8", 10", 12", 14", and 16" (including a minimum 2" concrete cover). Custom depths can be provided with some restrictions. A minimum 2-inch thick cover is required to provide full joist depth and strength. The joist width and other dimensions do not change. Conventional structural engineering is used to determine the appropriate concrete joist depth for each application. Panels are provided to within 1/2" of lengths specified.
American PolySteel has developed a basic engineering design table, shoring guidelines, and multiple-span estimating tables that represent the most comprehensive technical support available. Click on the Estimating Guidelines link located in the yellow section above.
Details
Insulating Panels: 1.25 lb density Expanded Polystyrene, modified bead
Stiffeners: 18 gauge steel C channel, continuous every 12" on center
Nominal R-Value: R-30 by calculation for 6" depth panel
Dimensions
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Double Wide Panel
- Reduces handling
and job site labor - Available in all depths and lengths
Engineer Specs
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Lite-Deck Installation Guide
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