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RESTON®STU
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Seismic protection mageba seismic protection devices – for reliable preservation of structures Flendruz Bridge, Switzerland RESTON®STU Shock Transmission Unit prevention, protection, control

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Seismic protection Characteristics & dimensions Principle there is no reduction of the load impacts. However, by locking up in certain extraordinary events, the RESTON®STU devices temporarily change the static system of a structure, e.g. from simply supported to continuously supported elements. mageba RESTON®STU shock transmission units consist of a piston, a piston rod and a cylinder pipe. They are temporary (dynamic) connecting devices allowing free movements during service conditions while locking up during a shock loading from an earthquake or due to traffic/train braking. In such case...

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Seismic protection Properties & benefits Corrosion protection The behaviour of RESTON®STU shock transmission units is completely different for the following two operational situations: mageba proposes standard corrosion protection systems according to EN ISO 12944, with corrosivity category depending on location, environmental conditions and the required degree of protection. • At low velocities, free movement with no load transmission • At high velocity, the full axial design force is transmitted while any movement is locked and restrained Materials The following materials are used by...

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Seismic protection Quality & support Quality Customer support For five decades, mageba products have proven their worth in thousands of structures under the most demanding conditions. In addition to the product properties, the extensive experience of mageba’s well-qualified manufacturing and installation staff also contributes to the high quality and durability of the products. mageba offers supervision of installation for its products all over the world. The supervision is highly recommended to ensure proper installation of the devices and to take benefit of the full mageba guarantee. Our...

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