Structural bearings mageba structural bearings – mastering loads and movements Glattalbahn Viaduct, Switzerland RESTON®POT bearings well-proven, versatile, durable

Structural bearings   Design and types Principle mageba RESTON®POT bearings ensure the controlled transfer of loads between a structure’s superstructure and its substructure. They also accommodate rotations about any axis and – where appropriate – movements of the superstructure. RESTON®POT bearings are generally suitable for use in any type of structure, and can be subjected to low or high loading and frequent movements and rotations. mageba RESTON®POT bearings are designed and manufactured, per customer requirements, in accordance with relevant standards such as EN 1337, AASHTO, BS 5400, AS...

Structural bearings   Properties and installation Anchoring Depending on design, bearings are connected to the superstructure and substructure by means of anchor dowels or threaded sockets, or by anchor plates with shear studs. Anchor dowels are suitable for the transmission of horizontal forces in the case of guided sliding (TE) and fixed (TF) bearings. Threaded sockets are suitable for free sliding (TA) bearings without anchor plates. RESTON®POT bearings must be handled with proper care during unloading and installation. Sliding surfaces, movement indicators and corrosion protection are particularly...

Structural bearings Quality and support Quality Optional features Over the past five decades, mageba has supplied over 50,000 structural bearings for projects all around the world. The quality and durability of mageba bearings is thus ensured not only by their well-proven product properties, but also by the extensive experience of our personnel. Depending on customer and national requirements, RESTON®POT bearings can additionally be equipped with the following features: Quotations are provided on the basis of the types and numbers of bearing required. If desired, mageba can determine the types...