Standard Specifications and Code of Practice for Road Bridges, Section IX — Bearings, Part III: POT, PIN, Metallic Guide and Plane Sliding Bearings (First Revision) 2018 Edition
The 2018 edition of IRC 83 Part 3 outlines detailed standards and guidelines for the design, production, installation, inspection, and upkeep of Pot, Pin, Metallic Guide, and Plane Sliding Bearings used in highway bridges. It is intended for professionals focused on ensuring bearing reliability under ultimate limit state scenarios, emphasizing material criteria, load capacity, corrosion prevention, and quality management.
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The 2018 edition of IRC 83 Part 3 outlines detailed standards and guidelines for the design, production, installation, inspection, and upkeep of Pot, Pin, Metallic Guide, and Plane Sliding Bearings used in highway bridges. It is intended for professionals focused on ensuring bearing reliability under ultimate limit state scenarios, emphasizing material criteria, load capacity, corrosion prevention, and quality management.
Audience
Who Uses This Standard
Bridge Structural Designers
Civil Structural Engineers
Manufacturers of Bridge Bearings
Quality Assurance Inspectors
Construction Site Supervisors
Bridge Maintenance Specialists
Public Infrastructure Authorities
Contents
Key Topics Covered
✓Design criteria for Pot, Pin, Metallic Guide, and Plane Sliding Bearings
✓Material standards including PTFE and UHMWPE for sliding interfaces
✓Load resistance and ultimate limit state analysis
✓Procedures for bearing installation and selection of bedding materials
✓Standards for corrosion prevention and protective coatings
✓Protocols for inspection, testing, and certification
✓Design and spacing guidelines for anchor bolts and shear studs
✓Manufacturing precision and quality control measures
✓Seal design to prevent moisture penetration
✓Assembly details of sliding surfaces and welding techniques
✓Load testing methods including proof load verification
✓Management of horizontal forces and moments
✓Traceability of raw materials with mill test certifications
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Table of Contents
1Scope and Application
2Symbols and Terminology
3Specifications for Materials
4Design Guidelines
5Manufacturing Processes and Assembly
6Installation Techniques and Bedding Selection
7Inspection Methods and Testing Procedures
8Certification Requirements and Marking
9Fixings and Anchorage Design
10Maintenance and Accessibility Considerations
AnnexureSafety Factors and Design Calculations
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?Which materials are approved for use as sliding surfaces in Pot and Pin bearings under this standard?▼
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?What are the recommended installation and bedding practices to ensure effective load transfer in bridge bearings?▼
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?What specifications govern the design of anchor bolts and shear studs in bridge bearing applications?▼
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?Which inspection and testing protocols must be followed for the acceptance of bearings?▼
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?How does the code specify corrosion protection methods for metallic parts of bridge bearings?▼
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