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PFEIFER column shoe system

PFEIFER
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With its variable screw system the

PFEIFER PSF column shoe simplifies
planning and shortens delivery times

Columns can be rigidly connected to

the foundations very well with the
support shoe system.

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Even rigid beam column connections are possible with this system.
This enables the designer to optimise
the moment capacity for the beams
and columns, meaning that this type
of construction can be just as costeffective as steel construction. The
beams and columns represents a
real breakthrough for the reinforced
concrete construction.

Foundations are accurately laser-positioned on the foundation course and

roughly adjusted for height. Then
once the gaps have been filled and
compacted, the columns are simply
set up on the prepared foundation
anchors and connecting bolts and
adjusted to be accurately perpendicular.

As it is possible to separate the

precast columns from the precast
foundation plates, transport can be
used very effectively and intensively,
which in turn enables the costs of
transportation to be considerably
reduced.

Advantages for the constructor

Earlier use of the building complex, giving an earlier
return on the investment
Cost-effective solution based on the use of standard
components.
Maximum speed of erection, as the planning and construction
of the building can take place in the shortest time possible.
Assembly can also be performed under adverse weather
conditions, as the load bearing connection only needs the
components to be bolted together.

Advantages for the planner

Flexibility right up to the last minute, as the correct length of connecting
bolt can simply be screwed in right at the end with no need for welding
Type approval of the components means total planning safety.
The same design values for tension and compression during
assembly as well, and with the PDK foundation anchor this also
applies for very thin foundations "off-the-shelf" and floor slabs.
"Made in Germany" all materials comply with German
standards and regulations.

Advantages for the precast company

Fast delivery of parts for installation, as they only need to be
finished off with off-the-shelf components.
No delays even if the bar lengths are decided at the last
minute.
Parts are delivered in packaging which is ideal in terms of
logistics no bulky objects for installation taking up large
amounts of warehouse space
Finished parts can be assembled and installed regardless of
the weather, even under snowy or frosty conditions.

Advantages for the purchasing department

Fast delivery times since we only need to supply standard
parts that are always kept in stock.
Cost-effective parts for installation since individually welded
column shoes are not required.
As the components in the system simply need to be selected
and put together, there is no longer any need for long lead
times.

The new PFEIFER column shoe PSF:

Flexible planning and ordering,
and lightning-fast delivery of system
components which are always
kept in stock.

Advantages
Increased installation
tolerances
As the continuity bars are
assembled with standard
components, their lengths
can be chosen just before delivery, offering incredible flexibility.
The same tensile forces and
compressive forces during
assembly and in the final state.
Fast delivery times are possible
since only standard parts are
used, that are always kept in
stock.
All components are typeapproved, so there is no
need for time-consuming and expensive
design calculations.

The PFEIFER column shoe system is

manufactured in Germany according
to the current German welding regulations using appropriate standardised
materials.
PFEIFER has both a comprehensive
form of verification for welding and
certification as a company according
to DIN ISO 9001:2008.

These products are developed and

manufactured in Memmingen. In the
process, we neither import labourintensive parts from low-wage countries nor move jobs to low-wage
countries. For us, "Made in Germany"
stands not only for quality, safety
and reliability we also maintain
and create skilled jobs in a modern,
rational production environment.
With your planning and purchasing
decisions for Pfeifer quality products
"Made in Germany", you are also
contributing to the maintenance of
Germany as an industrial economy.

With German manufacture you can

rely on rapid delivery.
9 Delivery on time
A PFEIFER office in your immediate
area will provide you with full
assistance.
9 Customer service
You will be able to consult a team
of engineers at our head office.
9 Consultation service
With PFEIFER, you will be dealing
with a company that can also supply
all the other products needed for
precast construction work.
9 Logistics benefits

PFEIFER column shoe

Article no. 05.335/05.336

Connection Systems
Column shoe
The type static approved PSF and
PGM column shoes are used for load
bearing rigid connections in particular
the simple between precast columns
and foundations. The advantages of
this system are rapid assembly of the
columns without the need for temporary bracing during installation.

some extent, all designs constructed

with these methods are more costand labour intensive. The solution
with the column shoe system offers
the advantage of fast, simple and
safe fixing of the columns to the
foundation.

Sleeve foundations are a thing of the

past, as are columns that already
have match-cast foundations. To
Material:
Reinforcing steel bar B500 A/B
Structural steel

Type PGM

Type

1)

The weights are generally specified

for a overlap length based on
concrete grade C 30/37 and good
bonding conditions.

Reference no.

Design resistance
NRd
[kN]

D*

ds1

ds2

G1)

[mm]

[mm]

[mm]

[mm]

[mm]

[mm]

[kg]

PSF 16
PSF 20
PSF 24
PSF 30-1
PSF 30-2
PSF 36

05.335.162.301.00
05.335.202.301.00
05.335.242.301.00
05.335.302.301.01
05.335.302.301.02
05.335.362.301.00

68
97
139
220
299
436

100
126
148
155
171
200

97
138
163
200
200
270

26
30
35
40
45
50

20
25
30
35
45
50

12
14
16
20
25
28

12
12
12
12
16
16

2,9
4,9
8,5
14,6
23,8
38,1

PGM 42
PGM 48
PGM 56

05.336.390
05.336.480
05.336.650

on enquiry
on enquiry
on enquiry

200
250
280

52
58
65

45
50
60

32
40
40

28
28
32

56,0
96,5
121,9

Example of an order for 30 PFEIFER column shoes PSF 24:

30 pcs. PSF 24 for concrete grade C30/37 and good bonding conditions; ref. no. 05.335.242.301.00

* table 4 "assembly tolerances"

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The safe solution with PFEIFER PGS

foundation anchors:
the PVB connecting bolts are only
screwed in shortly before assembly.
Advantages
Safety since the bolt is only screwed in shortly before
assembly, there is no risk of damage.
Safety with no risk of damage to building machinery tyres
Safety with no protruding bolts getting in the way on the
construction site
Easy installation of the foundation anchors in the foundation
with the PFEIFER socket solution, which requires only a simple
steel framework construction as template.
The threaded/tapped sockets of the foundation anchors are
easy to protect with bolts or plastic caps.

Our specially trained

and skilled welding technicians guarantee that all
welding work is carried out to
the highest quality standards.

PFEIFER PGS Foundation anchors

Article no. 05.337

Connection Systems
Foundation anchors
The static type approved PFEIFER
PGS Foundation Anchors are used
to anchor tensile and compressive
forces in the foundations. Their main
application is in the anchoring of
columns, where they are used in
conjunction with PFEIFER column
shoes.

The PGS foundation anchors using

the familiar PFEIFER socket technology are much more advantageous for
the building process than protruding
threaded bolts.
Installation is easily performed with a
flexurally rigid template. As the highstrength threaded bolts are only screwed in when the column is erected,
they are still fully as-new then.

Material:
M

Type L

Reinforcing steel bar B500 A/B

Structural steel

Type L 4

Type L B

M
D
M

LB

L
dBr
dS

dS

bB

dS

Type B on request

1)

Standard specification with anchoring

length for C20/25, good bonding
conditions. Different lengths available
on request.

2)

Minimum design dimension. Differing,

greater dimensions LB can be individually made.

Size/type

Reference no.

Design resistance
NRd
[kN]

Thread
M
[mm]

L1)

LB2)

ds

Weight

[mm]

[mm]

[mm]

[mm]

[kg]

PGS 16 L
PGS 20 L
PGS 24 L

05.337.162.2
05.337.202.2
05.337.242.2

68
97
139

16
20
24

440
570
700

175
200
220

12
14
16

30
35
40

1,24
1,91
3,28

PGS 30 L
PGS 36 L
PGS 42 L

05.337.302.2
05.337.362.2
05.337.422.2

299
436
546

30
36
42

900
1210
1390

325
365
415

25
28
32

50
60
70

8,82
14,26
21,97

PGS 48 L
PGS 56 L

05.337.482.2
05.337.562.2

672
910

48
56

1650
1880

505
505

40
40

80
90

38,60
50,51

PGS 20 L4
PGS 24 L4

05.337.202.4
05.337.242.4

97
139

20
24

410
490

10
12

35
40

1,50
2,71

PGS 30 L4
PGS 36 L4

05.337.302.4
05.337.362.4

299
436

30
36

700
860

16
20

50
60

6,19
10,94

PGS 42 L4
PGS 48 L4
PGS 56 L4

05.337.422.4
05.337.482.4
05.337.562.4

546
672
910

42
48
56

920
1210
1210

25
25
32

70
80
90

18,31
24,41
40,57

Example of an order for 60 PFEIFER foundation anchors PGS 36 L4 with a design resistance of NRd = 436 kN:
60 pcs PGS 36 L4 ref. no. 05.337.362.4
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PFEIFER PH-MU female bar

Article no. 05.320

Connection Systems
Female bar
The building-authority approved
PFEIFER PH-MU female bars are
intended for anchoring tensile and
compressive forces. In the context
of the column shoe system they are
used in particular for column splices
because of the low space requirement. It is easy to use them in the
reinforcement of the lower column
and then the upper column can be
easily placed and bolted with the
help of the column shoes.

General
building
regulations
DIBT
approval

Installation is done with a flexurally

rigid template. High-strength PVB
threaded bolts are only screwed in
when the columns are erected.

Material:
Socket made of special grade
precision steel tube,

LG

swaged on with reinforcing steel

bar B500 A/B, black

L
L1

dS

Note:
Reduced design resistances must be taken
into account.
The full design resistance of the
columns shoes cannot be used.

Type

Reference no.

Design resistance
NRd
[kN]

Thread
M
[mm]

L*

L1

dS

LG

Weight

[mm]

[mm]

[mm]

[mm]

[kg]

PH-MU 12
PH-MU 12
PH-MU 12

05.320.122.057
05.320.122.080
05.320.122.150

49,5
49,5
49,5

16
16
16

570
800
1500

520
750
1450

12
12
12

20
20
20

0,57
0,78
1,40

PH-MU 16
PH-MU 16
PH-MU 16

05.320.162.102
05.320.162.144
05.320.162.200

87,4
87,4
87,4

20
20
20

1020
1440
2000

955
1375
1935

16
16
16

24
24
24

1,75
2,42
3,30

PH-MU 20
PH-MU 20
PH-MU 20

05.320.202.128
05.320.202.180
05.320.202.300

136,6
136,6
136,6

24
24
24

1280
1800
3000

1195
1715
2915

20
20
20

32
32
32

3,45
4,73
7,69

PH-MU 25
PH-MU 25
PH-MU 25

05.320.252.160
05.320.252.226
05.320.252.360

213,4
213,4
213,4

30
30
30

1600
2260
3600

1497
2157
3497

25
25
25

40
40
40

6,70
9,24
14,50

PH-MU 28
PH-MU 28
PH-MU 28

05.320.282.179
05.320.282.253
05.320.282.360

267,7
267,7
267,7

36
36
36

1790
2530
3600

1666
2406
3476

28
28
28

42
42
42

9,47
13,05
18,22

Example of an order for 50 PFEIFER PH-MU 28 with a design resistance of NRd = 267.7 kN and length 2530 mm:
50 pcs. PH-MU 28 with L = 2530 mm; ref. no. 05.320.282.253
* Different lengths available on request.
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PFEIFER PVB/PGV Connecting Bolts

Article no. 05.339

Connection Systems
Connecting bolts
PFEIFER connecting bolts consist of a
threaded bolt with two nuts and two
washers and are used for load bearing
connections between PFEIFER column
shoes and the corresponding foundation anchors.

As the column rests on a single point

on a previously height-adjusted pack
of steel shim plates, vertical alignment is performed by adjusting the
height of the nuts on the connecting
bolt under the column shoe. In the
case of larger columns, this is done
with extended spanners or with hammer tools.

Material:
Threaded bolts: high-strength, plain
bare metal. Nuts: high-strength, black
Washers: black

ISW

SW

M
Size

Reference no.

Design resistance
NRd
[kN]

Thread
M
[mm]

ISW

D (washer)

[mm]

Nut
SW
[mm]

[mm]

PVB 16
PVB 20
PVB 24

05.339.016.140.2
05.339.020.160.2
05.339.024.175.2

68
97
139

M 16
M 20
M 24

150
170
185

PVB 30
PVB 36

05.339.030.210.2
05.339.036.230.2

299
436

M 30
M 36

PGV 42
PGV 48
PGV 56

05.339.042.260.2
05.339.048.285.2
05.339.056.330.2

546
672
910

M 42
M 48
M 56

[mm]

[kg]

8
8
8

24
30
36

38
46
55

0,25
0,45
0,70

220
240

10
10

46
55

65
80

1,35
2,35

270
295
340

14
14
14

65
75
85

78
92
105

3,90
5,60
8,70

Example of an order for 20 connecting bolts PVB 24 with a design resistance of 139 kN:
20 pcs. PVB 24; ref. no. 05.339.024.170.02

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Where protruding bolts are not a problem and cannot be damaged,

the one-piece solution is simpler and more cost-effective.
Advantages
Planning safety due to building-authority approval
Cost-effective alternative to the existing socket
connecting bolt system
Can be used in areas where bolts protruding from
the foundation are not a hindrance.
Small anchor lengths
The same tensile and compressive force transmission,
even with the thinnest floor and foundation slabs,
from the upper second anchor plate with type PDK
technically mature
small overall heights
General
building
regulations
DIBT
approval

Tensile force
Compressive
force
Moments due
to wind etc.

General
building
regulations
DIBT
approval

General
building
regulations
DIBT
approval

Tensile force
Compressive
force
Moments due
to wind etc.

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PFEIFER PEK Foundation anchors

Article no. 05.331

NEW
Connection Systems
Foundation anchor type PEK
The PFEIFER PEK foundation anchors,
which have building authority approval, are authorised only for anchoring
tensile forces in concrete structural
elements, for example foundations.
Their main application is in combination with PFEIFER column shoes.
Installation is easily performed with a
hole template. The upper one of the

two nuts is removed, with its washer,

just before installation and the precast
unit, usually a precast column, is
placed in position.
Then the nut with its washer is
screwed back onto the anchor,
resulting in an immediate load bearing
connection.

General
building
regulations
DIBT
approval

Material:
Reinforcing steel bar B500 A/B
e

L
l1

Size/type

PEK 16
PEK 20
PEK 24
PEK 30

Reference no.

05.331.162.11
05.331.202.11
05.331.242.11
05.331.302.11

Design resistance
NRd, S [kN]
fr Stahlversagen

ds

l1

Nut
SW
[mm]

Weight

[mm]

Thread
M
[mm]

[mm]

[mm]

[mm]

[mm]

[kg]

61,4
95,7
138,6
220,0

280
350
430
500

16
20
25
32

105
115
130
150

175
235
300
350

16
20
24
30

24
30
36
46

38
46
55
65

0,9
1,2
2,2
3,7

Example of an order for 200 foundation anchors PEK 24:

200 pcs. PEK 24; ref. no. 05.331.242.11

The design resistance for concrete break-out and splitting is

to be determined on the basis of the applicable approval in
accordance with the current boundary conditions.

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PFEIFER PDK Foundation anchors

Article no. 05.331

Connection Systems
Foundation anchor type PDK
PFEIFER PDK foundation anchors,
which have building authority approval, are intended for anchoring tensile
and compressive forces from varying
fixing moments in thin foundation
slabs. The innovative design enables
them to bear high loads even in very
thin constructions such as floor
areas. Their main application is in
combination with PFEIFER column
shoes.

General
building
regulations
DIBT
approval

Installation is easily performed with a

hole template. The upper one of the
two nuts is removed, with its washer,
just before installation and the precast
unit, usually a precast column, is
placed in position. Then the nut with
its washer is screwed back onto the
anchor, resulting in an immediate load
bearing connection.

Material:
D1

high-strength round material

D2
dS

D2

Size/type

Reference no.

Design resistance
NRd, S [kN]
fr Stahlversagen

ds

D2

Nut
SW
[mm]

D1

Weight

[mm]

Thread
M
[mm]

[mm]

[mm]

[mm]

[mm]

[kg]

PDK 16
PDK 20
PDK 24

05.331.162.12
05.331.202.12
05.331.242.12

83,3
130,7
188,0

290
360
430

16
20
24

110
120
130

40
50
60

16
20
24

24
30
36

38
46
55

0,76
1,48
2,56

PDK 30
PDK 36
PDK 42

05.331.302.12
05.331.362.12
05.331.422.12

299,3
435,3
598,0

640
750
885

30
36
42

150
160
170

85
100
115

30
36
42

46
55
65

65
80
78

5,99
10,00
15,00

PDK 48
PDK 56

05.331.482.12
05.331.562.12

786,0
1082,7

1015
1215

48
56

190
210

130
150

48
56

75
85

92
105

23,00
37,00

Example of an order for 150 foundation anchors PDK 42:

150 pcs. PDK 42; ref. no. 05.331.422.12

The design resistance for concrete break-out and splitting is

to be determined on the basis of the applicable approval in
accordance with the current boundary conditions.

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PFEIFER PGS Foundation anchors

Type G
Article no. 05.331

Connection Systems
Foundation anchor type G
PFEIFER PGS type G foundation
anchors are approved by the building
authorities and are used for anchoring
tensile and compressive forces in the
foundations. They are mainly used for
the anchoring of columns, where they
are installed in conjunction with
PFEIFER column shoes.
Installation is easily performed with
a hole template.

General
building
regulations
DIBT
approval

Material:

Just before assembly the upper nuts

and washers are removed and the
precast component is placed in
position.
After next bolting the columns shoes
and foundation anchors together the
result is an immediate load bearing
connection.

Reinforcing steel bar B500 A/B

high-strength threaded bolts

SW
e

e
LB

Type G2

Type G3
Type GB
L

dS

dBr

Type GB
b

Type GB on request
Size/type

Reference no.

dS

dS

Type G2

Type G3

Design resistance
NRd
[kN]

L1)

LB2)

ds

Nut
SW
[mm]

[mm]

Thread
M
[mm]

[mm]

[mm]

[mm]

[mm]

[kg]

PGS 24 G2
PGS 30 G2
PGS 36 G2

05.331.242.2
05.331.302.2
05.331.362.2

139
299
436

845
980
1215

350
470
535

16
25
28

140
155
180

24
30
36

36
46
55

44
56
66

2,34
4,37
7,46

PGS 42 G2
PGS 48 G2
PGS 56 G2

05.331.422.2
05.331.482.2
05.331.562.2

546
672
910

1430
1460
1865

595
700
725

32
40
40

190
205
230

42
48
56

65
75
85

78
92
105

11,07
20,34
30,37

PGS 24 G3
PGS 30 G3
PGS 36 G3

05.331.242.3
05.331.302.3
05.331.362.3

139
299
436

705
850
995

14
20
25

140
155
180

24
30
36

36
46
55

44
56
66

3,45
7,02
12,62

PGS 42 G3
PGS 48 G3
PGS 56 G3

05.331.422.3
05.331.482.3
05.331.562.3

546
672
910

1165
1255
1385

28
32
40

190
205
230

42
48
56

65
75
85

78
92
105

19,40
29,60
48,88

300 pcs. PGS 36 G3; ref. no. 05.331.362.3

1)

Standard specification with anchoring length for C20/25, good bonding conditions.
Different lengths available on request.

2)

Minimum design dimension. Differing, greater dimensions LB can be

individually made.

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General installation instructions

Pfeifer column shoe system

ring to existing formwork or reinforFig. 2

cement to prevent moving or twisting.
Particular care is required during the
pouring and compaction of the concrete. Checking the anchor position
immediately after concreting and
Application notes:
before the concrete has hardened will
further increase the quality of the
The PFEIFER column shoes are used together with the PFEIFER foundation
anchors, to anchor precast reinforced concrete columns by means of a bolted workmanship.
connection. The column shoes are installed in the corners or longitudinal
sides of rectangular, or alternatively also round, precast columns, while the
foundation anchors are anchored in precast foundations, base plates or
column heads. The connection, which comprises the column shoe and the
foundation anchor, enables the formation of both hinged and rigid connecAfter the concrete has hardened, all the formwork and template components
tions. In the case of columns designed as hinged connected columns, tensile are removed (Figure 3). Depending on the time at which the columns are
and compressive forces can be absorbed by all column shoes during assem- installed and the anchor version used, the threaded sockets should be approbly. This makes it possible to do without temporary bracing and assembly
priately protected by bolts or plugs. For anchor types with protruding bolts it
aids during construction.
is worthwhile to clean them after the concreting and screw on their nuts and
The PFEIFER PSF Column Shoes comprise a solid base plate with a large
special washers so that they do not become lost. Care should always be
central hole for attachment to the foundation anchors and three smaller holes taken to ensure that all threads are undamaged and no bolts are deformed.
with an internal thread. These are where the anchoring bars (continuation bars
from the building authorities-approved PFEIFER PH range of continuation
components) are screwed in prior to assembly of the column shoes and
firmly tightened. It is important here that the thread of the continuation bar is
Fig. 3
fully screwed into the base plate with locking pliers, as this ensures that the
forces are safely and reliably transferred through the screw connection. In the
assembled state (assembly joints not yet mortar-filled) the column shoes are
tightened onto the foundation anchors by means of nuts/locknuts and washers
to form a load bearing connection. In this state, the column shoes can be
subjected to their full load-bearing capacity for tensile or compressive loads.
For the final state, the assembly joints underneath the column and the installation recesses are poured in with low-shrinkage casting mortar. The casting
mortar used must at least comply with the strength grade of the column
concrete. Once this cast mortar has hardened, the concrete cross-section can
be rated according to the standard rules for reinforced concrete construction.

Installation of the foundation anchors

Competent and careful installation of the PFEIFER foundation anchors is vital
for the functioning of the system. Take care to ensure accurately positioned
and vertical installation. The following describes the main points for installing
the anchors.
Before the PFEIFER anchors are installed they must be checked for completeness. Replacing components is not permissible.
A template made for the project is used in the installation of the anchors into
the foundation formwork (see "Making the installation template")
(Figure 1).

Fig. 1

Installation of the column shoes

The column shoes are installed with accurate positioning with the aid of a
suitable template (see Making the installation template) with the same
spacing as the anchors (Figure 4). To prevent undesired movement during
the concreting, suitable fixing means must be used. For this, we recommend
using PFEIFER recessing blocks (dimensions in Table 3) with the corresponding retaining bushes. Here too, long anchor bars require additional securing
to existing formwork or reinforcement to prevent movement.
Fig. 4
Recessing block

If the installation recesses are not filled with casting mortar, the proportion
of the surface of the recesses needs to be subtracted from the column cross
section for calculating the bearing capacity of the cross section in compression. In addition, the column shoes must be protected against corrosion by
appropriate means such as protective coatings. The load-bearing capacity of
the column shoes is verified and static type approved for primarily static loads
from positive or negative normal forces. Even in the assembly state, the same
design values can be applied to each PSF column shoe for tensile and compressive loads.

PDK
Retaining bush

PGS-L

PGS-G/PEK

Then the template is positioned as required in the formwork and prevented from
moving by a suitable holding structure. Long anchors require additional secu-

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Fixing screw

When column shoes are used in the longitudinal sides,

recessing blocks are available for installing at the side.

In determining the pattern for anchors

and column shoes, the required
concrete cover according to the existing exposure class must be taken
into account (Figure 5). XC1 is applied
as the standard exposure class.
The resulting minimum dimensions
for the columns can be seen in Table
2. The minimum concrete cover cnom
should be adapted if other exposure
classes are used.

Manufacturing the
installation template

Fig. 5
c
s

ds1
ds2

Table 2: Minimum dimensions for columns

Type

PSF 16
PSF 20
PSF 24
PSF 30-1
PSF 30-2
PSF 36

[mm]
35
40
50

[mm]
15
15
14

Minimum column edge length

for c = 20 mm
[mm]
225
285
320

50
50
60

16
13
16

375
375
485

Fig. 7

It must always be ensured that the

templates for fixing the column shoes
(precast components) match those
for the foundation anchors (usually
on the building site). We therefore
recommend making the matching pair
of templates together (Figure 7).
Depending on the size of the column
shoes or foundation anchors, sufficiently stiff wooden boards or steel
plates should be used here.

Installation of the connecting bolts

The connecting bolts are used in conjunction with the socket-type foundation
anchors or female bars. Before the bolts are screwed in, remove the protective
caps and check the internal thread, cleaning it if necessary (Figure 8). Using
an Allen key the bolts can be simply screwed in. The screw depth provided is
2 x thread diameter. The resulting bolt protrusion values can be seen in Table
5 (Figure 9).

Formwork accessories
Polystyrene recessing blocks according to Table 3 and Figure 6 are recommended for the PFEIFER Column Shoes. They ensure that the minimum
concrete cover of c = 20 mm is provided for the column shoe base plate.
For a greater concrete cover, further polystyrene strips are added to
supplement the polystyrene blocks.
Table 3: PSF recessing block (Fig. 6)

Table 5: Bolt protrusion

Type

Protrusion PPGS
[mm]

Protrusion PPH
[mm]

PVB 16
PVB 20
PVB 24

126
140
150

130
146
153

l1
[mm]

l2
[mm]

Radius R
[mm]

h
[mm]

[]

Corner installation
PSF 16
05.235.016.0.01
PSF 20
05.235.020.0.01
PSF 24
05.235.024.0.01
PSF 30-1 05.235.030.1.01
PSF 30-2 05.235.030.2.01
PSF 36
05.235.036.0.01

PVB 30
PVB 36
PGV 42

175
186
207

180
198

80
80
93
76
103
92

103
117
134
141
143
164

25,5
32
35,5
42,5
45
51

85
95
105
130
130
160

80
80
80
40
80
42

PGV 48
PGV 56

223
256

Side installation
PSF 16
05.235.016.0.02
PSF 20
05.235.020.0.02
PSF 24
05.235.024.0.02
PSF 30-1 05.235.030.1.02
PSF 30-2 05.235.030.2.02
PSF 36
05.235.036.0.02

114
130
148
123
161
146

77
91
109
115
118
129

25,5
32
35,5
42,5
45
51

85
95
105
130
130
160

80
80
80
40
80
42

Size

Ref. no.

Info: PPGS bolt protrusion when using PGS foundation anchor

PPH bolt protrusion when using PH female bar

Note that in this situation the stated protrusions P are necessary for the
correct load-bearing installation of the column shoe.

Fig. 8

Fig. 9

For accurate fixing of the column shoes to the formwork we recommend PSF
retaining bushes (Figure 6, Table 4) in combination with PFEIFER M16 fixing
bolts ref. no. 05.206.163 (Figure 4).
Table 4: PSF retaining bushes (Fig. 6)
Size/
type
PSF 16
PSF 20
PSF 24
PSF 30-1
PSF 30-2
PSF 36

Ref. no.

H
[mm]

M
[mm]

d
[mm]

05.236.016.0
05.236.020.0
05.236.024.0
05.236.030.1
05.236.030.2
05.236.036.0

24
29
34
40
50
55

16
16
16
16
16
16

25,5
29,5
34,5
39,5
44,5
49,5

Fig. 6
l1
R

l1

R
H

h
h
l2

Corner installation

M
l2

side installation

Retaining bush

Erection of the precast columns

Before erecting the precast column a check must be made that the anchor
and column shoes are correctly arranged. See Table 6 for the installation
tolerances.
Before the column is put in place the lower nut and washer must be accurately set to the correct height. Before doing this, the upper nut and washer must
be removed. Then the column can be put in place and aligned. Before the
column is released from the crane, the upper nuts and washers must be
screwed on and tightened.

CAUTION: Bolts that have become bent must never be

used or straightened because they loose strength significantly as a result of the cold-forming process during
straightening.

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Table 6: Assembly tolerances

Type

Bore

Max. eccentricity
[mm]

PSF 16
PSF 20
PSF 24

26
30
35

5,0
5,0
5,5

PSF 30-1
PSF 30-2
PSF 36

40
45
50

5,0
7,5
7,0

After the column shoe and foundation anchor have been screwed down, the
connection can be subjected to its full load. The gaps that are present should
then be filled as soon as possible with a casting mortar of at least the same
quality as the concrete in the precast column. We recommend installing a
reinforcement mesh in the gap between the column and the foundation.

Anchoring the column shoes in the precast part

During the assembly of the PFEIFER PSF column shoes, continuation bars
are screwed into the internal threads of the base plate. These act to absorb
the design loads from the columns and to dissipate them into the solid column
shoe base plate. The reinforcing bars are divided into the two main anchoring
bars located near the main hole and a single anchoring bar located in the rear
part.

Alternatively, the installation is also possible using a pack of steel shim plates
adjusted to the correct height (see Figure 10). A maximum gap height of 50 mm
for type PSF must be maintained. The column is then simply placed on this
pack of steel shim plates. The upper nuts are then screwed down to fix the
alignment of the column and the lower nuts, previously screwed all the way
down, are tightened back up against the column. Any corrections needed for
correct vertical alignment of the column can be performed by loosening and
tightening the lower and upper nuts with the aid of a suitable impact wrench.
This is the usual method of column installation.

Fig. 10

In the column shoe layout according to the plan within the column crosssection, the main anchoring bars absorb the loads from the column reinforcement which is concentrated in the corners. For this reason, overlapping
lengths ls should be provided for these reinforcing bars. The minimum continuation bar lengths are given in Table 7 as a function of the concrete quality
used and the bond conditions.
The required lengths of the continuation bars to be screwed in at the rear
part of the column shoes are constant for a given column shoe size and are
also in Table 7. As a rule, the required continuation bar lengths are dependent
on the concrete quality and bond area and should be taken from Table 7 or
calculated.

Dimensioning of PFEIFER foundation anchors:

For PFEIFER foundation anchors there are basically two different theories for
anchoring the loads. Anchor versions PGS, PGS type G and the female bars
are classically designed with just development or overlap lengths. These
lengths can be determined individually by the responsible planners as
functions of the given boundary conditions.

Shim plates

max.50*mm
(Type PSF)

During the type approval testing, anchorage with straight bar ends and angled
hooks to DIN EN 1992-1-1, and overlapped joints to DIN EN 1992-1-1, are
verified and tested.
The transmission or anchoring of the forces in the adjacent component must
be determined by the responsible planner in accordance with the applicable
rules and the state of the technology. Lateral tensile stresses in the anchoring
and overlap zone must be absorbed by an installed reinforcement calculated
according to DIN EN 1992-1-1.

* If necessary, the maximum gap heights for PFEIFER PGM column shoes can
be requested from the PFEIFER technical support.

Table 7: Continuation bar lengths as functions of concrete quality and bond area
Type

PSF 16

PSF 20

PSF 24

PSF 30-1

PSF 30-2

16

PSF 36

C30/37

Continuity bars

C 35/45

C40/50

C 45/55

C 50/60

front
bars

rear
bar

front
bars

rear
bar

front
bars

rear
bar

front
bars

rear
bar

front
bars

rear
bar

PH-A-12

PH-A-12

PH-A-12

PH-A-12

PH-A-12

PH-A-12

PH-A-12

PH-A-12

PH-A-12

PH-A-12

good bond

800

570

800

570

800

570

570

570

570

570

moderate bond

1500

570

1500

570

800

570

800

570

800

570

Continuity bars

PH-A-14

PH-A-12

PH-A-14

PH-A-12

PH-A-14

PH-A-12

PH-A-14

PH-A-12

PH-A-14

PH-A-12

good bond

930

570

930

570

930

570

660

570

660

570

moderate bond

1500

570

1500

570

930

570

930

570

930

570

Continuity bars

PH-A-16

PH-A-12

PH-A-16

PH-A-12

PH-A-16

PH-A-12

PH-A-16

PH-A-12

PH-A-16

PH-A-12

good bond

1440

800

1440

800

1440

800

1020

800

1020

800

moderate bond

2000

800

2000

800

1440

800

1440

800

1440

800

Continuity bars

PH-A-20

PH-A-12

PH-A-20

PH-A-12

PH-A-20

PH-A-12

PH-A-20

PH-A-12

PH-A-20

PH-A-12

good bond

1800

800

1800

800

1800

800

1280

800

1280

800

moderate bond

3000

800

3000

800

1800

800

1800

800

1800

800

Continuity bars

PH-A-25

PH-A-16

PH-A-25

PH-A-16

PH-A-25

PH-A-16

PH-A-25

PH-A-16

PH-A-25

PH-A-16

good bond

2260

1440

2260

1440

1600

1440

1600

1440

1600

1440

moderate bond

3600

1440

3600

1440

2260

1440

2260

1400

2260

1440

Continuity bars

PH-A-28

PH-A-16

PH-A-28

PH-A-16

PH-A-28

PH-A-16

PH-A-28

PH-A-16

PH-A-28

PH-A-16

good bond

2530

1440

2530

1440

2530

1440

1790

1440

1790

1440

moderate bond

3600

1440

3600

1440

2530

1440

2530

1440

2530

1440

The anchoring of anchor variants PEK and PDK is regulated by building-authority approvals. In these cases, similar to plug anchors, design resistances are
determined for each case depending on reinforcement, edge and intermediate
separations, concrete qualities and existing anchor depths. The parameter
values in Table 8 must be used for this.
Table 8: Parameter values for anchor bolts
Type

Minimum axis Minimum

Depth of
distance distance f. edge anchoring
smin [mm]
cmin [mm]
hef [mm]

Bolt
protrusion
[mm]

PEK 16
PEK 20
PEK 24
PEK 30

80
100
100
130

50
70
70
100

165
223
287
335

105
115
130
150

PDK 16
PDK 20
PDK 24
PDK 30
PDK 36
PDK 42
PDK 48
PDK 56

90
100
110
135
150
165
180
200

50
55
60
73
80
88
95
105

163
220
227
462
556
672
776
950

110
120
130
150
160
170
190
210

*) gssumed cnom = 30 mm

Fig. 11

Fig. 12

Anchoring
bar

In the area of the PFEIFER column shoes additional stirrup reinforcement is

necessary:
According to DIN EN 1992-1-1, the resulting lateral tensile forces
in an overlapping joint are to be absorbed by suitable stirrups (Figure 14,
reinforcement item 3). The stirrups should be arranged in the lower and upper
third of the joint in accordance with DIN EN 1992-1-1.
For absorbing the lateral tensile forces resulting from the anchoring of the rear
Minimum part
bar of the column shoe, stirrups as in Figure 14, reinforcement position 1,
thickness
should be installed. The necessary stirrup diameters are given in Table 9. Care
d [mm]*) must be taken to ensure that the additional stirrups enclose the two front continuation bars of the column shoe as shown.
205
The actual dimensions should be chosen on an individual basis according
265
to the prevailing conditions. In accordance with the static type approval
330
the stirrups can be closed with angled hooks in a manner analogous to
380
DIN EN 1992-1-1. The additional stir215
rups should be arranged at a distance Table 9: Additional reinforcement
275
a (see Table 9) measured from the
Type
Pos. 1
335
upper edge of the installation recess.
[mm]
a [mm]
525
For absorbing the tensile forces in
625
the area of the column shoe, two
PSF 16
2x38
200
745
concentrated stirrups are to be arranPSF 20
2x38
200
855
ged directly above the base plate as
PSF 24
2x38
200
1035
shown in Figure 14, reinforcement
PSF 30-1
2x48
200
position 2. Reinforcement steel of
PSF 30-2
2x78
150
diameter 8 mm is to be used here
PSF 36
2x78
150
regardless of the column shoe size.
Fig. 14

Anchor plate
Anchoring
bar

Additional stirrup reinforcement near the column shoes

Stirrups of the overlapping joint

of the main anchor bars

Lateral tensile reinforcement from

anchoring of the rear bars

hef

Fig. 13

Anchor bolt
Column shoe
Smin

Smin

Smin

Smin

Cmin

Cmin

Cmin

Cmin

IS according to DIN EN 1992-1-1

hef
hef compression

Smin

Cmin Smin Smin

structural stirrup
reinforcement

Cmin Smin Smin

The anchor variant PDK can also be used for steel connections.
When the authorised bore diameters are maintained shear
forces can also be taken by the anchors.
When combined with PFEIFER column shoes this is only
possible through the friction between the washers and the
column shoes because of the existing tolerance bores in the
column shoes.

PFEIFER
Column Shoes

number, and spacing see tablea a tabela

PSF 16 to PSF 36: 2 x 8 mm each

Please note:
These installation instructions are for factual information
and do not replace the approval documents For designing
the anchors the building-authority approval documents
must be taken into account. In case of doubt, the approval
specifications apply.

Column

Fig. 15

Pfeifer foundation anchor

ls,v/3

The PEK and PDK anchor variants must be rated in accordance with the
applicable building-authority approval. The required additional reinforcement
in the foundation is also based on the approval specifications.
For anchor variants that anchor the loads in the foundation with an overlap
joint, additional reinforcement is required as in Figure 15.

number and
see DIN EN 1992-1-1

hF

ls,h

As,q/2

structural stirrup
reinforcement

ls,v/3
ls,v/3

As,q/2
ls,h

Connection
reinforcement

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Shear load transmission

PFEIFER column shoes are designed for transmitting tensile and compressive
forces.
Additional structural measures need to be implemented if shear forces are to
be transmitted.
Figure 16 shows the most frequent type of layout. A height-levelled pack of
steel shim plates is placed centrally between the connecting bolts so that the
column can be placed on them. Tightening of the upper and lower nuts results
in a load-bearing connection. Shear force can be transmitted here by friction.
In each case the design resistance values should be determined according to
DIN EN 1992-1-1.

Pack of steel
plates

Fig. 16

Figure 17 small shear forces can be transmitted, for example, with a

PFEIFER waved anchor DB 682. This is placed in the column and a corresponding tube is concreted in as an opposing piece in the foundation. With a
pin, that engages with the tube, screwed into the waved anchor, the transmission of shear forces can be verified after filling with a high-strength casting
mortar. The freely available software for the DB 682 waved anchor can be
used for this.

Figure 19 also shows a variant for the case with greater shear forces. In this
case the arising forces are dissipated in the final state through positive fit via a
concrete collar concreted on afterwards. The dimensioning and reinforcement
implementation for this collar must be determined by the responsible planning
engineer for the specific project.

e
ar

Figure 18 shows a possible arrangement for transmitting large shear forces

in a simple way. A type of dowel is formed on the bottom end of the column,
that engages in a larger ground recess. After the mortar fill, the positive fit
makes it possible to transmit a large shear forces.
Alternatively it is also possible to transfer arising shear forces with steel sections concreted into the construction, or via a defined formation of the joint in
accordance with DIN EN 1992-1-1. These should be decided on an individual
basis by the planning engineer.

Softw

Fig. 17

Shear force dowel

Casting mortar

Sealing the recesses

The open areas under the column must be sealed with a high-strength
free-flowing non-shrinking mortar. For this we recommend using a PAGEL
VS casting mortar, that has the required properties. Filling can be achieved
by pouring the mortar through a previously inserted tube or by means of
shuttering fixed to the sides.

!
!

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Shear load transmission:

Transmission of shear forces by friction alone can also be
verified. In each individual case the design resistance values
must then be determined according to DIN EN 1992-1-1.
Design example:
As an aid in calculating the column shoe connections a tested
calculation example is available on request in addition to the
free software.

Fig. 18

Fig. 19

Pfeifer column shoes, special shapes

PFEIFER joist hangers

for making rigid column
beam connections:

Connection detail, column

beam, bolt connection with
PFEIFER joist hangers

Frame structure with prefabricated

connections

Node detail

PFEIFER column shoes on

a complete base plate:

Note:
The solutions shown
here are not in every
case part of the applicable type
testing and therefore must be
determined for each individual
case with appropriate further
technical verification.

Four column shoes on a base plate,

fully welded, with hole for shear
force dowel, column shoe with eight
connections before assembly,
connection detail after positioning
the column

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E-Mail gemirate@emirates.net.ae

in Switzerland

ISOFER AG
Industriequartier
CH-8934 KNONAU
Tel. +41-44-7685555
Fax +41-44-7685530
E-Mail info@pfeifer-isofer.ch

in the United Kingdom

J&P BUILDING SYSTEMS LTD.

Unit 5 Thame Forty
Jane Morbey Road
GB-THAME, OXON OX9 3RR
Tel. +44-1844-215200
Fax +44-1844-263257
E-Mail enquiries@jandpbuildingsystems.com

in Czechia

JORDAHL & PFEIFER

STAVEBNI TECHNIKA S.R.O.
Bavorsk 856/14
CZ-15500 PRAHA 5
Tel. +420-272700701
Fax +420-272703737
E-Mail info@jpcz.cz

in Romania

S.C. JORDAHL & PFEIFER

TEHNIC DE ANCORARE S.R.L
Str. Malului Nr. 7, et.1
RO-550197 SIBIU JUD. SIBIU
Tel. +40 269 246 098
Fax +40 269 246 099
E-Mail info@jordahl-pfeifer.ro

in Poland

JORDAHL & PFEIFER

TECHNIKA BUDOWLANA SP. Z O.O.
ul. Wrocawska 68
PL-55-330 KREPICE k/Wrocawia
Tel. +48-71-3968264
Fax +48-71-3968105
E-Mail biuro@jordahl-pfeifer.pl

For all other export countries please contact our headquarters in Germany.

10.12.pdf/AB 209843

Headquarters

PFEIFER SEIL- UND

HEBETECHNIK GMBH
Dr.-Karl-Lenz-Strae 66
D-87700 MEMMINGEN
Telefon +49(0)8331-937-312
Telefax +49(0)8331-937-342
E-Mail export-bt@pfeifer.de
Internet www.pfeifer.de