DETAILED REBAR

QUANTITY AND
LABOR ESTIMATES
DELIVERED BY:
ENGR. HADJI PEEJAY ARANDA
CE/EnP/MP
ABOUT THE
SPEAKER
ABOUT THE SPEAKER
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Licensed Civil Engineer (May 2003)
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Licensed Master Plumber (Feb 2012)
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Licensed Environmental Planner (Jun 2018)
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BS Civil Engineering – Water Resources
DLSU – Manila (Dec 2002)
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MS Civil Engineering – Water Resources
DLSU – Manila (Academic Units Completed 2014)

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ABOUT THE SPEAKER
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MS Environmental Science
UE – Manila (2018 - Present)
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MM Environmental Planning
PCU – Manila (2023 – Present)
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Design Principal
HP ARANDA Engineering Services (2003 - Present)

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INTRODUCTION
INTRODUCTION
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Rebar, short for reinforcing bar, is a critical component in
construction, specifically in reinforced concrete structures.
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It is a steel bar used to reinforce and strengthen concrete
under tension, enhancing its tensile strength and
durability.
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Different types, grades, and sizes of rebar are available to
meet specific construction requirements.
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Proper understanding of rebar and its correct installation
is essential for ensuring the structural integrity and
longevity of buildings and infrastructure projects.

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INTRODUCTION
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Rebar estimates is important in construction, offering
insights into the required quantity of reinforcement
steel for concrete structures.
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Accurate estimates are essential for project planning,
budgeting, and resource allocation, ensuring the
availability of the correct amount of reinforcement at
the construction site.
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Detailed rebar quantity and labor estimates helps
streamline procurement, minimize material wastage,
and help maintain project timelines.

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INTRODUCTION
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This seminar’s goal is to equip learners with the
knowledge and skills to effectively estimate rebar
quantities and associated labor requirements,
contributing to efficient and cost-effective construction
practices.

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WHAT ARE REBARS?
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REBARS, also called
reinforcing steel, is a steel
bar utilized to enhance the
tensile strength of
reinforced concrete and
masonry structures.

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WHAT IS REBARS?
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It serves as a tension
device to strengthen and
support the concrete under
tension, compensating for
its low tensile strength.
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By increasing the tensile
strength of the structure,
rebar plays a critical role in
reinforcing concrete, which
is naturally strong under
compression.
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HISTORY OF USE
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Reinforcing bars in masonry construction have been
used since Antiquity, with Rome using iron or wooden
rods in arch construction.
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Iron tie rods and anchor plates were employed across
Medieval Europe as a device to reinforce arches,
vaults, and cupolas.
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During the 18th century, rebar was used to form the
carcass of the Leaning Tower of Nevyansk in Russia,
built on the orders of the industrialist Akinfiy Demidov.

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HISTORY OF USE
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In the mid-19th century, rebar displayed its greatest
strengths with the embedding of steel bars into
concrete, producing modern reinforced concrete.
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Several people in Europe and North America
developed reinforced concrete in the 1850s, including
Joseph-Louis Lambot of France and Thaddeus Hyatt
of the United States.

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HISTORY OF USE
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Joseph Monier of France patented reinforced concrete
flower pots in 1867 and went on to build reinforced
concrete water tanks and bridges.
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Ernest L. Ransome, an English engineer and architect,
invented twisted iron rebar and used it in the Alvord
Lake Bridge, the first reinforced concrete bridge built in
the United States.

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HISTORY OF USE
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Requirements for deformations on steel bar
reinforcement were standardized in US construction
around 1950, with the establishment of modern
specifications such as ASTM A305-47T and
subsequent updates in ASTM A305-49, integrated into
current specifications like ASTM A615 and ASTM
A706.

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CURRENT REINFORCEMENT
STANDARDS
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ASTM International Standards:
– ASTM A615/A615M: "Standard Specification for Deformed
and Plain Carbon-Steel Bars for Concrete Reinforcement"
– ASTM A706/A706M: "Standard Specification for Deformed
and Plain Low-Alloy Steel Bars for Concrete Reinforcement"
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British Standards:
– BS 4449: "Steel for the reinforcement of concrete - Weldable
reinforcing steel - Bar, coil and decoiled product
Specification"
– BS 6744: "Stainless steel bars for the reinforcement of
concrete - Requirements and test methods"
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CURRENT REINFORCEMENT
STANDARDS
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European Standards (EN):
– EN 10080-1: "Steel for the reinforcement of concrete -
Weldable reinforcing steel - General"
– EN 10080-2: "Steel for the reinforcement of concrete -
Weldable reinforcing steel - Part 2: Laps"
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Japanese Industrial Standards (JIS):
– JIS G 3112: "Steel bars for concrete reinforcement"
– JIS G 3112: "Deformed steel bars for concrete
reinforcement"

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CURRENT REINFORCEMENT
STANDARDS
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Australian/New Zealand Standards:
– AS/NZS 4671: "Steel reinforcing materials"
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Indian Standards:
– IS 1786: "High strength deformed steel bars and wires for
concrete reinforcement"

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CURRENT REINFORCEMENT
STANDARDS
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GB1499.2-2018 Standard:
– GB1499.1-2018 "Steel for the reinforcement of concrete -
Part 1: Hot rolled plain bars."
– GB1499.2-2018: "Steel for the reinforcement of concrete -
Part 2: Hot rolled ribbed bars."

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 BAR SPLICE
HOOKS AND BEND
BAR SPLICE HOOKS AND
BEND
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Rebar detailing includes specifying the exact locations,
shapes, and dimensions of rebar splices, hooks, and
bends within the concrete elements.
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The detailed drawings produced during rebar detailing
provide precise instructions for fabricators and
construction workers to accurately create these
splices, hooks, and bends according to the design and
engineering requirements.

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BAR SPLICE HOOKS AND
BEND
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Bar splicing refers to joining two reinforcement bars
together to create a continuous length.
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The location of all splices needs to be determined in
order to calculate the total quantity of rebar required.
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Bar splicing is important for ensuring the structural
integrity and strength of the reinforced concrete
elements.

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BAR SPLICE HOOKS AND
BEND
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Hooks are used to provide secure anchorage for the
reinforcement bars, preventing them from slipping or
sliding within the concrete.
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Hooks are typically provided in stirrups and are used
to resist seismic movement, prevent concrete from
splitting outward, and prevent slippage of steel from
the concrete.
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The length of hooks in stirrups and bend lengths can
be calculated based on standard sizes.

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BAR SPLICE HOOKS AND
BEND
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Bending reinforcement bars is necessary to shape
them according to the design requirements of the
reinforced concrete structure.
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The estimator must segregate the total quantity of
bending into different classes, such as light bending,
heavy bending, and special bending, based on
industry definitions.
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The process of bending reinforcement bars involves
cutting and shaping them into the desired shape as
per the structural drawings.

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BAR SPLICE HOOKS AND
BEND

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BAR SPLICE HOOKS AND
BEND

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BAR SPLICE HOOKS AND
BEND

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BAR SPLICE HOOKS AND
BEND

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BAR SPLICE HOOKS AND
BEND
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Splicing of rebars is governed by NSCP 2015
provisions and it is related to development length.
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To recall, Section 425.4.2.2 deformed bars or
deformed wires, lD shall be calculated in accordance
with Table 425.4.2.2.

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BAR SPLICE HOOKS AND
BEND
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In section 425.4.2.3 deformed bars or deformed wires,
lD shall be calculated by the equation:

in which the confinement term (cb + Ktr)/db shall not

exceed 2.5, and

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BAR SPLICE HOOKS AND
BEND
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Where n is the number of bars or wires being
developed or lap spliced along the plane of splitting.
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It shall be permitted to use Ktr = 0 as a design
simplification even if transverse reinforcement is
present.
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425.4.2.4 states that the calculation of l d, the
modification factors shall be in accordance with Table
425.4.2.4.

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BAR SPLICE HOOKS AND
BEND

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BAR SPLICE HOOKS AND
BEND
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Development length ldh (hooked development) for
deformed bars in tension terminating in a standard
hook shall be the greater of

(see NSCP 425.4.3.1)

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BAR SPLICE HOOKS AND
BEND

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BAR SPLICE HOOKS AND
BEND
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For bars being developed by a standard hook at
discontinuous ends of members with both side cover
and top (or bottom) cover over hook less than 65mm,
The following should be satisfied:

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where db is the nominal diameter of the hooked bar.
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REINFORCEMENT
DETAILS
REINFORCEMENT DETAILS
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In reinforced concrete construction, proper fabrication
and placement of reinforcement bars according to the
design and drawings for RC works.
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In this industry steel reinforcement mostly is divided
into two categories i.e.
– Primary Reinforcement or Main Steel reinforcement
– Secondary reinforcement or distribution reinforcement

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REINFORCEMENT DETAILS
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The three main tasks carried out in fabricating
reinforced concrete construction bars are
– Cutting
– Bending
– Tying
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The diameter of reinforcement bars used reinforced
concrete work mainly ranges from 10 to 36mm.
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Larger diameter bars such as 40mm and 50mm are
produced by special order

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REINFORCEMENT DETAILS
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These reinforcement bars come from the steel mill in
specified lengths.
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During installation, the reinforcement bars must be cut
into required sizes.
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The design engineer shows the details about the bars
bending and related works, based on which the
workers proceed the work.
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The rigid connection is made between all the members
of the rebars with the help of steel wires.

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 MASONRY
REINFORCEMENT
REINFORCEMENT DETAILS
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Masonry units can either be concrete masonry or brick
masonry.
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Masonry reinforcement can be estimated either by:
– Direct Counting
– Area Method
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Direct counting is based on the details that were
present in the drawing itself.
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If the drawing is done properly, the task will be
straightforward
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REINFORCEMENT DETAILS
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If the drawing is based on templated details, then the
task can be complicated because the area will have to
be sketched and the spacing known prior to
calculation by imagination.
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Likewise it is also important that the hook, bends and
lapping be known in order to determine the quantities
effectively even when the details are absent

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BASIC PROCEDURE FOR
ESTIMATING MASONRY REBARS
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Determine the dimensions:
Measure the length, width, and height of the concrete
masonry unit (CMU) wall or structure.
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Calculate the total surface area:
Multiply the length by the height to get the surface
area of one side of the CMU. Multiply this by the
number of sides to get the total surface area.

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BASIC PROCEDURE FOR
ESTIMATING MASONRY REBARS
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Determine the required spacing and size of
reinforcement bars:
Consult the design drawings or specifications provided
by the engineer in charge to determine the required
spacing and size of the reinforcement bars.
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Calculate the number of bars:
Divide the total surface area by the spacing of the
reinforcement bars to estimate the number of bars
needed for each side of the CMU.

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BASIC PROCEDURE FOR
ESTIMATING MASONRY REBARS
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Multiply by the number of sides:
Multiply the number of bars needed for one side by the
number of sides to get the total number of
reinforcement bars required for the entire CMU
structure.

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TIE WIRES FOR MASONRY
REINFORCEMENT
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The amount of tie wire needed for securing
reinforcement bars in a concrete structure can be
determined based on several factors such as the
number of intersections, the spacing of the bars, and
the specific requirements of the construction project.
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Tie wires are typically cut at lengths of 25cm to 40cm
depending on the diameter of the bars.
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While tie wire length is quantified with uncertainty in
accuracy the following table can be referred from the
table from Fajardo

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TIE WIRES FOR MASONRY
REINFORCEMENT

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EXAMPLE: CMU
From the figure shown below:

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Determine the vertical and horizontal reinforcement
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Determine the amount of tie wire in kilograms
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EXAMPLE: CMU
SOLUTIONS:
Obtain the wall area:
3m x 4m = 12m2
Taking the length to be 4m and the spacing of vertical
bars to be 80cm, the number of pcs for vertical bars
are obtained as follows:
4000 mm
=5pcs of bars at 3m + 1 - 3m bar
800 mm
The total length of the vertical bars will be 18m + 1.8m
which equals to 19.8m
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EXAMPLE: CMU
SOLUTIONS:
For the number of horizontal bars and given that the
bars are placed for every 3 layers of blocks:
3000 mm
=5 pcs of bars at 4m each + 1 - 4m bar
600 mm
Add 0.3m for each piece of bars for anchorage
The total length of the bars will be 25.8m for the
horizontal bars.
The additional 1 – 4m bar is to account for the bar at
the very bottom of the CMU blocks
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EXAMPLE: CMU
SOLUTIONS:
The total length of the reinforcement bars to be
procure will now be:
25.8m + 19.8m = 45.6m @ 6m bars
An alternative solution that use a prepared table by
Fajardo will be used for comparison purposes

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EXAMPLE: CMU
SOLUTIONS (By Table):
From the given table:

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EXAMPLE: CMU
SOLUTIONS (By Table):
For the Horizontal bars:
A WALL = 12m2
12m2 x 2.13 = 25.8m
For the Vertical bars:
AWALL = 12m2
12m2 x 1.60 = 19.2
Total length of the bar will be 25.8m + 19.2m = 45m
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EXAMPLE: CMU
SOLUTIONS:
The Tie Wires can be determined either by the table
supplied by Fajardo or by rule of thumb.
Typically, the wire lengths for bars can range from
25cm to 40cm
typically a linear meter of tie wire is 1kg per 50m
Since there are 6 vertical bars and 6 horizontal bars in
the problem, the number of intersection will be 6 x 6 =
36.
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EXAMPLE: CMU
SOLUTIONS:
Setting at 30cm wire per intersection the total length of
the wire will be:
0.3m x 36 = 10.8m
taking the weight to be 1kg per 50m length
1 kg
∗10.8 m=0.204 kg
50 m
Using the table shown in the following slide will give
the following:

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EXAMPLE: CMU
SOLUTIONS:

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EXAMPLE: CMU
SOLUTIONS:
12m2 x 0.024 = 0.288kg
Comparing the answer with the previous step, it will be
noticed that there is a discrepancy of 0.084kg.
Try to recompute assuming the wire length to be
40cm and the weight to be 1kg per 50linear meter
and compare the answer from the table

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EXAMPLE: CMU
SOLUTIONS:
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Commentary to the solutions
While the process that were enumerated in the sample
is generally correct, the estimate must be done with
the proper methodology in mind.
Take note that while cutting the vertical and horizontal
rebars can be possible into the exact length of the wall
(as long as it is less than 6m), work becomes more
tedious at height of greater than 1.5m above the
groundline
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EXAMPLE: CMU
SOLUTIONS:
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Commentary to the solutions
At that point, the rebars will then have to be cut and
spliced at a required length.

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EXAMPLE: CMU
From the previous example (3m x 4m masonry wall)
Assume that each block has a thickness of 150mm.
Determine the following:
– Duration of rebar cutting
– Duration of rebar installation **
Take the rebar diameter to be 10mm

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EXAMPLE: CMU
SOLUTIONS:
From the productivity rate table:

NO CHB????

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EXAMPLE: CMU
SOLUTIONS:
From the productivity rate table:

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EXAMPLE: CMU
SOLUTIONS:
Rebar fabrication for this part will be:
Mass (kg) * 68kg/md
For this problem use the prevailing result in the
previous computation – 45m length
Mass of rebar per length = 0.00617 x (D 2) x L
0.00617 x (10mm)2 x 45m = 27.77kg

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EXAMPLE: CMU
SOLUTIONS:
Rebar fabrication for this part will be:
27.77 kg
=0.41 MD
kg
68
MD
The work will be much lighter compared to rebar
installation and CMU installation.

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EXAMPLE: CMU
SOLUTIONS:
For the rebar installation, this will be coincidental with
the CHB/CMU installation.
The CHB installation will be as follows:
Assuming only one mason and 1 helper will do the
job
2
12 m This will also
2
=2.82 MD or 3 working days cover the rebar
m
4.25 installation work
MD
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 FOOTING
REINFORCEMENT
FOOTING REINFORCEMENT
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To determine the amount of reinforcement in a footing,
consider the design requirements and load conditions
of the structure.
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When drawings are templated, usually the number of
rebars at each side of the footing are given along with
the diameter
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The ties are calculated by determining the number of
intersections of the bars at each side and usually
multiplied by either 30cm or 40cm

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FOOTING REINFORCEMENT
ESTIMATING PROCEDURES
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Understand the design requirements for the footing,
including the loads it will carry, the dimensions of the
footing, and any specific code requirements or design
standards that apply.
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Based on the required steel area, select appropriate
sizes and spacing for the reinforcing bars. This
decision may also depend on local construction
practices and availability of rebar sizes.
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Determine the total length of rebar needed for the
footing by multiplying the perimeter of the footing by
the spacing of the bars in each direction.
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FOOTING REINFORCEMENT
ESTIMATING PROCEDURES
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Consider any overlaps or laps required for connecting
the rebar pieces together. This ensures continuity and
strength in the reinforcement.
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Create a detailed schedule specifying the size,
spacing, and total length of each rebar piece required
for the footing. This schedule serves as a guide for
construction crews during installation.

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EXAMPLE: FOOTING
From the figure shown below:

Determine the amount of 12mm rebars and the

amount of tie bars given that there are 24 of these.
Take the concrete cover to be 75mm for this purpose

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EXAMPLE: FOOTING
SOLUTIONS:
Since the bar layout is drawn in detail from the figure
above, direct counting can be done.
The net length of the bars in the figure above is
determined as follows:
1.5m – 2*0.075m = 1.35m
Since there are 20 pcs of 12mm bars at 1.35m length
each the total length per footing will now be:
1.35m x 20 = 27m
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EXAMPLE: FOOTING
SOLUTIONS:
Since bars are available in 6m lengths, the number of
pcs for each footing will now be determined to be:
1 pc
27 m∗ =4.5 pcs of 6m bars
6m
Since there are 24 footings of the same dimensions
and type, the total pcs will be as follows:
4.5pcs x 24 = 108pcs of 12mm bars

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EXAMPLE: FOOTING
SOLUTIONS:
The following are noticeable in this problem
If the bars are not bent and is straight as indicated
in the drawing and also if the bars that can be
purchased in this example is exactly 6m, then this
will be correct.
This will be an instance in which the quality and
standards that the mill or supplier must guarantee
otherwise this can be problematic.

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EXAMPLE: FOOTING
SOLUTIONS:
If it is deemed that the bars are not guaranteed to be
of 6m lengths, the number of pcs for each footing will
now be determined to be:
1 pc
27 m∗ =4.5 pcs of 6m bars and round up to 5pcs
6m
Since there are 24 footings of the same dimensions
and type, the total length will be as follows:
5pcs x 24 = 120pcs of 12mm bars

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EXAMPLE: FOOTING
SOLUTIONS:
Since the actual length of bars that will be required are
given to be:
27m∗24pcs=648m

the approximate length of excess will be at most

120pcs*6m – 648m = 72m
The difference in length is considerable and it can
range approximately between 9 to 12 commercial bars

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EXAMPLE: FOOTING
SOLUTIONS:
For the tie wires cut at 30cm, the amount that will be
needed will be computed as follows:
By Direct Method:
10 x 10 = 100 bar intersections
100 intersections x 30cm per intersection = 30m
At 50m per kg for #16 wire: 30 m∗ ( )
1 kg
50 m
=0.6 kg
and for the 24 footings it will be 0.6kg x 24 = 14.4kg
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EXAMPLE: FOOTING
For the rebars in the footings, determine the time that
the steelman and his assistant can cut the bars for the
set of 24 footings given that each footing will consume
5 – 12mm rebars?
Take the density of steel to be 7850kg/m 3.

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EXAMPLE: FOOTING
SOLUTIONS:
Since there is 5pcs of 12mm bars (at 6m length) the
mass of the bars per footing will be
kg
7850 3 ∗Volume of Steel
m

( )
2
kg π ∗0.012 2
7850 ∗ ∗6 m or 0.00616 x (D )x L
m 3
4
Mass per 12 mm =
¯ 5.33 kg

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EXAMPLE: FOOTING
SOLUTIONS:
@5 pcs of 12mm bars
5.33kg * 5 = 26.65kg per footing
Since we have 24 footings – 26.65*24 = 639.6kg
From the productivity table
Rebar fabrication is set at 68kg per MD
639.6 Either add more
=9.406 days or set to 9.5 days people to do this
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 BEAM AND
COLUMN
REINFORCEMENTS
BEAM AND COLUMN
REINFORCEMENT PROCEDURES
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Understand design requirements:
Gather information on the design specifications for the
beams and columns, including the loads they will
carry, dimensions, concrete strength, and any relevant
design codes or standards.
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Determine rebar size and spacing:
Select appropriate rebar sizes and spacing based on
design requirements, including the concrete cover
thickness specified by local building codes.

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BEAM AND COLUMN
REINFORCEMENT PROCEDURES
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Calculate total length of rebars:
Determine the total length of rebars required for each
beam and column.
This involves calculating the total perimeter of each
element (for columns) or the total length of each side
(for beams), considering both the longitudinal and
transverse reinforcement.

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BEAM AND COLUMN
REINFORCEMENT PROCEDURES
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Account for laps and overlaps:
Factor in any overlaps or laps required for connecting
the rebar pieces together.
This ensures continuity and strength in the
reinforcement.
Consider the development length required for proper
anchorage of rebars.

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BEAM AND COLUMN
REINFORCEMENT PROCEDURES
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Prepare a rebar schedule:
Create a detailed schedule specifying the size,
spacing, and total length of each rebar piece needed
for the beams and columns.
The schedule serves as a guide for construction crews
during installation.

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BEAM AND COLUMN
REINFORCEMENT PROCEDURES
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Review and revise as needed:
Review the rebar design and schedule to ensure
compliance with structural requirements and local
building codes.
Make any necessary revisions based on feedback
from structural engineers or the construction
managers

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BEAM AND GIRDER
REINFORCEMENTS
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For determining the main reinforcement in girders and
beams, the direct counting method offers a
straightforward, accurate, and efficient approach.
It aligns directly with design intent and simplifies
fabrication and inspection processes.
While alternative methods exist, they may introduce
potential inaccuracies and are less suited for this
specific application.

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BEAM AND GIRDER
REINFORCEMENTS
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Direct counting involves directly counting the number
of bars or strands required based on predetermined
spacing and design requirements.
This method ensures that each reinforcement element
is accounted for, leading to a more accurate estimation
of the required reinforcement.
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The preparation of a bar bending schedule (BBS) and
a rebar cutting list can be considered part of the direct
counting method, as both processes involve
quantifying the amount of reinforcement required for a
structure.
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BEAM AND GIRDER
REINFORCEMENTS
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A BBS provides detailed information about the type,
size, shape, and quantity of reinforcement bars
required for construction.
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It includes specifications such as bar mark, diameter,
cutting length, bending shapes, and quantities.
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The BBS is typically prepared based on structural
drawings and design calculations, directly counting the
number of bars needed for each structural element.

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BEAM AND GIRDER
REINFORCEMENTS
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The rebar cutting list is a component of the BBS that
specifies the lengths at which reinforcement bars need
to be cut from standard bar lengths to meet the design
requirements.
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It is derived from the BBS and provides instructions for
fabricating and assembling the reinforcement
elements on-site.
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The cutting list ensures efficient utilization of
reinforcement materials and facilitates smooth
construction processes.

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BEAM AND GIRDER
REINFORCEMENTS
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The rebar cutting list is a component of the BBS that
specifies the lengths at which reinforcement bars need
to be cut from standard bar lengths to meet the design
requirements.
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It is derived from the BBS and provides instructions
for fabricating and assembling the reinforcement
elements on-site.
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The cutting list ensures efficient utilization of
reinforcement materials and facilitates smooth
construction processes.

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EXAMPLE: COLUMN
REINFORCEMENT
From the figure shown below:
List down the main
reinforcement from the
footing to the second
floor using 20mm if
there are 10 identical
columns like shown
before

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EXAMPLE: COLUMN
REINFORCEMENT
From the figure shown below the following comprise
the list of materials present:
– Bend at base footing = 0.2m**
– L from footing to ground floor = 1.20m
– H from groundline to beam = 3.50m
– DBEAM = 0.50m
– DSLAB = 0.15m
– Dowel for Second Floor = 20xDB = 0.40m
Total length of reinforcement will be = 5.95m
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EXAMPLE: COLUMN
REINFORCEMENT
** The length of the bend is arbitrarily given in this
problem. Typically it will be based on the prescribed
hook for development length for tension members
in this case, select 6m bar and since there are 8 bars
per column in this problem, the total main
reinforcement bars will be 8 – 20mm bars

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EXAMPLE: COLUMN TIES
A building have 26 square columns having a height of
7m and a cross sectional dimension of 0.5m x 0.5m.
Find the amount of 10mm lateral ties to be needed as
well as the corresponding tie wire

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EXAMPLE: COLUMN TIES
SOLUTIONS:
Center-to-center spacing of ties must not exceed the
smallest of:
– 16 longitudinal bar diameters
– 48 diameters of the ties
– The smaller exterior column dimension.
Every corner and alternating longitudinal bar must be
supported by a tie corner. The included angle of the tie
cannot be more than 135 deg.
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EXAMPLE: COLUMN TIES
SOLUTIONS:
16 Longitudinal bar diameter
16db = 16*20mm = 320mm
48 Tie bar diameter
48dTIES = 48*10mm = 480mm
Least dimension of column
500mm

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EXAMPLE: REBAR CUTTING LIST
FOR BEAMS AND PEDESTAL
NOTE:
The arrangement of
Rebars for the
reinforcement is
based on the details
provided by the
designer.

The footing is said to

be a strap and
therefore, the bar
placement is in
anticipation of the
loads expected on it

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EXAMPLE: REBAR CUTTING LIST
FOR BEAMS AND PEDESTAL

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EXAMPLE: REBAR CUTTING LIST
FOR BEAMS AND PEDESTAL

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EXAMPLE: REBAR CUTTING LIST
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Software are already present for quite some time as
an important tool for design.
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Lately, the role of software have expanded greatly
from design and are already being integrated into
project management and also for estimating
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Software can significantly aid in estimating rebar
quantities by providing various tools and features.

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Automated Quantities Calculation:
Software can automate the calculation of rebar
quantities based on the design and structural
information.
This can save time and reduce the likelihood of
manual errors.

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Integration with Design Models:
Many software packages can directly import design
models from structural engineering or BIM software,
allowing for accurate extraction of rebar quantities
based on the actual design.
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Bar Bending Schedule Generation:
Software can generate bar bending schedules and
material lists based on the rebar quantities, aiding in
procurement and construction planning.

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Visualizations and Reports:
Some software provides visualizations and detailed
reports for the estimated rebar quantities, making it
easier for stakeholders to understand and review the
information.
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Cost Estimation:
Some software packages integrate rebar quantities
with cost estimation tools, allowing for comprehensive
project cost analysis

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By leveraging these capabilities, software can
streamline the rebar estimation process, improve
accuracy, and enhance efficiency in construction
project planning and execution.

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