Description
Magda Pot Bearing is a type of bridge bearing that functions to distribute vertical and horizontal loads from the superstructure to the substructure. It is also designed to accommodate movements and rotations according to structural requirements.
Magda Pot Bearings are currently produced domestically by PT. Magdatama Multi Industri, located in the KIIC Industrial Area, Karawang. As part of the quality control process, product testing is carried out locally at the msLAB laboratory, which is owned and operated by the same company.
Types of Pot Bearings
1. FIX Type (PF)
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Supports vertical loads
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Resists horizontal loads from all directions
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No movement allowed (non-movable)
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Allows rotation in all directions
2. GUIDE Type (PG)
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Supports vertical loads
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Resists horizontal loads from one direction only
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Allows movement in one direction
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Allows rotation in all directions
3. MULTI Type (PM)
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Supports vertical loads
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Does not resist horizontal loads
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Allows movement in all directions
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Allows rotation in all directions
Material Specifications
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Steel Plate:
SM490 or equivalent, referring to JIS G3106 or equivalent standards -
Rubber:
Natural Rubber, in accordance with EN 1337-5 -
Stainless Steel:
Type 316L, following EN 1337-5 -
Sliding Components (Anti-Friction Material):
Made of UHMW-PE (Ultra High Molecular Weight Polyethylene), complying with EN 1337-5 -
Bolts:
Grade 10.9 or equivalent, in accordance with EN 898 -
Anchors or Dowels:
Material S45C or equivalent, referring to JIS G4051 or equivalent standards
