Bar Bending Schedule (BBS)
Member-wise cutting lengths, bar counts and steel weight (D²/162).
How to use the Bar Bending Schedule (BBS)
- Create a free account and verify your email.
- Open the Bar Bending Schedule (BBS) and enter the document title and header details.
- Add rows and enter the information from your site records.
- Review any calculated values, then save the document to your account.
- Use Print / PDF to print or save an A4 portrait copy from your browser.
Method: List each member and bar mark, diameter in millimetres, number of members, bars per member and cutting length in metres. Total length and approximate weight calculate automatically.
Note: Weight uses the nominal D²/162 kg/m rule. Confirm bends, hooks, laps, cover, waste and actual cutting lengths from approved structural drawings.
Frequently asked questions
What is the Bar Bending Schedule (BBS) used for?
Prepare a member-wise bar bending schedule and estimate reinforcement weight.
How do I complete the Bar Bending Schedule (BBS)?
List each member and bar mark, diameter in millimetres, number of members, bars per member and cutting length in metres. Total length and approximate weight calculate automatically.
Is the Bar Bending Schedule (BBS) free?
Yes. Create a free CM PRO account and verify your email to use it.
Can I save and print this format?
Yes. Save the document to your account, then use Print / PDF and choose your printer or Save as PDF in the browser dialog.
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