ensuring excellence and accreditation
for the post-tensioning industry

The Post-Tensioning Institute of Australasia (PTIA) is the peak industry body representing the post-tensioning industry in Australia. Our mission is to set high standards in the design and construction of post-tensioning systems, and to create a safe, viable and competent industry for the benefit of members, employees and clients.

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together we will build a stronger industry

the PTIA is helping create higher standards for the post-tensioning industry to benefit everyone involved from developers to builders to contractors to related suppliers. If you engage with a CARES approved PTIA member for post-tensioning work, you can be confident that they have met exacting criteria and that their skills, materials and products have been independently verified.

building owners & builders

Peace of mind when you choose an accredited PTIA member for post-tensioning work, knowing that their work, materials and equipment complies with Australian standards.

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post-tensioning contractors

Demonstrate that your professional approach, knowledge, experience and skills are regularly assessed and verified by the only recognised industry body in Australia.

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material & product suppliers

If you supply materials and equipment, software or consultancy services, being an Associate PTIA member provides you with preferred supplier status with PTIA contractors.

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Important the PTIA is here for your safety and growth – your membership will help us all flourish

who CARES wins

CARES is the reinforcing steel authority of the UK, and is partnering with the PTIA to improve the quality of construction standards in Australia with an independent certification scheme covering safety-critical post-tensioning installation and related products that are part of the construction supply chain.

CARES is an independent, not-for-profit certification body that promotes confidence in reinforcing steel through a regime of regulation, testing, inspection and certification.

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we are excited about the opportunity CARES will bring to the entire PTIA community and for the improvement in standards and ultimately safety in Australia.

James Woods
President - PTIA
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united by a common goal and passion for safety, we will continue to drive the PTIA industry forward

why join the PTIA?

member benefits

  • Industry Recognition & Credibility

  • Access to Technical Information

  • Training & Certification

  • Independent Reviews
  • Newsletters & Articles
  • Technical Support

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Board Structure

A new Board of Directors was elected by the membership at the Annual General Meeting in October 2021. Several members actively participated in the elect...

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CARES APT Scheme update

The CARES scheme has been gaining much needed momentum over the course of the last few months. The initial, UK-based, specifications were worked on coll...

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Constitution Review

A review of the PTIA constitution was undertaken in 2020/21 - the first review since 2008. The  thrust of the review was to update the constitution to c...

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President’s Message April 2022

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