ancon wind posts

Masonry Support,Windposts & Lintelsfor the Construction Industry

CI/SfB Xt6

July 2007

Ancon designs and manufactures high integrity steel products for

the construction industry. Through continuous programmes of

new product development, inward investment and employee

advancement, the company is committed to maintaining the

highest level of customer service within a dynamic and

challenging industry.

Masonry cladding on steel or concrete framedstructures is normally supported by stainlesssteel support systems.

Frame type, differential movement, type ofcladding, masonry load and cavity width allneed to be considered when designing themost appropriate fixing solution.

Introduction to Masonry Support Systems 4

Introduction to Windposts and Lintels 5Design Considerations 6

Tolerances 7AnconOptima 8-11MDC Support System 12-14 Fixing to Concrete Frames 15

Fixing to Steel Frames 16-17

CombiDeck 18-19

CFA Support System 20-21

Individual Brackets 22-23

Stonework Support 24-27

Lintels 28-34

Windposts and Parapet Posts 35-41

Channel and Bolt Fixings 42-43

Other Ancon Products 43

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Masonry Support Systems

Windposts and Lintels

Wall Ties and Restraint Fixings

Channel and Bolt Fixings

Tension Systems

Special Fabrications

Flooring and Formed Sections

Shear Load Connectors

Reinforcing Bar Couplers

Reinforcement Continuity Systems

Punching Shear Reinforcement

Insulated Balcony Connectors

Refractory Fixings

ISO 9001: 2000FM 12226

ISO 14001: 2004EMS 505377

Masonry Support, Windposts & Lintels

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MASONRY SUPPORT SYSTEMSStructures with brick or stone cladding willusually necessitate the use of a stainless steel support system for the masonry.

Bracket Angle Support SystemAnconOptima is a standard support systemavailable from stock. It comprises a two-stepangle with pre-marked fixing zones, and arange of interchangeable brackets to suitcavities from 60mm to 130mm. Standardsystems support a masonry load of up to14kN/m and, depending on the type of fixings,brackets can be simply changed on site toallow for cavity variations (pages 8-11).Locking wedges ensure the correct contact isachieved between angle and bracket.

Ancon MDC Systems have welded bracketsand are designed to suit specific applications.They are available in various configurations andare ideal for supporting special masonryfeatures. Material content is optimised toensure the most economic solution isdesigned (pages 12-14).

Continuous Angle Support SystemAncon CFA Systems are mainly used wherecavities are small or there is a requirement forthe cavity to be closed at the support position(pages 20-21).

Individual Bracket Support SystemAncon Individual Brackets provide greatflexibility in design. They are ideal for thesupport of brickwork curved on plan (pages 22-23).

Stonework Support Natural stone cladding is often a combinationof large individually-sized stones and requiresparticular attention. Ancon MDC/S StoneworkSupports can be designed in a variety ofconfigurations to suit the particular application(pages 24-27).

MDC/SC Stonework Support System

MDC Support System with Stirrups

AnconOptima Support SystemFixed to CombiDeck

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WINDPOSTS & PARAPET POSTSAncon Windposts span vertically betweenfloors to provide additional lateral support forlarge panels of brickwork or panels withopenings. The range consists of WP2Windposts that can be installed into the innerleaf of blockwork, WP1 and WP3 Windpostsfor installation within the cavity that leave theblockwork undisturbed and WP4 Windpostsfor internal, single skin blockwork walls.

Parapet posts are used as vertical support forbrickwork in either parapet or spandrel panels.

Ancon Windposts and Parapet Posts aredesigned to suit specific applications (pages 35-41).

LINTELSAncon Lintels are manufactured from stainlesssteel and do not require any further corrosionprotection (pages 28-34). The Housing andUnilintel ranges are designed to suit the light to heavy duty loading conditions found in themajority of residential and commercialbuildings.

Special lintels can be manufactured to suitarchitectural features and wall constructionsnot covered by the standard range.

Housing Lintel

WP3 Windposts

Tel: +44 (0) 114 275 5224 Web: www.ancon.co.uk


DESIGN CONSIDERATIONSStructures with brick or stone cladding willusually necessitate the use of stainless steelsupport for the masonry over horizontalmovement joints. Differential movement,corrosion resistance, type of cladding andframe type, all need to be considered.

Differential MovementThe maximum size of a masonry panel shouldbe restricted to limit the effects of differentialmovement. This is particularly important if claybrickwork is used with concrete blockworkand a concrete frame. The outer leaf ofbuildings not exceeding four storeys or 12 metres in height, whichever is less, may be uninterrupted for its full height. For otherbuildings, BS 5628 : Part 1 requires the outerleaf to be supported at intervals of not morethan 9 metres or three storeys, whichever isless. To allow for a vertical movement ofaround 1mm per metre, movement joints aregenerally positioned at every storey or everysecond storey. They are also incorporated inmany buildings of less than four storeys or 12 metres in height.

Support DetailThe support will be positioned directly over thehorizontal movement joint. The joint will oftenincorporate a compressible filler and should beof sufficient size to allow for expansion of themasonry below. Damp-proofing is normallylocated at the support position. Wall tiesshould be incorporated within 300mm aboveand below the support.

Corrosion ResistanceAncon Support Systems are manufacturedfrom grade 1.4301 (304) stainless steel andwill be suitable for most building applications. In particularly corrosive environments, or wherepart of the support will be visible, grade1.4401 (316) should be considered. Bi-metalliccorrosion may occur in a damp environmentwhere the stainless steel support system isbolted to the structural steel frame.

This will not affect the stainless steel, but couldslightly increase the corrosion rate of thecarbon steel. This can be prevented byexcluding moisture from the detail, or byisolating the two dissimilar metals. Isolationpatches are available from Ancon BuildingProducts for use with Ancon SupportSystems. Further information is given in ourbrochure, ‘The Use of Stainless Steel in theConstruction Industry’.

Differential Movement Between Masonry Cladding and Frame

Typical Support Detail

Prevention of Bi-metallic Corrosion

Large differential movement

Support leveland movementjoint

Support leveland movementjoint

Ties at 450mmhorizontal centres

Support system

Fixing to structure

Compressible filler

Head restraint at450mm centres

Mastic pointing

d.p.m.

Stainless steel

Outer leaf supported from ground level Outer leaf supported at intermediate levels

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Mild steelIsolation material


TolerancesIt is important to select the correct supportsystem to ensure that building tolerances canbe accommodated. Adjustment will berequired in all three planes.

Ancon brackets have a slot at the back toprovide vertical adjustment. A serrated surfaceprevents any slip. Longitudinal adjustment isprovided by an Ancon cast-in channel inconcrete structures, or horizontally slotted holesin steel framed structures. The AnconOptimaSystem features a fixing zone providing a totalof 50mm horizontal adjustment allowing thesystem to be fixed to pre-drilled holes ratherthan slots in steelwork and eliminates clasheswith reinforcing bars in concrete.

Subject to the type of fixing used,AnconOptima brackets can be changed onsite to suit variations in the structural edgebeam. Other systems accommodate suchvariations by adding shims between thesystem and the structure, or by increasing the bearing of the brickwork. The maximumthickness of shims should not exceed theoutside diameter of the fixing or 16mm,whichever is less.

Shims Used to AccommodateEnlarged Cavity

Increased Bearing Used toAccommodate Reduced Cavity

Increased bearing

Reducedcavity

Increased cavity

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Manufacturing TolerancesUnless otherwise agreed, the tolerancesapplicable to cold formed sections are shownin the table below.

Fixing MethodsThere are various methods of fixing AnconSupport Systems to the structure. Cast-inchannels with ‘T’ bolts or site drilled expansionbolts can be used with concrete frames. Forsteel frames the choice is set screws or AnconSteelgrip into holes in the steel edge member,or where there is a metal deck floor, AnconCombiDeck has a horizontal channel thataccepts ‘T’ bolts. A range of suitable fixings isincluded on page 42. Further information isgiven on pages 15 and 17, and in the AnconChannel and Bolt Fixings brochure.

Manufacturing Tolerances

Element Tolerance

Overall length ±5mm

Thickness ±7.5%

Leg length of angle ±3mm

Angle between legs ±2˚

Hole or slot centre ±5mm

Mitred corners ±1˚

Bow on either axis ±3mm per metre length

Patent No. EP 1211364Adjustment of AnconOptima

Maximumshimthickness

Minimum2/3

bearing

Patent No. 2 249 816Adjustment of MDC Support System


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AnconOptimaPatent No. EP 1211364

AnconOptima Brackets, LockingWedges and Angle with Pre-markedFixing Zones

• More adjustable than welded bracketsystems

• Specified by using simple load/cavitycharts

• No requirement for detailed layoutdrawings

• Not specific to any one project

• Supplied from stock

• Faster to install

• Easier to move around site

ANCONOPTIMA

AnconOptima is a standard masonry supportsystem. It comprises a two-step angle, withpre-marked fixing zones, and a range ofinterchangeable brackets to suit cavities from60mm to 130mm. Systems are available tosupport a masonry load of up to 14kN andbrackets are simply changed on site to allowfor cavity variations. Locking wedges ensurethe correct contact is achieved between angleand bracket.

Standard AnconOptima systems are availableto support masonry loads of up to 10kN, 12kNand 14kN. The performance is dependent onthe length and thickness of the angle, thefixing centres of the brackets, and the type offixing used.

Upper bearing point

Lockingwedge

1.5 to 2mm

10mm

Lowerbearingpoints

Correct installation of AnconOptima

The Benefits of AnconOptima


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AdjustmentThe Industry’s growing emphasis on speed ofconstruction, and the inability of welded bracketsupport systems to provide sufficientadjustment on site, led Ancon to develop theAnconOptima System. It is more adjustablethan other support systems; brackets arechanged on site to allow for variations in theedge beam and are available to suit cavitiesfrom 60mm to 130mm in 5mm increments.Shims can be used for fine adjustments andshould never need to be more than 4mm thick.

The ability of welded bracket support systemsto accommodate variations in the line of thestructure is limited by the maximum thicknessof shims, normally 12mm. Some additionaladjustment will be possible by varying thebearing of the brickwork on the support anglebut this will be very limited, particularly wherepistol bricks are used.

AnconOptima accommodates variations in the line of the edge beam

Adjustment of AnconOptima

100mm 100mm

Welded support systems are unlikely to meetthe typical tolerance requirement of ± 20mm.With the ability to change brackets on site,and subject to the type of fixing used,AnconOptima meets this tolerance on cavitiesfrom 80mm to 110mm.

If the system is to be fixed using expansionbolts, the brackets can be moved to eliminateclashes between the bolts and reinforcing bar.The AnconOptima System features a fixing zoneproviding a total of 50mm horizontal adjustment.This also allows the system to be fixed to pre-drilled holes rather than slots in steelwork.Vertical adjustment is achieved in the usual wayby the deep slot in the back of the bracket.

Horizontal adjustment can be increased byfixing the system to an Ancon channel castinto the face of the concrete.

Adjustment of AnconOptima

Standard brackets are available to suit cavities from 60mm to 130mm

60mm 130mm


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Section is cut to suit angle run

Standard 850mmmitred cornersection requiring3 brackets

Angle sectionslides into position

Typical AnconOptima layout

10mm gap betweenunits

Setting OutUnlike bespoke systems, there is no time-consuming setting out of individuallyreferenced components to a detailed layoutdrawing. The smaller components ofAnconOptima are also easier to move aroundsite, often without hiring crane time.

Cutting on siteAnconOptima is not designed for specificbuildings and certain angles will need to be cuton site to suit the length required. Each anglesection must have at least two brackets.

CornersStandard left-hand and right-hand corners areavailable. Each corner section requires threebrackets in order to achieve the requiredperformance. These sections should never be cut.

InstallationInstallation of the AnconOptima Systemprovides significant time savings over weldedsupport systems. The preferred technique ofinstallers is to level and fix two brackets andsimply slide the angle into position. This reducesthe time spent tightening and loosening thefixing bolts of a welded bracket system, inorder to achieve a level horizontal shelf. Wherespace limitations prevent the angle from sliding,the brackets can be positioned on the angleand conventionally fixed; the smaller lengths ofangle simplifying this method of installation.When the brackets and angle are in position alocking wedge is tapped with a hammerthrough the notches in each bracket. Thesewedges ensure the correct contact is achievedbetween angle and brackets. A detailedinstallation guide is available from Ancon.


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Cavity

Min.edge

Min.slab Fixing

height

LoadkN/m

Details for Specifying and OrderingThe AnconOptima System simplifies the totalsupply process. It consists of standardcomponents, all available from stock, and canbe specified by using the simple load/cavitycharts below. Specification of theAnconOptima System does not involve thecompletion of detailed layout drawings and notbeing specific to any project, excess itemsfrom one site can be used elsewhere.

Specification ClauseDelete items shown in italic as applicable.

AnconOptima 10/12/14 standardmasonry support system comprising a‘W’ profile stainless steel section c/w slideon, interchangeable fixing brackets to suitvarying cavity width, and locking wedges.

Fix back to concrete/steelwork usingexpansion bolts/cast-in channel/stainlesssteel set screws/Steelgrip.

System to carry 5m/6m/7m maximumheight of single skin brickwork/rendered100mm thick blockwork and to beinstalled strictly in accordance withAncon’s instructions.

Manufactured in Grade 1.4301 (304)Austenitic Stainless Steel.

Maximum Angle Angle Nominal Length Fixing Bracket BracketSystem Load Thickness Length (including 10mm gap between angles) Zone Position Height

(kN/m) (mm) (mm) (mm) Colour (mm) (mm)

AnconOptima 10 10 4 990 1000 Red 500 centres 167

AnconOptima 12 12 5 990 1000 Green 500 centres 187

AnconOptima 14 14 5 790 800 Blue 400 centres 187

Fixing Min. Min.Fixing height edge slab Maximum load (kN/m) for various cavity widths (mm)

(mm) (mm) (mm) 60 65 70 75 80 85 90 95 100 105 110 115 120 125 130

30/20 channel 130 75 205 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 9.9 9.8 9.5 9.3 9.1 8.9 8.7

40/25 channel 130 100 230 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 9.9 9.7 9.5 9.3

FBN12/45 A4-145* 130 90 220 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10

M12 set screws 130 - - 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10

M12 Steelgrip 130 - - 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10


(mm) (mm) (mm) 60 65 70 75 80 85 90 95 100 105 110 115 120 125 130

30/20 channel 150 75 225 12.7 14 14 14 14 14 14 13.9 13.6 13.3 13.1 12.8 12.4 11.9 11.6

40/25 channel 150 100 250 12.7 14 14 14 14 14 14 14 14 14 13.9 13.7 13.4 13.2 12.9

FBN12/45 A4-145* 150 105 255 12.7 14 14 14 14 14 14 14 14 14 14 14 14 14 14

M12 set screws 150 - - 12.7 14 14 14 14 14 14 14 14 14 14 14 14 14 14

M12 Steelgrip 150 - - 12.7 14 14 14 14 14 14 14 14 14 14 14 14 14 14


(mm) (mm) (mm) 60 65 70 75 80 85 90 95 100 105 110 115 120 125 130

30/20 channel 150 75 225 10.1 12 12 11.9 11.7 11.5 11.3 11.1 10.9 10.7 10.5 10.3 10.1 9.9 9.7

40/25 channel 150 100 250 10.1 12 12 12 12 12 12 11.8 11.6 11.4 11.2 11 10.7 10.5 10.3

FBN12/45 A4-145* 150 105 255 10.1 12 12 12 12 12 12 12 12 12 12 12 12 12 12

M12 set screws 150 - - 10.1 12 12 12 12 12 12 12 12 12 12 12 12 12 12

M12 Steelgrip 150 - - 10.1 12 12 12 12 12 12 12 12 12 12 12 12 12 12

BracketsAncon stocks a range of brackets to suitcavities from 60mm to 130mm in 5mmincrements. There are two types of bracket tosuit the two angle thicknesses. Bracketsdesigned for one angle thickness do notinterchange with those designed for the other.Brackets for AnconOptima 10 will only fit the4mm angle of this system. Brackets suitablefor the 5mm angle will interchange betweenAnconOptima 12 and AnconOptima 14.

A locking wedge is supplied with each bracket.

AnconOptima Systems

AnconOptima 10

AnconOptima 12

AnconOptima 14

Notes to above tables: Minimum slab thickness assumes that the support angle is level with the bottom of the slab. A thicker slab will be required where this is not the case.*FBN12/45 A4-145 is an Ancon Single Expansion Bolt. See page 42 for information on these, and other Ancon bolts.


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ANCON MDC BRACKET ANGLESUPPORT SYSTEMAncon MDC Bracket Angle Support Systemscan carry over 8 metres of brickwork andaccommodate any width of cavity from 40mmin its standard form. The brackets are weldedto the angle and the material content of bothcomponents is optimised to ensure the mosteconomic solution is designed.

Design VariationsThe Ancon MDC System can be suppliedin a variety of configurations to suit particularapplications and support special masonryfeatures. The size of the support angle can bevaried to suit the thickness and height of themasonry to be carried. Bracket spacing, depthand height are all varied to suit loadings, fixingposition and cavity width.

There are several variations of the standardMDC System. MDC/P has the bracketprojecting below the structure, MDC/R has areversed angle welded to the bracket, andMDC/I is a specially inverted system with thesupport angle at the top of the bracket. Thesevariations allow the support leg of the angle tobe positioned anywhere from the top of thebracket to a position below the bottom of the bracket.

Soldier courses can be suspended fromMDC systems by using stirrups at 225mmcentres. The stirrups fit over the angle andstitching rods span between the stirrups,supporting cored or holed bricks.

The Ancon MDC System can be supplied withextra components to suit the application e.g.closer plates, expanded metal etc.

MDC with 36/8 Channel and HangersSupporting a Soldier Course

MDC with Stirrups Supporting aSoldier Course

MDC/I Support System

MDC Bracket Angle Support System

Standard MDC Support System MDC/P Support System

MDC/R Support System

MDC with Expanded Metal Weldedto Underside

MDC with Closer Plate Weldedto Underside

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Cast-inchannel

Full height shim

MDCsupport

Patent No. 2 249 816Adjustment of MDC Support System

102.5mm

Minimum 68mm

Minimum 52mm

Extension Plate Fixed to MDC Support System

AdjustmentAdjustment is provided in every direction toallow for tolerance in the structural frame.The serrated and slotted face of the bracketallows for vertical adjustment. Cast-in channelwill provide virtually unlimited horizontaladjustment; slotted holes in a steel edgemember will offer more limited adjustment.Shims can be included between the bracketand the frame up to a maximum thickness ofthe outside diameter of the fixing bolt, or16mm, whichever is less.

As an alternative to shims, AnconExtension Plates can sometimes be usedto increase the bearing for the brickwork.The support leg of the angle must providea minimum of 52mm bearing for standardsingle skin brickwork for the entire lengthof the support. Without this bearing thebrickwork may become unstable. Thismust be checked before work proceeds.

The extension plates are pushed onto theleg of the angle with the flat surface ontop. They are adjusted until the requiredamount of extension is achieved, this willbe from 5mm to 17mm.

The plates can provide extra bearing butthey should not extend more than 20mmfrom the front of the angle. Extensionplates are usually 400mm long and fixedwith a nominal gap between the plates ofapproximately 10mm.

Ancon Extension Plates are designedto be used with Ancon SupportSystems. The particular applicationshould be agreed with Ancon technicalstaff to ensure that both the supportsystem and extension plates aresuitable. Contact Ancon's TechnicalServices Team for more information.

UK Patent No. 2 305 194Extension Plates


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Welded corner for small returns

Cast-in channelNominal 10mm

gap between units

Mitred ends atexternal corners

- 10mm gap

Typical Layout of MDC Support System

Cavity

Tolerance

Fixingheight

10mmstandard

ShimsOutstand

MDC Support System with Shims

Setting OutAncon can provide drawings showing thelocation of the fixings (cast-in channels forconcrete frames, bolt positions for steelframes). Bracket angle units will be referencedand scheduled and all details submitted forapproval before manufacture.

Details for Specification and OrderingAncon MDC Systems are tailored to suit eachcontract, and are based on the cavity size atthe support and the masonry load to becarried. Ancon will design an economicalconfiguration of channel, bracket and angle.Specification is as follows:-

MDC / type / cavity / masonry loade.g. MDC / R / 75 / 5.6

Ancon will design a system with a reversedangle to suit a 75mm cavity and carry 5.6 kN/metre run of masonry.

ReferencesMDC Standard system

MDC/R System with reversed angle

MDC/I Inverted system

Some applications demand that the supportleg is below the soffit of the structure. Wherethis is no more than 150mm, this can bespecified as a suffix to the standard referenceby . . . . . . P projection.

MDC / cavity / masonry load / projectione.g. MDC / 125 / 7.2 / P 75

Ancon will design a standard system to suit a125mm cavity, carry 7.2kN/m, with a bracketprojection of 75mm.


MDC/R Support System


MDC Support System with Stirrupsfixed to 30/20 Cast-in Channel

MDC Support System fixed with Single Expansion Bolts

CONCRETE FRAMESAncon Masonry Support Systems are generallyfixed to either Ancon 28/15, 30/20 or 38/17Channels cast into the edge of the concrete.For applications where particularly high loadsare involved Ancon 40/25 Channel may needto be considered. Details of these channels areshown on page 42. The use of cast-inchannels allows the support system to be fixedto the structure with ‘T’ bolts and moved alongthe line of the channel into the correct position.The slot in the back of the bracket allowsvertical adjustment. This permits greaterfreedom in the positioning of the cast-inchannel to avoid horizontal reinforcement.

As an alternative, Ancon Expansion or ResinBolts can be used when cast-in channels havenot been included in the edge beam.

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AnconOptima System Bolted toSteel Edge Beam Stiffeners

STEEL FRAMESAncon Support Systems can be fixed directlyto uncased structural steel frames. The fixingpositions can usually be at constant centres tosimplify the fabrication of the steelwork.

For cavities larger than 75mm there may be a requirement for additional fixings nearexternal corners. When fixing any AnconSystem other than AnconOptima horizontalslots should be provided in the steel edgebeam stiffeners to allow lateral tolerance.

If excessive movement of the support system is to be avoided the structural edge membermust be designed to minimise deflections andaccommodate the torsional forces created by the eccentric load from the brickwork.

Bi-metallic ContactCorrosion of the steel frame may be slightlyincreased where there is direct contact withstainless steel in a damp environment. This willnot affect the stainless steel and can beavoided by isolating the two dissimilar metals.This can be achieved by painting the contactarea or by incorporating a separating membranethat can be supplied with the Ancon SupportSystem. For further information see page 6.


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MDC Support System Bolted to Steel Edge Beam Stiffeners and a Corner Column


AnconOptima Support System Bolted to Combideck

Ancon Support Systems can be fixed to RolledHollow Sections using Ancon Steelgrip fixings.These fixings are designed for use whereaccess is only available from one side.

Ancon Combideck (see pages 18 and 19) canreplace the edge trim of metal deck shutteringand allow the Support System to be fixeddirectly to the face of the concrete floor.

As an alternative for higher loading conditionsthe Ancon MDC/TC Top Cleat System can beemployed to fix directly to the top of thecomposite deck using expansion bolts.

MDC/TC Support System incorporatingindividual Top Cleat and Expansion Bolt

MDC Support System fixed to face of RHSusing Ancon Steelgrip

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Corner Detail Showing Fixing Straps Between CombiDeck and Metal Deck Shuttering


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AdjustmentThe adjustment provided by AnconCombiDeck is identical to the use of cast-inchannels. The serrated and slotted face of anAncon bracket allows for vertical adjustment.The built-in channel will provide virtuallyunlimited horizontal adjustment. Shims can beincluded between the bracket and the frameup to a maximum thickness of the outsidediameter of the fixing bolt or 16mm, whicheveris less. As an alternative, Ancon ExtensionPlates can be used to increase the bearing forthe brickwork (page 13).

MDC Support System Bolted to CombiDeck and a Corner Column

ANCON COMBIDECKAncon CombiDeck has been developed for use with the permanent metal deckshuttering of steel framed structures.CombiDeck edge support is supplied with anintegral channel section that accepts standardAncon ‘T’ Head Bolts.

CombiDeck is manufactured in zinc coatedmild steel with a stainless steel channel.Alternatively the complete assembly can bemanufactured in stainless steel.

It is supplied in standard three metre lengths ina variety of heights to suit the floor thickness.Corner assemblies and special units areavailable to suit particular applications.

The stainless steel channel welded into the edge support will usually be Ancon 30/20,positioned 55mm below the top. Ancon 38/17Channel is sometimes used, or 28/15 whereloadings are small.

The thickness of the floor slab will determine the capacity of the support system. A 130mmthick slab will limit the height of single skinbrickwork to 4 metres. Thicker slabs will permitmore masonry to be supported.

Design VariationsMost Ancon Support Systems can be usedwith CombiDeck.

Welded CombiDeck corner units are availablefor external corners, where it is not possible tofix directly to a corner column.


Details for Specification and OrderingAncon MDC Systems are tailored to suit eachproject, based on the cavity size at the supportand the masonry load to be supported. Anconwill design an economical configuration ofchannel, bracket and angle.

For applications using CombiDeck thespecification is as follows:-

MDC / CD / type / cavity / masonry loade.g. MDC / CD / R / 75 / 5.6

Ancon will design a system to fix to CombiDeckwith a reversed angle to suit a 75mm cavityand carry 5.6 kN/metre run of masonry.

ReferencesMDC/CD Standard CombiDeck system

MDC/CD/R CombiDeck system with reversed angle

The CombiDeck edge support is specified asfollows:-

CombiDeck / channel size / height of edgee.g. CombiDeck / 30 / 140

This will have a 30/20 channel and will suit afloor with a depth of 140mm.

Fixing CombiDeck to SteelworkThe standard edge trim used with metal deckpermanent shuttering is designed to retain thewet concrete during construction of the floor.Ancon CombiDeck also has to support theexternal brickwork. It is therefore veryimportant that the outside edge of theCombiDeck remains vertical. The installationprocedure, reinforcement requirement andallowable overhang may be different to thoseof the edge trim which CombiDeck replaces.

The bottom of the CombiDeck should be fixed to the top of the steelwork at 225mmmaximum centres.

Fixing straps are supplied to restrain the topedge of the CombiDeck. These will bepositioned within 100mm of each butt jointand at centres not exceeding 450mm. Thestraps are supplied in 2 metre lengths forcutting and bending on site.

The outer edge of the CombiDeck can extendbeyond the steelwork up to a maximumdistance of 100mm. If a greater distance isrequired, both the metal deck and theCombiDeck will need to be propped.

A minimum of 125mm should be left betweenthe outer edge of the CombiDeck and the metaldeck to allow sufficient space for the channelanchors and the local reinforcement. Where thedecking is at 90˚ to the CombiDeck, the opentroughs must be filled to retain the wet concrete.The butt joints between lengths of CombiDeckshould be taped to prevent concrete leakage.

Maximum Overhang of CombiDeck

Typical Details of Fixing Strap Connections

Typical Reinforcement Detail Behind CombiDeck

100mmmax

100mmmax

125mmmin

125mmmin

Prop

Prop100mmmax

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Bi-metallic ContactCorrosion of the steel frame may be slightlyincreased where there is direct contact withstainless steel in a damp environment. This willnot affect the stainless steel and can beavoided by isolating the two dissimilar metals.This can be achieved by painting the contactarea or by incorporating a separatingmembrane that can be supplied with theAncon CFA Support System. For furtherinformation see page 6.

ANCON CFA CONTINUOUS ANGLESUPPORT SYSTEMAncon CFA Systems can carry over 8 metresof brickwork and accommodate various cavitywidths. For many applications, particularlywhere large cavities are involved, the AnconMDC Support System may prove to be a moreeconomical solution. Continuous angles aremore suitable for applications where cavitiesare small or there is a requirement for thecavity to be closed at the support position.The angles are cold formed and will normallybe supplied in lengths of up to 4 metres.

Design VariationsIn addition to variations in angle size andthickness, an inverted version, the CFA/I, hasthe support leg at the top and the fixing slotspositioned closer to the corner of the angle.

Steel FramesAncon CFA Support Systems can be fixeddirectly to uncased structural steel frames.Universal beams will require an angle to bewelded between the flanges at each bracketposition. Horizontal slots should always beprovided in the steel edge beam to allowlateral tolerance. The angle will have verticalslots with serrated pads welded to the angle.

The structural edge member must bedesigned to minimise deflections andaccommodate the torsional forces created by the eccentric load from the brickwork, if excessive movement of the support systemis to be avoided.

CFA Support System Fixed toStructural Steel Edge Beam

Full height shim

Continuous angle

AnconLock

Concrete FramesThe CFA System can be fixed to cast-inchannels or with expansion bolts. The supportangle will either be provided with horizontalslots to suit AnconLock Toothed Channels orwith vertical slots and serrated pads to suitcontinuous channels cast horizontally. Forfurther information see page 42.

AdjustmentAdjustment is provided in every direction toallow for tolerance in the structural frame.Vertical slots in the angle with serrated padsallow ±25mm adjustment. Horizontaladjustment is virtually unlimited when fixing toa continuous cast-in channel and will dependon the length of the slotted holes in the edgemember when fixing to steel.

The serrated lips of the AnconLock Channelpermit a vertical adjustment of up to ±28mm.Slotted holes (18 x 60mm) in the angle allowhorizontal adjustment of ±22mm. Shims canbe included between the bracket and theframe up to a maximum thickness of theoutside diameter of the fixing bolt, or 16mmwhichever is less.

Full height shim

Continuous angle

Continuous channel


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Setting OutAncon can provide drawings showing thelocation of the fixings (cast-in channels forconcrete frames, bolt positions for steelframes). Angle units will be referenced andscheduled and all details submitted forapproval before manufacture.

Fabricated AnglesMany features will need special designattention, especially if double skin brickwork isto be supported. Fabricated angles withstiffeners, used in conjunction with the AnconMDC System for adjacent single skinbrickwork, is often the best solution.

Curved AnglesCurved angles can be supplied for arches orother applications. These can be problematicto produce accurately due to the distortion ofcold formed members during the bendingprocess. Although every endeavour is made toachieve the required curve, our normaltolerances are not applicable for these angles.

Details for Specification and OrderingAncon CFA Systems are tailored to suit eachjob, based on the cavity size at the supportand the load to be carried. Ancon will designthe most economical system. Specification isas follows:-

CFA / type / cavity / masonry loade.g. CFA / I / 50 / 6.0

Ancon will design a system with an invertedangle to suit a 50mm cavity and carry6.0kN/metre run of masonry.

ReferencesCFA Standard systemCFA/I Inverted system

Some applications demand that the supportleg is below the soffit of the structure. Wherethis is no more than 75mm, this can bespecified as a suffix to the standard referenceby . . . . . . P projection.

CFA / cavity / masonry load / projectione.g CFA / 50 / 5.6 / P 50

Ancon will design a standard system to suit a50mm cavity, carry 5.6kN/m, with an angleprojection of 50mm.

Typical Layout of CFA Support System

Welded corner for small returns

Cast-in channelNominal 10mm gap

Nominal 10mm gap

Fabricated Angle usedto Support Brick Pier

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ANCON INDIVIDUAL BRACKETSUPPORT SYSTEMThree versions of the Ancon Individual BracketSupport System are available, MDB, LDB andAMK. MDB brackets at 225mm centres willcarry 8 metres of brickwork and LDB bracketswill carry 4 metres. This capacity will reducewhen they are used at 450mm centres tosupport blockwork.

The system comprises individual bracketspositioned at each perpend, bolted back to a continuous channel cast into the edge of theconcrete. The 4mm thick support plate of thestandard bracket can be accommodatedwithin a 10mm bed joint. LDA and MDA anglesupport brackets will generally be required at vertical movement joints and corners. These brackets have thicknesses of 6mm and8mm respectively.

Design VariationsTwo applications for individual brackets are forthe support of soldier courses from above, andfor the support of non-structural archedbrickwork. Both these applications involveindividual brackets at 225mm centres thathave stirrups welded to the underside.Stitching rods span the stirrups and supportthe three bricks between the brackets.

The use of LDB/IS brackets with the stiffenerbelow the support plate provides greaterfreedom for the brickwork above.

Ancon Soffit Angles are used in conjunctionwith LDB/S brackets to extend the support ofsoffit brickwork. These are usually spaced at225mm centres and fixed to Ancon 28/15Cast-in Channel.

AdjustmentAdjustment is provided in every direction toallow for tolerance in the structural frame. Theserrated and slotted face of the bracket allowsfor vertical adjustment. Cast-in channel willprovide virtually unlimited horizontaladjustment. Shims can be included betweenthe bracket and the frame up to a maximumthickness of the outside diameter of the fixingbolt or 16mm, whichever is less.

Feature Brickwork Supported fromabove by LDB/S Individual Brackets

Soffit Support using LDB/S and Soffit Angle


Adjustment of Individual Bracket Support System

Full heightshim

LDB


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Special MDA Brackets SupportingBrickwork Curved on Plan

Corbelled Brickwork

Setting OutAncon can provide drawings showingthe location of the cast-in channels. Brackets will be referenced and scheduled,and all details submitted for approval before manufacture.

Details for Specification and OrderingAncon Individual Brackets are available to suitmost cavity sizes and can be specifiedas follows:-

Type / cavity / masonry loade.g. LDB / 75 / 8.0

Ancon will design an LDB system to suit a75mm cavity and carry 8.0 kN/metre run ofmasonry.

Curved BrickworkAncon LDBs and MDBs are ideal forsupporting brickwork that is curved on plan.As an alternative, special MDA brackets canbe designed to suit a wider range of loads andcavity widths. When fixing to concrete, Ancon28/15, 30/20 or 38/17 channel can besupplied curved to suit the radius or expansionbolts can be used.

Corbelled BrickworkIndividual brackets can be used to supportbrickwork at the top of the corbel. Ancon SC28Corbel Ties restrain the corbelled brickwork to28/15 channel cast into the sloping face of theconcrete. LDB/IS can be used to suspend asoldier course over openings.

ReferencesLDB Standard bracket with stiffener

LDA Bracket with angle

LDB/S Bracket with stirrup

LDB/IS Bracket with stirrup and the stiffener below

MDB Standard bracket with stiffener

MDA Bracket with angle

AMK Standard bracket

Support to brickwork around external cornersmay involve special details.

Bracket SWL/Bracket TypicalReference (kN) Bolt

LDB/LDA 2.0 M10

MDB/MDA 4.0 M12

AMK 3.5 3.5 M12

AMK 7.0 7.0 M16

AMK 10.5 10.5 M16

MDB LDB LDB/S LDB/IS

MDA LDA AMK


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STONEWORK SUPPORTStone cladding is often a combination of largeindividually sized stones. These can sometimesvary in thickness and may include cornice or other stones that stand out from the general line of the cladding. Support for thestonework will usually be positioned over thehorizontal movement joint at each floor leveland over openings.

Less than 3.7m above More than 3.7m above ground including facias ground including faciasT d m t T d m t

Type of Stone (mm) (mm) (mm) (mm) (mm) (mm) (mm) (mm)

GraniteSlateWhite Marble 30 20 7 12 40 25 7 15

Quartzite

Hard LimestoneTravertine 30 20 7 12 40 25 7 15

LimestoneSandstone 50 25* 20 20* 75 37* 20 30*

Notes: Extract from BS8298: 1994 Code of practice for the design and installation of natural stone cladding and lining.* T/2 if stone thickness (T) is greater than 75mm

Minimum Dimensions for Stonework

Recommended Minimum Dimensions

Individual MDC/SC Stonework Support Brackets

Individual CFA/SC and CFA/SL Stonework Corbel Angles

t

m

T

d

Britannic Assurance, Wythall

Design ConsiderationsThe design of stone cladding should be inaccordance with BS 8298 : 1994 Code ofpractice for the design and installation ofnatural stone cladding and lining.

The minimum bearing at the support isgenerally 50% of the thickness of the stone. A single support carrying two stones shouldbe at least 75mm long. Where individualsupports are used, these should be at least50mm long.

The most efficient method is for individualcorbel supports to be positioned at the verticaljoint between two adjacent stones. As analternative, two smaller supports can belocated near each end of each stone. Thesupport of cornice and other particularly largestones will need special attention.

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Typical Sizes for CFA/S and CFA/SC Supports 150mm Long

Load Fixing OverallPosition Thickness Height Height Outstand Fixinge t c a b Load Bolt(mm) (mm) (mm) (mm) (mm) (kN) Reference

608 70 100 73 3.4 FBN10/50 A4-12510 70 100 73 5.4 FBN12/45 A4-145

8 70 100 93 2.5 FBN10/50 A4-12580 10 70 100 93 3.9 FBN12/45 A4-145

12 100 130 93 5.8 FBN12/45 A4-145

8 70 100 113 1.9 FBN10/50 A4-125100 10 70 100 113 3.1 FBN12/45 A4-145

12 100 130 113 4.5 FBN12/45 A4-145

120 12 100 130 133 3.7 FBN12/45 A4-14515 120 150 133 5.7 FBN12/45 A4-145

140 15 120 150 153 4.9 FBN12/45 A4-145

Individual CFA/SCStonework Corbel Angle

b

e

ca

t

CFA/S CFA/SD

ANCON CFA/S STONEWORK SUPPORTS

CFA/S Corbel AnglesThese are individual angles that accommodate afixing bolt in the vertical leg. The dimensions arechosen to suit the application. The angles canalso be supplied with a lip or dowels to restrainthe base of each stone (Ref CFA/SL or CFA/SD).

CFA/SC Corbel AnglesThese are similar to the CFA/S, but the bottomleg is inclined at 15˚ to provide restraint wherethe support has to be positioned above thebase of the stone.

Ancon Corbel Angles are designed to suiteach application. The table shows examples ofCFA/S and CFA/SC supports. Please contactAncon's Technical Services Team to discussspecific requirements.

ReferencesCFA/S Standard corbel angle

CFA/SC Corbel with angle leg inclined 15˚

CFA/SD Corbel angle with dowels

CFA/SL Corbel angle with lip



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MDC/S

Full height shimAdjustment ofMDC/S Bracket

ANCON MDC/S STONEWORKSUPPORTSAncon MDC/S Stonework Supports are basedon the MDC masonry support system. Thebracket height and depth are varied to suit thecavity size and the loadings. The dimensionsof the angle are selected to suit the stoneworkto be supported.

Design VariationsThe MDC/S Stonework Support can besupplied in a variety of configurations to suitthe particular application.

Ancon MDC/SD has a dowel to restrain thebase of each stone, MDC/SC has the bottomleg of the angle inclined at 15˚ to providerestraint where the support has to bepositioned above the base of the stone.

AdjustmentThe serrated and slotted face of the MDC/Sbracket allows for vertical adjustment. Cast-inchannel will provide horizontal adjustment, butbecause fixing positions can be difficult topredetermine, expansion bolts are often used.Shims can be included between the bracketand the frame up to a maximum thickness ofthe outside diameter of the fixing bolt, or16mm, whichever is less.

Details for Specification and OrderingAncon Stonework Supports are generallydesigned to suit specific contracts. Ancontechnical staff will be pleased to discuss themost appropriate support system. Standardstonework supports may however be specifiedas follows:-

MDC / type / cavity / stone width / loade.g. MDC / SD / 100 / 75 / 4

Ancon will design individual MDC/SD supportswith dowels to suit 75mm thick stone with a100mm cavity behind. Each bracket willsupport a load of 4kN.

ReferencesMDC/S Standard MDC Stonework Bracket

MDC/SC Bracket with angle leg inclined 15˚

MDC/SD Bracket with dowels

MDC/SL Bracket with lip

Individual MDC/SD Stonework SupportBracket

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ANCON SSB SUPPORT BRACKETSThe Ancon SSB Bracket supports andrestrains stonework with a facing thickness ofbetween 25mm and 40mm. They can bepositioned in either the vertical or thehorizontal joints and allow adjustment withoutthe need for shims.

Setting OutAncon can provide drawings showing thelocation of stonework supports. Supports willbe referenced and scheduled. All details will besubmitted for approval before manufacture.

Facing Cavity Adjustment Dead Wind Fixing FixingThickness Size +/- Load Load Height Load

Reference (mm) (mm) (mm) (N) (N) (mm) (N)

25SSB-1 30 50 10 450 400 107 736

40

25SSB-1a 30 60 10 450 400 107 779

40

25SSB-2 30 60 10 850 750 132 1330

40

25SSB-2a 30 75 10 850 750 132 1426

40

25SSB-2c 30 100 10 700 600 132 1289

40

Ancon SSB Support Brackets

SSB Stonework Support Bracket

ANCON ASB BRACKETThe ASB is an adjustable bracket for thesupport of thin stone and rain-screen cladding.It offers exceptional capacity for adjustmentwithout cutting on-site, allowing rapid andaccurate installation of stone panels. Verticaladjustment in 1mm increments is provided bythe slot in the bracket and the use of shimsbetween the two components of the bracket.These shims are supplied as standard.

Very large cavities of up to 270mm are easilyaccommodated. The standard ±20mmhorizontal adjustment can be increased to±25mm with the use of optional shims.

Each bracket can support up to 250kg, and isdesigned for stone up to 50mm thickness.

ASB Bracket with AdjustableSupport Fully Retracted

ASB Bracket with AdjustableSupport Fully Extended

SSB StoneworkSupport Bracket



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LINTELSAncon Building Products manufactures acomplete range of stainless steel lintels. The Housing and Unilintel ranges are designedto suit the loading conditions found in themajority of residential and commercial buildings.Ancon’s comprehensive standard rangeconsists of:

• Housing Lintels

• Unilintels

• Channel Lintels

• Solid Wall Lintels

• Single Leaf Lintels

• Timber Frame Lintels

• Box Lintels

Bespoke lintels can also be manufactured to suit heavy duty situations, special shapesand wall constructions not covered by ourstandard range.

Corrosion ResistanceAncon Lintels are manufactured fromAustenitic stainless steel and will not requireany further corrosion protection.

Thermal PerformanceThe thermal transmittance, i.e. ‘U’ value, ofany wall construction depends on the thermalcharacteristics of the individual componentsbeing used. The design of both the HousingLintel and Unilintel is such that it allows forcontinuity of construction down to windowhead level.

Housing Lintels are supplied insulated with CFC-free, high density polystyrenemanufactured in accordance with BS 3837 :Part 1 : 2004 to be CFC-free with an ozonedepletion potential of zero.

Fire RatingThe Housing Lintel and the Unilintel have beenindependently assessed for their performancein a fire and both have a one hour fire rating.

Structural PerformanceThe safe working loads are derived bycalculation and supported by tests to establishtheir validity.

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Load RatiosThe safe working loads for Housing Lintels andUnilintels in the tables on pages 30 and 31 arefor situations where the total distributed load onthe lintel is shared between the inner and outerleaves in ratios of between 1:1 and 3:1respectively. For other load ratios, point loads orlintels carrying concrete floors, please contactAncon's Technical Services Team.

InstallationThe lintel should be firmly bedded in mortarwith at least 150mm end bearing onto a fullbrick/block. Please consult Ancon when usinglimited bearing. The front and back of the lintelmust be level before proceeding and aseparate dpc incorporated if required.

When installing Housing Lintels and Unilintelsthe inner and outer leaves should be raisedtogether to avoid twisting the lintel; blocksshould continue for the full length of the innerflange. Masonry should have a maximumoverhang of 25mm and blockwork should bebuilt as close as possible to the upstand. Pointloads should be applied at least 150mm abovelintel flanges.

Although the lintels have a drip edge on theexternal flange to shed moisture, goodpractice should be followed at the junction ofthe window head and lintel by sealing with asuitable mastic, thereby ensuring that drivingrain does not penetrate.

Weep vents are generally required above lintelsat a maximum of 450mm centres. Eachopening should have at least two weep holesand stop ends are required to preventmoisture penetration.

Long spanning lintels and all single leaf lintelswill require propping during installation to limitdeflections.

Technical AssistanceAncon’s Technical Services Team is available toadvise on specification, design, installation andstructural loading conditions.

Online Product SelectorVisit www.ancon.co.uk to use Ancon’s onlineLintel Product Selector. Answer a series ofsimple questions concerning your applicationand the most suitable lintel will be referenced.

Unilintel

Housing LintelsThese are suitable for most domestic,small commercial developments and framedstructures. They are supplied complete withinsulation and metal lathing to provide a plasterkey. Housing lintels require a separate dpc.

Inner Wall Nom.Cavity Leaf Widths Height Gauge Length SWL(mm) (mm) (mm) Ref. (mm) (mm) (mm) (kN)

SH221 150 2.0 750-2100 20

SH321 150 3.0 750-1650 331800-2550 24

50-74 100-124 250-285 2700-3000 20

SH331 225 3.0 750-2550 502700-3300 353450-3900 30

SH221E 150 2.5 750-2550 20

SH321E 150 3.0 750-1650 301800-2550 20

50-74 125-150 275-310 2700-3000 18

SH331E 225 3.0 750-2550 402700-3300 303450-3900 25


SH222 150 2.0 750-2100 20

SH322 150 3.0 750-1650 331800-2550 24

75-99 100-124 275-310 2700-3000 20

SH332 225 3.0 750-2550 502700-3300 353450-3900 30

SH222E 150 2.5 750-2550 20

SH322E 150 3.0 750-1650 3075-99 125-150 300-335 1800-2550 20

2700-3000 18

SH332E 225 3.0 750-2550 402700-3900 30


SH223 150 2.0 750-2100 20

SH323 150 3.0 750-1650 331800-2550 24

100-125 100-124 300-335 2700-3000 20

SH333 225 3.0 750-2550 502700-3300 353450-3900 30

SH223E 150 2.5 750-2550 20

SH323E 150 3.0 750-1650 301800-2550 20

100-125 125-150 325-360 2700-3000 18

SH333E 225 3.0 750-2550 402700-3900 30

50-74mm Cavity

75-99mm Cavity

100125

42 95

100125

67 95

100-125mm Cavity

100125

92 95


30


31


SU221 157 2.5/2.0 750-2100 302250-2700 25

SU321 157 3.0/2.0 750-2100 382250-2700 31

SU231 233 2.5/2.0 750-2100 5050-74 100-124 250-285 2250-2700 48

SU331 233 3.0/2.0 2550-3150 483300-3900 36

SU431 233 4.0/4.0 3000-3900 58SU531 233 5.0/5.0 3000-3900 65

SU221E 157 2.5/2.0 750-2100 302250-2700 25

SU321E 157 3.0/2.0 750-2100 382250-2700 31

SU231E 233 2.5/2.0 750-2100 5050-74 125-150 275-310 2250-2700 48SU331E 233 3.0/2.0 2550-3150 48

3300-3900 36SU431E 233 4.0/4.0 3000-3900 58SU531E 233 5.0/5.0 3000-3900 65


SU222 157 2.5/2.0 750-2100 322250-2700 27

SU322 157 3.0/2.0 750-2100 402250-2700 32

75-99 100-124 275-310 SU232 233 2.5/2.0 750-2100 522250-2700 50

SU332 233 3.0/2.0 2550-3150 503300-3900 38

SU432 233 4.0/4.0 3000-3900 60SU532 233 5.0/5.0 3000-3900 66

SU222E 157 2.5/2.0 750-2100 322250-2700 27

SU322E 157 3.0/2.0 750-2100 402250-2700 32

75-99 125-150 300-335 SU232E 233 2.5/2.0 750-2100 522250-2700 50

SU332E 233 3.0/2.0 2550-3150 503300-3900 38

SU432E 233 4.0/4.0 3000-3900 60SU532E 233 5.0/5.0 3000-3900 66


SU223 157 2.5/2.0 750-2100 332250-2700 28

SU323 157 3.0/2.0 750-2100 412250-2700 33

100-125 100-124 300-335 SU233 233 2.5/2.0 750-2100 532250-2700 51

SU333 233 3.0/2.0 2550-3150 513300-3900 39

SU433 233 4.0/4.0 3000-3900 60SU533 233 5.0/5.0 3000-3900 66

SU223E 157 2.5/2.0 750-2100 332250-2700 28

SU323E 157 3.0/2.0 750-2100 412250-2700 33

100-125 125-150 325-360 SU233E 233 2.5/2.0 750-2100 532250-2700 51

SU333E 233 3.0/2.0 2550-3150 513300-3900 39

SU433E 233 4.0/4.0 3000-3900 60SU533E 233 5.0/5.0 3000-3900 66

50-74mm Cavity

75-99mm Cavity

100-125mm Cavity

100125

42 95

100125

67 95

100125

92 95

UnilintelsUnilintels are designed for the heavy duty loadingconditions often found in commercial developmentsand have the top flange built into the inner leaf. Theyare complete with metal lathing to provide a plasterkey and can be used without a separate dpc.Insulation can be supplied as an optional extra.


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OuterLeaf Height Gauge Ixx Zxx Length SWL(mm) Ref. (mm) (mm) (cm4) (cm3) (mm) (kN)

SL31 95 3 50.7 7.2 750-1800 4

SL41 95 4 66.5 9.5 750-2400 6

SL32 150 3 175.4 17.1 750-2400 8

SL42 150 4 231.2 22.6 750-2400 1295-120 2550-3300 10

SL33 200 3 379.7 29.1 750-2400 152550-3300 12

SL43 200 4 502.5 38.6 750-2400 202550-3300 14

SL53 200 5 622.3 48.0 750-1800 301950-3300 26

Single Leaf Lintels/Angle LintelsThese lintels carry a single leaf, usually theexternal leaf, of a cavity wall. The lintel can besupplied with lips to either leg if required.Single leaf lintels require a separate dpc.

Heightsee table

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Single Leaf Lintel

Nom.Height Gauge Ixx Zxx Length SWL

Ref. (mm) (mm) (cm4) (cm3) (mm) (kN)

SC322 155 3.0 328.4 37.3 750-1500 20

SC422 155 4.0 437.8 49.7 1650-2100 20

SC522 155 5.0 547.3 62.2 2250-3000 20

SC332 233 3.0 837.7 65.4 750-1500 20

SC432 233 4.0 1117.0 87.2 1650-2100 30

SC532 233 5.0 1396.2 109.1 2250-3000 40

Note: Channel LintelsThese lintels have been tested using composite action with surrounding masonry to BS 5628, and should be suitablyrestrained during construction.

Channel LintelsDesigned to fit solid walls up to 225mm wide,the Channel Lintel can be supplied withwelded metal lathing on any side to provide a plaster key.

Channel Lintel

Light Duty Solid Wall Lintel

Standard Duty Solid Wall Lintel

Width 100mm


Ref. (mm) (mm) (cm4) (cm3) (mm) kN)

SS321 158 3.0 503.6 58.7 750-1800 401950-2700 30

SS331 233 3.0 1581.2 125.9 750-1800 601950-2700 502850-3600 40

SS431 233 4.0 2108.3 167.8 750-3900 55

Solid Wall LintelsFor use with solid walls, the Standard Duty has atop flange built into the brickwork. The LightDuty version is suitable for spans up to 2700mm.

Width 200mm (Standard Duty)

Width 200mm (Light Duty)

100

Heightsee table

200

Heightsee table

Heightsee table

100 95


Ref. (mm) (mm) (cm4) (cm3) (mm) kN)

SS312 75 3.0 57.3 9.7 750 12900-1500 10

SS422 150 4.0 371.3 35.4 1650 151800-1950 142100-2700 13


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Eaves LintelsEaves lintels are built into the inner leaf ateaves level. Metal lathing is welded to theunderside to provide a plaster key.

Eaves Lintel

100125

Inner leaf 100-125Inner Leaf 125-150

6590

Heightsee table

Housing Lintel with reduced legused at eaves

50

Inner Nom.Cavity Leaf Height Gauge Length SWL(mm) (mm) Ref. (mm) (mm) (mm) (kN)

SE321 155 3.0 750-1500 23

50-74 100-125 SE421 155 4.0 1650-2100 25

SE521 155 5.0 2250-3000 25

SE321E 155 3.0 750-1500 23

50-74 125-150 SE421E 155 4.0 1650-2100 25

SE521E 155 5.0 2250-3000 25

SE322 155 3.0 750-1500 23

75-100 100-125SE422 155 4.0 1650-2100 25

SE522 155 5.0 2250-3000 25

SE322E 155 3.0 750-1500 23

75-100 125-150SE422E 155 4.0 1650-2100 25

SE522E 155 5.0 2250-3000 25

Note: Eaves LintelsThese lintels have been tested using composite action with surrounding masonry to BS 5628, and a continuous wall plateover the opening.

Inner Nom.Cavity Leaf Height Gauge Length SWL(mm) (mm) Ref. (mm) (mm) (mm) (kN)

SHE22 150 2.5 750-2100 2550-74 100-125 SHE32 150 3.0 2250-2550 25

Note: All profiles can be adapted to suit extended/reduced outer/inner toes.

Eaves/Cant

WallHeight Widths Gauge Length SWL

Ref. (mm) (mm) (mm) (mm) (kN)

SB211H 65 100 2.0 750-1350 181500-2100 10

SB211V 100 75 2.5 750-1650 171800-2100 12

SB222V 140 100 2.5 750-2100 282250-3000 20

SB232V 215 100 2.5 750-2100 51

SB332V 215 100 3.0 2250-2850 443000-3900 32

SB213V 100 140 2.5 750-1500 301650-2100 20

SB223V 140 140 2.5 750-2100 362250-3000 25

SB333V 215 140 3.0 750-3300 473450-3900 39

SBL22V 140 195-225 2.0 750-2100 28

SBL22V2 140 195-225 2.5 2250-2550 302700-3000 21

SBL23V 215 195-225 2.0 750-2100 43

SBL33V 215 195-225 3.0 2250-2850 403000-3900 30

Box Beam LintelsFor use with solid wall constructions Box lintelscan be supplied with welded metal lathing toprovide a plaster key on any side.

SBH Light Duty Lintel

SBV Lintels for 75-150mm walls

75, 100,140

Heightsee table

SBL Lintels for 195-225mm walls

100 95

Heightsee table

100

65


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The following information will aid the design of a custom lintel and if available should besupplied with your enquiry.

• Wall construction: outer leaf, inner leaf and cavity size.

• Clear span of opening.

• Bearings available (if less than 225mm).

• Radius or rise of arch and angles for apex/cranked and corner lintels.

Custom LintelsIn order to meet the requirements of today’schallenging industry, Ancon Building Productscan design and manufacture special stainlesssteel lintels for applications where standardlintels are unsuitable.

Solutions can be supplied for complex featuressuch as corbels and other architectural details.

Nom.Height Gauge Length SWL

Ref. (mm) (mm) (mm) (kN)

ST22 158 2.5 750-1800 15.01950-2100 13.0

ST32 158 3.0 2250-2400 13.02550-2700 11.0

ST42 158 4.0 2850-3300 12.03450-3900 10.0

Timber and Steel Frame LintelsThese lintels are designed to support theexternal brickwork over openings in timber orsteel framed buildings. Timber frame lintels aresupplied with retaining clips and should be usedwith a separate dpc.

For Walls with 40-65mm Cavity

Heightsee table

9540

Timber & Steel Frame Lintel ST22-ST42

Special cranked, bay, corner and cantileveredcorners are available in addition to the followingarch shapes:

• Segmental arch

• Semi-circular arch

• Apex arch

• Gothic arch

• Flat top arch

• Double arch

• Arched on plan

Ancon’s Technical Services Team will offeradvice on the most appropriate lintel oralternative method of supporting masonry.

Corner

Apex arch

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WP1 Windpost with SDN and SPN Ties inCavity Wall

WINDPOSTS

Design ConsiderationsLarge panels of masonry or panels withopenings can often be difficult to justifystructurally. The traditional solutions have beento either increase the thickness of the wall orintroduce an additional column. AnconWindposts fit within the wall allowing theexisting thickness to be maintained.

Ancon WP1 and WP3 WindpostsAncon WP1 and WP3 Windposts are channelsection windposts which are designed to be installed within the cavity leaving theblockwork undisturbed. The windposts arecomplete with end connections and ties whichfit into the vertical slots in the flanges of thechannel section.

WP3 Fixed to Concrete at the Base and aSteel Beam at the Top

WP3 Windposts with SDN and SPN TiesProviding Support for Brick Pier

WP2 Windpost with SDN and SNS Ties inCavity Wall

WP2 Windpost at Vertical Movement Jointin the Inner Leaf of Blockwork with PNSTies Across the Post

WP2 Windpost with SNS Tie and ST1 WallTies Each Side of the Post

WP4 Windpost with SNS Tie in Single SkinBlockwork

Ancon WP2 WindpostsAncon WP2 Windposts are angle sectionwindposts designed for either small cavities orwhere wind loads are high. One leg of theangle windpost is built into the blockwork, andthe blockwork tied through the leg of thewindpost to minimise any possible movementor cracking of internal finishes. If a verticalmovement joint is required in place of atied joint, ties with a plain end on one side canbe supplied.

Ancon WP4 WindpostsAncon WP4 Windposts are generally used ininternal blockwork walls that have a 'fair faced'finish to both sides and where the windpostscannot protrude beyond either face.Sometimes referred to as 'spine' posts theyare flat plates designed to fit within the wall.Although the depth of a WP4 post is limited bythe width of the masonry (ideally 20mm lessthan the wall width) the thickness of the postcan vary to increase its load capacity.Blockwork is tied through the post. Debondedties can be used if the post is positioned at amovement joint.

Typical Layout of Windposts and ParapetPosts on an Elevation of Brickwork


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Windpost DesignAncon Windposts are designed to spanvertically between floors to provide lateralsupport for panels of brickwork. Thewindposts will usually be restrained by thebrickwork and designed as ‘simply supportedbeams’.

Deflection under wind load will often limit themaximum loading. Windposts can be designedas ‘propped cantilevers’ to limit deflection, thishowever will require a much larger baseconnection which in many cases may bedifficult to accommodate.

Connections to the frame are designed to permitadjustment during installation. Serrated surfaceswill be provided where adjustment is in thedirection of the load. The top connection allowsfor shrinkage or vertical movement of the frameto take place. The type of fixing will depend onthe nature of the frame. Expansion bolts arenormally supplied for concrete frames and setscrews will be supplied for steel frames. Thetables on page 40 include part of the Anconrange of windposts. For further information oradvice on specific applications, please contactAncon's Technical Services Team.

Parapet and Spandrel PostsAncon Parapet and Spandrel Posts arerestrained by the brickwork and designed as‘cantilevers’. The base connection will need tobe sufficient to resist the ‘bending moment’and may in some cases be difficult toaccommodate within the floor construction.The height of these posts is unlikely to bemore than 1.6 metres. The tables on page 41include part of the Ancon range of parapet andspandrel posts. For further information oradvice on specific applications, please contactAncon's Technical Services Team.

WP1/WP3 Windpost Fixed toFace of Concrete Structure

WP2 Spandrel Post Fixed toTop and Face of Concrete, withHorizontal Rail at the Top ofthe Post

WP2 Windpost Fixed to Top ofConcrete and Underside ofSteel Beam

WP1/WP3Windposts willusually have Tiesat 450mmVertical Centres

225mm or to suit 225mm or to suit

WP2 Windpostswill usually haveTies at 225mmVertical Centres

WP1/WP3 Parapet Post Fixedto Face of Concrete

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Base Connection of a WP3Windpost to Combideck

Fixings for Windposts and Parapet PostsConnections to the frame can be made in avariety of ways and will depend on the type of post, structure and fixing being used.Typical examples of connections are shown.For more specific details please consultAncon's Technical Services Team.

Base Connection of a WP3 Windpost to the Top of a Concrete Slab

Top Connection of a WP3 Windpost to theUnderside of a Steel Beam

Top Connection of a WP2 Windpost to theUnderside of a Timber Wall Plate

Top Connection of a WP3Windpost to the Top of aTimber Wall Plate

Base Connection of a WP2 Parapet Post tothe Top and Face of a Concrete Slab

Top Connection of a WP3 Windpost to theUnderside of a Concrete Beam

Top Connection of a WP3 Windpost to theFace of the Concrete

Top Connection of a WP2 Windpost to theUnderside of a Steel Beam



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ConnectionsThe choice of fixing and its position isdependant on the type and length of thewindpost and the structure to which it is beingfixed. Ancon designs fixing details for the topand base of each windpost and a drawing isissued for approval prior to manufacture.

The bolt in the slotted connection at the top ofthe windpost is positioned so that verticalmovement of the frame can take place.

The details shown are typical. Please contactAncon’s Technical Services Team for moreinformation.

WP3 Windpost Fixed Directly to theFoundations

WP2 Parapet Post Fixed using ExpansionBolts into the Concrete

WP3 Windpost Fixed using Expansion Bolts into Concrete at the Top and Bottom

WP2 Windpost Bolted to a Steel Beam at the Top and Fixed to Concrete at the Base

15mm

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Wall TiesA range of ties is available to suit AnconWindposts. SDN Ties are used to the outerleaf and SPN Ties to the inner leaf. SNS Tiesare used across the posts in the innerblockwork and can be supplied with adebonding sleeve for use where there is avertical movement joint.

Windpost Design SheetContact Ancon on +44 (0) 114 275 5224 orvisit www.ancon.co.uk for a ‘Windpost DesignSheet’. This sheet summarises all theinformation required by Ancon to design themost appropriate windpost or parapet post tosuit an application.

WP2 Windpost Bolted to the Top of a Concrete Floor Slab

SPN

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Details for Specification and OrderingThe following clause can be adapted foryour bill of quantities to aid thespecification of Ancon Windposts andParapet Posts.

Ancon Windposts WP3 65 x 60 x 4 ingrade 304 stainless steel, overall length2750mm complete with all ties and endconnections. Fixed with Ancon FBN12/15A4-115 Expansion Bolts.

Ancon Windposts are designed andmanufactured to suit each individualproject. Sufficient time should be allowedfor the design, approval andmanufacturing process when placingorders for windposts.

Size Ixx Zxx TOTAL Unfactored Load (kN) per Post (uniformly distributed)a x b x t cm4 cm3 2.5m 3.0m 3.5m 4.0m 4.5m 5.0m 5.5m 6.0m

WP160 x 60 x 4 41.9 14.0 2.9 2.0 1.5 - - - - -

80 x 60 x 4 84.4 21.1 5.8 4.0 2.9 2.3 1.8 1.4 - -

55 x 60 x 4 32.7 11.9 2.2 1.6 - - - - - -

55 x 60 x 5 38.7 14.1 2.6 1.8 - - - - - -

65 x 60 x 4 48.0 14.8 3.3 2.3 1.7 - - - - -

65 x 60 x 5 57.1 17.6 3.9 2.7 2.0 1.5 - - - -

75 x 60 x 4 66.7 17.8 4.6 3.2 2.3 1.8 - - - -

75 x 60 x 5 79.7 21.3 5.4 3.8 2.8 2.1 1.7 - - -

WP3 85 x 60 x 4 88.9 20.9 6.1 4.2 3.1 2.4 1.9 1.5 - -

85 x 60 x 5 106.7 25.1 7.3 5.1 3.7 2.8 2.3 1.8 1.5 -

95 x 60 x 5 138.3 29.1 9.4 6.6 4.8 3.7 2.9 2.4 2.0 1.6

105 x 60 x 5 174.9 33.3 11.9 8.3 6.1 4.7 3.7 3.0 2.5 2.1

115 x 60 x 5 216.6 37.7 14.8 10.3 7.5 5.8 4.6 3.7 3.1 2.6

115 x 60 x 6 246.2 42.8 16.7 11.7 8.6 6.6 5.2 4.2 3.5 2.9

115 x 65 x 8 327.3 56.9 16.7 15.5 11.4 8.73 6.9 5.6 4.6 3.8

Note: Figures in bold indicate that these posts require ties at 225mm centres.

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Properties and Recommended Loads for WindpostsAncon Windposts are designed as ‘simplysupported beams’ with a maximum stress of181N/mm2 and a maximum deflection ofspan/360.

Size Ixx Zxx TOTAL Unfactored Load (kN) per Post (uniformly distributed)a x b x t cm4 cm3 2.5m 3.0m 3.5m 4.0m 4.5m 5.0m 5.5m 6.0m

125 x 70 x 4 125.9 15.2 8.6 6.0 4.4 3.4 2.7 2.1 1.8 1.5

140 x 70 x 4 171.1 18.8 10.9 8.1 6.0 4.6 3.6 2.9 2.4 2.0

130 x 70 x 6 202.1 24.0 13.8 9.6 7.0 5.4 4.3 3.4 2.9 2.4

155 x 70 x 4 225.3 22.7 13.2 10.7 7.8 6.0 4.7 3.8 3.2 2.7

170 x 70 x 4 289.2 27.0 15.6 13.0 10.1 7.7 6.1 4.9 4.1 3.4

150 x 70 x 6 298.5 31.4 16.7 14.1 10.4 8.0 6.3 5.1 4.2 3.5WP2

160 x 70 x 6 355.8 35.4 16.7 16.9 12.4 9.5 7.5 6.1 5.0 4.2

185 x 70 x 4 363.5 31.5 16.7 15.2 12.7 9.7 7.7 6.2 5.1 4.3

150 x 80 x 8 406.6 42.2 16.7 19.3 14.2 10.8 8.6 6.9 5.7 4.8

185 x 70 x 5 448.8 39.1 16.7 18.9 15.6 12.0 9.5 7.7 6.3 5.3

160 x 80 x 8 485.1 47.7 16.7 20.0 16.9 12.9 10.2 8.3 6.8 5.7

200 x 70 x 5 554.5 45.2 16.7 20.0 18.7 14.8 11.7 9.5 7.8 6.6

Note: Figures in bold indicate that these posts require ties to the outer leaf at 225mm centres. Ties to the inner leaf will always be at 225mm centres.

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Properties and Performance of WP1 and WP3 Windposts

Properties and Performance of WP2 Windposts

Size Ixx Zxx TOTAL Unfactored Load (kN) per Post (uniformly distributed)a x t cm4 cm3 2.5m 3.0m 3.5m 4.0m 4.5m 5.0m 5.5m 6.0m

90 x 8 48.6 10.8 3.3 2.3 1.7 - - - - -

100 x 8 66.6 13.3 4.6 3.2 2.3 1.8 1.4 - - -WP4

110 x 8 88.7 16.1 6.1 4.2 3.1 2.4 1.9 1.5 - -

120 x 8 115.2 19.2 7.9 5.5 4.0 3.1 2.4 2.0 1.6 1.4

Properties and Performance of WP4 Windposts

The tables below include examples ofAncon’s range of windposts. For furtherinformation or advice on specificapplications, including fixed-base ‘ProppedCantilever’ designs please contact Ancon'sTechnical Services Team.


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Size Ixx Zxx TOTAL Unfactored Load (kN) per Post (uniformly distributed)a x b x t cm4 cm3 0.8m 1.0m 1.2m 1.4m 1.6m 1.8m 2.0m

WP1 60 x 60 x 4 41.9 14.0 5.3 3.7 2.6 1.9 1.5 1.2 0.980 x 60 x 4 84.4 21.1 5.3 6.7 5.2 3.8 2.9 2.3 1.955 x 60 x 4 32.7 11.9 4.5 2.9 2.0 1.5 1.1 0.9 0.755 x 60 x 5 38.7 14.1 5.3 3.4 2.4 1.8 1.3 1.1 0.965 x 60 x 4 48.0 14.8 5.3 4.3 3.0 2.2 1.7 1.3 1.165 x 60 x 5 57.1 17.6 5.3 5.1 3.5 2.6 2.0 1.6 1.3

WP375 x 60 x 4 66.7 17.8 5.3 5.9 4.1 3.0 2.3 1.8 1.575 x 60 x 5 79.7 21.3 5.3 6.7 4.9 3.6 2.8 2.2 1.885 x 60 x 4 88.9 20.9 5.3 6.7 5.5 4.0 3.1 2.4 2.085 x 60 x 5 106.7 25.1 5.3 6.7 6.6 4.8 3.7 2.9 2.4

Note: Figures in bold indicate that these posts require ties at 225mm centres.

Size Ixx Zxx Maximum Unfactored Point Load at Top of Parapet Post (kN) a x b x t cm4 cm3 0.8m 1.0m 1.2m 1.4m 1.6m 1.8m 2.0m

WP1 60 x 60 x 4 41.9 14.0 2.2 1.4 1.0 0.7 0.6 0.4 0.480 x 60 x 4 84.4 21.1 3.8 2.8 2.0 1.4 1.1 0.9 0.755 x 60 x 4 32.7 11.9 1.7 1.1 0.8 0.6 0.4 0.3 0.355 x 60 x 5 38.7 14.1 2.0 1.3 0.9 0.7 0.5 0.4 0.365 x 60 x 4 48.0 14.8 2.5 1.6 1.1 0.8 0.6 0.5 0.465 x 60 x 5 57.1 17.6 3.0 1.9 1.3 1.0 0.7 0.6 0.5

WP375 x 60 x 4 66.7 17.8 3.2 2.2 1.5 1.1 0.9 0.7 0.675 x 60 x 5 79.7 21.3 3.9 2.7 1.8 1.4 1.0 0.8 0.785 x 60 x 4 88.9 20.9 3.8 3.0 2.1 1.5 1.2 0.9 0.785 x 60 x 5 106.7 25.1 4.6 3.6 2.5 1.8 1.4 1.1 0.9

Size Ixx Zxx TOTAL Unfactored Load (kN) per Post (uniformly distributed)a x b x t cm4 cm3 0.8m 1.0m 1.2m 1.4m 1.6m 1.8m 2.0m

125 x 70 x 4 125.9 15.2 5.3 5.5 4.6 4.0 3.5 3.1 2.8140 x 70 x 4 171.1 18.8 5.3 6.7 5.7 4.9 4.3 3.8 3.4130 x 70 x 6 202.1 24.0 5.3 6.7 7.3 6.2 5.5 4.8 4.4155 x 70 x 4 225.3 22.7 5.3 6.7 6.9 5.9 5.2 4.6 4.1170 x 70 x 4 289.2 27.0 5.3 6.7 8.0 7.0 6.1 5.4 4.9150 x 70 x 6 298.5 31.4 5.3 6.7 8.0 8.1 7.1 6.3 5.7

WP2160 x 70 x 6 355.8 35.4 5.3 6.7 8.0 9.2 8.0 7.1 6.4185 x 70 x 4 363.5 31.5 5.3 6.7 8.0 8.2 7.2 6.4 5.7150 x 80 x 8 406.6 42.2 5.3 6.7 8.0 9.3 9.6 8.5 7.7185 x 70 x 5 448.8 39.1 5.3 6.7 8.0 9.3 8.9 7.9 7.1160 x 80 x 8 485.1 47.7 5.3 6.7 8.0 9.3 10.8 9.6 8.6200 x 70 x 5 554.5 45.2 5.3 6.7 8.0 9.3 10.2 9.1 8.2

Note: Figures in bold indicate that these posts require ties to the outer leaf at 225mm centres. Ties to the inner leaf will always be at 225mm centres.

Size Ixx Zxx Maximum Unfactored Point Load at Top of Parapet Post (kN) a x b x t cm4 cm3 0.8m 1.0m 1.2m 1.4m 1.6m 1.8m 2.0m

125 x 70 x 4 125.9 15.2 2.8 2.2 1.8 1.6 1.4 1.2 1.1140 x 70 x 4 171.1 18.8 3.4 2.7 2.3 2.0 1.7 1.5 1.4130 x 70 x 6 202.1 24.0 4.4 3.5 2.9 2.5 2.2 1.9 1.7155 x 70 x 4 225.3 22.7 4.1 3.3 2.8 2.4 2.1 1.8 1.7170 x 70 x 4 289.2 27.0 4.9 3.9 3.3 2.8 2.4 2.2 2.0150 x 70 x 6 298.5 31.4 5.7 4.6 3.8 3.3 2.9 2.5 2.3

WP2160 x 70 x 6 355.8 35.4 6.4 5.1 4.3 3.7 3.2 2.9 2.6185 x 70 x 4 363.5 31.5 5.7 4.6 3.8 3.3 2.9 2.5 2.3150 x 80 x 8 406.6 42.2 7.7 6.1 5.1 4.4 3.8 3.4 3.1185 x 70 x 5 448.8 39.1 7.1 5.7 4.7 4.1 3.6 3.2 2.8160 x 80 x 8 485.1 47.7 8.6 6.9 5.8 4.9 4.3 3.8 3.5200 x 70 x 5 554.5 45.2 8.2 6.6 5.5 4.7 4.1 3.6 3.3

Properties and Recommended Loadsfor Parapet PostsAncon Parapet and Spandrel Posts aredesigned with a maximum stress of 181N/mm2

and a maximum deflection of height /180. The tables below indicate the maximum

uniformly distributed load and the maximumpoint load at the top. Posts should be selectedfrom the appropriate table. If the post is to be designed for both uniformly distributed and point loads, please contact Ancon'sTechnical Services Team.

Properties and Performance of WP1 and WP3 Parapet Posts

Properties and Performance of WP1 and WP3 Parapet Posts

Properties and Performance of WP2 Parapet Posts

Properties and Performance of WP2 Parapet Posts


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CHANNEL AND BOLT FIXINGSThese tables include a selection of Anconfixings. For complete information please referto Ancon’s Channel and Bolt Fixings brochure.

Single Expansion BoltsThread Max Overall Fixing SWL SWL Concrete Fixture Min. Edge Min. Bolt Bolt

Size Shims Length Thickness Tension Shear Hole Dia. Hole Dia. Embedment Distance Spacing TorqueBolt Reference (mm) (mm) (mm) (mm) (kN) (kN) (mm) (mm) (mm) (mm) (mm) (Nm)

FBN10/15 A4-90 M10 10 90 15 5.8 7.5 10 11 50 75 150 30FBN10/15 A4-90 M10 10 90 15 5.0 6.5 10 11 50 65 150 30FBN10/50 A4-125 M10 10 125 50 5.8 7.5 10 11 50 75 150 30FBN10/50 A4-125 M10 10 125 50 5.0 6.5 10 11 50 65 150 30FBN12/15 A4-115 M12 12 115 15 10.9 12.9 12 13 70 105 210 50FBN12/15 A4-115 M12 12 115 15 9.3 11.0 12 13 70 90 210 50FBN12/45 A4-145 M12 12 145 45 10.9 12.9 12 13 70 105 210 50FBN12/45 A4-145 M12 12 145 45 9.3 11.0 12 13 70 90 210 50FBN16/25 A4-145 M16 16 145 25 13.4 16.9 16 17 84 125 250 100FBN16/25 A4-145 M16 16 145 25 11.1 14.0 16 17 84 105 250 100FBN16/50 A4-169 M16 16 169 50 13.4 16.9 16 17 84 125 250 100FBN16/50 A4-169 M16 16 169 50 11.1 14.0 16 17 84 105 250 100

Capsule AnchorsThread Max. Overall Fixing SWL SWL Concrete Fixture Min. Edge Min. Bolt Bolt


CA10/20-130 M10 10 130 20 7.6 9.3 12 11 90 90 180 20CA10/20-130 M10 10 130 20 4.1 5.1 12 11 90 50 180 20CA12/25-160 M12 12 160 25 11.3 13.6 14 13 110 110 220 40CA12/25-160 M12 12 160 25 6.1 7.3 14 13 110 60 220 40CA16/35-190 M16 16 190 35 15.4 25.2 18 17 125 125 250 80CA16/35-190 M16 16 190 35 8.0 13.1 18 17 125 65 250 80

Resin AnchorsThread Max. Overall Fixing SWL SWL Concrete Fixture Min. Edge Min. Bolt Bolt


RA10/20-130 M10 10 130 20 6.3 5.2 12-14 11 90 110 220 20RA10/20-130 M10 10 130 20 2.5 2.1 12-14 11 90 45 220 20RA12/25-160 M12 12 160 25 8.6 7.2 14-16 13 110 130 260 40RA12/25-160 M12 12 160 25 3.6 3.0 14-16 13 110 55 260 40RA16/35-190 M16 16 260 35 12.0 10.6 18-20 17 125 165 330 80RA16/35-190 M16 16 260 35 4.6 4.1 18-20 17 125 65 330 80

Ancon Steelgrip (Patent No. 241 0307)Thread Max. Overall Fixing SWL SWL Steelwork Fixture Bolt

Size Shims Length Thickness Tension Shear Hole Dia. Hole Dia. TorqueBolt Reference (mm) (mm) (mm) (mm) (kN) (kN) (mm) (mm) (Nm)

Ancon Steelgrip M12 16 70 28 15.0 10.0 20 20 80Note: Steelgrip should only be used with Ancon Systems

Set Screws for Steel FramesArea at

Nominal Size Max. Area of Root of SWL SWL Property Fixture Boltof Bolt Shims Shank Thread Tension Shear Class Hole Dia. Torque(mm) (mm) (mm2) (mm2) (kN) (kN) (mm) (Nm)

M10 10 78 58 17.4 12.0 70 11 27M12 12 113 84 25.2 17.4 70 13 48M16 16 201 157 47.1 32.5 70 17 120

Cast-in ChannelsBolt Max T-Bolt SWL SWL Fixture Preferred Edge Min. Bolt BoltSize Shims Length Tension Shear Hole Dia. Lengths Distance Spacing Torque

Channel Reference (mm) (mm) (mm) (kN) (kN) (mm) (mm) (mm) (mm) (Nm)

28/15 M10 10 50, 100 4.3 4.3 11 3,000 50 200 2038/17 M12 12 50, 100 7.0 8.0 13 3,000 75 200 3030/20 M12 12 50, 100 7.5 8.0 13 3,000 75 200 5040/25 M16 16 50 8.0 10.0 17 3,000 100 200 70CombiDeck 28/15 M10 10 50, 100 3.75 3.75 11 3,000 55 200 20CombiDeck 30/20 M12 12 50, 100 6.5 7.0 13 3,000 55 200 50AnconLock 41/27 M16 16 50, 80 11.3 6.0 17 100 100 200 70Note: Shear loads for AnconLock 41/27 are in the direction of the channel, all other shear loads are at right angles to the channel


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SELECTED FIXINGS OTHER ANCON PRODUCTSMasonry ReinforcementAncon AMR masonry reinforcement improvesthe structural performance of a wall byproviding additional resistance to lateral loads.Located in the bed joint, it has a flattenedprofile to maintain good mortar cover even when lapped or used with wall ties. It isavailable in various standard configurations.

Wall Ties and Restraint FixingsIn addition to standard cavity wall ties, Anconmanufactures fixings in a variety of lengthsand types for restraining brickwork,blockwork and stonework. Restraints can befixed to concrete and steelwork, as well asany type of masonry.

Tension SystemsTie bars are increasingly being used instructures and buildings as an architectural aswell as a structural element. Ancon TensionSystems comprise a range of componentswhich can be supplied in carbon steel orstainless steel in a variety of sizes and finishes.A variety of assemblies can be created fromsimple tie bars to complex bracing systemsinvolving several bars joined at one point.

Shear Load ConnectorsAncon DSD and ESD Shear Load Connectorsare used to transfer shear across expansionand contraction joints in concrete. They aremore effective at transferring load and allowingmovement to take place than standarddowels, and can be used to eliminate doublecolumns at structural movement joints inbuildings.

Punching Shear ReinforcementUsed within a slab to provide additionalreinforcement around columns, Ancon Shearfixis the ideal solution to the design andconstruction problems associated withpunching shear. The system consists ofdouble-headed studs welded to flat rails,positioned around the column head or base.

Insulated Balcony ConnectionsAncon Isolan connectors join external concretebalconies to internal floor slabs. Used tominimise cold bridging, they provide continuityto the thermal insulation. Standard systems,comprise rigid CFC-free polystyrene insulationand duplex stainless steel shear reinforcement,suit most depths of free cantilever and proppedcantilever balconies.

Cast-in Channel and T-Head Bolt

Single Expansion Bolt

Capsule Anchor

Ancon Steelgrip

Set Screw

© Ancon Building Products 2007

The construction applications and details provided in this literatureare indicative only. In every case, project working details should beentrusted to appropriately qualified and experienced persons.

Whilst every care has been exercised in the preparation of thisdocument to ensure that any advice, recommendations orinformation is accurate, no liability or responsibility of any kind isaccepted in respect of Ancon Building Products.

With a policy of continuous product development Ancon BuildingProducts reserves the right to modify product design andspecification without due notice.

These products are available from:

Ancon Building ProductsPresident Way, President ParkSheffield S4 7URUnited KingdomTel: +44 (0) 114 275 5224Fax: +44 (0) 114 276 8543Email: [email protected]: www.ancon.co.uk

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