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Tension & Compression Systems

Tension & Compression Systems

Important: Our stainless steel tension system has a new name: Halfen Detan-D (previously Ancon 500)

Tie bars are increasingly being used in structures and buildings as an architectural as well as a structural element. Our Tension System range comprises two solutions which have been designed to meet the demanding aesthetic requirements of today’s applications.

 
  • Free design software available
  • European Technical Assessment (ETA)
  • High load capacity
  • Stainless steel and carbon steel options
  • Bars from 8mm to 76mm diameter (depending on material)
  • Choice of finishes
  • Aesthetically designed forks
  • Locking nut included as standard
  • Full adjustment within fork connectors
  • Visual check of correct installation
  • Isolation supplied as standard with stainless steel systems
Halfen Detan-D Stainless Steel Rod System                                            Halfen Detan-S Carbon Steel Rod System
(previously Ancon 500 Tension System)

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