Posts tagged with 'Ancon'
Reinforcement Continuity Systems for Modern Construction
Concrete construction techniques continue to evolve in response to demands for safer, faster, and more efficient site operations. In recent years, the requirements of revised standards such as Eurocode 2 (BS EN 1992:1-1:2023) have increased the lap lengths for reinforcing bars, bringing new challenges for engineers and contractors. Neil Loy discusses how Leviat have adapted to help this. Read more
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Updated Guidance on Dealing with Redundant Cast-in Channels in Close Proximity
Here, masonry support specialist, Leviat, provides details of how redundant cast-in channels should be treated when located in close proximity to post-fixed anchors. Read more
Ask the Expert: Masonry Support Systems
Jonathan Vaughan, Technical Manager and Jeff Edwards, Engineering Manager for Leviat’s Masonry division discuss masonry support systems. Read more
Continuous product improvement results in quicker and easier install for the Ancon Teplo-Tie
Installation of Leviat’s Ancon Teplo-BF low-thermal conductivity wall ties is now quicker and easier following continuous product improvement and development. As a popular product in energy efficient construction, the reduction in material wastage is an added benefit. Read more
Thermal efficiency in buildings - can we afford to turn a blind eye?
Senior Engineer, Jeff Edwards explores an issue that has become common knowledge in the construction industry, that designed thermal performance figures for cavity wall constructions are rarely achieved under actual site conditions. He lets us in on how his passion for addressing this 'performance gap' resulted in the creation of the revolutionary Ancon Thermal Windpost (TWP2). Read more
Everything you need to know about post-Brexit product approval regulations for construction products
As the dust settles on the UK’s Brexit negotiations, it is only now that the full implications of our break from Europe are beginning to be felt in the market. In the construction industry, the big topic right now is product standards, and, at Leviat, we are again leading the way with new approval markings across our market-leading range of Ancon stainless steel support systems. Read more
Ancon women who #ShapeTheWorld - Design Draughtsperson Liudmila Trull
In honour of International Women in Engineering Day, we're celebrating the achievements of our own outstanding female engineers by finding out more about them, why they chose engineering, and what advice they’d give to women considering it as a career path. Our second interview is with Design Draughtsperson Liudmila Trull. Read more
Ancon women who #ShapeTheWorld - Senior Engineer Harriet Cotton
In honour of International Women in Engineering Day, we're celebrating the achievements of our own outstanding female engineers by finding out more about them, why they chose engineering, and what advice they’d give to women considering it as a career path. Our first interview is with Senior Engineer Harriet Cotton. Read more
Lottie's adventures with Ancon
Ancon were pleased to take part in the Women's Engineering Society Tomorrow's Engineers Week in November. The week is dedicated to raising awareness of women working in STEM roles, showing girls how interesting these careers can be. Read more
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Leviat Brings Innovation and Support to Super Trowel 2025
Engineered connection specialist Leviat is thrilled to return and support Super Trowel 2025, the UK’s leading exhibition and bricklaying competition for masonry professionals.
Entire Ancon Bolted Couplers Range now CARES Approved
Leviat is proud to announce that the entire range of Ancon bolted couplers has now achieved full CARES approval, highlighting our ongoing commitment to supporting construction professionals in meeting the highest standards of compliance, safety, and performance across the industry.