Posts tagged with 'brick support systems'
What is a Head Restraint and why are Head Restraints required in masonry panels?
Head Restraints provide simple support to the top of a masonry panel by transferring lateral load (usually wind or internal pressure load) from the masonry to the primary structure, whilst allowing some vertical movement in the frame in relation to the top of the wall. Read more
Architectural Trends in Brickwork
In urban landscapes sometimes dominated by steel and glass, beautifully formed, gravity-defying brick facades can really grab the attention and provide a refreshing, sometimes challenging, contrast to the architectural vernacular. Read more
Suspended brickwork: four ways to create attractive soffits
Deep reveals and soffits are an increasingly popular design feature that add an extra depth and dimension to masonry façades. Creating these effects can be key to the aesthetics of the building but can pose engineering problems. We uncover four ways to suspend brickwork in our latest article. Read more
What is a thermal bridge? How can thermal bridging be minimised?
Energy efficiency is becoming increasingly important in today’s building designs and the thermal performance of the insulated building envelope is a key design consideration. Read more
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Ancon Fire-Tested Thermal Breaks
Brick support systems from Ancon can be supplied with Fire-Tested Thermal Breaks to minimise heat loss through cold bridging, and improve the energy efficiency of your building project.
Ancon's technical seminars now available in bite size webinars
Ancon has extended its technical services offering with the addition of webinars to complement a highly successful CPD-approved seminar programme of over 30 years.