Posts tagged with 'building envelope'
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
How to specify timber frame wall ties
Ancon recommends that when tying a masonry outer leaf to a timber frame, in a UK town or city, wall ties should be specified to Types 5 to 7 in BS 5268-6.1: 1996. Read more
How to join a new wall to existing brickwork
There are various occasions when a new wall needs to be tied into existing masonry e.g. house extensions, garden walls and conservatories. Wall starter kits are fast and easy to install and replace the traditional ‘toothing out’ method. Read more
How to ensure sufficient embedment of wall ties
Insufficient embedment of wall ties in the mortar joints of masonry cavity walls compromises wall tie performance and could lead to the collapse of walls. Read more
Connections in construction: timber-framed structures
Timber-framed construction is a popular, proven building method, offering the benefits of rapid construction, minimal site waste and the use of a sustainable building material. Read more
Cavity Wall Tie Spacing and Appropriate Tie Lengths
This post discusses the most common problems associated with the incorrect use of cavity wall ties and how to overcome these. Read more
What is a wall tie?
Wall ties, sometimes called ‘brick ties’, are used in buildings with cavity walls. They are used to join the two leaves of a cavity wall together. Read more
Using shear load connectors in structural and civil engineering concrete projects
Presenting a range of projects where shear load connectors have assisted the design of reinforced concrete connections in both building and civil engineering contracts. Read more
Expansion and Contraction Joints in Concrete Construction
A discussion on how reinforced concrete must be designed and constructed to accommodate the inevitable movements that will take place. 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.