Posts tagged with 'masonry cavity construction'
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
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
Low Thermal Conductivity Cavity Wall Ties
Wall Ties are an essential element in the strength and stability of cavity walls, but by crossing the cavity they act as a thermal bridge between the internal and external leaves. Generally speaking, the wider the insulated cavity, the more substantial the Wall Tie needs to be and the greater the effect the tie will then have on the U-value of the wall. Read more
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Leviat Sponsors Concrete Society Awards 2025
Leviat is delighted to announce its continued sponsorship of the popular Concrete Society Awards for 2025, taking place on Wednesday 12th November, at London’s Royal Lancaster Hotel.
Leviat Sponsors Contractors Choice Award at Brick Awards 2025
Leviat is delighted to continue its longstanding support of the Brick Development Association’s prestigious annual Brick Awards by sponsoring one of the evening’s most unique and coveted honours, the Contractors’ Choice Award.