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CI/SfB Xt6

July 2006

Masonry Support,
Windposts & Lintels
for the Construction Industry
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Ancon designs and manufactures high integrity steel products for Masonry cladding on steel or concrete framed
structures is normally supported by stainless
the construction industry. Through continuous programmes of steel support systems.
new product development, inward investment and employee Frame type, differential movement, type of
advancement, the company is committed to maintaining the cladding, masonry load and cavity width all
need to be considered when designing the
highest level of customer service within a dynamic and most appropriate fixing solution.
challenging industry.
Masonry Support Systems Introduction to Masonry Support Systems 4
Introduction to Windposts and Lintels 5
Windposts and Lintels Design Considerations 6
Tolerances 7
Wall Ties and Restraint Fixings AnconOptima 8-11
MDC Support System 12-14
Channel and Bolt Fixings Fixing to Concrete Frames 15
Fixing to Steel Frames 16-17
Tension Systems CombiDeck 18-19
CFA Support System 20-21
Special Fabrications Individual Brackets 22-23
Stonework Support 24-27
Flooring and Formed Sections
Lintels 28-34
Windposts and Parapet Posts 35-41
Shear Load Connectors
Channel and Bolt Fixings 42-43
Reinforcing Bar Couplers Other Ancon Products 43

Reinforcement Continuity Systems

Punching Shear Reinforcement

Insulated Balcony Connectors

Refractory Fixings

BS EN ISO 9001 : 2000


FM12226

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AnconOptima Support System


Fixed to CombiDeck

MASONRY SUPPORT SYSTEMS


Structures with brick or stone cladding will
usually necessitate the use of a stainless steel
support system for the masonry.
Bracket Angle Support System
AnconOptima is a standard support system
available from stock. It comprises a two-step
angle with pre-marked fixing zones, and a
range of interchangeable brackets to suit
cavities from 60mm to 130mm. Standard
systems support a masonry load of up to
14kN/m and, depending on the type of fixings,
brackets can be simply changed on site to
allow for cavity variations (pages 8-11).
Locking wedges ensure the correct contact is MDC Support System with Stirrups
achieved between angle and bracket.
Ancon MDC Systems have welded brackets
and are designed to suit specific applications. Individual Bracket Support System
They are available in various configurations and Ancon Individual Brackets provide great
are ideal for supporting special masonry flexibility in design. They are ideal for the
features. Material content is optimised to support of brickwork curved on plan
ensure the most economic solution is (pages 22-23).
designed (pages 12-14). Stonework Support
Continuous Angle Support System Natural stone cladding is often a combination
Ancon CFA Systems are mainly used where of large individually-sized stones and requires
cavities are small or there is a requirement for particular attention. Ancon MDC/S Stonework
the cavity to be closed at the support position Supports can be designed in a variety of
(pages 20-21). MDC/SC Stonework Support System configurations to suit the particular application
(pages 24-27).

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LINTELS
Ancon Lintels are manufactured from stainless
steel and do not require any further corrosion
protection (pages 28-34). The Housing and
Unilintel ranges are designed to suit the light
to heavy duty loading conditions found in the
majority of residential and commercial
buildings.
Special lintels can be manufactured to suit
architectural features and wall constructions
not covered by the standard range.

Housing Lintel

WINDPOSTS & PARAPET POSTS


Ancon Windposts span vertically between
floors to provide additional lateral support for
large panels of brickwork or panels with
openings. The range consists of WP2
Windposts that can be installed into the inner
leaf of blockwork, WP1 and WP3 Windposts
for installation within the cavity that leave the
blockwork undisturbed and WP4 Windposts
for internal, single skin blockwork walls.
Parapet posts are used as vertical support for
brickwork in either parapet or spandrel panels.
Ancon Windposts and Parapet Posts are
designed to suit specific applications
(pages 35-41).

WP3 Windposts

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Ties at 450mm
horizontal centres

d.p.m.

Support system

Fixing to structure

Mastic pointing

Isolation material Compressible filler


Mild steel

Head restraint at
450mm centres

Stainless steel Prevention of


Bi-metallic Corrosion

Typical Support Detail

DESIGN CONSIDERATIONS
Structures with brick or stone cladding will
Large differential movement
usually necessitate the use of stainless steel
support for the masonry over horizontal
movement joints. Differential movement,
corrosion resistance, type of cladding and
frame type, all need to be considered.
Differential Movement
The maximum size of a masonry panel should Support level
and movement
be restricted to limit the effects of differential joint
movement. This is particularly important if clay
brickwork is used with concrete blockwork
and a concrete frame. The outer leaf of
buildings not exceeding four storeys or Support level
12 metres in height, whichever is less, may and movement
joint
be uninterrupted for its full height. For other
buildings, BS 5628 : Part 1 requires the outer
leaf to be supported at intervals of not more
than 9 metres or three storeys, whichever is
less. To allow for a vertical movement of Outer leaf supported from ground level Outer leaf supported at intermediate levels
around 1mm per metre, movement joints are
generally positioned at every storey or every Differential Movement Between Masonry Cladding and Frame
second storey. They are also incorporated in
many buildings of less than four storeys or Corrosion Resistance This will not affect the stainless steel, but could
12 metres in height. Ancon Support Systems are manufactured slightly increase the corrosion rate of the
from grade 1.4301 (304) stainless steel and carbon steel. This can be prevented by
Support Detail
will be suitable for most building applications. excluding moisture from the detail, or by
The support will be positioned directly over the
In particularly corrosive environments, or where isolating the two dissimilar metals. Isolation
horizontal movement joint. The joint will often
part of the support will be visible, grade patches are available from Ancon Building
incorporate a compressible filler and should be
1.4401 (316) should be considered. Bi-metallic Products for use with Ancon Support
of sufficient size to allow for expansion of the
corrosion may occur in a damp environment Systems. Further information is given in our
masonry below. Damp-proofing is normally
where the stainless steel support system is brochure, The Use of Stainless Steel in the
located at the support position. Wall ties
bolted to the structural steel frame. Construction Industry.
should be incorporated within 300mm above
and below the support.

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Tolerances Manufacturing Tolerances Patent No. 2 249 816


Adjustment of MDC Support System
It is important to select the correct support Unless otherwise agreed, the tolerances
system to ensure that building tolerances can applicable to cold formed sections are shown
be accommodated. Adjustment will be in the table below.
required in all three planes.
Manufacturing Tolerances
Ancon brackets have a slot at the back to Element Tolerance
provide vertical adjustment. A serrated surface Overall length 5mm
prevents any slip. Longitudinal adjustment is Thickness 7.5%
provided by an Ancon cast-in channel in Leg length of angle 3mm
concrete structures, or horizontally slotted holes Angle between legs 2
Hole or slot centre 5mm
in steel framed structures. The AnconOptima
Mitred corners 1
System features a fixing zone providing a total
Bow on either axis 3mm per metre length
of 50mm horizontal adjustment allowing the
system to be fixed to pre-drilled holes rather Fixing Methods
than slots in steelwork and eliminates clashes There are various methods of fixing Ancon
with reinforcing bars in concrete. Support Systems to the structure. Cast-in
Subject to the type of fixing used, channels with T bolts or site drilled expansion
AnconOptima brackets can be changed on bolts can be used with concrete frames. For
site to suit variations in the structural edge steel frames the choice is set screws or Ancon
beam. Other systems accommodate such Steelgrip into holes in the steel edge member,
variations by adding shims between the or where there is a metal deck floor, Ancon
system and the structure, or by increasing CombiDeck has a horizontal channel that
the bearing of the brickwork. The maximum accepts T bolts. A range of suitable fixings is
thickness of shims should not exceed the included on page 42. Further information is
given on pages 15 and 17, and in the Ancon Patent No. EP 1211364
outside diameter of the fixing or 16mm, Adjustment of AnconOptima
whichever is less. Channel and Bolt Fixings brochure.

Reduced Increased
cavity cavity

Maximum Minimum
2
Increased bearing shim /3
thickness bearing

Increased Bearing Used to Shims Used to Accommodate


Accommodate Reduced Cavity Enlarged Cavity

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AnconOptima
Patent No. EP 1211364

A NCON O PTIMA The Benefits of AnconOptima


AnconOptima is a standard masonry support Standard AnconOptima systems are available More adjustable than welded bracket
system. It comprises a two-step angle, with to support masonry loads of up to 10kN, 12kN systems
pre-marked fixing zones, and a range of and 14kN. The performance is dependent on Specified by using simple load/cavity
interchangeable brackets to suit cavities from the length and thickness of the angle, the charts
60mm to 130mm. Systems are available to fixing centres of the brackets, and the type of
support a masonry load of up to 14kN and fixing used.
No requirement for detailed layout
drawings
brackets are simply changed on site to allow
for cavity variations. Locking wedges ensure Not specific to any one project

the correct contact is achieved between angle Supplied from stock


and bracket. Faster to install

Easier to move around site

Upper
bearing
point

1.5 to 2mm
Locking
wedge

Lower
bearing
points
10mm

Correct installation of AnconOptima


AnconOptima Brackets, Locking
Wedges and Angle with Pre-marked
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Adjustment Welded support systems are unlikely to meet


The Industrys growing emphasis on speed of the typical tolerance requirement of 20mm.
construction, and the inability of welded bracket With the ability to change brackets on site,
support systems to provide sufficient and subject to the type of fixing used,
adjustment on site, led Ancon to develop the AnconOptima meets this tolerance on cavities
AnconOptima System. It is more adjustable from 80mm to 110mm.
than other support systems; brackets are
If the system is to be fixed using expansion
changed on site to allow for variations in the
bolts, the brackets can be moved to eliminate
edge beam and are available to suit cavities
clashes between the bolts and reinforcing bar.
from 60mm to 130mm in 5mm increments.
The AnconOptima System features a fixing zone
Shims can be used for fine adjustments and
providing a total of 50mm horizontal adjustment.
should never need to be more than 4mm thick.
This also allows the system to be fixed to
The ability of welded bracket support systems pre-drilled holes rather than slots in steelwork.
to accommodate variations in the line of the Vertical adjustment is achieved in the usual way
structure is limited by the maximum thickness by the deep slot in the back of the bracket.
of shims, normally 12mm. Some additional
Horizontal adjustment can be increased by
adjustment will be possible by varying the
fixing the system to an Ancon channel cast
bearing of the brickwork on the support angle
into the face of the concrete.
but this will be very limited, particularly where
pistol bricks are used.

100mm 100mm

Adjustment of AnconOptima

AnconOptima accommodates variations in the line of the edge beam Adjustment of AnconOptima

60mm 130mm

Standard brackets are available to suit cavities from 60mm to 130mm

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Installation
Installation of the AnconOptima System
provides significant time savings over welded
support systems. The preferred technique of
installers is to level and fix two brackets and
simply slide the angle into position. This reduces
the time spent tightening and loosening the
fixing bolts of a welded bracket system, in
Setting Out Cutting on site
order to achieve a level horizontal shelf. Where
Unlike bespoke systems, there is no time- AnconOptima is not designed for specific
space limitations prevent the angle from sliding,
consuming setting out of individually buildings and certain angles will need to be cut
the brackets can be positioned on the angle
referenced components to a detailed layout on site to suit the length required. Each angle
and conventionally fixed; the smaller lengths of
drawing. The smaller components of section must have at least two brackets.
angle simplifying this method of installation.
AnconOptima are also easier to move around
Corners When the brackets and angle are in position a
site, often without hiring crane time.
Standard left-hand and right-hand corners are locking wedge is tapped with a hammer
available. Each corner section requires three through the notches in each bracket. These
brackets in order to achieve the required wedges ensure the correct contact is achieved
performance. These sections should never between angle and brackets. A detailed
be cut. installation guide is available from Ancon.

Angle section
slides into position

Section is cut to
suit angle run

Standard 850mm
mitred corner
10mm gap between section requiring
units 3 brackets

Typical AnconOptima layout


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Details for Specifying and Ordering Specification Clause Brackets


The AnconOptima System simplifies the total Delete items shown in italic as applicable. Ancon stocks a range of brackets to suit
supply process. It consists of standard AnconOptima 10/12/14 standard cavities from 60mm to 130mm in 5mm
components, all available from stock, and can masonry support system comprising a increments. There are two types of bracket to
be specified by using the simple load/cavity W profile stainless steel section c/w slide suit the two angle thicknesses. Brackets
charts below. Specification of the on, interchangeable fixing brackets to suit designed for one angle thickness do not
AnconOptima System does not involve the varying cavity width, and locking wedges. interchange with those designed for the other.
completion of detailed layout drawings and not Brackets for AnconOptima 10 will only fit the
Fix back to concrete/steelwork using
being specific to any project, excess items 4mm angle of this system. Brackets suitable
expansion bolts/cast-in channel/stainless
from one site can be used elsewhere. for the 5mm angle will interchange between
steel set screws/Steelgrip.
AnconOptima 12 and AnconOptima 14.
Cavity Load System to carry 5m/6m/7m maximum
kN/m A locking wedge is supplied with each bracket.
height of single skin brickwork/rendered
100mm thick blockwork and to be
Min.
installed strictly in accordance with
edge
Ancons instructions.
Min.
slab Fixing Manufactured in Grade 1.4301 (304)
height
Austenitic Stainless Steel.

AnconOptima Systems
Maximum Angle Angle Nominal Length Fixing Bracket Bracket
System Load Thickness Length (including 10mm gap between angles) Zone Position Height
(kN/m) (mm) (mm) (mm) Colour (mm) (mm)
AnconOptima 10 10 4 990 1000 Red 500 centres 167
AnconOptima 12 12 5 990 1000 Green 500 centres 187
AnconOptima 14 14 5 790 800 Blue 400 centres 187

AnconOptima 10
Fixing Min. Min.
Fixing height edge slab Maximum load (kN/m) for various cavity widths (mm)
(mm) (mm) (mm) 60 65 70 75 80 85 90 95 100 105 110 115 120 125 130
30/20 channel 130 75 205 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 9.9 9.8 9.5 9.3 9.1 8.9 8.7
40/25 channel 130 100 230 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 9.9 9.7 9.5 9.3
FBN12/45 A4-145* 130 90 220 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10
M12 set screws 130 - - 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10
M12 Steelgrip 130 - - 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10

AnconOptima 12
Fixing Min. Min.
Fixing height edge slab Maximum load (kN/m) for various cavity widths (mm)
(mm) (mm) (mm) 60 65 70 75 80 85 90 95 100 105 110 115 120 125 130
30/20 channel 150 75 225 10.1 12 12 11.9 11.7 11.5 11.3 11.1 10.9 10.7 10.5 10.3 10.1 9.9 9.7
40/25 channel 150 100 250 10.1 12 12 12 12 12 12 11.8 11.6 11.4 11.2 11 10.7 10.5 10.3
FBN12/45 A4-145* 150 105 255 10.1 12 12 12 12 12 12 12 12 12 12 12 12 12 12
M12 set screws 150 - - 10.1 12 12 12 12 12 12 12 12 12 12 12 12 12 12
M12 Steelgrip 150 - - 10.1 12 12 12 12 12 12 12 12 12 12 12 12 12 12

AnconOptima 14
Fixing Min. Min.
Fixing height edge slab Maximum load (kN/m) for various cavity widths (mm)
(mm) (mm) (mm) 60 65 70 75 80 85 90 95 100 105 110 115 120 125 130
30/20 channel 150 75 225 12.7 14 14 14 14 14 14 13.9 13.6 13.3 13.1 12.8 12.4 11.9 11.6
40/25 channel 150 100 250 12.7 14 14 14 14 14 14 14 14 14 13.9 13.7 13.4 13.2 12.9
FBN12/45 A4-145* 150 105 255 12.7 14 14 14 14 14 14 14 14 14 14 14 14 14 14
M12 set screws 150 - - 12.7 14 14 14 14 14 14 14 14 14 14 14 14 14 14
M12 Steelgrip 150 - - 12.7 14 14 14 14 14 14 14 14 14 14 14 14 14 14

Notes: Minimum slab thickness assumes that the support angle is level with the bottom of the slab. A thicker slab will be required where this is not the case.
*FBN12/45 A4-145 is an Ancon Single Expansion Bolt. See page 42 for information on these, and other Ancon bolts.

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MDC Bracket Angle Support System

ANCON MDC BRACKET ANGLE


SUPPORT SYSTEM
Standard MDC Support System MDC/P Support System
Ancon MDC Bracket Angle Support Systems
can carry over 8 metres of brickwork and
accommodate any width of cavity from 40mm
in its standard form. The brackets are welded
to the angle and the material content of both
components is optimised to ensure the most
economic solution is designed.
Design Variations
The Ancon MDC System can be supplied
in a variety of configurations to suit particular
applications and support special masonry
features. The size of the support angle can be
varied to suit the thickness and height of the
masonry to be carried. Bracket spacing, depth
and height are all varied to suit loadings, fixing MDC/R Support System MDC/I Support System
position and cavity width.
There are several variations of the standard
MDC System. MDC/P has the bracket
projecting below the structure, MDC/R has a
reversed angle welded to the bracket, and
MDC/I is a specially inverted system with the
support angle at the top of the bracket. These
variations allow the support leg of the angle to
be positioned anywhere from the top of the
bracket to a position below the bottom of
the bracket.
Soldier courses can be suspended from
MDC systems by using stirrups at 225mm
centres. The stirrups fit over the angle and
stitching rods span between the stirrups,
supporting cored or holed bricks.

MDC with 36/8 Channel and MDC with Stirrups Supporting a


Hangers Supporting a Soldier Soldier Course
Course
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Adjustment
Adjustment is provided in every direction to
allow for tolerance in the structural frame.
The serrated and slotted face of the bracket
allows for vertical adjustment. Cast-in channel
will provide virtually unlimited horizontal
adjustment; slotted holes in a steel edge
member will offer more limited adjustment.
Shims can be included between the bracket
and the frame up to a maximum thickness of
the outside diameter of the fixing bolt, or
16mm, whichever is less.
Shim
Cast-in
channel

Patent No. 2 249 816


Adjustment of MDC Support System

102.5mm
MDC
As an alternative to shims, Ancon support
Extension Plates can sometimes be used
to increase the bearing for the brickwork.
The support leg of the angle must provide
a minimum of 52mm bearing for standard
single skin brickwork for the entire length
of the support. Without this bearing the
brickwork may become unstable. This
must be checked before work proceeds.
The extension plates are pushed onto the
leg of the angle with the flat surface on
top. They are adjusted until the required
amount of extension is achieved, this will
be from 5mm to 17mm.
The plates can provide extra bearing but
they should not extend more than 20mm
from the front of the angle. Extension
plates are usually 400mm long and fixed
with a nominal gap between the plates of
approximately 10mm. Minimum 68mm

Ancon Extension Plates are designed Minimum 52mm


to be used with Ancon Support
Systems. The particular application Extension Plate Fixed to MDC Support System
should be agreed with Ancon technical
staff to ensure that both the support
system and extension plates are
suitable. Contact Ancon's Technical
Services Team for more information.

UK Patent No. 2 305 194


Extension Plates

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Setting Out
Ancon can provide drawings showing the
location of the fixings (cast-in channels for
concrete frames, bolt positions for steel
frames). Bracket angle units will be referenced
and scheduled and all details submitted for
approval before manufacture.
Details for Specification and Ordering
Ancon MDC Systems are tailored to suit each
contract, and are based on the cavity size at
the support and the masonry load to be
carried. Ancon will design an economical
configuration of channel, bracket and angle.
MDC/R Support System
Specification is as follows:-
Shown with an SAH-F
Restraint to the MDC / type / cavity / masonry load
Brickwork Below e.g. MDC / R / 75 / 5.6

Ancon will design a system with a reversed


Cavity
angle to suit a 75mm cavity and carry
Tolerance 5.6 kN/metre run of masonry.
References
MDC Standard system
MDC/R System with reversed angle
MDC/I Inverted system

Some applications demand that the support


leg is below the soffit of the structure. Where
Fixing 10mm this is no more than 150mm, this can be
height standard
specified as a suffix to the standard reference
by . . . . . . P projection.
MDC / cavity / masonry load / projection
e.g. MDC / 125 / 7.2 / P 75

Ancon will design a standard system to suit a


Outstand 125mm cavity, carry 7.2kN/m, with a bracket
Shims
projection of 75mm.
MDC Support System with Shims

Mitred ends at
external corners
- 10mm gap

Welded corner for small returns


Nominal 10mm
gap between units Cast-in channel

Typical Layout of MDC Support System


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MDC Support System with Stirrups


fixed to 30/20 Cast-in Channel

CONCRETE FRAMES
Ancon Masonry Support Systems are generally
fixed to either Ancon 28/15, 30/20 or 38/17
Channels cast into the edge of the concrete.
For applications where particularly high loads
are involved Ancon 40/25 Channel may need
to be considered. Details of these channels are
shown on page 42. The use of cast-in
channels allows the support system to be fixed
to the structure with T bolts and moved along
the line of the channel into the correct position.
The slot in the back of the bracket allows
vertical adjustment. This permits greater
freedom in the positioning of the cast-in
channel to avoid horizontal reinforcement.
As an alternative, Ancon Expansion or Resin
Bolts can be used when cast-in channels have
not been included in the edge beam.

MDC Support System fixed with Single Expansion Bolts

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STEEL FRAMES
Ancon Support Systems can be fixed directly
to uncased structural steel frames. The fixing
positions can usually be at constant centres to
simplify the fabrication of the steelwork.
For cavities larger than 75mm there may
be a requirement for additional fixings near
external corners. When fixing any Ancon
System other than AnconOptima horizontal
slots should be provided in the steel edge
beam stiffeners to allow lateral tolerance.
If excessive movement of the support system
is to be avoided the structural edge member
must be designed to minimise deflections and
accommodate the torsional forces created
by the eccentric load from the brickwork.
Bi-metallic Contact
Corrosion of the steel frame may be slightly
increased where there is direct contact with AnconOptima System Bolted to
stainless steel in a damp environment. This will Steel Edge Beam Stiffeners
not affect the stainless steel and can be
avoided by isolating the two dissimilar metals.
This can be achieved by painting the contact
area or by incorporating a separating membrane
that can be supplied with the Ancon Support
System. For further information see page 6.

MDC Support System Bolted to Steel Edge Beam Stiffeners and a Corner Column

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Ancon Support Systems can be fixed to Rolled


Hollow Sections using Ancon Steelgrip fixings.
These fixings are designed for use where
access is only available from one side.
Ancon Combideck (see pages 18 and 19) can
replace the edge trim of metal deck shuttering
and allow the Support System to be fixed
directly to the face of the concrete floor.
As an alternative for higher loading conditions
the Ancon MDC/TC Top Cleat System can be
employed to fix directly to the top of the
composite deck using expansion bolts.
MDC Support System fixed to face of RHS MDC/TC Support System incorporating
using Ancon Steelgrip individual Top Cleat and Expansion Bolt

AnconOptima Support System Bolted to Combideck

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Corner Detail Showing


Fixing Straps Between CombiDeck
and Metal Deck Shuttering

ANCON COMBIDECK Adjustment


Ancon CombiDeck has been developed The adjustment provided by Ancon
for use with the permanent metal deck CombiDeck is identical to the use of cast-in
shuttering of steel framed structures. channels. The serrated and slotted face of an
CombiDeck edge support is supplied with an Ancon bracket allows for vertical adjustment.
integral channel section that accepts standard The built-in channel will provide virtually
Ancon T Head Bolts. unlimited horizontal adjustment. Shims can be
included between the bracket and the frame
CombiDeck is manufactured in zinc coated
up to a maximum thickness of the outside
mild steel with a stainless steel channel.
diameter of the fixing bolt or 16mm, whichever
Alternatively the complete assembly can be
is less. As an alternative, Ancon Extension
manufactured in stainless steel.
Plates can be used to increase the bearing for
It is supplied in standard three metre lengths in the brickwork (page 13).
a variety of heights to suit the floor thickness.
Corner assemblies and special units are
available to suit particular applications.
The stainless steel channel welded into the
edge support will usually be Ancon 30/20,
positioned 55mm below the top. Ancon 38/17
Channel is sometimes used, or 28/15 where
loadings are small.
The thickness of the floor slab will determine
the capacity of the support system. A 130mm
thick slab will limit the height of single skin
brickwork to 4 metres. Thicker slabs will permit
more masonry to be supported.
Design Variations
Most Ancon Support Systems can be used
with CombiDeck.
Welded CombiDeck corner units are available
for external corners, where it is not possible to
fix directly to a corner column.

MDC Support System Bolted to CombiDeck and a Corner Column


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Details for Specification and Ordering


Ancon MDC Systems are tailored to suit each
project, based on the cavity size at the support
and the masonry load to be supported. Ancon
will design an economical configuration of
channel, bracket and angle.
For applications using CombiDeck the
specification is as follows:-
MDC / CD / type / cavity / masonry load
e.g. MDC / CD / R / 75 / 5.6

Ancon will design a system to fix to CombiDeck


with a reversed angle to suit a 75mm cavity
and carry 5.6 kN/metre run of masonry. Typical Reinforcement Detail Behind CombiDeck

References
MDC/CD Standard CombiDeck system
MDC/CD/R CombiDeck system with reversed
angle
The CombiDeck edge support is specified as
follows:- 100mm
CombiDeck / channel size / height of edge max
e.g. CombiDeck / 30 / 140

This will have a 30/20 channel and will suit a 125mm


floor with a depth of 140mm. min

Fixing CombiDeck to Steelwork


The standard edge trim used with metal deck
permanent shuttering is designed to retain the
wet concrete during construction of the floor.
Ancon CombiDeck also has to support the
external brickwork. It is therefore very 100mm Prop
important that the outside edge of the max

CombiDeck remains vertical. The installation 125mm


procedure, reinforcement requirement and min

allowable overhang may be different to those


of the edge trim which CombiDeck replaces.
The bottom of the CombiDeck should be
fixed to the top of the steelwork at 225mm
maximum centres.
Fixing straps are supplied to restrain the top 100mm Prop
max
edge of the CombiDeck. These will be
Maximum Overhang of CombiDeck
positioned within 100mm of each butt joint
and at centres not exceeding 450mm. The
straps are supplied in 2 metre lengths for
cutting and bending on site.
The outer edge of the CombiDeck can extend
beyond the steelwork up to a maximum
distance of 100mm. If a greater distance is
required, both the metal deck and the
CombiDeck will need to be propped.
A minimum of 125mm should be left between
the outer edge of the CombiDeck and the metal
deck to allow sufficient space for the channel
anchors and the local reinforcement. Where the
decking is at 90 to the CombiDeck, the open
troughs must be filled to retain the wet concrete. Typical Details of Fixing Strap Connections
The butt joints between lengths of CombiDeck
should be taped to prevent concrete leakage.
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CFA Support System Fixed to


Structural Steel Edge Beam

ANCON CFA CONTINUOUS ANGLE Concrete Frames The serrated lips of the AnconLock Channel
SUPPORT SYSTEM The CFA System can be fixed to cast-in permit a vertical adjustment of up to 28mm.
Ancon CFA Systems can carry over 8 metres channels or with expansion bolts. The support Slotted holes (18 x 60mm) in the angle allow
of brickwork and accommodate various cavity angle will either be provided with horizontal horizontal adjustment of 22mm. Shims can
widths. For many applications, particularly slots to suit AnconLock Toothed Channels or be included between the bracket and the
where large cavities are involved, the Ancon with vertical slots and serrated pads to suit frame up to a maximum thickness of the
MDC Support System may prove to be a more continuous channels cast horizontally. For outside diameter of the fixing bolt, or 16mm
economical solution. Continuous angles are further information see page 42. whichever is less.
more suitable for applications where cavities
Adjustment
are small or there is a requirement for the
Adjustment is provided in every direction to
cavity to be closed at the support position.
allow for tolerance in the structural frame.
The angles are cold formed and will normally
Vertical slots in the angle with serrated pads
be supplied in lengths of up to 4 metres.
allow 25mm adjustment. Horizontal
Design Variations adjustment is virtually unlimited when fixing to
In addition to variations in angle size and a continuous cast-in channel and will depend
thickness, an inverted version, the CFA/I, has on the length of the slotted holes in the edge
the support leg at the top and the fixing slots member when fixing to steel. AnconLock
positioned closer to the corner of the angle. Shim

Steel Frames
Continuous angle
Ancon CFA Support Systems can be fixed
directly to uncased structural steel frames.
Universal beams will require an angle to be Bi-metallic Contact
welded between the flanges at each bracket Corrosion of the steel frame may be slightly
position. Horizontal slots should always be increased where there is direct contact with
provided in the steel edge beam to allow Continuous channel stainless steel in a damp environment. This will
lateral tolerance. The angle will have vertical not affect the stainless steel and can be
slots with serrated pads welded to the angle. Shim
avoided by isolating the two dissimilar metals.
The structural edge member must be This can be achieved by painting the contact
designed to minimise deflections and Continuous angle area or by incorporating a separating
accommodate the torsional forces created membrane that can be supplied with the
by the eccentric load from the brickwork, Ancon CFA Support System. For further
if excessive movement of the support system information see page 6.
is to be avoided.

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Fabricated Angle used


to Support Brick Pier

Setting Out
Ancon can provide drawings showing the
location of the fixings (cast-in channels for
concrete frames, bolt positions for steel
frames). Angle units will be referenced and
scheduled and all details submitted for Details for Specification and Ordering References
approval before manufacture. Ancon CFA Systems are tailored to suit each CFA Standard system
job, based on the cavity size at the support CFA/I Inverted system
Fabricated Angles
and the load to be carried. Ancon will design Some applications demand that the support
Many features will need special design
the most economical system. Specification is leg is below the soffit of the structure. Where
attention, especially if double skin brickwork is
as follows:- this is no more than 75mm, this can be
to be supported. Fabricated angles with
CFA / type / cavity / masonry load specified as a suffix to the standard reference
stiffeners, used in conjunction with the Ancon
e.g. CFA / I / 50 / 6.0
MDC System for adjacent single skin by . . . . . . P projection.
brickwork, is often the best solution. Ancon will design a system with an inverted CFA / cavity / masonry load / projection
angle to suit a 50mm cavity and carry e.g CFA / 50 / 5.6 / P 50
Curved Angles
6.0kN/metre run of masonry. Ancon will design a standard system to suit a
Curved angles can be supplied for arches or
other applications. These can be problematic 50mm cavity, carry 5.6kN/m, with an angle
to produce accurately due to the distortion of projection of 50mm.
cold formed members during the bending
process. Although every endeavour is made to
achieve the required curve, our normal
Nominal
tolerances are not applicable for these angles. 10mm gap

Welded corner for small returns

Nominal Cast-in channel


10mm gap

Typical Layout of CFA Support System

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Feature Brickwork Supported from


above by LDB/S Individual Brackets

ANCON INDIVIDUAL BRACKET


SUPPORT SYSTEM
Three versions of the Ancon Individual Bracket
Support System are available, MDB, LDB and
AMK. MDB brackets at 225mm centres will
carry 8 metres of brickwork and LDB brackets
will carry 4 metres. This capacity will reduce
when they are used at 450mm centres to
Shim
support blockwork.

LDB

Adjustment of Individual Bracket Support System

Design Variations Adjustment


Two applications for individual brackets are for Adjustment is provided in every direction to
the support of soldier courses from above, and allow for tolerance in the structural frame. The
for the support of non-structural arched serrated and slotted face of the bracket allows
brickwork. Both these applications involve for vertical adjustment. Cast-in channel will
individual brackets at 225mm centres that provide virtually unlimited horizontal
have stirrups welded to the underside. adjustment. Shims can be included between
Stitching rods span the stirrups and support the bracket and the frame up to a maximum
the three bricks between the brackets. thickness of the outside diameter of the fixing
The use of LDB/IS brackets with the stiffener bolt or 16mm, whichever is less.
below the support plate provides greater
freedom for the brickwork above.
Ancon Soffit Angles are used in conjunction
Soffit Support using LDB/S and Soffit Angle with LDB/S brackets to extend the support of
soffit brickwork. These are usually spaced at
The system comprises individual brackets 225mm centres and fixed to Ancon 28/15
positioned at each perpend, bolted back to Cast-in Channel.
a continuous channel cast into the edge of the
concrete. The 4mm thick support plate of the
standard bracket can be accommodated
within a 10mm bed joint. LDA and MDA angle
support brackets will generally be required
at vertical movement joints and corners.
These brackets have thicknesses of 6mm and
22 8mm respectively.
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Curved Brickwork
Ancon LDBs and MDBs are ideal for
supporting brickwork that is curved on plan.
As an alternative, special MDA brackets can
be designed to suit a wider range of loads and
cavity widths. When fixing to concrete, Ancon
28/15, 30/20 or 38/17 channel can be
supplied curved to suit the radius or expansion
bolts can be used.
Corbelled Brickwork
Individual brackets can be used to support
brickwork at the top of the corbel. Ancon SC28
Corbel Ties restrain the corbelled brickwork to
28/15 channel cast into the sloping face of the
concrete. LDB/IS can be used to suspend a
soldier course over openings.

References
LDB Standard bracket with stiffener
LDA Bracket with angle
LDB/S Bracket with stirrup
LDB/IS Bracket with stirrup and the Special MDA Brackets Supporting
stiffener below Brickwork Curved on Plan
MDB Standard bracket with stiffener
MDA Bracket with angle
AMK Standard bracket
Support to brickwork around external corners
may involve special details.
Bracket SWL/Bracket Typical
Reference (kN) Bolt
LDB/LDA 2.0 M10
MDB/MDA 4.0 M12
AMK 3.5 3.5 M12
AMK 7.0 7.0 M16
Corbelled Brickwork AMK 10.5 10.5 M16

Setting Out
Ancon can provide drawings showing
the location of the cast-in channels.
Brackets will be referenced and scheduled,
and all details submitted for approval
before manufacture. MDB LDB LDB/S LDB/IS

Details for Specification and Ordering


Ancon Individual Brackets are available to suit
most cavity sizes and can be specified
as follows:-
Type / cavity / masonry load
e.g. LDB / 75 / 8.0

Ancon will design an LDB system to suit a


75mm cavity and carry 8.0 kN/metre run of
masonry.
MDA LDA AMK

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STONEWORK SUPPORT Design Considerations


Stone cladding is often a combination of large The design of stone cladding should be in
individually sized stones. These can sometimes accordance with BS 8298 : 1994 Code of
vary in thickness and may include cornice practice for the design and installation of
or other stones that stand out from the natural stone cladding and lining.
general line of the cladding. Support for the The minimum bearing at the support is
stonework will usually be positioned over the generally 50% of the thickness of the stone.
horizontal movement joint at each floor level A single support carrying two stones should
t
and over openings. be at least 75mm long. Where individual
supports are used, these should be at least
50mm long.

m d

Recommended Minimum Dimensions

Minimum Dimensions for Stonework


Less than 3.7m above More than 3.7m above
ground including facias ground including facias
T d m t T d m t
Type of Stone (mm) (mm) (mm) (mm) (mm) (mm) (mm) (mm)
Granite
The most efficient method is for individual Slate 30 20 7 12 40 25 7 15
corbel supports to be positioned at the vertical White Marble
Quartzite
joint between two adjacent stones. As an Hard Limestone
30 20 7 12 40 25 7 15
alternative, two smaller supports can be Travertine
located near each end of each stone. The Limestone 50 25* 20 20* 75 37* 20 30*
Sandstone
support of cornice and other particularly large
Notes: Extract from BS8298: 1994 Code of practice for the design and installation of natural stone cladding and lining.
stones will need special attention. * T/2 if stone thickness (T) is greater than 75mm

Individual CFA/SC and CFA/SL Stonework Corbel Angles

Individual MDC/SC Stonework Support Brackets Britannic Assurance, Wythall

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ANCON CFA/S STONEWORK SUPPORTS


CFA/S Corbel Angles
These are individual angles that accommodate a
fixing bolt in the vertical leg. The dimensions are
chosen to suit the application. The angles can
also be supplied with a lip or dowels to restrain
the base of each stone (Ref CFA/SL or CFA/SD).
CFA/SC Corbel Angles
These are similar to the CFA/S, but the bottom Individual CFA/SC
leg is inclined at 15 to provide restraint where Stonework Corbel Angle
the support has to be positioned above the
base of the stone.
Ancon Corbel Angles are designed to suit
each application. The table shows examples of
CFA/S and CFA/SC supports. Please contact
Ancon's Technical Services Team to discuss
specific requirements.

Typical Sizes for CFA/S and CFA/SC Supports 150mm Long


e Load Fixing Overall
Position Thickness Height Height Outstand Fixing
e t c a b Load Bolt
(mm) (mm) (mm) (mm) (mm) (kN) Reference
8 70 100 73 3.4 FBN10/50 A4-125
60 10 70 100 73 5.4 FBN12/45 A4-145
a 8 70 100 93 2.5 FBN10/50 A4-125
80 10 70 100 93 3.9 FBN12/45 A4-145
c 12 100 130 93 5.8 FBN12/45 A4-145
8 70 100 113 1.9 FBN10/50 A4-125
100 10 70 100 113 3.1 FBN12/45 A4-145
b 12 100 130 113 4.5 FBN12/45 A4-145
t 12 100 130 133 3.7 FBN12/45 A4-145
120 15 120 150 133 5.7 FBN12/45 A4-145
140 15 120 150 153 4.9 FBN12/45 A4-145

References
CFA/S Standard corbel angle
CFA/SC Corbel with angle leg inclined 15
CFA/SD Corbel angle with dowels
CFA/SL Corbel angle with lip

CFA/S CFA/SD

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Shim
Adjustment of
MDC/S Bracket

MDC/S

ANCON MDC/S STONEWORK Details for Specification and Ordering


SUPPORTS Ancon Stonework Supports are generally
Ancon MDC/S Stonework Supports are based designed to suit specific contracts. Ancon
on the MDC masonry support system. The technical staff will be pleased to discuss the
bracket height and depth are varied to suit the most appropriate support system. Standard
cavity size and the loadings. The dimensions stonework supports may however be specified
of the angle are selected to suit the stonework as follows:-
to be supported. MDC / type / cavity / stone width / load
e.g. MDC / SD / 100 / 75 / 4
Design Variations
The MDC/S Stonework Support can be Ancon will design individual MDC/SD supports
supplied in a variety of configurations to suit with dowels to suit 75mm thick stone with a
the particular application. 100mm cavity behind. Each bracket will
Ancon MDC/SD has a dowel to restrain the support a load of 4kN.
base of each stone, MDC/SC has the bottom References
leg of the angle inclined at 15 to provide MDC/S Standard MDC Stonework Bracket
restraint where the support has to be MDC/SC Bracket with angle leg inclined 15
positioned above the base of the stone. Individual MDC/SD Stonework Support
MDC/SD Bracket with dowels Bracket
Adjustment MDC/SL Bracket with lip
The serrated and slotted face of the MDC/S
bracket allows for vertical adjustment. Cast-in
channel will provide horizontal adjustment, but
because fixing positions can be difficult to
predetermine, expansion bolts are often used.
Shims can be included between the bracket
and the frame up to a maximum thickness of
the outside diameter of the fixing bolt, or
16mm, whichever is less.

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ANCON SSB SUPPORT BRACKETS


The Ancon SSB Bracket supports and
restrains stonework with a facing thickness of
between 25mm and 40mm. They can be
positioned in either the vertical or the
horizontal joints and allow adjustment without
the need for shims.
Setting Out
Ancon can provide drawings showing the
location of stonework supports. Supports will
be referenced and scheduled. All details will be
submitted for approval before manufacture.
SSB Stonework
Support Bracket

Ancon SSB Support Brackets


Facing Cavity Adjustment Dead Wind Fixing Fixing
Thickness Size +/- Load Load Height Load
Reference (mm) (mm) (mm) (N) (N) (mm) (N)
25
SSB-1 30 50 10 450 400 107 736
40
25
SSB-1a 30 60 10 450 400 107 779
40
25
SSB-2 30 60 10 850 750 132 1330
40
25
SSB-2a 30 75 10 850 750 132 1426
40
25
SSB-2c 30 100 10 700 600 132 1289
40 SSB Stonework Support Bracket

ANCON ASB BRACKET


The ASB is an adjustable bracket for the
support of thin stone and rain-screen cladding.
It offers exceptional capacity for adjustment
without cutting on-site, allowing rapid and
accurate installation of stone panels. Vertical
adjustment in 1mm increments is provided by
the slot in the bracket and the use of shims
between the two components of the bracket.
These shims are supplied as standard.
Very large cavities of up to 270mm are easily
accommodated. The standard 20mm
horizontal adjustment can be increased to
25mm with the use of optional shims.
ASB Bracket with Adjustable ASB Bracket with Adjustable
Each bracket can support up to 250kg, and is Support Fully Extended Support Fully Retracted
designed for stone up to 50mm thickness.

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LINTELS Corrosion Resistance


Ancon Building Products manufactures a Ancon Lintels are manufactured from
complete range of stainless steel lintels. Austenitic stainless steel and will not require
The Housing and Unilintel ranges are designed any further corrosion protection. BS 5977 :
to suit the loading conditions found in the Part 2 : 1983 Specification for prefabricated
majority of residential and commercial buildings. lintels, recognises the unique corrosion
Ancons comprehensive standard range properties of stainless steel in clause 4.2; It is
consists of: essential to protect all steels except Austenitic
stainless steel from corrosion. A separate
Housing Lintels
damp proof course is unnecessary with the
Unilintels
Unilintel range, however some authorities
Channel Lintels currently require a damp proof course in areas
Solid Wall Lintels of severe exposure as defined in BS 5628 :
Part 3 : 1985 Materials and components,
Single Leaf Lintels
design and workmanship, table 10.
Timber Frame Lintels

Box Lintels
Bespoke lintels can also be manufactured
to suit heavy duty situations, special shapes
and wall constructions not covered by our
standard range.

Housing Lintel

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Unilintel

Thermal Performance Load Ratios Although the lintels have a drip edge on the
The thermal transmittance, i.e. U value, of The safe working loads for Housing Lintels and external flange to shed moisture, good
any wall construction depends on the thermal Unilintels in the tables on pages 30 and 31 are practice should be followed at the junction of
characteristics of the individual components for situations where the total distributed load on the window head and lintel by sealing with a
being used. The design of both the Housing the lintel is shared between the inner and outer suitable mastic, thereby ensuring that driving
Lintel and Unilintel is such that it allows for leaves in ratios of between 1:1 and 3:1 rain does not penetrate.
continuity of construction down to window respectively. For other load ratios, point loads or
Weep vents are generally required above lintels
head level. lintels carrying concrete floors, please contact
at a maximum of 450mm centres. Each
Ancon's Technical Services Team.
Housing Lintels are supplied insulated with opening should have at least two weep holes
CFC-free, high density polystyrene Installation and stop ends are required to prevent
manufactured in accordance with BS 3837 : The lintel should be firmly bedded in mortar moisture penetration.
Part 1 : 1986 to be CFC-free with an ozone with at least 150mm end bearing onto a full
Long spanning lintels and all single leaf lintels
depletion potential of zero. brick/block. Please consult Ancon when using
will require propping during installation to limit
limited bearing. The front and back of the lintel
Fire Rating deflections.
must be level before proceeding and a
The Housing Lintel and the Unilintel have been
separate dpc incorporated if required. Technical Assistance
independently assessed for their performance
Ancons Technical Services Team is available to
in a fire and both have a one hour fire rating. When installing Housing Lintels and Unilintels
advise on specification, design, installation and
the inner and outer leaves should be raised
Structural Performance structural loading conditions.
together to avoid twisting the lintel; blocks
The safe working loads are derived by
should continue for the full length of the inner Online Product Selector
calculation and supported by tests to establish
flange. Masonry should have a maximum Visit www.ancon.co.uk to use Ancons online
their validity in accordance with the provisions
overhang of 25mm and blockwork should be Lintel Product Selector. Answer a series of
of BS 5977 : Part 2 : 1983.
built as close as possible to the upstand. Point simple questions concerning your application
loads should be applied at least 150mm above and the most suitable lintel will be referenced.
lintel flanges.

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Housing Lintels
These are suitable for most domestic,
small commercial developments and framed
structures. They are supplied complete with
insulation and metal lathing to provide a plaster
key. Housing lintels require a separate dpc.

Inner Wall Nom.


Cavity Leaf Widths Height Gauge Length SWL
(mm) (mm) (mm) Ref. (mm) (mm) (mm) (kN)
SH221 150 2.0 750-2100 20
SH321 150 3.0 750-1650 33
1800-2550 24
50-74 100-124 250-285 2700-3000 20
SH331 225 3.0 750-2550 50
2700-3300 35
3450-3900 30
SH221E 150 2.5 750-2550 20
SH321E 150 3.0 750-1650 30
1800-2550 20
50-74 125-150 275-310 2700-3000 18
SH331E 225 3.0 750-2550 40
2700-3300 30
3450-3900 25
100 42 95
125

50-74mm Cavity

Inner Wall Nom.


Cavity Leaf Widths Height Gauge Length SWL
(mm) (mm) (mm) Ref. (mm) (mm) (mm) (kN)
SH222 150 2.0 750-2100 20
SH322 150 3.0 750-1650 33
1800-2550 24
75-99 100-124 275-310 2700-3000 20
SH332 225 3.0 750-2550 50
2700-3300 35
3450-3900 30
SH222E 150 2.5 750-2550 20
SH322E 150 3.0 750-1650 30
75-99 125-150 300-335 1800-2550 20
2700-3000 18
SH332E 225 3.0 750-2550 40
2700-3900 30

100 67 95
125

75-99mm Cavity

Inner Wall Nom.


Cavity Leaf Widths Height Gauge Length SWL
(mm) (mm) (mm) Ref. (mm) (mm) (mm) (kN)
SH223 150 2.0 750-2100 20
SH323 150 3.0 750-1650 33
1800-2550 24
100-125 100-124 300-335 2700-3000 20
SH333 225 3.0 750-2550 50
2700-3300 35
3450-3900 30
SH223E 150 2.5 750-2550 20
SH323E 150 3.0 750-1650 30
1800-2550 20
100-125 125-150 325-360 2700-3000 18
SH333E 225 3.0 750-2550 40
2700-3900 30
100 92 95
125

100-125mm Cavity

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Unilintels
Unilintels are designed for the heavy duty loading
conditions often found in commercial developments
and have the top flange built into the inner leaf. They
are complete with metal lathing to provide a plaster
key and can be used without a separate dpc.
Insulation can be supplied as an optional extra.
Inner Wall Nom.
Cavity Leaf Widths Height Gauge Length SWL
(mm) (mm) (mm) Ref. (mm) (mm) (mm) (kN)
SU221 157 2.5/2.0 750-2100 30
2250-2700 25
SU321 157 3.0/2.0 750-2100 38
2250-2700 31
SU231 233 2.5/2.0 750-2100 50
50-74 100-124 250-285 2250-2700 48
SU331 233 3.0/2.0 2550-3150 48
3300-3900 36
SU431 233 4.0/4.0 3000-3900 58
SU531 233 5.0/5.0 3000-3900 65
SU221E 157 2.5/2.0 750-2100 30
2250-2700 25
SU321E 157 3.0/2.0 750-2100 38 100 42 95
2250-2700 31
125
SU231E 233 2.5/2.0 750-2100 50
50-74 125-150 275-310
2250-2700 48
SU331E 233 3.0/2.0 2550-3150 48 50-74mm Cavity
3300-3900 36
SU431E 233 4.0/4.0 3000-3900 58
SU531E 233 5.0/5.0 3000-3900 65

Inner Wall Nom.


Cavity Leaf Widths Height Gauge Length SWL
(mm) (mm) (mm) Ref. (mm) (mm) (mm) (kN)
SU222 157 2.5/2.0 750-2100 32
2250-2700 27
SU322 157 3.0/2.0 750-2100 40
2250-2700 32
75-99 100-124 275-310 SU232 233 2.5/2.0 750-2100 52
2250-2700 50
SU332 233 3.0/2.0 2550-3150 50
3300-3900 38
SU432 233 4.0/4.0 3000-3900 60
SU532 233 5.0/5.0 3000-3900 66
SU222E 157 2.5/2.0 750-2100 32
2250-2700 27
SU322E 157 3.0/2.0 750-2100 40 100 67 95
2250-2700 32
125
75-99 125-150 300-335 SU232E 233 2.5/2.0 750-2100 52
2250-2700 50
SU332E 233 3.0/2.0 2550-3150 50 75-99mm Cavity
3300-3900 38
SU432E 233 4.0/4.0 3000-3900 60
SU532E 233 5.0/5.0 3000-3900 66

Inner Wall Nom.


Cavity Leaf Widths Height Gauge Length SWL
(mm) (mm) (mm) Ref. (mm) (mm) (mm) (kN)
SU223 157 2.5/2.0 750-2100 33
2250-2700 28
SU323 157 3.0/2.0 750-2100 41
2250-2700 33
100-125 100-124 300-335 SU233 233 2.5/2.0 750-2100 53
2250-2700 51
SU333 233 3.0/2.0 2550-3150 51
3300-3900 39
SU433 233 4.0/4.0 3000-3900 60
SU533 233 5.0/5.0 3000-3900 66
SU223E 157 2.5/2.0 750-2100 33
2250-2700 28
SU323E 157 3.0/2.0 750-2100 41 100 92 95
2250-2700 33
125
100-125 125-150 325-360 SU233E 233 2.5/2.0 750-2100 53
2250-2700 51
SU333E 233 3.0/2.0 2550-3150 51 100-125mm Cavity
3300-3900 39
SU433E 233 4.0/4.0 3000-3900 60
SU533E 233 5.0/5.0 3000-3900 66 31
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Single Leaf Lintels/Angle Lintels


These lintels carry a single leaf, usually the
external leaf, of a cavity wall. The lintel can be
supplied with lips to either leg if required.
Single leaf lintels require a separate dpc.
Outer
Leaf Height Gauge Ixx Zxx Length SWL Height
(mm) Ref. (mm) (mm) (cm4) (cm3) (mm) (kN) see table
SL31 95 3 50.7 7.2 750-1800 4
SL41 95 4 66.5 9.5 750-2400 6
SL32 150 3 175.4 17.1 750-2400 8
SL42 150 4 231.2 22.6 750-2400 12
95-120
2550-3300 10
SL33 200 3 379.7 29.1 750-2400 15
2550-3300 12
SL43 200 4 502.5 38.6 750-2400 20
2550-3300 14
SL53 200 5 622.3 48.0 750-1800 30 95
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Channel Lintels
Designed to fit solid walls up to 225mm wide,
the Channel Lintel can be supplied with
welded metal lathing on any side to provide
a plaster key.
Height
Width 100mm see table
Nom.
Height Gauge Ixx Zxx Length SWL
Ref. (mm) (mm) (cm4) (cm3) (mm) (kN)
SC322 155 3.0 328.4 37.3 750-1500 20 100
SC422 155 4.0 437.8 49.7 1650-2100 20
Channel Lintel
SC522 155 5.0 547.3 62.2 2250-3000 20
SC332 233 3.0 837.7 65.4 750-1500 20
SC432 233 4.0 1117.0 87.2 1650-2100 30
SC532 233 5.0 1396.2 109.1 2250-3000 40
Note: Channel Lintels
These lintels have been tested using composite action with surrounding masonry to BS 5628, and should be suitably
restrained during construction.

Solid Wall Lintels


For use with solid walls, the Standard Duty has a
top flange built into the brickwork. The Light
Duty version is suitable for spans up to 2700mm.
Height
see table
Width 200mm (Light Duty)
Nom.
Height Gauge Ixx Zxx Length SWL
Ref. (mm) (mm) (cm4) (cm3) (mm) kN)
SS312 75 3.0 57.3 9.7 750 12
900-1500 10 200
SS422 150 4.0 371.3 35.4 1650 15
1800-1950 14 Light Duty Solid Wall Lintel
2100-2700 13

Width 200mm (Standard Duty)


Nom.
Height Gauge Ixx Zxx Length SWL
Ref. (mm) (mm) (cm4) (cm3) (mm) kN)
SS321 158 3.0 503.6 58.7 750-1800 40 Height
1950-2700 30 see table
SS331 233 3.0 1581.2 125.9 750-1800 60
1950-2700 50
2850-3600 40
SS431 233 4.0 2108.3 167.8 750-3900 55

100 95
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Eaves Lintels
Eaves lintels are built into the inner leaf at
eaves level. Metal lathing is welded to the
underside to provide a plaster key.
Inner Nom.
Cavity Leaf Height Gauge Length SWL
(mm) (mm) Ref. (mm) (mm) (mm) (kN) Height
see table
SE321 155 3.0 750-1500 23
50-74 100-125 SE421 155 4.0 1650-2100 25
SE521 155 5.0 2250-3000 25
SE321E 155 3.0 750-1500 23 Inner leaf 100-125 100 65
50-74 125-150 SE421E 155 4.0 1650-2100 25 Inner Leaf 125-150 125 90
SE521E 155 5.0 2250-3000 25
SE322 155 3.0 750-1500 23
SE422 155 4.0 1650-2100 25 Eaves Lintel
75-100 100-125
SE522 155 5.0 2250-3000 25
SE322E 155 3.0 750-1500 23
SE422E 155 4.0 1650-2100 25
75-100 125-150
SE522E 155 5.0 2250-3000 25
Note: Eaves Lintels
These lintels have been tested using composite action with surrounding masonry to BS 5628, and a continuous wall plate
over the opening.

Eaves/Cant
Inner Nom.
Cavity Leaf Height Gauge Length SWL
(mm) (mm) Ref. (mm) (mm) (mm) (kN)
SHE22 150 2.5 750-2100 25
50-74 100-125
SHE32 150 3.0 2250-2550 25
Note: All profiles can be adapted to suit extended/reduced outer/inner toes. 50

Housing Lintel with reduced leg


used at eaves

Box Beam Lintels


For use with solid wall constructions Box lintels
can be supplied with welded metal lathing to 65
provide a plaster key on any side.
Wall 100
Height Widths Gauge Length SWL
Ref. (mm) (mm) (mm) (mm) (kN) SBH Light Duty Lintel
SB211H 65 100 2.0 750-1350 18
1500-2100 10
SB211V 100 75 2.5 750-1650 17
1800-2100 12
SB222V 140 100 2.5 750-2100 28
2250-3000 20
Height
SB232V 215 100 2.5 750-2100 51 see table
SB332V 215 100 3.0 2250-2850 44
3000-3900 32
SB213V 100 140 2.5 750-1500 30
1650-2100 20 75, 100,140
SB223V 140 140 2.5 750-2100 36
2250-3000 25 SBV Lintels for 75-150mm walls
SB333V 215 140 3.0 750-3300 47
3450-3900 39
SBL22V 140 195-225 2.0 750-2100 28
SBL22V2 140 195-225 2.5 2250-2550 30
2700-3000 21
Height
SBL23V 215 195-225 2.0 750-2100 43 see table
SBL33V 215 195-225 3.0 2250-2850 40
3000-3900 30

100 95

SBL Lintels for 195-225mm walls

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Timber and Steel Frame Lintels


These lintels are designed to support the
external brickwork over openings in timber or
steel framed buildings. Timber frame lintels are Height
supplied with retaining clips and should be used see table

with a separate dpc.

For Walls with 40-65mm Cavity


Nom.
Height Gauge Length SWL
Ref. (mm) (mm) (mm) (kN)
ST22 158 2.5 750-1800 15.0
1950-2100 13.0 40 95
ST32 158 3.0 2250-2400 13.0
2550-2700 11.0 Timber & Steel Frame Lintel ST22-ST42
ST42 158 4.0 2850-3300 12.0
3450-3900 10.0

Custom Lintels Special cranked, bay, corner and cantilevered The following information will aid the design
In order to meet the requirements of todays corners are available in addition to the following of a custom lintel and if available should be
challenging industry, Ancon Building Products arch shapes: supplied with your enquiry.
can design and manufacture special stainless
steel lintels for applications where standard
Segmental arch Wall construction: outer leaf, inner leaf and
cavity size.
lintels are unsuitable. Semi-circular arch

Solutions can be supplied for complex features Apex arch Clear span of opening.

such as corbels and other architectural details. Gothic arch Bearings available (if less than 225mm).

Flat top arch Radius or rise of arch and angles for apex/
cranked and corner lintels.
Double arch

Arched on plan
Ancons Technical Services Team will offer
advice on the most appropriate lintel or
alternative method of supporting masonry.

Corner

Apex arch

Semi-circular arch

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WINDPOSTS Ancon WP1 and WP3 Windposts


Ancon WP1 and WP3 Windposts are channel
Design Considerations
section windposts which are designed to
Large panels of masonry or panels with
be installed within the cavity leaving the
openings can often be difficult to justify
blockwork undisturbed. The windposts are
structurally. The traditional solutions have been
complete with end connections and ties which
to either increase the thickness of the wall or
fit into the vertical slots in the flanges of the
introduce an additional column. Ancon
channel section.
Windposts fit within the wall allowing the
existing thickness to be maintained.

Typical Layout of Windposts and Parapet


Posts on an Elevation of Brickwork WP1 Windpost with SDN and SPN Ties in
Cavity Wall

WP3 Windposts with SDN and SPN Ties


Providing Support for Brick Pier

Ancon WP2 Windposts


Ancon WP4 Windposts Ancon WP2 Windposts are angle section
Ancon WP4 Windposts are generally used in windposts designed for either small cavities or
internal blockwork walls that have a 'fair faced' where wind loads are high. One leg of the
finish to both sides and where the windposts angle windpost is built into the blockwork, and
cannot protrude beyond either face. the blockwork tied through the leg of the
Sometimes referred to as 'spine' posts they windpost to minimise any possible movement
are flat plates designed to fit within the wall. or cracking of internal finishes. If a vertical
Although the depth of a WP4 post is limited by movement joint is required in place of a
the width of the masonry (ideally 20mm less tied joint, ties with a plain end on one side can
than the wall width) the thickness of the post be supplied.
can vary to increase its load capacity.
Blockwork is tied through the post. Debonded
ties can be used if the post is positioned at a
movement joint.

WP2 Windpost with SDN and SNS Ties in


Cavity Wall
WP4 Windpost with SNS Tie in Single Skin
Blockwork

WP2 Windpost at Vertical Movement Joint


in the Inner Leaf of Blockwork with PNS
Ties Across the Post

WP2 Windpost with SNS Tie and ST1 Wall


Ties Each Side of the Post
WP3 Fixed to Concrete at the Base and a
Steel Beam at the Top
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Windpost Design
Ancon Windposts are designed to span
vertically between floors to provide lateral
support for panels of brickwork. The
windposts will usually be restrained by the
brickwork and designed as simply supported
beams.
Deflection under wind load will often limit the
maximum loading. Windposts can be designed
as propped cantilevers to limit deflection, this
however will require a much larger base
connection which in many cases may be
difficult to accommodate. WP1/WP3 WP2 Windposts
Windposts will will usually have
usually have Ties Ties at 225mm
Connections to the frame are designed to permit
at 450mm Vertical Centres
adjustment during installation. Serrated surfaces Vertical Centres
will be provided where adjustment is in the
direction of the load. The top connection allows
for shrinkage or vertical movement of the frame
to take place. The type of fixing will depend on
the nature of the frame. Expansion bolts are
normally supplied for concrete frames and set
screws will be supplied for steel frames. The
tables on page 40 include part of the Ancon
range of windposts. For further information or 225mm or to suit 225mm or to suit
advice on specific applications, please contact
Ancon's Technical Services Team.

WP1/WP3 Windpost Fixed to WP2 Windpost Fixed to Top of


Face of Concrete Structure Concrete and Underside of
Steel Beam

Parapet and Spandrel Posts


Ancon Parapet and Spandrel Posts are
restrained by the brickwork and designed as
cantilevers. The base connection will need to
be sufficient to resist the bending moment
and may in some cases be difficult to
accommodate within the floor construction.
The height of these posts is unlikely to be
more than 1.6 metres. The tables on page 41
include part of the Ancon range of parapet and
spandrel posts. For further information or
advice on specific applications, please contact
Ancon's Technical Services Team.

WP1/WP3 Parapet Post Fixed WP2 Spandrel Post Fixed to


to Face of Concrete Top and Face of Concrete, with
Horizontal Rail at the Top of
the Post

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Fixings for Windposts and Parapet Posts


Connections to the frame can be made in a
variety of ways and will depend on the type
of post, structure and fixing being used.
Typical examples of connections are shown.
For more specific details please consult
Ancon's Technical Services Team. Base Connection of a WP3
Windpost to Combideck

Top Connection of a WP3 Windpost to the Top Connection of a WP3 Windpost to the Top Connection of a WP2 Windpost to the
Underside of a Concrete Beam Face of the Concrete Underside of a Steel Beam

Top Connection of a WP2 Windpost to the Top Connection of a WP3 Windpost to the Base Connection of a WP3 Windpost
Underside of a Timber Wall Plate Underside of a Steel Beam to the Top of a Concrete Slab

Top Connection of a WP3


Windpost to the Top of a
Timber Wall Plate

Base Connection of a WP2 Parapet Post to


the Top and Face of a Concrete Slab

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Connections
The choice of fixing and its position is
dependant on the type and length of the
windpost and the structure to which it is being 35mm

fixed. Ancon designs fixing details for the top


and base of each windpost and a drawing is Designed
issued for approval prior to manufacture. to suit

The bolt in the slotted connection at the top of


the windpost is positioned so that vertical
movement of the frame can take place.
The details shown are typical. Please contact
Ancons Technical Services Team for more
information. Designed
to suit

WP2 Windpost Bolted to a Steel Beam at the Top and Fixed to Concrete at the Base

35mm

Designed
to suit

Designed
to suit
Designed to suit

WP3 Windpost Fixed using Expansion Bolts into Concrete at the Top and Bottom

Designed to suit

WP3 Windpost Fixed Directly to the WP2 Parapet Post Fixed using Expansion
Foundations Bolts into the Concrete

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WP2 Windpost Bolted to the


Top of a Concrete Floor Slab

Wall Ties Details for Specification and Ordering Windpost Design Sheet
A range of ties is available to suit Ancon The following clause can be adapted for Contact Ancon on +44 (0) 114 275 5224 or
Windposts. SDN Ties are used to the outer your bill of quantities to aid the visit www.ancon.co.uk for a Windpost Design
leaf and SPN Ties to the inner leaf. SNS Ties specification of Ancon Windposts and Sheet. This sheet summarises all the
are used across the posts in the inner Parapet Posts. information required by Ancon to design the
blockwork and can be supplied with a most appropriate windpost or parapet post to
Ancon Windposts WP3 65 x 60 x 4 in
debonding sleeve for use where there is a suit an application.
grade 304 stainless steel, overall length
vertical movement joint.
2750mm complete with all ties and end
connections. Fixed with Ancon FBN12/15
A4-115 Expansion Bolts.
Ancon Windposts are designed and
manufactured to suit each individual
project. Sufficient time should be allowed
SPN for the design, approval and
manufacturing process when placing
orders for windposts.

SDN

SNS

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Properties and Recommended The tables below include examples of


Loads for Windposts Ancons range of windposts. For further
Ancon Windposts are designed as simply information or advice on specific
supported beams with a maximum stress of applications, including fixed-base Propped
181N/mm2 and a maximum deflection of Cantilever designs please contact Ancon's
span/360. Technical Services Team.

a a

a a
t t t

b b b
t
WP1 WP2 WP3 WP4

Properties and Performance of WP1 and WP3 Windposts


Size Ixx Zxx TOTAL Unfactored Load (kN) per Post (uniformly distributed)
axbxt cm4 cm3 2.5m 3.0m 3.5m 4.0m 4.5m 5.0m 5.5m 6.0m
60 x 60 x 4 41.9 14.0 2.9 2.0 1.5 - - - - -
WP1 80 x 60 x 4 84.4 21.1 5.8 4.0 2.9 2.3 1.8 1.4 - -
55 x 60 x 4 32.7 11.9 2.2 1.6 - - - - - -
55 x 60 x 5 38.7 14.1 2.6 1.8 - - - - - -
65 x 60 x 4 48.0 14.8 3.3 2.3 1.7 - - - - -
65 x 60 x 5 57.1 17.6 3.9 2.7 2.0 1.5 - - - -
75 x 60 x 4 66.7 17.8 4.6 3.2 2.3 1.8 - - - -
75 x 60 x 5 79.7 21.3 5.4 3.8 2.8 2.1 1.7 - - -
WP3 85 x 60 x 4 88.9 20.9 6.1 4.2 3.1 2.4 1.9 1.5 - -
85 x 60 x 5 106.7 25.1 7.3 5.1 3.7 2.8 2.3 1.8 1.5 -
95 x 60 x 5 138.3 29.1 9.4 6.6 4.8 3.7 2.9 2.4 2.0 1.6
105 x 60 x 5 174.9 33.3 11.9 8.3 6.1 4.7 3.7 3.0 2.5 2.1
115 x 60 x 5 216.6 37.7 14.8 10.3 7.5 5.8 4.6 3.7 3.1 2.6
115 x 60 x 6 246.2 42.8 16.7 11.7 8.6 6.6 5.2 4.2 3.5 2.9
115 x 65 x 8 327.3 56.9 16.7 15.5 11.4 8.73 6.9 5.6 4.6 3.8
Note: Figures in bold indicate that these posts require ties at 225mm centres.

Properties and Performance of WP2 Windposts


Size Ixx Zxx TOTAL Unfactored Load (kN) per Post (uniformly distributed)
axbxt cm4 cm3 2.5m 3.0m 3.5m 4.0m 4.5m 5.0m 5.5m 6.0m
125 x 70 x 4 125.9 15.2 8.6 6.0 4.4 3.4 2.7 2.1 1.8 1.5
140 x 70 x 4 171.1 18.8 10.9 8.1 6.0 4.6 3.6 2.9 2.4 2.0
130 x 70 x 6 202.1 24.0 13.8 9.6 7.0 5.4 4.3 3.4 2.9 2.4
155 x 70 x 4 225.3 22.7 13.2 10.7 7.8 6.0 4.7 3.8 3.2 2.7
170 x 70 x 4 289.2 27.0 15.6 13.0 10.1 7.7 6.1 4.9 4.1 3.4
150 x 70 x 6 298.5 31.4 16.7 14.1 10.4 8.0 6.3 5.1 4.2 3.5
WP2
160 x 70 x 6 355.8 35.4 16.7 16.9 12.4 9.5 7.5 6.1 5.0 4.2
185 x 70 x 4 363.5 31.5 16.7 15.2 12.7 9.7 7.7 6.2 5.1 4.3
150 x 80 x 8 406.6 42.2 16.7 19.3 14.2 10.8 8.6 6.9 5.7 4.8
185 x 70 x 5 448.8 39.1 16.7 18.9 15.6 12.0 9.5 7.7 6.3 5.3
160 x 80 x 8 485.1 47.7 16.7 20.0 16.9 12.9 10.2 8.3 6.8 5.7
200 x 70 x 5 554.5 45.2 16.7 20.0 18.7 14.8 11.7 9.5 7.8 6.6
Note: Figures in bold indicate that these posts require ties to the outer leaf at 225mm centres. Ties to the inner leaf will always be at 225mm centres.

Properties and Performance of WP4 Windposts


Size Ixx Zxx TOTAL Unfactored Load (kN) per Post (uniformly distributed)
axt cm4 cm3 2.5m 3.0m 3.5m 4.0m 4.5m 5.0m 5.5m 6.0m
90 x 8 48.6 10.8 3.3 2.3 1.7 - - - - -
100 x 8 66.6 13.3 4.6 3.2 2.3 1.8 1.4 - - -
WP4
110 x 8 88.7 16.1 6.1 4.2 3.1 2.4 1.9 1.5 - -
120 x 8 115.2 19.2 7.9 5.5 4.0 3.1 2.4 2.0 1.6 1.4
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Properties and Recommended Loads uniformly distributed load and the maximum
for Parapet Posts point load at the top. Posts should be selected
Ancon Parapet and Spandrel Posts are from the appropriate table. If the post is to
designed with a maximum stress of 181N/mm2 be designed for both uniformly distributed
and a maximum deflection of height /180. and point loads, please contact Ancon's
The tables below indicate the maximum Technical Services Team.
Properties and Performance of WP1 and WP3 Parapet Posts
Size Ixx Zxx TOTAL Unfactored Load (kN) per Post (uniformly distributed)
axbxt cm4 cm3 0.8m 1.0m 1.2m 1.4m 1.6m 1.8m 2.0m
60 x 60 x 4 41.9 14.0 5.3 3.7 2.6 1.9 1.5 1.2 0.9
WP1
80 x 60 x 4 84.4 21.1 5.3 6.7 5.2 3.8 2.9 2.3 1.9
55 x 60 x 4 32.7 11.9 4.5 2.9 2.0 1.5 1.1 0.9 0.7
55 x 60 x 5 38.7 14.1 5.3 3.4 2.4 1.8 1.3 1.1 0.9
65 x 60 x 4 48.0 14.8 5.3 4.3 3.0 2.2 1.7 1.3 1.1
65 x 60 x 5 57.1 17.6 5.3 5.1 3.5 2.6 2.0 1.6 1.3
WP3
75 x 60 x 4 66.7 17.8 5.3 5.9 4.1 3.0 2.3 1.8 1.5
75 x 60 x 5 79.7 21.3 5.3 6.7 4.9 3.6 2.8 2.2 1.8
85 x 60 x 4 88.9 20.9 5.3 6.7 5.5 4.0 3.1 2.4 2.0
85 x 60 x 5 106.7 25.1 5.3 6.7 6.6 4.8 3.7 2.9 2.4
Note: Figures in bold indicate that these posts require ties at 225mm centres.

Properties and Performance of WP1 and WP3 Parapet Posts


Size Ixx Zxx Maximum Unfactored Point Load at Top of Parapet Post (kN)
axbxt cm4 cm3 0.8m 1.0m 1.2m 1.4m 1.6m 1.8m 2.0m
60 x 60 x 4 41.9 14.0 2.2 1.4 1.0 0.7 0.6 0.4 0.4
WP1
80 x 60 x 4 84.4 21.1 3.8 2.8 2.0 1.4 1.1 0.9 0.7
55 x 60 x 4 32.7 11.9 1.7 1.1 0.8 0.6 0.4 0.3 0.3
55 x 60 x 5 38.7 14.1 2.0 1.3 0.9 0.7 0.5 0.4 0.3
65 x 60 x 4 48.0 14.8 2.5 1.6 1.1 0.8 0.6 0.5 0.4
65 x 60 x 5 57.1 17.6 3.0 1.9 1.3 1.0 0.7 0.6 0.5
WP3
75 x 60 x 4 66.7 17.8 3.2 2.2 1.5 1.1 0.9 0.7 0.6
75 x 60 x 5 79.7 21.3 3.9 2.7 1.8 1.4 1.0 0.8 0.7
85 x 60 x 4 88.9 20.9 3.8 3.0 2.1 1.5 1.2 0.9 0.7
85 x 60 x 5 106.7 25.1 4.6 3.6 2.5 1.8 1.4 1.1 0.9

Properties and Performance of WP2 Parapet Posts


Size Ixx Zxx TOTAL Unfactored Load (kN) per Post (uniformly distributed)
axbxt cm4 cm3 0.8m 1.0m 1.2m 1.4m 1.6m 1.8m 2.0m
125 x 70 x 4 125.9 15.2 5.3 5.5 4.6 4.0 3.5 3.1 2.8
140 x 70 x 4 171.1 18.8 5.3 6.7 5.7 4.9 4.3 3.8 3.4
130 x 70 x 6 202.1 24.0 5.3 6.7 7.3 6.2 5.5 4.8 4.4
155 x 70 x 4 225.3 22.7 5.3 6.7 6.9 5.9 5.2 4.6 4.1
170 x 70 x 4 289.2 27.0 5.3 6.7 8.0 7.0 6.1 5.4 4.9
150 x 70 x 6 298.5 31.4 5.3 6.7 8.0 8.1 7.1 6.3 5.7
WP2
160 x 70 x 6 355.8 35.4 5.3 6.7 8.0 9.2 8.0 7.1 6.4
185 x 70 x 4 363.5 31.5 5.3 6.7 8.0 8.2 7.2 6.4 5.7
150 x 80 x 8 406.6 42.2 5.3 6.7 8.0 9.3 9.6 8.5 7.7
185 x 70 x 5 448.8 39.1 5.3 6.7 8.0 9.3 8.9 7.9 7.1
160 x 80 x 8 485.1 47.7 5.3 6.7 8.0 9.3 10.8 9.6 8.6
200 x 70 x 5 554.5 45.2 5.3 6.7 8.0 9.3 10.2 9.1 8.2
Note: Figures in bold indicate that these posts require ties to the outer leaf at 225mm centres. Ties to the inner leaf will always be at 225mm centres.

Properties and Performance of WP2 Parapet Posts


Size Ixx Zxx Maximum Unfactored Point Load at Top of Parapet Post (kN)
axbxt cm4 cm3 0.8m 1.0m 1.2m 1.4m 1.6m 1.8m 2.0m
125 x 70 x 4 125.9 15.2 2.8 2.2 1.8 1.6 1.4 1.2 1.1
140 x 70 x 4 171.1 18.8 3.4 2.7 2.3 2.0 1.7 1.5 1.4
130 x 70 x 6 202.1 24.0 4.4 3.5 2.9 2.5 2.2 1.9 1.7
155 x 70 x 4 225.3 22.7 4.1 3.3 2.8 2.4 2.1 1.8 1.7
170 x 70 x 4 289.2 27.0 4.9 3.9 3.3 2.8 2.4 2.2 2.0
150 x 70 x 6 298.5 31.4 5.7 4.6 3.8 3.3 2.9 2.5 2.3
WP2
160 x 70 x 6 355.8 35.4 6.4 5.1 4.3 3.7 3.2 2.9 2.6
185 x 70 x 4 363.5 31.5 5.7 4.6 3.8 3.3 2.9 2.5 2.3
150 x 80 x 8 406.6 42.2 7.7 6.1 5.1 4.4 3.8 3.4 3.1
185 x 70 x 5 448.8 39.1 7.1 5.7 4.7 4.1 3.6 3.2 2.8
160 x 80 x 8 485.1 47.7 8.6 6.9 5.8 4.9 4.3 3.8 3.5
200 x 70 x 5 554.5 45.2 8.2 6.6 5.5 4.7 4.1 3.6 3.3

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CHANNEL AND BOLT FIXINGS


These tables include a selection of Ancon
fixings. For complete information please refer
to Ancons Channel and Bolt Fixings brochure.

Cast-in Channels
Bolt Max T-Bolt SWL SWL Fixture Preferred Edge Min. Bolt Bolt
Size Shims Length Tension Shear Hole Dia. Lengths Distance Spacing Torque
Channel Reference (mm) (mm) (mm) (kN) (kN) (mm) (mm) (mm) (mm) (Nm)
28/15 M10 10 50, 100 4.3 4.3 11 3,000 50 200 20
38/17 M12 12 50, 100 7.0 8.0 13 3,000 75 200 30
30/20 M12 12 50, 100 7.5 8.0 13 3,000 75 200 50
40/25 M16 16 50 8.0 10.0 17 3,000 100 200 70
CombiDeck 28/15 M10 10 50, 100 3.75 3.75 11 3,000 55 200 20
CombiDeck 30/20 M12 12 50, 100 6.5 7.0 13 3,000 55 200 50
AnconLock 41/27 M16 16 50, 80 11.3 6.0 17 100 100 200 70
Note: Shear loads for AnconLock 41/27 are in the direction of the channel, all other shear loads are at right angles to the channel

Single Expansion Bolts


Thread Max Overall Fixing SWL SWL Concrete Fixture Min. Edge Min. Bolt Bolt
Size Shims Length Thickness Tension Shear Hole Dia. Hole Dia. Embedment Distance Spacing Torque
Bolt Reference (mm) (mm) (mm) (mm) (kN) (kN) (mm) (mm) (mm) (mm) (mm) (Nm)
FBN10/15 A4-90 M10 10 90 15 5.8 7.5 10 11 50 75 150 30
FBN10/15 A4-90 M10 10 90 15 5.0 6.5 10 11 50 65 150 30
FBN10/50 A4-125 M10 10 125 50 5.8 7.5 10 11 50 75 150 30
FBN10/50 A4-125 M10 10 125 50 5.0 6.5 10 11 50 65 150 30
FBN12/15 A4-115 M12 12 115 15 10.9 12.9 12 13 70 105 210 50
FBN12/15 A4-115 M12 12 115 15 9.3 11.0 12 13 70 90 210 50
FBN12/45 A4-145 M12 12 145 45 10.9 12.9 12 13 70 105 210 50
FBN12/45 A4-145 M12 12 145 45 9.3 11.0 12 13 70 90 210 50
FBN16/25 A4-145 M16 16 145 25 13.4 16.9 16 17 84 125 250 100
FBN16/25 A4-145 M16 16 145 25 11.1 14.0 16 17 84 105 250 100
FBN16/50 A4-169 M16 16 169 50 13.4 16.9 16 17 84 125 250 100
FBN16/50 A4-169 M16 16 169 50 11.1 14.0 16 17 84 105 250 100

Capsule Anchors
Thread Max. Overall Fixing SWL SWL Concrete Fixture Min. Edge Min. Bolt Bolt
Size Shims Length Thickness Tension Shear Hole Dia. Hole Dia. Embedment Distance Spacing Torque
Bolt Reference (mm) (mm) (mm) (mm) (kN) (kN) (mm) (mm) (mm) (mm) (mm) (Nm)
CA10/20-130 M10 10 130 20 7.6 9.3 12 11 90 90 180 20
CA10/20-130 M10 10 130 20 4.1 5.1 12 11 90 50 180 20
CA12/25-160 M12 12 160 25 11.3 13.6 14 13 110 110 220 40
CA12/25-160 M12 12 160 25 6.1 7.3 14 13 110 60 220 40
CA16/35-190 M16 16 190 35 15.4 25.2 18 17 125 125 250 80
CA16/35-190 M16 16 190 35 8.0 13.1 18 17 125 65 250 80

Resin Anchors
Thread Max. Overall Fixing SWL SWL Concrete Fixture Min. Edge Min. Bolt Bolt
Size Shims Length Thickness Tension Shear Hole Dia. Hole Dia. Embedment Distance Spacing Torque
Bolt Reference (mm) (mm) (mm) (mm) (kN) (kN) (mm) (mm) (mm) (mm) (mm) (Nm)
RA10/20-130 M10 10 130 20 6.3 5.2 12-14 11 90 110 220 20
RA10/20-130 M10 10 130 20 2.5 2.1 12-14 11 90 45 220 20
RA12/25-160 M12 12 160 25 8.6 7.2 14-16 13 110 130 260 40
RA12/25-160 M12 12 160 25 3.6 3.0 14-16 13 110 55 260 40
RA16/35-190 M16 16 260 35 12.0 10.6 18-20 17 125 165 330 80
RA16/35-190 M16 16 260 35 4.6 4.1 18-20 17 125 65 330 80

Ancon Steelgrip (Patent No. 241 0307)


Thread Max. Overall Fixing SWL SWL Steelwork Fixture Bolt
Size Shims Length Thickness Tension Shear Hole Dia. Hole Dia. Torque
Bolt Reference (mm) (mm) (mm) (mm) (kN) (kN) (mm) (mm) (Nm)
Ancon Steelgrip M12 16 70 28 15.0 10.0 20 20 80
Note: Steelgrip should only be used with Ancon Systems

Set Screws for Steel Frames


Area at
Nominal Size Max. Area of Root of SWL SWL Property Fixture Bolt
of Bolt Shims Shank Thread Tension Shear Class Hole Dia. Torque
(mm) (mm) (mm2) (mm2) (kN) (kN) (mm) (Nm)
M10 10 78 58 17.4 12.0 70 11 27
M12 12 113 84 25.2 17.4 70 13 48
M16 16 201 157 47.1 32.5 70 17 120

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SELECTED FIXINGS OTHER ANCON PRODUCTS


Wall Ties and Restraint Fixings
In addition to standard cavity wall ties, Ancon
manufactures fixings in a variety of lengths and
types for restraining brickwork, blockwork and
stonework. Restraints can be fixed to concrete
and structural steelwork, as well as any type of
masonry.

Tension Systems
Tie bars are increasingly being used in
Cast-in Channel and T-Head Bolt
structures and buildings as an architectural as
well as a structural element. Ancon Tension
Systems comprise a range of components
which can be supplied in carbon steel or
stainless steel in a variety of sizes and finishes.
A variety of assemblies can be created from
simple tie bars to complex bracing systems
involving several bars joined at one point.

Shear Load Connectors


Single Expansion Bolt
Ancon DSD and ESD Shear Load Connectors
are used to transfer shear across expansion
and contraction joints in concrete. They are
more effective at transferring load and allowing
movement to take place than standard
dowels, and can be used to eliminate double
columns at structural movement joints in
buildings.

Reinforcing Bar Couplers


The use of reinforcing bar couplers can
provide significant advantages over lapped
joints. Design and construction of the concrete
can be simplified and the amount of
reinforcement reduced. The Ancon range
includes tapered threaded, parallel threaded
Capsule Anchor and mechanically bolted couplers.

Punching Shear Reinforcement


Used within a slab to provide additional
reinforcement around columns, Ancon Shearfix
is the ideal solution to the design and
construction problems associated with
punching shear. The system consists of
double-headed studs welded to flat rails,
Ancon Steelgrip positioned in a symmetrical pattern around the
column head. The shear load from the slab is
transferred through the studs into the column.

Insulated Balcony Connectors


Ancon Isolan connectors join external concrete
balconies to internal floor slabs. Used to
minimise cold bridging, they provide continuity
to the thermal insulation. Standard systems,
Set Screw comprising rigid CFC-free polystyrene insulation
and duplex stainless steel shear reinforcement,
suit most depths of free cantilever and propped
cantilever balconies. Conventional reinforcing
bars are used to provide the tension and
compression reinforcement.
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PO Box 17225 Gerspergasse 9/3 Top 1
Jebel Ali A-1210 Vienna
Dubai Austria
United Arab Emirates Tel: +43 (0) 1 259 58 62-0
Tel: +971 (0) 4 883 4346 Fax: +43 (0) 1 259 58 62-40
Fax: +971 (0) 4 883 4347 Email: info@ancon.at
Email: anconccl@emirates.net.ae Visit: www.ancon.at

Ancon Building Products Ancon GmbH


114 Kurrajong Avenue Bartholomusstrasse 26
Mount Druitt 90489 Nuremberg
Sydney Germany
NSW 2770 Tel: +49 (0) 911 955 1234 0
Australia Fax: +49 (0) 911 955 1234 9
Tel: +61 (0) 2 9675 1000 Email: info@anconbp.de
Fax: +61 (0) 2 9675 3390 Visit: www.anconbp.de
Email: pac.ancon@anconbp.com.au
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The construction applications and details provided in this literature


These products are available from:
are indicative only. In every case, project working details should be
entrusted to appropriately qualified and experienced persons.

Whilst every care has been exercised in the preparation of this


document to ensure that any advice, recommendations or
information is accurate, no liability or responsibility of any kind is
accepted in respect of Ancon Building Products.

With a policy of continuous product development Ancon Building


Products reserves the right to modify product design and
specification without due notice.
Ancon Building Products 2003

BS EN ISO 9001 : 2000


FM12226

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