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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
Refractory Fixings
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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
WP3 Windposts
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Ties at 450mm
horizontal centres
d.p.m.
Support system
Fixing to structure
Mastic pointing
Head restraint at
450mm centres
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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Reduced Increased
cavity cavity
Maximum Minimum
2
Increased bearing shim /3
thickness bearing
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AnconOptima
Patent No. EP 1211364
Upper
bearing
point
1.5 to 2mm
Locking
wedge
Lower
bearing
points
10mm
100mm 100mm
Adjustment of AnconOptima
AnconOptima accommodates variations in the line of the edge beam Adjustment of AnconOptima
60mm 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
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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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
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
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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
Mitred ends at
external corners
- 10mm gap
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.
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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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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
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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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
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LDB
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
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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
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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.
50-74mm Cavity
100 67 95
125
75-99mm Cavity
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
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.
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
100 95
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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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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.
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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
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Masonry Support, Windposts & Lintels
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
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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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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Masonry Support, Windposts & Lintels
a a
a a
t t t
b b b
t
WP1 WP2 WP3 WP4
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.
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Masonry Support, Windposts & Lintels
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
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
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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.