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THE LIGHT GAUGE STEEL SOLUTION
Simpson Strong-Tie is all set to provide the steel frame construction industry with performance tested connectors and fixings , with the release of their 2021 Connectors for Light Gauge Steel catalogue .
Alongside the ever popular TJC Jack Truss and Rafter Connector , HTT5 Tension Ties and Quik Drive collated fastening system sit brand new product innovations :
• The LGSSC Splicing Clip connects over – sail LGS studs to the primary structure
• The RCKW Parapet Wall Bracket resists an over-turning moment at the base of exterior knee-walls and parapets
• X1214 screws are capable of drilling through 5mm steel and suitable for 450 grade hardened steel .
• X1224 screws are capable of drilling through 12.5mm steel and suitable for fixing to hot rolled steel sections .
“ Our LGS range will ensure projects are completed on time and to your specification .” Explains Sales Manager Keith Lister . “ Our dedicated technical support team are available daily to help you select your solution .”
Download the catalogue at www . strongtie . co . uk
WHY STERLINGOSB ZERO ?
Norbord ’ s portfolio of OSB doesn ’ t have to travel far which , products is one of the most in turn , leads to benefits for popular in the building and the environment . Never has interior design industries and the SHOP UK message been so comprises SterlingOSB Zero relevant . OSB3 , SterlingOSB Zero Tongue
Samples of SterlingOSB and Groove , SterlingOSB Zero
Zero and Norbord ’ s other Fire Solutions and SterlingOSB construction panels , can be Zero StrongFix . They are variants ordered on the website , www . of the precision-engineered norbord . co . uk . Head to the OSB3 board ; BBA-approved and new housebuilder page on designed for humid conditions , the website to download a the board contains zero added selection of tools including formaldehyde and is unique in a fully-interactive guide to the market by being the only all Norbord products and a ZAF OSB manufactured in the checklist to make sure you UK . Produced in Scotland from have everything you need for forest thinnings taken from your build . sustainably managed forests , the board is certified according For further information , to the guidelines of the FSC or call 01786 812 921 or visit PEFC . www . norbord . co . uk
What are the other benefits to those using Norbord panels - for housebuilding to furnituremaking and DIY to packaging ? Nowadays , of course , availability and relative price stability are guaranteed . Transport costs are lower because the product
MODERN BARN CONVERSION GIVES LISTED STONE RUINS A NEW LEASE OF LIFE
The historic listed ruins of a former farm estate property , dating back to the 19th century , required sympathetic repair whilst ensuring minimal disruption to the already fragile structure . These partially collapsed rubble stone walls had suffered from years of weathering and deterioration but were now to be incorporated into the annexe of a modern farm conversion .
Flexible HeliBars were used to stabilise the ruins as they offered the ideal solution due to the irregularities in the direction of the mortar beds . HeliBars were also suitable for reinforcing the chimney breasts and fireplaces which were important features to be retained from the previous split-level property the ruins once were .
Once the concealed installation was complete , the ruins were fully stabilised and reinforced . The original materials were retained , structural integrity restored and the ancient walls could now be incorporated into the new annexe .
Tel . 020 8735 5200 Email : sales @ helifix . co . uk Web : www . helifix . co . uk
ONLINE CPD ’ S NOW AVAILABLE FROM ANCON
As we all change the way we are working , Ancon has extended its technical services offering to include ‘ on demand ’ webinars enabling you to keep on top of your professional development while working at home , or back in the office practicing social distancing .
The webinars complement our highly successful CPDapproved seminar programme of over 30 years and are delivered by Ancon technical staff who have considerable technical experience of applying seminar content in practice and in answering questions from both specifiers and contractors .
The following webinars , which cover masonry and concrete construction , are now available : Designing for Joints in Structural Concrete : Part 1 & Part 2 , The Support of Masonry Cladding on Framed Buildings and The Correct Use of Wall Ties in Brick-to-Block Construction .
The webinars are available on demand from the ‘ Resources ’ section of the Ancon website here : www . ancon . co . uk / resources / webinars
For more information , please contact Ancon on 0114 275 5224 or email info @ ancon . co . uk
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