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Why are brick support angles manufactured from stainless steel?
This is a question Ancon’s Technical Services Team is regularly asked by those specifying and purchasing support systems for masonry cladding. Here, we outline the reasons why stainless steel is used in this application. Read more
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What is a thermal bridge? How can thermal bridging be minimised?
Energy efficiency is becoming increasingly important in today’s building designs and the thermal performance of the insulated building envelope is a key design consideration. Read more
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Low Thermal Conductivity Cavity Wall Ties
Wall Ties are an essential element in the strength and stability of cavity walls, but by crossing the cavity they act as a thermal bridge between the internal and external leaves. Generally speaking, the wider the insulated cavity, the more substantial the Wall Tie needs to be and the greater the effect the tie will then have on the U-value of the wall. Read more
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Acoustic Wall Ties for Internal Separating (Party) Walls
Approved Document E: Resistance to the Passage of Sound specifies the requirements for Type A Wall Ties for use in internal separating walls of new-build attached dwellings. Read more
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Latest News
Leviat proudly supports Super Trowel 2024
Leviat is delighted to announce its support of Super Trowel 2024, the UK’s ultimate bricklaying competition.
Leviat springs into action with new T-Head Bolt for easier MDC fixing
Leviat has made installing its market-leading Ancon MDC masonry support system easier and faster, with a new sprung T-Head Bolt design that simplifies fixing and prevents the bolts from disengaging from the cast-in channel during installation.